The Better Than Cash Alliance is a partnership of governments, companies, and international organizations that accelerates the transition from cash to digital payments in order to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
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This report describes the experience of Catholic Relief Services Haiti in employing a new mobile phone–based banking service, T-Cash. This service was adopted on a pilot basis to improve CRS…
This is one in a series of case studies that was made possible by a grant from the Government of the United Kingdom’s DFID to the CGAP in support of the work of the Better Than Cash Alliance.
In the first of The Better Than Cash Alliance Case Study Series to be released, researchers identify the many billions that are estimated to be saved by the Mexican government each year.
Study concludes Mexico’s savings and other benefits and provides tangible lessons for other nations
These phones can be used to receive and transfer money through an electronic banking solution called mVISA, provided by the Bank of Kigali.
The case studies reveal how each country developed their programme, current delivery & payment, and the costs and benefits of using e-payments.
Building an inclusive financial ecosystem is critical to accelerating the shift away from cash in Colombia and Latin America…
Development Research Group When the Better Than Cash Alliance (BTCA) was formed almost three years ago, about half of the world’s adult population had some type of bank account. Last week th…
Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company, announced that it will strengthen its commitment to digitize traditional small shops in Mexico.
Through Red Qiubo, Grupo Bimbo provides small businesses with the necessary technology to accept digital payments in their operations.
By Jeffrey Bower, Digital Finance Specialist, Better Than Cash Alliance …
The Alliance contributed to the launch of Peru’s new mobile payment system, Bim, which plans to bring digital payments to 5 million Peruvians over 5 years.
The Better Than Cash Alliance recently held a live webinar with key players behind the launch of Peru’s new mobile wallet. “Bim” is the first product of Modelo Perú, which plans to bring dig…
Our Peer-Exchange to Brazil was part of the Alliance’s response to the knowledge needs of member countries…
Grupo Bimbo identified digitization as a key element to help merchants remain competitive against modern retail stories in Mexico….
Interview with Felipe Vásquez de Velasco, General Manager of Peruvian Digital Payments (PDP)
Interview with Gustavo Vega, President of the clearing house ACH Colombia
This paper explores economic informality and how it relates to digital financial inclusion. It focuses specifically on the potential role that digital financial services–including those accessed through mobile phones and the internet can play in encouraging businesses to formalize their operations.
Opening new payment gateways for merchants presents risks but much greater opportunities. Striking the right balance between fostering innovative services and managing risk is crucial.