Belize’s oldest and largest bank is making a bold digital leap. Belize Bank Limited has partnered with i2c Inc., a global fintech platform provider, to overhaul its technology infrastructure — a move that promises to bring the Caribbean nation’s banking experience squarely into the digital age.

The collaboration, announced today, will power a full-scale modernization of the bank’s payments and digital infrastructure through i2c’s unified, API-driven platform. The partnership aims to expand financial inclusion, enhance security, and deliver personalized digital products that reflect how modern consumers bank and spend.

Banking for the Next Century

For a bank that’s been serving Belize for over 100 years, the timing couldn’t be more fitting. With fintech innovation reshaping customer expectations globally, Belize Bank is betting on agility — and i2c’s configurable cloud-based architecture gives it exactly that.

Using i2c’s platform, the bank can now integrate new services rapidly, from digital onboarding to customized debit programs. It also gains AI-powered fraud prevention tools and 3D Secure authentication, a must-have in a region increasingly targeted by sophisticated cyberattacks such as BIN fraud.

“Our goal is to redefine convenience and financial wellness for our customers, whether they’re in Belize City or rural areas of the country,” said Filippo Alario, CEO of Belize Bank. “We needed a partner who could match our ambition. i2c was exactly that partner.”

From Legacy Banking to Fintech-Led Innovation

The deal builds on Belize Bank’s ongoing digital transformation strategy, which has already produced several local firsts — including the country’s first digital wallet, a fully online loan application process, and in-app PIN management.

Now, with i2c’s help, the bank is taking that innovation further. Customers will soon enjoy a seamless self-service experience, enabling them to manage credit cards, payments, and personalized debit programs directly through digital and mobile channels.

The bank’s new hyper-personalized card offerings will even allow custom cashback rewards based on merchant categories — a feature typically reserved for neobanks and global digital-first players.

“Belize Bank continues to set the standard for digital banking in the region,” said Amir Wain, Founder and CEO of i2c Inc. “Our integrated platform gives them the flexibility, scalability, and advanced tools to innovate faster and deliver financial wellness to every community they serve.”

Driving Financial Inclusion Across Belize

Beyond technology upgrades, the partnership underscores Belize Bank’s commitment to financial inclusion. With digital onboarding and localized English-language support, the bank is simplifying access to essential banking services — especially for underbanked communities outside major cities.

The cloud-based integration also unifies issuing, ledger, and digital banking systems into a single ecosystem, providing real-time scalability and ensuring a consistent experience across all customer touchpoints.

Why It Matters

Belize Bank’s collaboration with i2c highlights a larger regional trend: emerging-market banks modernizing through modular fintech platforms rather than traditional core overhauls. By partnering with i2c — known for powering digital programs across 200+ countries — Belize Bank joins a growing list of institutions bridging legacy infrastructure with next-generation, API-driven systems.

For Belize, this isn’t just about modernization; it’s about shaping a more inclusive and resilient financial ecosystem — one that’s ready for today’s digital-first customers and tomorrow’s innovations.