New technologies and widespread internet and smart phone adoption have led to an increased availability of digital financial services, many of which are offered by non-traditional financial-service ...

One of the principal claims made in recent years is that India has achieved significant milestones in financial inclusion.

Financial inclusion (i.e., the availability and accessibility of financial services for individuals and businesses) is a fundamental goal for governments and organizations around the world. Despite ...

In the last three years, we’ve heard a lot about financial inclusion and what organizations are doing to ensure no one is left behind. While it seems that some efforts have worked really well, others ...

By Yasir Noor Pakistan’s financial inclusion landscape has evolved significantly over the past decade, with millions gaining access to mobile wallets, ...

In the competitive business world, financial stability is not just a goal—it’s a necessity for sustainable growth and long-term success. Businesses that maintain a strong financial foundation are ...

For decades, innovation in banking was often associated with speed. Institutions competed to process payments faster, approve ...

Concerns about global economic and financial fragmentation have intensified in recent years amid rising geopolitical tensions, strained ties between the United States and China, and Russia’s invasion ...

The Financial Stability Board has published a report outlining recent developments in the adoption of AI in finance and their potential implications for financial stability. The report notes that AI ...

The Managing Director of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Dr Thompson Sunday, has reiterated its commitment to protecting depositors funds and strengthening financial system stability ...

The Financial Sector Assessment Program is a key pillar of IMF surveillance. It undertakes a deep-dive into potential systemic risks to financial stability, including by conducting “stress tests” to ...