For much of modern human history, the majority of people have lived in conditions of severe poverty. In 1820, almost 80% of the global population lived in extreme poverty, according to Our World in ...

Financial inclusion is a no-brainer. Done right, good work in this space can unlock economic growth and help consumers build wealth. That’s part of why the idea has strong support from well-placed ...

Growing uncertainty in global financial markets and trade policy is causing disruption globally, with low-income people and small business owners facing the most severe consequences. This disruption ...

The prevailing narrative in the financial technology industry has centered around one central concept: access. The promise of fintech “revolutionizing” financial services has led many to celebrate the ...

Executives from I&M Group have underscored the growing role of innovation, digital infrastructure and responsible data governance in expanding financial inclusion across Africa’s rapidly evolving ...

Financial inclusion has been a fintech buzzword for years, yet 2025 appears to be the one year where we finally see real momentum… or maybe not. As governments, banks, and fintechs try out various ...

Singapore retains number one position as the world’s most financially inclusive market for the third year in a row, as Asia-Pacific markets comprise half of the top 10. All regions saw improvement in ...

Rwanda has rapidly expanded access to financial services, with more than 92 per cent of adults now able to use banking, mobile money, or other digital financial services. Mobile money accounts alone ...