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Mobile Money Embracing Payments as a Platform in Asia

Event: 3rd Asia Finance Forum: The Future of Inclusive Finance

Mobile Money Embracing Payments as a Platform in Asia

05 November 2019
Author / Speaker: 
Ruan Swanepoel, GSMA - Other materials by the author

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After a decade of growth, mobile money continues to provide innovative services that are having a profound commercial and social impact in emerging markets. The Asian landscape however is evolving fast: increased competition and strong growth in smartphone penetration are propelling evolution towards a platform-based approach, connecting consumers with third-party services across diverse industries. This session will explore recent innovations and emerging trends from Asia. What are the key regulatory challenges in the region? and what are the enablers to accelerate growth?  

Key topics covered in this workshop include the following:

  • Snapshot of the global mobile money landscape.
  • Asia in focus, key trends shaping mobile money.
  • Overcoming barriers to success.
  • The future of mobile money and payments as a platform. 
Geographical Focus: 
Global
Type of Content: 
Learning Event

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