Amit Bhatti is a co-author. Nobody likes waiting for payday, but it can be a particularly tedious affair in many parts of the world where payroll is often processed only once a month. Consider Ghana, for example, where most businesses pay monthly and frequently in a very manual fashion, with employers tracking payments on spreadsheets […] The post Cadana Is Building Modern Payroll for African Businesses and Workers appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

The U.S. insurtech market has been hot for years and momentum is picking up globally. That includes Latin America, which has a growing ecosystem of companies innovating in insurance, especially as insurance sales surge in the wake of the pandemic.  One market we’re particularly excited about is Brazil. The online insurance shopping experience is still […] The post Zipia Is Helping Unlock Digital Insurance Sales in Brazil appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

Advanced economies offer plenty of opportunities to grow wealth in different ways. But nearly 2 billion people worldwide are still unbanked, and untold numbers lack access to basic  financial services and investment instruments.  Mobile money is helping change that, building bridges for people in emerging markets who struggle to access adequate financial services. Mobile money […] The post Emerging Impact Is Bringing Decentralized Finance to Mobile Money Networks appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

Most of us consider our pets a part of the family, and we are willing to spend money to keep them healthy. This is particularly true for younger pet owners who are increasingly looking for technology solutions that can help them care for their pets in a convenient and affordable way. However, finding credible nutrition […] The post Momo Project Provides Tailored Nutrition for Pets appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

Austin Lee is co-author. It’s increasingly clear that Wall Street and large corporate players are starting to embrace cryptocurrencies. But there’s still plenty of volatility and unknowns in the world of crypto, and enterprise adoption of digital assets can still be a rocky affair. From addressing cybersecurity to usability at scale, there are growing opportunities […] The post CYBAVO Delivers Crypto Asset Management Solutions for Enterprises appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

It can be startling to behold the economic impact of disparities around diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI. Research shows the U.S. has lost $16 trillion in GDP in the last two decades due to the racial wealth gap, while eradicating that gap could add 4% to 6% to our GDP by 2028. That’s a […] The post What Founders Need to Know About Diversity, Equity and Inclusion appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

From Patagonia to Ben & Jerry’s, thousands of businesses globally have chosen to get certified as B Corporations—or companies that balance profits alongside people and planet by meeting high standards around environmental and social sustainability, and making a legal commitment to consider all stakeholders. There are over 4,000 certified B Corps today across over 150 […] The post How to B Corp for Startups appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

As technology startups emerge around the world, the need for the right tools and infrastructure to support them has likewise grown.  We’re proud to announce our support of Raise which has the potential to become Africa’s cap table solution. Their team offers a unified platform for investors, startups, employees and law firms to manage equity […] The post Raise is Building Africa’s Equity and Cap Table Platform appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

From wildfires raging across the drought stricken western U.S., to extreme floods in Europe and the threat of rising sea levels, challenges and risks abound around the topic of water. As we contend with climate change’s impact, water is already truly a global issue: by 2025 two-thirds of the world’s population could face water shortages. […] The post Why Water Conservation and Innovation Matter for Startups appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more

From the NFT boom to Dogecoin’s rise, it’s clear the public is captivated by the world of crypto, especially younger generations. Yet, barriers to entry in the crypto space still remain high for new users.  Crucially, blockchain applications largely remain the realm of tech-savvy early adopters who are able to navigate their complexities and rapid […] The post Blocto Is Making Crypto and Blockchain Apps Accessible appeared first on 500 Insights ..read more