About Sustainable Finance

Regulating fintech can lead the industry to a sustainable growth - let's see how this is possible in 5 steps regulators can take.

Quantifying progress of cryptocurrencies towards a sustainable future in times of climate change and Gen Z demands.

Finding out how the metaverse will become sustainable and what initiatives are already working towards the metaverses green future.

Discover the fundamentals of blockchain technology in this comprehensive guide. Learn how blockchain works, its key components, types, benefits, real-world applications, and future potential in transforming industries.

The European Commission's recent decision to significantly reduce corporate sustainability reporting requirements has ignited a debate among investors and environmental advocates. While the move aims to alleviate administrative burdens on businesses, critics argue it could undermine the European Union's climate objectives and hinder informed investment decisions.

Explore the growing relevance of Shariah-compliant finance with expert Dilshod Jumaniyazov. Discover how ethical investing principles, transparency, and risk-sharing are shaping the future of sustainable finance beyond ESG.

With Gen Z’s rising purchasing power and ESG-driven investments surging, the market is already deciding. Here’s what smart businesses are paying attention to.

Joseph Sanberg, co-founder of Aspiration Partners Inc., was arrested on federal charges alleging a conspiracy to defraud investors of at least $145 million. The case also involves his associate, Ibrahim Ameen AlHusseini, who has pleaded guilty to wire fraud.​

Islamic finance represents a complete financial system based on Shariah principles, while Shariah-compliant finance refers to specific financial products or services that meet Islamic legal requirements. This article examines their distinctions, technical aspects, and real-world applications.

Islamic finance is a financial system rooted in Shariah principles, promoting risk-sharing and asset-backed investments while prohibiting interest-based and speculative transactions. This article explores its core principles, global reach, and role in fintech, offering data-driven insights into its expanding influence beyond Islamic-majority countries.

The main goal is to create a platform for FinTech enthusiasts, founders, potential founders and anybody who is interested in the changes to come in...

After the very short administration of Liz Truss, Rishi Sunak is now the Prime Minister of the UK. The unrealized tax cuts he inherits have just wo...

Vice President of Ghana, Mahamudu Bawumia, addressed the economic crisis suffered by Ghana during a speech delivered at the FinTech Festival in Acc...

Fossil fuel still makes up most of the energy sources used to mine Bitcoin. Even if the network behind the first cryptocurrency by market capitaliz...

Opera, one of the most popular browsers, will partner with Elrond to facilitate a massive adoption of blockchain technology. Elrond, which is not e...

Among the regions that realized the importance of green and sustainable finance, Southeast Asia is playing a major role. MUFG Bank, as well as othe...

Startups focused on limiting the effects of climate change are attracting more investors. African fintechs make no exception, and among them the mo...

As Warren Buffett suggested to shareholders in the 80s, during a period of high inflation, the best businesses to buy have rapid growth as one of t...

And in response, the top asset manager HSBC decided to exclude thermal coal companies from its funds. The policy adopted by HSBC will allow the man...

In the meantime, Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive, assessed that the US should invest more in the fossil fuel industry to favor economic...

By 2050 the city of Tokyo should include a high-tech, carbon-neutral mini-city created on unused land in its bay area. One of the tools the city w...

Peter Thiel's Valar Ventures, which has already invested in top companies like Qonto, Bitpanda, N26, is one of the top investors behind TreeCard. F...

Even though it was founded just one year ago, the Every Action Counts (EAC) coalition already managed to reach concrete goals. The coalition, made...

In the attempt to become a top player in the green economy, India is planning a huge amount of investments in the green hydrogen industry. The $2 b...

It’s no secret that one of the major problems related to blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies is the cost afforded to produce some digital as...

Asia, as well as the rest of the world, witnessed ups and downs for what concerns fintech. But financial technology is still one of the main driver...

Many US states are against the green policies of BlackRock: the multi-national investment company lost over $1 billion for institutional investors’...

The Sibos conference aims at being the most sustainable event in the world: Melissa Sternberg, Global Head of ESG at Swift, joins the show to talk ...

Despite ESG – environmental, social and governance – being a new trend in investments, not everyone agrees. Many concerns are not related to ESG it...

Cardano is among the most sustainable crypto projects in the digital economy, and its innovative solutions may further increase the value of its cr...

As mentioned, not only consumers but also investors care about ESG and want the businesses and institutions they cooperate with to follow ESG best ...

Fintech plays a major role in the achievement of ESG-related goals. Singapore keeps this in mind, and one of the most significant speeches delivere...

