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Mexico Fintechs Seek Banking Licenses to Cut Costs, Boost Growth
By Duncan Randall - Thu, 07/16/2026 - 10:34
Mexico fintechs are increasingly pursuing banking licenses to cut funding costs and accelerate long-term growth.
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By Tomás Mindlin - Wed, 05/20/2026 - 09:30
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Mercado Pago Sees 120% Surge in Cash-to-Digital Flows in Mexico
By MBN Staff - Tue, 12/16/2025 - 12:18
Mercado Pago reports a 120% surge in cash-to-digital inflows in Mexico from Sep 2024–Sep 2025, highlighting a shift from cash to digital finance.