A number of remittance-focused financial technology (fintech) start-ups are gaining traction in emerging markets. In doing so, they are making inroads on market share that was formerly the preserve of established financial service providers.
Simoun Ung, CEO, OmniPay, Inc.
Managing cybersecurity risk in the digital payments sphere
In this Global Platform video, Simoun Ung, CEO of OmniPay, Inc., unpacks the opportunities and challenges facing both regulators and financial technology (fintech) players as societies around the world accelerate the shift towards digital payments. With fintechs looking to expand their service offering beyond the upper echelons of society, successfully managing cybersecurity risk and promoting consumer awareness will be crucial for sustainable and equitable growth, ensuring that the benefits of cashless payments can be shared more broadly.