Africa’s fintech scene is evolving quickly. The continent has moved past the shiny startup surge of the past decade and is now facing a harder, more defining phase: proving that …
Manuela Tecchio
Manuela Tecchio
With over eight years of experience in newsrooms like CNN and Globo, Manuela is a specialized business and finance journalist, trained by FGV and Insper. She has covered the sector across Latin America and Europe, and edits FintechScoop since its founding.
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New generations are changing the way we live in many aspects—and the financial market is no exception. Products created for ESG, sustainability, or green investing are gaining traction. This trend …
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When it comes to personal finances, everyone needs a plan. But this doesn’t mean the same rule will work for different lifestyles and personalities. One of the most popular methods …
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the financial sector. According to NVIDIA’s “State of AI in Financial Services” report, 91% of surveyed financial services professionals consider AI essential for their company’s success. …
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“Debit or credit?” is becoming a much more popular question than “Sorry, we only take cash.” After the COVID-19 pandemic, an already ongoing trend of cashless payments accelerated significantly and …
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This week, the cryptocurrency market experienced significant fluctuations, as macroeconomic factors and regulatory developments influenced investor sentiment. Both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) demonstrated resilience amid broader market volatility. Bitcoin’s …
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The Trump administration and Harvard University are at conflict. After the US government demands to change its academic policies, the Ivy League university refused to implement the requirements—a move that …
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The ongoing US-China trade war has taken a surprising turn. While it initially focused on tariffs and economic policy, the latest battleground has shifted to a more personal space: social …
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In a significant move for the fashion industry, Prada has finalized a €1.38 billion deal to acquire Versace from Capri Holdings, marking a notable shift in the luxury market landscape. …
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Wall Street guru and billionaire investor Ray Dalio is sounding the alarm on what he describes as a “once in a lifetime” breakdown of the global order. In recent interviews …
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Fintechs are changing the game. Although this transformation was already very much on course, the rise of disintermediated and affordable financial services skyrocketed after the pandemic, allowing access to populations …
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Over the past years, the number of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) and the amount of money invested in these products have gained traction. For investors beginning to diversify their portfolios or …