09 Jan 2024
If I could improve just one thing in the payments industry this year, it would be fostering greater financial inclusion through seamless integration and accessibility. Now this might sound broad, but that is intentional as it encompasses several key aspects: 1. Bridging the gap between the "banked" and "unbanked: Millions of individu...
08 Jan 2024
2023 saw the payment industry in a whirlwind of innovation, with open banking on the rise, BNPL facing regulatory scrutiny, and the war for digital wallets intensifying. As we peer into the future, 2024 promises to be just as exciting, with several key events poised to reshape the landscape. Here are five predictions for the year ahead: 1) Real-ti...
03 Jan 2024
The outlook for the cash industry in 2024 is a complex tapestry woven with threads of decline, resilience, and potential adaptation. Here are some key things to watch out for: Continued Decline: Cashless adoption: The trend towards cashless payments is likely to continue, driven by the convenience and security of digital transactions. Mobile walle...
27 Dec 2023
2023 witnessed a curious phenomenon in the world of payments: cash made a comeback. After a decade of steady decline, the use of coins and notes saw a slight increase, defying predictions of a fully cashless future. This mini-renaissance, however, needs to be examined within the context of a rapidly evolving payments landscape dominated by digital...