News & Views Podcast | Episode 153: BNPL Driving Lessons, Fintech in Norfolk and Cashless China
On this week’s episode of News & Views, The Fintech Times Podcast team discuss how BNPL has made learning to drive more affordable for people across the UK; Norfolk’s flourishing fintech sector; and China’s efforts to lead the way towards a completely cashless future.
Francis kicked off the conversation by discussing the huge costs associated with learning to drive; and how recent years from Payl8r and PassMeFast caught his eye. The trio delve into their personal experiences when learning to drive and discuss how impactful the BNPL solution could be for others trying to pass their driving test.
Next, Polly, Francis and Tom delve into recent successes enjoyed by the Norfolk fintech sector. The podcast team break down the difficulties experienced by regions in the UK outside of London when trying to bolster their fintech ecosystems, particularly amidst difficult macroeconomic conditions.
Finally, China’s prospects of going cashless takes centre stage, as the trio reflects on the rapidly increasing adoption of digital wallets, as revealed by new Euromonitor research.
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Read the articles discussed in this episode:
PassMeFast Reflects on 3 Years of Affordable Driving Lessons Following Payl8r BNPL Integration
Norfolk’s ‘Flourishing’ Fintech Sector Set For £100Million Valuation by 2027; Reveals Tech East
China Leads the Way Into a Cashless Future, With 70% of Consumers Using WeChat Pay Daily
