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#fintech

Nubank leads $250M round in African digital bank Tyme at $1.5B valuation | TechCrunch

Tyme Group raises $250 million in Series D funding, achieving a $1.5 billion valuation, signaling investor recovery in fintech.

Report: VC in emerging markets plummeted by over 40% last year | TechCrunch

VC investments in MENA decreased significantly, yet early-stage funding shows promising resilience.

HongShan, Peak XV back stablecoin-powered neobank KAST | TechCrunch

KAST, co-led by Peak XV and HongShan, aims to enhance access to stablecoins for users in emerging markets.

Nubank leads $250M round in African digital bank Tyme at $1.5B valuation | TechCrunch

Tyme Group raises $250 million in Series D funding, achieving a $1.5 billion valuation, signaling investor recovery in fintech.

Report: VC in emerging markets plummeted by over 40% last year | TechCrunch

VC investments in MENA decreased significantly, yet early-stage funding shows promising resilience.

HongShan, Peak XV back stablecoin-powered neobank KAST | TechCrunch

KAST, co-led by Peak XV and HongShan, aims to enhance access to stablecoins for users in emerging markets.
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TECNO Unveils Groundbreaking AI Imaging Technology at Future Lens 2024 - Yanko Design

TECNO is democratizing advanced smartphone photography, making high-quality imaging accessible to all users.
#web3

Mandala Chain Secures $1 Million In Pre-Seed Funding | HackerNoon

Mandala Chain closed a $1 million pre-seed funding round aimed at advancing blockchain accessibility in emerging markets.

Jambo And Lif3 Partner To Make Crypto Payments Accessible To Millions Of Users In Emerging Markets | HackerNoon

Jambo's partnership with Lif3 provides improved access to crypto payments for millions in emerging markets through innovative mobile technology.

Mandala Chain Secures $1 Million In Pre-Seed Funding | HackerNoon

Mandala Chain closed a $1 million pre-seed funding round aimed at advancing blockchain accessibility in emerging markets.

Jambo And Lif3 Partner To Make Crypto Payments Accessible To Millions Of Users In Emerging Markets | HackerNoon

Jambo's partnership with Lif3 provides improved access to crypto payments for millions in emerging markets through innovative mobile technology.
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#business-strategy

"Moving beyond traditional definitions creates a significant opportunity to deliver smoother, integrated solutions": Payoneer CEO John Caplan on driving growth through emerging markets - Tearsheet

Global expansion is a goal for many businesses, but international payments present significant challenges that need addressing.

Scaling a Startup in Emerging Markets

In emerging markets, companies must prioritize building strong strategic foundations over mere execution and first mover advantages.

"Moving beyond traditional definitions creates a significant opportunity to deliver smoother, integrated solutions": Payoneer CEO John Caplan on driving growth through emerging markets - Tearsheet

Global expansion is a goal for many businesses, but international payments present significant challenges that need addressing.

Scaling a Startup in Emerging Markets

In emerging markets, companies must prioritize building strong strategic foundations over mere execution and first mover advantages.
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Amsterdam's Organic Development Finance secures 10M

Organic Development Finance secures €10M to support SMEs focused on organic agriculture in emerging markets.
#electric-vehicles

Exclusive: Zeno emerges from stealth to crib Tesla's master plan for Africa and beyond | TechCrunch

Battery technology is transforming the automotive and energy industries globally, especially in emerging markets.

Competition featuring MBA students' case draws 700 entrants | Cornell Chronicle

The Emerging Markets Institute's Corning Case Competition highlighted the significant growth and global relevance of the electric vehicle industry in Vietnam.

Exclusive: Zeno emerges from stealth to crib Tesla's master plan for Africa and beyond | TechCrunch

Battery technology is transforming the automotive and energy industries globally, especially in emerging markets.

