Digitisation has influenced industries and consumer behaviour across the board; however, its impact on the financial services sector has been exceptional. For example, Embedded finance and Banking as a Service (BaaS) are two digital trends contributing to technology-led transformation in the banking sector. Often BaaS and embedded finance are mistaken to be the same as […]
Can Co-Lending Be the Catalyst for the Resurgence of India’s MSME Sector?
The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector contributes significantly to India’s growth trajectory, provides resilience to the economy, and generates a substantial number of jobs. A total of 633.9 lakh MSMEs employed 93,94,957 people in the financial year 2022, as per IBEF. The sector has played a vital role in generating employment in rural […]
Digital Lending: Managing AML and KYC in 2023
The global digital lending market is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years. The increasing demand for financial services and the rising adoption of digital solutions in traditional banking and lending services drive this growth. Data Bridge Market Research shows that the digital lending market is expected to reach USD 69937 million by 2029, […]
Changes in Supply Chain Financing Disclosures: Everything You Need To Know
Supply chain financing (SCF) is a funding solution that uses innovative technologies to help manage cash flows and address liquidity constraints insu international trade. The World Trade Organization (WTO) estimates that between 80% and 90% of global trade is backed by some kind of short-term trade finance. Global supply chains are yet to be fully […]
How Will RBI’s New Offline Payment Framework Impact Fintech Growth?
Many have encountered a frustrating situation where they could not make a UPI payment due to poor internet connectivity. It is the sole reason that leads to the disruption of digital financial services, resulting in issues like failed transactions, UPI apps stuck at the loading screen and waiting endlessly for the merchant details to show […]
What Cybersecurity Considerations Are Crucial for Open Banking in Financial Institutions?
The rapid pace of open banking adoption has the potential to revolutionise the financial sector in India. Driven by fintech solutions, it emerged an innovative way for consumers to share their banking data with third parties, driving innovation, convenience, and value. However, due to its reliance on information technology, cybersecurity risks are inherent in open […]