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The move from Appital will provide buy-side firms with execution capabilities for more than 21,000 equities across 24 European countries. #equities #coverage #technology #appital #virtufinancial #buyside #execution #europe #markets #trading Virtu Financial

Basta Pay, a fintech start-up founded by former Serbian Minister of Economy Rade Basta, is set to transform the global financial landscape. With its headquarters in Malta, a recognized fintech hub, Basta Pay aims to offer secure and user-friendly financial solutions for individuals and businesses worldwide. 'Basta Pay is not just a start-up – it's a promise to the world. A promise to simplify, secure, and modernize the way we all manage money. Together, we can make financial freedom a reality for everyone,' said Rade Basta. The platform, scheduled for launch on March 1, 2025, boasts a seamless user experience, scalability for businesses of all sizes, advanced security measures, and a commitment to sustainability. One of its key features is fast account opening, allowing users to open an account within 96 hours from anywhere in the world. Basta Pay offers investors an opportunity to capitalize on the rapidly growing fintech sector, projected to reach $310 billion by 2030. With its innovative model, trusted leadership, and global scalability, the company presents a compelling investment prospect. Basta Pay is fully licensed to operate in the European Union, European Economic Area, United Kingdom, United States, and Canada, adhering to the highest standards of compliance, security, and trust. The platform will offer global payment solutions, multi-currency support, virtual and physical cards, and customized business solutions. #BastaPay #Fintech #GlobalFinance #Innovation #FinancialInclusion #InvestmentOpportunity

PUBLIC MARKETS : ANOTHER BUMPER RESULTS SEASON FOR OUR KEY HOLDINGS For anyone sceptical or struggling to get to grips with the cash to non-cash revolution in Africa, here is a feast for you to digest. Fawry, our top holding, noted in results for the nine months to September 2024: • 53 MILLION customers, • transacted 1.4 BILLION times, • across 383 THOUSAND PoS terminals, • generating USD 10 BILLION worth of consumption, • yielding 3q24 revenues +77%, EBITDA +119% and EPS +135%. To top it all off, RoE is now 39% and it trades on a forward PE of 10x. Another key holding, MTIE, grew revenues by 55% in 3q24, EBITDA by 52% and EPS by 61%. Results in its Fintech investment, Basata, have been encouraging, with revenues +35% and an expanded MENA footprint with the acquisition of a 25% stake in Jordanian Fintech, Madfoat.com. See this and more in our Imara (www.imara.com) November market report at https://lnkd.in/dcPa87bQ VENTURE MARKETS : Africa VC and PE deal update • Paystack partnered with Vendy to power payments on WhatsApp shops. • Morocco-based fintech Premium Technology & Services (PTS) raised $500K from BMCE Capital Investments. • Tanzania based ClickPesa launched a platform to help microfinances serve better SMEs. • Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has approved Safaricom’s second money market product, Ziidi. The product will compete with banks, insurers, and fintechs by investing deposits in low-risk options such as government bonds and T-bills. • Fintech startup DigMo has launched in Zambia, offering a secure, free digital money account. The platform features a unique "financial planning game" that encourages users to start saving for the future by offering incentives. • Co-founders of Flutterwave, the biggest African Fintech, launched Y-Combinator alternatives to back more African startups. • Google has announced its 2024 cohort for the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa. Startups like Aveade and Breaze Delivery will get access to Google’s network to help them grow and make an impact. • Egypt's ITIDA and Flat6Labs have launched the InvestIT program to support seed and pre-Series A tech startups with consultancy, tools, and investor connections to help them grow. • Visa has announced strategic investments in four African startups from its Africa Fintech Accelerator program: Ghana’s Oze, Nigeria’s Orda, and Kenya’s WorkPay and OkHi. #Fawry #MMGroup #MTI #AfricaFintech

💡 800+ FinTech companies are reshaping Australia’s financial landscape! From Open Banking powered by Consumer Data Rights to AI-driven solutions, the ecosystem thrives on: 1️⃣ Progressive Regulations 2️⃣ Massive VC Funding 3️⃣ Collaborative Ecosystems Australia is not just a market—it’s a launchpad for global FinTech innovation. 🚀

Exciting Collaboration Alert: The Connector. Partners with FinTech Poland We are thrilled to announce our partnership with FinTech Poland, a pioneering think tank and ecosystem committed to advancing digital finance. Through dialog, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and acceleration, FinTech Poland is playing a key role in the rapid development of the digital finance sector while also promoting Polish Fintechs globally. This collaboration strengthens our shared mission of fostering innovation and growth in the fintech industry, empowering our community with valuable insights and opportunities. Together, we aim to support the expansion of digital finance internationally. Stay tuned for exciting updates from this partnership. #FinTech #Innovation #Partnership #TheConnector #FinTechPoland

💥#SoutheastAsia is rapidly transforming into a global #fintech powerhouse! 🚀 Driven by a perfect storm of technological advancements, burgeoning digital adoption, and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, the region has been witnessing an unprecedented wave of financial innovation and investment in fintech solutions. The wave would not be possible without the support of favorable policies across the region, and governments that recognise the potential to drive economic growth and financial inclusion. With their commitment to digital infrastructure development, it results in a hotbed for financial innovation and a vibrant startup scene throughout SEA. This video perfectly sums up the trends shaping the region’s financial future. #FinancialInnovation #TechEcosystem Sources:  https://lnkd.in/ggzfe78q https://lnkd.in/guUR-2VP

Exciting news from @dLocalPayments! 🌍 They have just unveiled a comprehensive handbook on cross-border payments across Latin America, Asia, and Africa. 🚀 Here's my prediction on how this will impact the fintech industry: - Increased accessibility to emerging markets can spur innovation and business growth. 💸 - Businesses expanding into new regions will benefit from streamlined payment processes and valuable insights. 📊 Want to learn more about maximizing your global payment strategies with dLocal? Reach out to me at +17625005002 or chat with our Telegram bot: t.me/Finsolgroupbot. #Fintech #CrossBorderPayments #EmergingMarkets #GlobalPayments #dLocal

🇳🇿 The advancements in #FinTech are coming from beyond the ocean as New Zealand is turning into one of the main countries for #FinTech development and innovation. New Zealand is a hotbed for new opportunities and we'd love to see where that leads us! We have comprised a few data backed reasons why we believe this is only the beginning for #FinTech in New Zealand🌎 FinTechNZ ✅ Like to see more posts like this one ♻️ Share if you found some valuable insights 💬 Comment to let us know your thoughts What do you think about the future of FinTech in New Zealand? #futureoffinance #fintechtrends #payments #digitalpayments

We're entering the "Embedded Everything" economy! Splitit CEO Nandan Sheth sees a future where seamless transactions—whether lending, insurance, or investments—become part of everyday experiences. From booking flights to shopping online, embedded finance is transforming how we pay, without ever leaving the platform. Businesses that embrace this trend can drive growth by offering personalized financing options, while consumers enjoy smoother, more tailored experiences. Embedded finance is here to stay—and it's only going to grow! Watch to the full video here, as part of the PYMNTS ongoing series, “What’s Next in Payments": ”https://lnkd.in/e49saG6S #Fintech #EmbeddedFinance #Innovation #FutureEconomy #Installments