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Podcast: PayPod: The Payments and Fintech Podcast
Episode: Fast Payments and Financial Inclusion with The World Bank's Harish Natarajan
Description: Episode Topic This episode features Harish Natarajan, Practice Manager of Financial Inclusion and Infrastructure at the World Bank, exploring the transformative potential of digital financial services in addressing financial exclusion. Harish highlights the critical role of fast payment systems in modernizing financial infrastructure, fostering interoperability, and reducing barriers to financial access. The discussion also delves into how developing nations are leveraging fintech innovation and regulatory modernization to create inclusive financial systems that empower underserved populations. Lessons You’ll Learn Digital payments hold the power to improve accessibility and reduce costs for unserved and un...