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This week, we ask Talently what’s in store for fintech workers after waves of layoffs. Also, Rappi presents a savings account in Colombia, while uncertainty envelops its card JV in Peru. And in Mexico, Mercado Pago joins the credit card race. All this and more in our weekly summary.
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Experts expect the fintech sector to continue expanding, although a sluggish economy decline and a political agenda shaped by the attack on government headquarters earlier this month
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This week, we analyze Nubank’s growth strategy in Colombia, where it received an investment boost from the World Bank. We also look at expansionary moves by Bitso and Binance and new fintech licenses in Mexico.
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The Disruptor Awards: These are the women who led financial innovation in Latin America in 2022
The Disruptor Awards: These are the women who led financial innovation in Latin America in 2022
Despite the headwinds in the cryptocurrency market, startups are expanding the crypto offering with a range of services based on blockchain, web3, and cashback with bitcoins
Eight Latin American fintechs have achieved unicorn status so far in 2022 —but the global economic headwinds reduce the chances of more firms reaching a valuation of more than $1bn
If you’ve been too busy watching Serena at Money 20/20, let us bring you up to date with the latest news. This week, executives from Mercado Pago and Ualá talk us through the changes and trends on the cards for digital payments in 2023.
BBVA sees its Openpay gateway opening up new markets for the Spanish banking group while alliances with store chains and fintechs spur adoption of its payment solutions
Executives from Chek and Go Bice explain how these digital platforms have leveraged their parent banks’ product offerings and other advantages of being part of financial group
MODO, a white label wallet used by most banks in Argentina, is working on an “encapsulated” payment product that will offer a plug and play experience, says the company
Converting cryptocurrencies into a stable, everyday means of payment is an emerging challenge for fintechs. And until that becomes a reality, using crypto assets to move money across borders is not yet an option for remittance company Wise. The British fintech,...
David Poritz, co-CEO of Mexico’s Covalto, outlines the SME-focused fintech’s next steps and its acquisition plans, with a view to regional expansion in 2023.
New entrants say 100 million Brazilians could benefit from payment in installments – and that Buy Now, Pay Later is gaining ground among SMEs
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Kamay Ventures, an investment fund backed by Coca-Cola and Arcor, says major consumer goods firms are keen to invest in solutions to streamline the downstream links of their distribution chain. Meanwhile, Cumplo and Flexio detail their experiences in the SME sector
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This week, we get Coca Cola and Arcor’s take on the opportunities for using blockchain technology to simplify payments in their distribution networks. In Brazil, we take a look at the progress of open finance while Binance and Mastercard launch a crypto card. And in Mexico, Mercado Pago expands its remittance service.
SME lending fintech Clara is preparing to list shares on an overseas stock exchange in 2023
As dozens of Mexican fintech startups wait for licenses under the country’s Fintech Law, others, such as Flink, Cacao and Oyster, have changed direction as a result of a rejection by the regulator
BBVA sees its Openpay gateway opening up new markets for the Spanish banking group while alliances with store chains and fintechs spur adoption of its payment solutions
Executives from Chek and Go Bice explain how these digital platforms have leveraged their parent banks’ product offerings and other advantages of being part of financial group
MODO, a white label wallet used by most banks in Argentina, is working on an “encapsulated” payment product that will offer a plug and play experience, says the company
Converting cryptocurrencies into a stable, everyday means of payment is an emerging challenge for fintechs. And until that becomes a reality, using crypto assets to move money across borders is not yet an option for remittance company Wise. The British fintech,...
David Poritz, co-CEO of Mexico’s Covalto, outlines the SME-focused fintech’s next steps and its acquisition plans, with a view to regional expansion in 2023.
New entrants say 100 million Brazilians could benefit from payment in installments – and that Buy Now, Pay Later is gaining ground among SMEs
