All articles by Robert Prendergast

Robert Prendergast

IDEX Biometrics and Vasmobile launch biometric school ID programme in Africa

The cards will manage access to school facilities, campus payments for books and meals for student based in Kenya

UNIPaaS and American Express partner to boost B2B card payments for SaaS platforms

The partnership will enable more small and medium-sized businesses to offer their customers the option of paying invoices with Amex Cards

Kani Payments partners with new UK fintech Zero

The partnership involves Zero streamlining its reconciliation requirements and bolstering operational efficiency with Kani Payments’ platform

MID Takseet and Al Ahly Momkn form partnership

MID Takseet is a subsidiary of National Bank of Egypt and aims to enhance a seamless payment experience its customers

South Korea e-commerce market to surpass $170bn mark in 2028, forecasts GlobalData

To capitalise from the growing e-commerce market, international brands are venturing into this market

Vietnam card payments market to reach $100bn in 2028, forecasts GlobalData

Card payment value in Vietnam registered a growth of 47% in 2022, driven by a rise in consumer spending

Unlimit partners with Alchemy Pay to streamline global fiat-to-crypto purchases

The collaboration will enhance global access to fiat-crypto transactions, leveraging Unlimit’s payment methods portfolio

Airtel Payments Bank unveils enhanced security and transparency features

Airtel has launched a Fraud Alarm and Transparent Banking section for its users under the banking section of the Airtel Thanks app

emerchantpay and Novalnet AG expand strategic payments partnership to the US market

The expansion into the US market is expected to streamline operational efficiencies and drive growth within Novalnet’s portfolio

Crown Agents Bank to collaborate with Visa

Combining Crown Agents Bank’s network and Visa Direct will enable CAB’s clients to make cross-border payments quickly and reliably