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🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Sixty-seven-year-old Marie: Why cash? I will pay with my watch

The article profiles 67-year-old Marie Beranová, showcasing her unique approach to life and technology as part of a series on the digital experiences of seniors in Czechia.

Mar 20 • 06:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

A BBC expert issues new warning to anyone paying in cash, explaining ‘not your responsibility'

A BBC expert warns about the risks of using cash for payments as many shops move to electronic transactions.

Mar 19 • 08:28 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Rugby Against Discomfort, the Boys Go to Goal

A new program in Lombardy named "In Meta!" aims to engage youths from disadvantaged neighborhoods in rugby, promoting physical activity and community from the isolation of digital spaces.

Mar 19 • 05:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Technology Course for Those Over 60 Promotes Digital Inclusion

A digital inclusion course for seniors in Brazil teaches essential technology skills to enhance their daily lives and foster community interaction.

Mar 18 • 17:55 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Revolutionizes Mexico's Banking System

Revolut México aims to transform the country's banking landscape by leveraging technology as it prepares to operate with a banking license.

Mar 18 • 15:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Digital Payments: A Structural Lever for the Country's Growth

In Mexico, digital payments are being identified as a structural lever for economic growth and financial inclusion, according to Francisco Valdivia, General Director of Visa Mexico.

Mar 18 • 09:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

A new era of digital banking begins and challenges the traditional

The digital banking sector in Mexico is growing, with new players entering the market to promote financial inclusion and improve customer experience.

Mar 18 • 07:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Seduc delivers 60 Chromebooks to students of the Lago da Praia village in the Arapiuns region, in Santarém

The State Education Department of Pará provided 60 Chromebooks to the Lago da Praia village to enhance digital access for Indigenous students.

Mar 16 • 20:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Technology courses for the elderly: Metrópole Digital Institute of UFRN offers 90 free spots

The Metrópole Digital Institute at UFRN is offering 90 free technology courses for elderly individuals, aimed at enhancing digital inclusion.

Mar 16 • 12:03 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Govt Targets Women for Energy Access, Digital Inclusion, Others

The Nigerian government has announced initiatives aimed at improving energy access, digital inclusion, and various aspects of women's empowerment during an event at the United Nations.

Mar 16 • 04:58 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Digital banking will reduce the financial inclusion gap

Digital banking in Mexico is expected to reduce the country's five-year lag in financial inclusion and technological innovation, as stated by Juan José Galnares, General Director of Openbank.

Mar 13 • 09:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A society as cold as an algorithm

The article discusses the growing digital divide affecting the elderly and others who struggle with mandatory digital interactions in society.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Chicago: recognized as one of the pioneering cities in digital inclusion in the U.S. for the fourth consecutive year

Chicago has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a leader in digital inclusion by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance.

Mar 12 • 20:02 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

There are opportunities in Mexico for traditional and digital banking

Financial inclusion is low in Mexico, presenting growth opportunities for banks to integrate more people into the formal banking system, according to Felipe García of Santander Mexico.

Mar 11 • 09:36 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Mexican fintech ecosystem showed its strength at the FinTech Mexico Festival 2026

The FinTech Mexico Festival 2026 showcased a maturing digital financial ecosystem in Mexico, emphasizing innovation and collaboration among various stakeholders.

Mar 9 • 22:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Digital Defender 60+' Course Opens Registrations for Technological Inclusion of the Elderly in Manaus

The 'Digital Defender 60+' course opens registrations aimed at promoting technological inclusion among the elderly in Manaus, Brazil.

Mar 9 • 19:33 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Greater inclusion will demonstrate the success of digitalization: Klar

Stefan Möller, CEO of Klar, emphasizes the importance of attracting new users to the digital banking sector to demonstrate the success of their offerings, particularly focusing on the consumer and SME sectors.

Mar 5 • 08:13 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'Pay with your privacy': Fears over OpenAI's move to insert ads in chatbot

OpenAI is trialling the inclusion of advertisements in its ChatGPT chatbot in the US, raising privacy concerns among users and digital rights activists.

Mar 1 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Beyond Access: From Inclusion to Financial Health in Latin America and the Caribbean

The article discusses the concept of financial health in Latin America and the Caribbean, stressing that access to banking services alone is insufficient for true financial inclusion.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NITDA equips Enugu youths with digital tools

The National Information Technology Development Agency has equipped 50 young innovators in Enugu State with digital tools to promote digital inclusion and economic growth.

Feb 26 • 00:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Free internet in Cubatão? City Council proposes Wi-Fi at bus stops and public offices

Cubatão's city council is proposing free Wi-Fi at public bus stops and government offices to promote digital inclusion.

Feb 25 • 22:31 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

FinTech Mexico Festival 2026, epicenter of financial innovation in Latin America

The FinTech Mexico Festival 2026 is set to be a pivotal event for the digital financial ecosystem in Mexico, bringing together industry leaders and innovators.

Feb 23 • 17:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India at the Forefront of Digital Transactions

India has become a leader in digital transactions, showcasing rapid growth and achievements in this area.

Feb 20 • 08:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Data privacy issues threaten Nigeria’s financial inclusion

Concerns regarding data privacy and security are hindering Nigeria's efforts to increase financial inclusion despite significant investments in digital infrastructure.

Feb 18 • 00:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Changing Career Paths for Students: What's New from AI to Accounting?

The article discusses the evolving career opportunities for students in AI, finance, and related fields due to changes in financial inclusion driven by digital platforms.

Feb 14 • 05:29 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

SVT Tests: What Does it Cost to Boil a Cup of Tea?

The price of electricity in northern Sweden has dramatically increased while a local library expands its offerings to include technology for community inclusion.

Feb 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

UBA revamps agency, merchant banking services

The United Bank for Africa has launched a new Aggregator Sales Structure to enhance its Agency Banking Network and promote financial inclusion in Nigeria.

Feb 12 • 01:23 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Indonesia turns to digital finance to reach unbanked population

Indonesia is leveraging digital finance solutions to enhance banking access for its unbanked population, focusing on regional collaborations and international partnerships.

Feb 10 • 12:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Pierro Tsipolone: The 2+1 Categories of Citizens Who Will Benefit from Digital Euro

Pierro Tsipolone highlighted the benefits of the digital euro for consumers, merchants, and payment service providers at a speech in Cyprus.

Feb 10 • 09:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The value of the public digital euro

The European digital currency aims to reduce dependency on foreign companies.

Feb 9 • 04:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PIX moves R$ 35.4 trillion in 2025, with nearly 80 billion transactions, and sets a record

In 2025, Brazil's PIX payment system recorded R$ 35.4 trillion in transactions, marking a 33.6% increase from the previous year and approaching full adult adoption in the country.

Feb 7 • 07:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bujeti Signs Partnership with Presidential Committee to Power Financial Inclusion for 10 Million Nigerians

Bujeti has partnered with Nigeria’s Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion to support digital financial tools aimed at helping 10 million Nigerians, particularly focusing on women-led businesses and the informal economy.

Feb 6 • 12:38 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Spin, Femsa's financial platform seeks to lead the Mexican market by 2026

Femsa's financial platform Spin aims to establish itself as a key player in Mexican financial inclusion by leveraging its extensive physical network of over 24,000 OXXO stores.

Feb 5 • 13:58 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

From cash to AI: six directions that will define banking

The article discusses the challenges faced by banks and financial institutions in Latin America as they navigate the growing trend of digital payments while managing cash usage, digitalization, financial inclusion, and operational efficiency in 2026.

Feb 4 • 13:26 UTC

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