Role of financial technology (FinTech) innovations in driving sustainable development: a comprehensive literature review and future research avenues

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Dr Nemer Badwan holds a PhD in economics and finance, a Doctor of Philosophy in economics and finance (finance, money circulation, and credit). Dr Nemer Badwan worked as an Assistant Professor in economics and finance at Don State Technical University in the Russian Federation. At the present time, Dr Nemer Badwan is a senior lecturer, senior researcher, instructor researcher, author, academic editor, and reviewer at Elsevier (Scopus) and Clarivate (Web of Science). Dr Nemer Badwan also worked as a financial manager and financial analyst. Previously, he worked as a deputy financial and administrative director and financial auditor for financial cooperation companies, specializing in economic feasibility studies, financial planning, monetary and financial policies, data analysis, and statistical analysis as well. Dr Nemer Badwan obtained a bachelor’s degree in international economics from Kyiv National Economic University; a master’s degree in international economics from Kyiv National Economic University; and then also a PhD in economics and finance (finance, money circulation, and credit) from Don State Technical University and North Ossetian State University named after Costa Ivanovic Khetagurov. Previously, he was a senior lecturer in economics and finance at the faculty of finance and credit at Don State Technical University. Dr. Nemer Badwan has many research papers and book chapters published in international economic and financial journals. His research interests and specializations include financial econometrics, financial economics, international economics and finance, mathematical economics, macroeconomics, microeconomics, monetary policy, fiscal policy, financial mathematics, and capital markets, financial markets, banking, capital markets, economics, finance, financial accounting, financial auditing, financial analysis, treasury financial management, financial capital, financial development, financial management, financial policy, financial reporting, financial risk management, stock exchange, financial statement analyst and investment. Dr Nemer Badwan is now an Assistant Professor of economics and finance at the Computerized of Banking and Financial Department, Faculty of Business and Economics, Palestine Technical University-Kadoorie (PTUK), Tulkarm, West Bank, State of Palestine and a senior researcher. Dr Khaled Naser Magableh is an Assistant Professor in the Business Administration Department at the Business School of Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan. His research interests span entrepreneurship, disruptive innovation, creativity, leadership, technology start-ups, machine learning, and big data. Dr Magableh focuses on the intersection of emerging technologies and business strategies, exploring how machine learning and big data can drive innovation in tech start-ups and leadership practices. He has contributed to scholarly publications and conferences, fostering knowledge in dynamic and evolving fields of business and technology. Dr Suhaib Al-Khazaleh holds a Ph.D. in Finance, specializing in corporate governance and corporate finance. He earned his bachelor’s degree in finance and banking from Al-Bayt University in Jordan, followed by a master's degree in the same field from the same institution. Dr. Al-Khazaleh furthered his academic journey by pursuing a Ph.D. in Corporate Finance at the prestigious University of Sian’s Malaysia (USM). With a rich educational background, he has become a prominent figure in the fields of finance and banking. Dr Al-Khazaleh is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Amman Arab University, where he imparts his knowledge and expertise to students aspiring to excel in the field of finance. His research interests encompass various aspects of corporate governance and corporate finance, reflecting his dedication to understanding and improving financial systems. His expertise extends to areas such as financial management, investment analysis, and risk assessment. Throughout his academic career, Dr Al-Khazaleh has significantly contributed to the body of knowledge in finance through his research endeavours and publications. In addition to his academic pursuits, he serves as a reviewer for renowned journals indexed in Web of Science and Scopus. His role as a reviewer underscores his commitment to maintaining the quality and integrity of scholarly publications within the finance discipline. Dr Al-Khazaleh's expertise, coupled with his passion for advancing knowledge in finance, makes him a respected authority in academia and the financial industry. Dr Soukaina Abdallah-ou-Moussa is a doctoral candidate at the Laboratory of Economics and Management of Organizations, Faculty of Economics and Management, Ibn Tofail University, in Kenitra, Morocco. She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Economic and Management Sciences and Economic and Accounting Sciences, as well as a master’s degree in Finance, Banking, and Insurance, all from the same institution. Her research centers on the digital economy, employing advanced econometric methodologies to assess economic growth potential. Soukaina’s work investigates the transformative impact of digitalization in fostering economic resilience and sustainable growth, with a specific focus on financial markets and corporate governance. Her scholarly expertise spans econometrics, digitalization, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), offering both empirical and theoretical insights into the evolving dynamics of the digital economy. Actively engaged in numerous academic writing projects, she delivers rigorous analyses that elucidate the economic ramifications of digital transformation and present innovative perspectives on governance practices within the financial sector. Soukaina’s research endeavors seek to deepen the understanding of digital integration strategies in finance, aiming to promote sustainable and inclusive economic progress. With her robust background in finance, banking, and insurance, Soukaina possesses a comprehensive grasp of the sector’s intricacies, which enhances her scholarly contributions to discussions on responsible and strategic corporate practices. Her commitment to advancing both theoretical and practical insights has established her as a respected voice in the fields of financial governance and sustainable economic development. Dr Chen Ying is an associate professor, a Ph.D. in philosophy, an intermediate auditor, and a senior "double qualified" teacher in Anhui Province's vocational colleges.

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