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The Role of Digital Identity in Promoting Financial Access and Inclusion in Africa

In recent years, Africa has witnessed substantial growth in its digital landscape, significantly altering the way people access financial services. Digital innovations, particularly in the domain of digital identity, have played a central role in extending financial access and fostering inclusion across the continent. In this discussion, we delve ...

30 October 2023 /payments /inclusion Digital Identity Management

Payment Service Providers and the Open Banking Opportunity

In the ever-evolving landscape of the financial industry, payment service providers (PSPs) across Europe are constantly seeking innovative ways to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers. The advent of Open Banking offers a plethora of opportunities for PSPs. In this blog post, we will explore the various ways Open Banking ...

14 September 2023 /payments /predictions Open Banking

The Exponential Adoption of Digital Banking

Embarking on this article, we join Jan Ludik, CEO of Traderoot, as he delves into the rapidly expanding realm of digital banking and the indispensable role that fintech innovation plays in driving its upward trajectory. In recent times, the transition from conventional banking to digital platforms has transcended from a matter of convenience to an...

25 August 2023 /payments /inclusion Digital Banking

How can MNOs Start Offering Financial Services?

In this blog post, Traderoot Africa CEO, Louis Volschenk, discusses the opportunity for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to start offering financial services and banking products to their customers. The telecommunications industry has been through a phase of exponential evolution over the past few years with the advent of smartphones and mobile in...

15 August 2023 /payments /markets Fintech

The Benefits and Challenges of Adopting Embedded Finance

In our latest blog post, Traderoot CEO, Jan Ludik, digs into embedded finance and some of the benefits and challenges of adopting this innovative solution. Embedded finance is a rapidly growing trend in the financial technology industry. It involves integrating financial services and products into non-financial platforms and applications, such a...

07 July 2023 /payments /inclusion Embedded Finance

The Growing Importance of Vouchers in the Financial Sector

In this blog post, Traderoot CEO, Jan Ludik, will define vouchers, discuss their role in the financial sector, and highlight their growing importance using compelling statistics, facts, and case studies. In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, the use of vouchers has emerged as a pivotal tool for enhancing banking, payments, and financi...

08 June 2023 /payments /predictions Fintech

How can MNOs Start Offering Financial Services?

The rise of mobile technology has transformed the telecommunications industry in recent years, with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) now playing a significant role in the tech industry. With the increasing adoption of mobile banking and payments, MNOs are presented with a unique opportunity to offer financial services and products to their customer...

24 April 2023 /payments /inclusion Mobile Financial Services (MFS)

The Future of Digital Identity in Fintech

In today’s digital world, where people conduct more and more of their daily activities online, the importance of digital identity cannot be overstated. In this blog post, CEO, Jan Ludik explains the significance of digital identity and how it is changing, evolving, and improving the banking, payments, and financial services industry. What is Digit...

30 March 2023 /payments /identity Digital Identity Management

2023 Payments Trends

In this blog post, we explore the emerging trends that are set to shape the payments industry in 2023. In the world of payments, gaining a competitive advantage can help position yourself well ahead of the curve. As we head into the new year, many companies, banks, fintechs and more will be looking at how they can optimise their payments. Let’s exp...

14 February 2023 /payments /predictions Fintech

The Top Banking Trends of 2023

The banking industry is constantly evolving and adapting to new technologies and customer needs. As 2023 begins we explore the trends that will shape the future of banking. Here are the top banking trends for 2023: Increased Adoption of Digital Banking With the rise of smartphones and mobile devices, more and more customers are turning to digital...

06 January 2023 /payments /predictions Banking Strategy, Digital and Transformation