Standard Bank is one of the largest financial services groups in Africa, offering a wide range of banking and financial products.
Fintech takes ATM fight to competition regulator
Motswagae Holding has accused major South African banks of blocking access to ATM networks for its 360Wallet platform. The Competition Commission confirmed receipt of Motswagae's formal complaint regarding structural access barriers in banking.
Why a South African fintech chose the UK before the rest of Africa
Float has expanded its operations into the UK, targeting a sophisticated fintech market. The company allows consumers to convert purchases made with existing credit cards into interest-free instalments.
Britam Expands BetaLab as It Backs the Next Wave of Fintech
Britam BetaLab is moving into venture investing with a commitment of Sh1.9 billion ($15 million) over the next four years. The investment will focus on financial technology and insurance technology companies across seven African markets.
Clashing judgments leave South Africa’s crypto law unsettled
The high court ruling by Judge Stuart David James Wilson on June 1, 2026, classified bitcoin as both 'money' and 'capital'. The case involved the transfer of 1,680 bitcoin worth R182-million to offshore wallets.
Standard Bank Anchors $330 Million Refinancing for Optasia as Africa’s Banks Line Up Behind the JSE-Listed AI Fintech
Optasia closed a $330 million syndicated financing facility to refinance existing debt and support future growth. The financing facility includes a $180 million term loan and a $150 million working capital facility.
