The Palgrave Handbook of fintech in Africa and Middle East
Connecting the Dots of a Rapidly Emerging Ecosystem
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Beschreibung
This book tells the African FinTech stories and provides a comprehensive overview of the current situations within the five economic zones in Africa - the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the East African Community (EAC), the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), and the Arab Maghreb Union (AMU), North Africa and the GCC countries. It explores the intersection of finance and technology, highlighting the latest trends and innovations in the African FinTech landscape, and examines the technology behind financial services in Africa, including mobile money services, blockchain, and digital payment solutions. It addresses the economic impact of FinTech on African countries, including how it is transforming financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, and investment. It discusses the regulatory and policy environment for FinTech in Africa and Middle East, including how governments and policymakers are responding to the growth of the sector and what challenges they face with real-life examples of African entrepreneurs who are leveraging technology to innovate and disrupt traditional financial services, highlighting their successes, challenges, and impact on the sector. It offers real-world case studies to illustrate how FinTech is being used in African and Middle East communities with a deeper understanding of its impact on individuals and businesses. It will be helpful for entrepreneurs, academics, bankers, consultants, investors, and policymakers.
Provides insights from industry experts on challenges & opportunities of FinTech in Africa & Middle East Emphasis on inclusivity and diversity to provide a voice and perspective for underrepresented groups in the MEA region Explores how FinTech is helping to bridge gaps in financial inclusion and promote economic empowerment
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Konstantinos Tsanis
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