Let’s be honest, when you upgrade to a shiny new 1Gbps fibre line, the first thing you do is run a speed test. And…
Kenya’s Markit Opportunity wins Barclays Africa Supply Chain Challenge
Kenyan startup Markit Opportunity, which seeks to provide farmers with accurate information for fair trade, won the Barclays Africa Supply Chain Challenge. Part of…
Why deep dives into SA’s townships could change fintech innovation
The marked increase in activity around the disruption of digital currency and fintech in South Africa is partly due to two factors: firstly, large…
20 fintech companies gear up for Singapore pitching competition
Twenty fintech businesses from around the world — 12 early-stage and eight growth-stage companies — have been chosen to pitch for US$50 000 at…
7 reasons you should care about fintech even if you don’t work in finance
Once the realm of stodgy bankers, the financial services industry is changing rapidly as young software engineers breathe new life into the sector. That’s…