Competition featuring MBA students' case draws 700 entrants | Cornell Chronicle

The Emerging Markets Institute's Corning Case Competition highlighted the significant growth and global relevance of the electric vehicle industry in Vietnam.
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How online gaming is shaping the future of business and entertainment in emerging markets - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Online gaming is rapidly expanding in both developed and emerging markets due to smartphone accessibility and internet improvements.
#real-estate

The 5 housing markets to watch in 2025 - especially if you're an investor

Rapid population growth and affordability are key drivers of emerging real estate markets, particularly in cities like Dallas, Miami, and Nashville.

Modern Bargain: Newly Built Home Near Nashville Attracts a Buyer in Just a Week

The home in Madison, TN, designed by architect Ryan Thewes sold quickly due to its unique design and emerging market popularity.
The high-end finishes, modern interior, and strategic pricing for the emerging market contributed to the quick sale of the property.

Lhoopa raises $80M to spur more affordable housing in the Philippines | TechCrunch

Lhoopa addresses the lack of affordable housing by utilizing technology and decentralized operations to cater to low-income earners in emerging markets.

The 5 housing markets to watch in 2025 - especially if you're an investor

Rapid population growth and affordability are key drivers of emerging real estate markets, particularly in cities like Dallas, Miami, and Nashville.

Modern Bargain: Newly Built Home Near Nashville Attracts a Buyer in Just a Week

The home in Madison, TN, designed by architect Ryan Thewes sold quickly due to its unique design and emerging market popularity.
The high-end finishes, modern interior, and strategic pricing for the emerging market contributed to the quick sale of the property.

Lhoopa raises $80M to spur more affordable housing in the Philippines | TechCrunch

Lhoopa addresses the lack of affordable housing by utilizing technology and decentralized operations to cater to low-income earners in emerging markets.
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#cryptocurrency

Cathie Wood Calls Bitcoin a 'Financial Super Highway,' Reiterates $1.5M Price Target

Bitcoin is seen as a "financial super highway" with important use cases in emerging markets.
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood views bitcoin as both a risk-off and risk-on asset, highlighting its potential in the macroeconomic environment.

From Existential to Irrelevance Risk

The crypto industry has shifted from existential risks to facing irrelevance as its primary concern.

Stablecoins Increasingly Used for Savings, Payments in Emerging Countries, but Crypto Trading Still Leads: Report

Stablecoins are transforming everyday financial transactions in emerging markets, offering users efficiency, trust, and reduced governmental control.

NiceHash Sets Bitcoin-focused Conference in Maribor, Positioning Slovenia as Crypto Hub | HackerNoon

NiceHashX conference in Slovenia will focus on cryptocurrency adoption, regulatory discussions, and insights into digital currency integration for emerging markets.

Conduit's cross-border payments expand from LatAm into Africa with $6M round | TechCrunch

Cross-border payments in emerging markets are underutilized.
The value of cross-border payments is expected to reach $250 trillion by 2027.
Fintech solutions promise lower costs and faster settlements compared to traditional banks.
Conduit successfully pivoted from crypto to traditional banking for B2B cross-border payments.

Inside VALR's Growth Strategy: VALR's CMO Shares Insights on Connecting Emerging Crypto Markets | HackerNoon

VALR, led by Ben Caselin, aims to drive Bitcoin adoption globally, particularly in emerging markets, focusing on values-driven partnerships.

Cathie Wood Calls Bitcoin a 'Financial Super Highway,' Reiterates $1.5M Price Target

Bitcoin is seen as a "financial super highway" with important use cases in emerging markets.
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood views bitcoin as both a risk-off and risk-on asset, highlighting its potential in the macroeconomic environment.

From Existential to Irrelevance Risk

The crypto industry has shifted from existential risks to facing irrelevance as its primary concern.

Stablecoins Increasingly Used for Savings, Payments in Emerging Countries, but Crypto Trading Still Leads: Report

Stablecoins are transforming everyday financial transactions in emerging markets, offering users efficiency, trust, and reduced governmental control.

NiceHash Sets Bitcoin-focused Conference in Maribor, Positioning Slovenia as Crypto Hub | HackerNoon

NiceHashX conference in Slovenia will focus on cryptocurrency adoption, regulatory discussions, and insights into digital currency integration for emerging markets.

