BANKING & FINANCE
RBI Backs Fintech As Key Strategic Partner To Develop Next-Gen System
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is positioning fintech not merely as an industry under regulation but as a strategic partner in building the next generation of India’s financial system, with artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technology and tokenisation emerging as key areas of focus. Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the central bank […]
CW Bureau
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Sep 10, 2026
ECONOMY
India’s Fintech Journey Enters Next Phase As UPI Becomes Cornerstone
India’s fintech story has moved well beyond digital payments, with the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) emerging as a cornerstone of the country’s digital economy and financial inclusion. The next phase, however, will require the industry to extend the same scale and simplicity to credit, insurance, savings, investments and pensions. The evolution of India’s fintech ecosystem […]
CW Bureau
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Sep 9, 2026
ECONOMY
Investing In Future: Ensuring Women Owned Small Businesses Can Thrive
When we picture engines of economic growth and job creation, we tend to think of large multinational companies and global brands. Yet, in emerging and developing economies, it is primarily micro, small, and medium-sized businesses that play this critical role. Small and medium-sized businesses represent around 90% of all businesses worldwide, and account for more […]
CW Bureau
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Jun 29, 2026