In fact, the MAS has developed an ESG Impact Hub, where ESG fintech startups can meet investors and financial institutions, to create an ESG-friend...

India is another country where ESG and sustainable finance are taken into high consideration: a panel of the IFSCA – International Financial Servic...

According to Bloomberg, sustainable debt instruments reached over $1.6 trillion in 2021. Moreover, GTB – global transaction banking – has a large r...

The top bank HSBC has launched a new platform for the UK and Hong Kong markets: the HSBC Trade Solutions – HTS – allows clients to manage their tra...

ESG and global warming are two of the most discussed topics today, and for sure, fintech firms and the modern economy in general need to work to so...

Fintech and fintech businesses, driven by the intention to solve global issues and to be inclusive, focus on topics like ESG. For what concerns the...

ESG investing constantly increases, and 2022 proved to be a successful year for this type of investments. In fact, climate fintech companies reache...

As we often say, fintech is focused on inclusivity. India is a great example of this. According to The Times of India, India was one of the largest...

In the past few years, fintech has dominated startups in India. Since then, India has taken giant steps in fintech. 2023, we will see the rise of r...

Fintech is not just a trend: it created a model that is sufficiently agile to recover after crises and offer solutions that can cope with an increa...

Igugu Global, the African climate fintech, launched the Green Finance Marketplace to share businesses’ climate-related data, in order to facilitate...

Green economy is still concentrated in a few countries, and it might become the strand that links US and India’s efforts against climate change: th...

The green economy is constantly developing: despite its concentration in specific countries – like the US and China, it’s expanding across differen...

Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies became an important part of the fintech industry. Especially for what concerns Gen Z, the demand for cry...

Since we’re talking about sustainable finance, a European city was elected the center of sustainable finance education. The city is Edinburgh, the ...

CarbonPay launches CarbonPay Business Ctrl: with this prepaid card – available in the U.S. and the U.K. – the green fintech company allows its user...

Nairobi could become the second county in Kenya to issue a green bond. The Government of the county announced green bonds for $1.2 billion worth, a...

Switzerland and Singapore further strengthen their economic ties: the main field is fintech, and sustainable fintech is one of the main topics cons...

Extreme weather events are always more common, and they’re becoming the rule more than the exception. Despite this, Republicans oppose financial tr...

Switzerland and Singapore further strengthen their economic ties: the main field is fintech, and sustainable fintech is one of the main topics cons...

Extreme weather events are always more common, and they’re becoming the rule more than the exception. Despite this, Republicans oppose financial tr...

Fintech companies are targeting the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) using artificial intelligence. At the Niger SDGs Fintech AI Hackathon...

Glow Beta, a solar infrastructure protocol leveraging Ethereum's smart contract platform, aims to revolutionize energy ownership and tackle climate...

SMEs, forming the backbone of many global economies through significant contributions to employment and economic growth, are now at the forefront o...

In a recent PYMNTS survey, industry executives emphasized the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the 2023 FinTech sector, with Ma...

FinTech AI Hackathon Targets Talent Development for Sustainable Goals - A dedicated FinTech AI Hackathon is set to cultivate talents to tackle Sust...

Phalanx Impact Partners, focused on environmental and community betterment, invests in Dallas-based FinTech firm CollateralEdge. The innovative sol...

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Solana Foundation, focusing on the advancement of distribute...

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Solana Foundation, focusing on the advancement of distribute...

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Solana Foundation, focusing on the advancement of distribute...

SolarAI, a cryptocurrency merging solar energy with artificial intelligence, has successfully raised over $1.2 million in its pre-sale, marking a t...

Brazil is experiencing a shift towards a more prosperous and cleaner economy, driven by the rise of FinTech and decreasing dependence on unsustaina...

Mastercard has launched "Mastercard For Fintechs," a program aimed at supporting fintechs across Western Europe. This initiative provides tools and...

Ant Group invested 21.2 billion yuan (US$2.9 billion) in technology last year, focusing on artificial intelligence to spur innovation for consumers...

Climate change and advancements in artificial intelligence could transform fintech, according to a report by venture capital firm Team8's Venture C...

In 2024, the global economy navigates a challenging landscape marked by modest growth, persistent inflation, swift technological advancements, and ...

Financial exclusion occurs when individuals are unable to access mainstream financial services, reinforcing poverty and inequality. Banking access ...

Searching for inclusive solutions, LOLC Tech is advancing fintech with a focus on accessibility and sustainability. Through partnerships with Oracl...

The Tower. Experts predict that Trump’s fiscal policy changes could drive market volatility, with tax cuts likely to benefit equities and banks. Bu...