IT in Banking

Discovery Bank enters AI lane redefines products

Discovery says digital disruption, changing consumer expectations, and the power of AI and data have completely redefined what financial services can offer.
Samuel Mungadze
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Vodacom's XLink targets Africa's remittances market

In an effort to increase financial inclusion in Africa, the company says it has launched a new cross-border payment solution, XLink Send.
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Feb 20, 2025

MTN Group chair falls victim to imposter once more

The telco said any comments shared on the account do not represent the views of its chairman, and it is taking the required steps to resolve this.
2:30
Dec 10, 2024

Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa top targets for DDoS attacks

A new report highlights Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa in particular as being hotspots for DDoS attacks within the financial sector.
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Fintech Lesaka completes $96m Adumo buyout

The transaction was finalised with the issuance of 17,279,803 shares of Lesaka's common stock and a cash payment of $13.4 million, resulting in a total purchase consideration of $96.2 million.
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Aug 23, 2024

Binance increases accessibility across Africa

This expansion aims to bolster Binance’s presence on the continent, where cryptocurrencies have seen a lot of interest and adoption in recent years.
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Jul 1, 2024

Kaspersky launches new online cyber security training

According to Kaspersky, one of the hurdles to timely and efficient incident response is a recurring skills deficit, necessitating the need for the training program.
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Jun 7, 2024

South Africa probes online trader Finbok for infractions

The South African Financial Sector Conduct Authority says the investigated parties did not refund clients or allow them to processing withdrawal from the platform.
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May 9, 2024

Nigeria scoffs at Binance's bribery allegations

The Nigerian Ministry of Information and National Orientation dismissed bribery allegations as Binance's well-coordinated public relations operation to repair its tarnished reputation.
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Lesaka buys payment platform Adumo for $85m

The purchase price will be paid in the form of shares of Lesaka common stock  and $12.5 million in cash.
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Apr 11, 2024

SA regulator grants licence to crypto firm Luno

This follows the regulator’s declaration of crypto assets as a financial product under the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act of 2002.
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Apr 11, 2024

SA takes steps to tackle money laundering, terror funding

Proposed draft changes to the Financial Intelligence Centre Act's money laundering and terrorism financing control laws were presented for public comment this week.