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Yuriy Gnatyuk

Yuriy Gnatyuk COO at Kindgeek

Developing a Personal Finance App: Key Considerations

Managing finances effectively is often challenging, and it can sometimes feel like money disappears faster than we can keep track of it. This is where technology steps in to make a difference. With more people striving to take charge of their financial health, personal finance apps have surged in popularity, offering valuable tools for budgeting,...

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Katrin Kaurov

Katrin Kaurov Co-Founder and CEO at Frich

Gen Z is Wagering More Than Just Money on the Super Bowl

The Super Bowl is more than just a game: it's a reason to gather with friends, indulge in snacks, and, increasingly, place bets. But for Gen Z, betting on the Super Bowl is becoming less about the thrill of the game and more about the need to belong. At Frich, we polled our community of over 1M Gen Zers about the Super Bowl, and the findings showed...

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Jamel Derdour

Jamel Derdour CMO at Transact365 - www.transact365.io

PIX, Boleto and E-Wallets: The Digital Payment Boom in Brazil

The rapid growth of digital payments in Brazil is attributed to various factors, including the rise of e-commerce, widespread smartphone usage, and the demand for cashless, seamless transactions. Businesses and consumers alike are embracing digital wallets, mobile banking apps, and contactless payments, highlighting the convenience and security of...

/payments /markets Payments strategies 2015-2020-2030

Abhi Desai

Abhi Desai Director at Pelican

Navigating Compliance and Efficiency in SEPA Instant Payments: A Guide for Financial Institutions

Introduction The digital payments landscape in Europe has undergone a major transformation with the introduction of SEPA Instant Payments (SCT Inst). This real-time payment scheme, introduced by the European Payments Council (EPC), allows for instant euro transfers across SEPA member states within seconds, 24/7, 365 days a year. While this innovat...

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Maxim Neshcheret

Maxim Neshcheret Regional Manager at CMA Small Systems AB

Trends and challenges in the payment landscape – in APAC and beyond

When recently asked about the key developments and challenges I see shaping the payments industry in 2025, and how the industry should innovate and adapt, a number of topics came to mind. Two key developments: Expansion of stablecoin usage under regulatory frameworks With the introduction of MiCA (the markets in crypto assets framework) in Europe...

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Kyrylo Reitor

Kyrylo Reitor Chief Marketing Officer at International Fintech Business

How women are transforming FinTech

Every historical change begins with an invisible impulse - a quiet spark that eventually grows into a significant wave. A similar process is now occurring in the financial sector, where, contrary to familiar stereotypes, more and more women are entering FinTech and expanding the industry's horizons. According to a Deloitte report, women still make...

/payments /wholesale Fintech

Brian Mahlangu

Brian Mahlangu VP Product: Digital Platforms Mobile at Absa Bank, CIB.

Is Africa Ripe for Super Apps

The concept of super-apps—platforms offering multiple services (messaging, payments, and more) within a single application—is gaining momentum globally. But one has to understand that Africa’s shift to digital isn’t about mimicking the West but building systems that address local realities. The reality And I have shared articles on this—Smartphon...

/payments /inclusion Financial Transformation

Anton Chashchin

Anton Chashchin Founder & CEO at N7 Capital

When AI Gets Cheaper, Fintech Gets Smarter

Until recently, implementing artificial intelligence (AI) required massive investments, which made it available only for major banks and tech giants. However, the industry is shifting rapidly. Increasing competition in the AI industry (strengthened by the release of China’s DeepSeek and Elon Musk’s xAI) demonstrates that effective AI models are be...

/ai /payments Artificial Intelligence and Financial Services

Bo Harald

Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

I asked Grok about my own contributions

What has Bo Harald written about in Finextra? Bo Harald has been a prolific contributor to Finextra, a leading financial technology community platform, where he has written extensively on topics related to fintech, digital identity, banking innovation, and economic trends over the years. His articles often reflect his deep experience in electron...

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Darya Lyhach

Darya Lyhach PR manager at Noda

Open Banking and Beyond: Rethinking Payment Solutions for E-Commerce

Credit card payments have long dominated non-cash transactions in Europe, accounting for 54% of the market. Yet, as customer preferences shift toward faster, more secure, and cost-effective alternatives, the payment landscape is evolving. Businesses, especially in sectors like e-commerce, are exploring new options to overcome the limitations of t...

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