Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Fintech & Rise of Digital Banks


All around the world, we are seeing a new class of banks: The digital banks. These fintech pioneers are redefining the banking industry by connecting with a new generation of mobile-first consumers.

Digital banks are an online only version of a normal bank offering Savings, Checking Accounts with payment, deposit and withdrawal services – but only through web: PC & Mobile devices.

Proving low cost banking services to a new class of customers: People who are highly mobile, tech savvy and unbanked!

Digital banks offer three main services:

1. Payment Gateways
  • A seller service, often provided by e-commerce store or e-commerce enabler
  • Authorizes a credit card or online transfer to merchants & businesses
  • A virtual Point-of-Sale terminal for online businesses
2. E-Wallets
  • Mobile App used to make payments to other mobile wallets
  • Digital wallet can be set up to transfer funds to/from a bank account
  • Popular banking tool for unbanked.

    3. Remittances
    • International Money transfers between individuals
    • Nearly instant money transfers and low fees to lure customers away from traditional banks
    • Uses Bitcoin or crypto currencies to avoid regulatory authorities

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