An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigation

Abstract Financial technologies are the fundamental basis and driving force for financial inclusion initiatives, hence facilitating the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals. This research is extensive and meticulous, focusing on the papers in the Scopus database related to fintech and fin...

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Main Authors: Varun Kesavan, Aruna Polisetty
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Language:English
Published: Springer 2025-02-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-00823-8
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description Abstract Financial technologies are the fundamental basis and driving force for financial inclusion initiatives, hence facilitating the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals. This research is extensive and meticulous, focusing on the papers in the Scopus database related to fintech and financial inclusion. The data unequivocally demonstrate that China, India, and the United States are at the forefront of fintech and financial inclusion initiatives. Furthermore, the data reveals a significant increase in the number of articles pertaining to fintech and financial inclusion. The primary contributions in this field are Ozili PK, Banna H, and Zhang Y. Principal ties include Pan-Atlantic University, the University of Professional Studies, and Renmin University of China. This study indicates that successful fintech innovation enhances financial inclusion by bridging the divide between urban and rural communities, eventually contributing to sustainability. Likewise, effective financial innovation fosters increased growth in green investments, green initiatives, and green finance, transitioning economies from a linear to a circular model. The forthcoming research has the potential to enlighten and influence regulators, politicians, and future scholars.
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spelling doaj-art-de00d9d45d51409fbf92a5dd40855a0f2025-02-09T12:04:50ZengSpringerDiscover Sustainability2662-99842025-02-016113710.1007/s43621-025-00823-8An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigationVarun Kesavan0Aruna Polisetty1VIT Business School, VIT UniversityVIT Business School, VIT UniversityAbstract Financial technologies are the fundamental basis and driving force for financial inclusion initiatives, hence facilitating the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals. This research is extensive and meticulous, focusing on the papers in the Scopus database related to fintech and financial inclusion. The data unequivocally demonstrate that China, India, and the United States are at the forefront of fintech and financial inclusion initiatives. Furthermore, the data reveals a significant increase in the number of articles pertaining to fintech and financial inclusion. The primary contributions in this field are Ozili PK, Banna H, and Zhang Y. Principal ties include Pan-Atlantic University, the University of Professional Studies, and Renmin University of China. This study indicates that successful fintech innovation enhances financial inclusion by bridging the divide between urban and rural communities, eventually contributing to sustainability. Likewise, effective financial innovation fosters increased growth in green investments, green initiatives, and green finance, transitioning economies from a linear to a circular model. The forthcoming research has the potential to enlighten and influence regulators, politicians, and future scholars.https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-00823-8BibliometricsBiblioshinyFinancial inclusionFinTechScopus Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)VOS viewer
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An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigation
Discover Sustainability
Bibliometrics
Biblioshiny
Financial inclusion
FinTech
Scopus Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
VOS viewer
title An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigation
title_full An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigation
title_fullStr An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigation
title_full_unstemmed An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigation
title_short An extensive examination of the influence of financial technology (Fintech) on advancing financial inclusion: a bibliometric investigation
title_sort extensive examination of the influence of financial technology fintech on advancing financial inclusion a bibliometric investigation
topic Bibliometrics
Biblioshiny
Financial inclusion
FinTech
Scopus Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
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url https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-00823-8
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