Conduit's cross-border payments expand from LatAm into Africa with $6M round | TechCrunch

Cross-border payments in emerging markets are underutilized.
The value of cross-border payments is expected to reach $250 trillion by 2027.
Fintech solutions promise lower costs and faster settlements compared to traditional banks.
Conduit successfully pivoted from crypto to traditional banking for B2B cross-border payments.

Inside VALR's Growth Strategy: VALR's CMO Shares Insights on Connecting Emerging Crypto Markets | HackerNoon

VALR, led by Ben Caselin, aims to drive Bitcoin adoption globally, particularly in emerging markets, focusing on values-driven partnerships.
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Podcast Advertising Fuels Consumerism: More Than Half of Daily Listeners Globally Having Made a Purchase Because of a Podcast Ad, Acast Study Finds

Podcast listening is on the rise, with over 95% of listeners planning to maintain or increase their engagement in the coming months.

What to Know About the BRICS Summit and the Countries Involved

BRICS summit emphasizes the bloc's role as a counterweight to Western influence, despite internal divisions among member states.

Meta Expands Its AI Chatbot Availability

Meta is expanding its AI chatbot to 21 new countries to improve access for users.
The initiative aims to enhance user experience in various emerging markets globally.

Britain's Rightmove rejects 6.1bn offer from Murdoch's REA; Chinese stocks extend rally business live

The dollar's decline is influenced by Chinese monetary stimulus boosting emerging market currencies.
Rightmove rejected a ÂŁ6.1bn takeover offer, claiming it undervalued the company.

JPMorgan ditches its buy recommendation for China stocks due to a looming 'Tariff War 2.0'

JPMorgan downgraded Chinese stocks due to volatility and growth challenges, favoring other emerging markets instead.
#africa

Crypto = One-Size-Fits-All: The Key to Driving Adoption in Africa | HackerNoon

Emerging markets, particularly Africa, are essential for mass crypto adoption, driven mostly by practical utility rather than ideological beliefs like in the West.

Kgothatso Ngako: How I Brought the Machankura Bitcoin App to Africa

Bitcoin accessibility beyond smartphones is crucial for wider adoption in regions like Africa.

Crypto = One-Size-Fits-All: The Key to Driving Adoption in Africa | HackerNoon

Emerging markets, particularly Africa, are essential for mass crypto adoption, driven mostly by practical utility rather than ideological beliefs like in the West.

Kgothatso Ngako: How I Brought the Machankura Bitcoin App to Africa

Bitcoin accessibility beyond smartphones is crucial for wider adoption in regions like Africa.
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After the yen carry trade collapsed, get ready for the yuan carry trade

The yuan carry trade is expected to be more resilient than the yen carry trade amid differing monetary policies and economic conditions.
#federal-reserve

Gold price hits an all-time high which will 'push yield-hungry capital towards emerging markets' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Gold prices have surged to an all-time high, driven by anticipated U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts and central bank demand, particularly from BRICS nations.

As Fed rate cut looms 'interest rate-sensitive sectors are destined to see price appreciation' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The US jobs market shows unexpected weakness, impacting the Dollar and strengthening Sterling.

Gold price hits an all-time high which will 'push yield-hungry capital towards emerging markets' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Gold prices have surged to an all-time high, driven by anticipated U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts and central bank demand, particularly from BRICS nations.

As Fed rate cut looms 'interest rate-sensitive sectors are destined to see price appreciation' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The US jobs market shows unexpected weakness, impacting the Dollar and strengthening Sterling.
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Payoneer scoops up Skuad, Robinhood's strong Q2, and X is making progress on payments | TechCrunch

Payoneer acquired Skuad for $61 million, indicating the trend of fintech companies targeting SMBs in emerging markets.

Investors are so down on China that MSCI is dropping Chinese stocks from its benchmark for the third time this year

MSCI Inc. is removing a significant number of China stocks, reducing China's share in the emerging market benchmark.

Getting to Know You: Ola Oyetayo, Co-Founder of Verto

Verto simplifies global financial transactions for businesses by focusing on emerging markets and offering innovative solutions.

