The prevalence of cash-based payments, account ownership and usage, and savings and credit in the region among the main reasons in regional differences in the adoption of fintech.
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Introducing Libra by Facebook (Via TechCrunch)
They’re not called Zuckerbucks but Facebook just reinvented digital money, TechCrunch claim.
Where Is Financial Inclusion Heading To?
A brand-new award helps to find out where positive fintech is going.
UK Take the Lead in Impact Investing, Present a Global Impact Investing Hub
New independent institute will make it easier for investors to have a positive social impact.
What’s the Impact Investor Biggest Concern? (Via FT)
A new research by a Dublin investment manager, KBI Global Investor, shows that more than 70% of surveyed private investors said the difficulty of finding suitable companies in which to invest was the biggest challenge when looking for opportunities among private companies, the FT reports.
Sofia’s Sense of a Positive Future
A new VC promises to boost the European impact scene by targeting deep-tech companies solving global needs.
What Are Millennials Investing In?
SoFi CEO Anthony Noto breaks down for Jim Cramer the kinds of stocks that millennial and early investors are buying and how the money app is helping users get their finances in order.
Crowdfunding: A Force for Good?
A new study from Nesta shows how crowdfunding can empower local communities. However, there is no shortage of challenges.
Exploring Blockchain for Alternative Finance: A CrowdCamp
Registrations are open for taking part in the 4th ECN CrowdCamp “Exploring Blockchain for Alternative Finance” in Berlin on 13th June 2019.
Societe Generale Issued the First Covered Bond as a Security Token on Ethereum
Societe Generale SFH, the covered bond vehicle of Societe Generale, issued the first covered bond as a security token on a public blockchain.
It’s Time to Update the Narrative ESG isn’t Mainstream, Study Says
A brand new research from Morningstar finds that most investors, across ages and genders, have clear preferences for ESG investment products.
Two Top UK Universities Joined Forces To Foster Entrepreneurship
UK’s West Midlands business leaders, entrepreneurs and investors have welcomed the launch of a new angel investment network for the region.
Crowdfunding In Europe
A picture of the European alternative finance industry, according to the latest findings from University of Cambridge’s Centre for Alternative Finance.
“A Whistle That Doesn’t Blow”
The UK Crowdfunding Association has expressed alarm over the quality of supervision in the ‘innovative finance’ sector.
Indiegogo Exits Equity Crowdfunding
Indiegogo, the second largest rewards-based platform in the US, has quietly exited equity crowdfunding, according to Crowdfundinsider.
Blackrock Urges Investors Mind the Gap Between Them and Climate Change
Leveraging big data, a new report by the biggest asset manager examines the physical risks associated with climate change.
Sustainable Investment Assets Have Rocketed by More than a Third in Value in Two Years
According to the new Global Sustainable Investment Review out this week.
How Online Platforms Are Contributing to Develop Impact Investing
Crowdfunding platforms are trying to make the most of impact investing trends whilst new data on the market open-up fresh perspectives for both investors and entrepreneurs.
How Germany is Protecting Crowdfunding Investors
A self-regulatory transparency quality label to protect customers.
European Parliament Recommends Crowdfunding Platforms to Disclose Default Rates
MEPs adopted their position to boost European crowdfunding platforms and protect investors.
