Ghana’s financial technology sector is calling for harmonized rules governing virtual assets across Africa to enable broader market access and operational efficiency. The appeal emerged from a two day seminar in Accra hosted by Precept and the Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (GhIPSS), where industry stakeholders gathered to address growth strategies for the continent’s expanding digital finance landscape.
The LeadIn Fintech Summit brought together entrepreneurs, regulators, investors, and technologists to explore innovative pathways for developing Africa’s virtual asset industry. Discussions centered on creating regulatory frameworks that balance innovation with consumer protection while facilitating cross border operations.
GhIPSS Chief Executive Clara B. Arthur opened the event by emphasizing the transformative potential of technology in financial services. She described fintech as an “enabler of opportunity” capable of extending banking access to unserved populations while making financial services more transparent and secure. Arthur challenged attendees to “think differently, act boldly, and innovate responsibly” in response to the sector’s rapid evolution.
Read more: https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fintech-leaders-push-for-unified-african-virtual-asset-regulations/
