Darren Franks Email & Phone Number

Darren Franks is a Founder and CEO at titc.io based in City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, Africa. I’ve spent the last decade at the forefront of FinTech innovation, leading titc.io - a specialist consultancy helping FinTech companies scale, expand, and navigate complex emerging markets. My work spans market entry strategy, regulatory navigation, growth acceleration, and ecosystem development, with a deep focus on Digital Banking, Payments, RegTech, Digital Lending, DeFi and Cryptocurrency. From advising startups and global players on African expansion to guiding investors through the region’s FinTech opportunities, I thrive on tackling the industry’s biggest challenges - whether it’s shaping regulatory conversations, driving financial inclusion, or unlocking new growth frontiers. When I’m not problem-solving with clients, you’ll find me on stage at global FinTech events, sharing insights, challenging industry norms, and sparking conversations that push digital finance and payments to the next level. I also host “Talking Success”, a podcast where I dive deep with the brightest minds in FinTech, uncovering the trends shaping the future of financial services. Beyond titc.io, I’ve been actively involved in entrepreneurship, advisory, and investment, including co-founding the FinTech Association of South Africa and launching a FinTech inspired talent platform - Pear Network. My mission? To help FinTech leaders build, scale, and succeed in one of the world’s most exciting financial landscapes.