EXCLUSIVE: Tiger Global partner Alex Cook to leave firm, sources say

Alex Cook, a partner at Tiger Global overseeing fintech investments, departs after nearly seven years, leaving behind a significant legacy in the firm's portfolio.

The world's riskiest debt may actually offer protection against U.S. election turmoil

Investors are turning to frontier-market government bonds for protection against potential US election-related upheaval.

YoLa Fresh, a GrubMarket for Morocco, digs up $7M to connect farmers with food sellers | TechCrunch

Agritech startups in emerging markets are addressing challenges in the fresh produce supply chain by connecting retailers and farmers directly, bypassing intermediaries.
#apple

Apple: pay attention to emerging markets, not falling China sales | TechCrunch

Apple CFO addresses concerns over China revenue drop by highlighting growth in other emerging markets.

Canalys: Global smartphone market grows by 11% in Q1, Transsion enters top 4

Global smartphone shipments increased by 11% in Q1 2024, led by Samsung, Apple, and Xiaomi. Emerging regions show potential for future growth.

Apple: pay attention to emerging markets, not falling China sales | TechCrunch

Apple CFO addresses concerns over China revenue drop by highlighting growth in other emerging markets.

Canalys: Global smartphone market grows by 11% in Q1, Transsion enters top 4

Global smartphone shipments increased by 11% in Q1 2024, led by Samsung, Apple, and Xiaomi. Emerging regions show potential for future growth.
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Cutting-Edge and Wildly Experimental Coffees Are Coming Out of This Sacramento Roastery

Opal Coffee Club in Sacramento offers cutting-edge, unique coffees from emerging markets and showcases unconventional coffee-making processes.
#technology

Artificial Intelligence will affect almost 40% jobs globally: IMF report

Artificial intelligence will affect almost 40% of global jobs
AI's income inequality effect will largely depend on how much the technology complements high earners

For Dataplor's data intelligence tool, it's all about location, location, location | TechCrunch

Dataplor combines technology with human validation to provide global location intelligence for businesses, enabling data-driven decision-making.

Artificial Intelligence will affect almost 40% jobs globally: IMF report

Artificial intelligence will affect almost 40% of global jobs
AI's income inequality effect will largely depend on how much the technology complements high earners

For Dataplor's data intelligence tool, it's all about location, location, location | TechCrunch

Dataplor combines technology with human validation to provide global location intelligence for businesses, enabling data-driven decision-making.
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How PayJoy built a $300M business by letting the underserved use their smartphones as collateral for loans | TechCrunch

PayJoy helps underserved individuals access financial services in emerging markets by offering a buy now, pay-as-you-go model for smartphones.
The company operates in a transparent and non-predatory manner, ensuring users can return phones and walk away debt-free at any time.

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries in spotlight as world's biggest fund managers hunt for AI winners beyond US - Times of India

Investors are looking beyond the US for AI investment opportunities in emerging markets.
AI stocks in emerging markets offer better value and growth potential compared to US counterparts.

Foreign exchange: Will property investors turn their gaze overseas?

UK investors seek overseas markets for stability amid domestic economic uncertainty
Diversification is driving UK property investors towards international markets for portfolio expansion
Emerging markets in Southeast Asia provide yield opportunities for UK investors

'The Mooch' and other finance giants are coming to Little Havana. Here are the details

The Economic Club of Miami is hosting a conference on investing in Miami, Latin America, and emerging markets.
The conference will focus on the role of Miami in bridging economic interests between the United States and Latin America.

Bitcoin Adoption In Pakistan Continues To Rise Without Regulatory Clarity

Pakistan is an emerging market with a large population living below the poverty line.
Bitcoin interest is growing in Pakistan, but there is confusion and fear regarding its legality.

Cadana, an emerging markets payroll services provider for global hiring platforms, banks $7.1M seed | TechCrunch

Cadana addresses global payroll challenges for freelancers in emerging markets by providing API solutions for smoother payments and compliance.
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