ECB’s digital euro project to enter preparation phase from next month
The announcement follows the completion of the digital euro’s “investigation phase”, which began in 2021.
Blockchain
Video: Chainlink at Sibos 2023 – The future of on-chain finance and tokenisation
We chat with Sergey Nazarov of Chainlink about how the firm is solving the blockchain interoperability problem.
Australia proposes significant regulatory reforms for digital asset platforms
The Treasury is welcoming feedback on its latest proposals until 1 December 2023.
Demystify Podcast: Demystifying DeFi with U-Zyn Chua, CTO and co-founder of Cake Group
U-Zyn Chua delves into the history of DeFi, the impacts of the crypto winter and why he is so bullish about the future.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Untangled Finance, Kennek and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
FCA’s new crypto marketing regime comes into force, regulator issues 146 alerts in first 24 hours
The regulator’s new rules for the promotion of cryptoassets went live on 8 October.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 6 October 2023
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
Video: Standard Chartered at Sibos 2023 – ISO 20022 and the push for global adoption
We chat with David Rego of Standard Chartered about the switch to ISO 20022 and the progress being made globally.
Video: BNP Paribas at Sibos 2023 – The global shift to T+1 settlement
At Sibos 2023, we spoke with Camille Papillard of BNP Paribas about whether T+1 will be a good fit for everyone.
Video: Lloyds Bank at Sibos 2023 – What’s next for CBDCs and AI?
We chat with Sarah Saigol of Lloyds Bank about the current industry sentiment surrounding CBDCs and AI.
Tap Global sets up US expansion through Zero Hash partnership
The UK-based cryptocurrency app intends to complete its US expansion by Q4 2023.
Project Mariana successfully completes cross-border settlement of wholesale CBDCs
The project was completed between BIS, Banque de France, MAS and the Swiss National Bank.
Crypto exchange Kraken lands EU e-money licence, secures VASP registration in Spain
The San Francisco-headquartered exchange plans to leverage the approvals to power its European expansion.
Digital euro still two years away as ECB president Christine Lagarde takes on conspiracy theorists
Lagarde has vowed to “address all the conspiracy theory that abounds” about the potential digital euro.
Bahrain’s Bank ABC taps JP Morgan for blockchain-based cross-border payment service
The launch arrives in tandem with the bank’s documentary trade suite, ABC Trade.
Why fintechs can’t afford to swipe left on ESG
Fintech companies are uniquely positioned to lead the way in integrating ESG.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Fuze, Enigio, DKK Partners and more
Our weekly fintech round-up for you to get the latest funding news from around the world.
Sibos 2023: How Economy-as-a-Service is shaping the way we work
The Economy-as-a-Service (EaaS) model is progressively reshaping multiple sectors, most notably financial services.
Sibos 2023: The Future of Money – the ghost of panels past
This year at Sibos we have a Future of Money reunion. Not just to opine. But to be held accountable.
Video: How Mauritius is emerging as a global financial services hub
We speak with the Honourable Mahen Kumar Seeruttun about the evolution of the financial services landscape in Mauritius.
Daily News at Sibos 2023
Download your free copy of the Daily News at Sibos publication today!
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Fipto, Form3, Immix, Emata & more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
What the FinTech? | S.4 Episode 15 | How Scotland is aiming to become a global fintech hub
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Nicola Anderson, CEO of FinTech Scotland.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 8 September 2023
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: GenTwo, Momnt, myZoi, Treyd, Firstcard & more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
FinTech Futures Jobs: The top tech jobs on the rise for the future
Explore thousands of open roles on the FinTech Futures Job Board today.
Visa expands stablecoin settlement pilots in push to modernise cross-border payments
Visa will utilise the Solana blockchain in a bid to speed up settlement times for merchants.
UK crypto fintech Altalix acquired by Clear Junction
Altalix was one of the first cryptoasset firms to be registered with the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Swift can facilitate tokenised asset transfers between different blockchains, new experiments confirm
The experiments were in collaboration with several major financial institutions, including Clearstream, ANZ and Citi.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 1 September 2023
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
Banking Technology Magazine September 2023 issue out now
Cover story: WINDS OF CHANGE – Squaring the circle on climate change.
Delta Capita names Alan Philpot as new CPO
The appointment follows the launch of the company’s distributed ledger services venture in April.
MoonPay creates new venture division to fund early-stage start-ups
MoonPay Ventures will focus on early-stage fintechs and Web3-focused start-ups.
Video: Subject snapshot – payments
Delve into the discussions surrounding paytech trends and opportunities.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 25 August 2023
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
Video: What’s the next big thing in fintech?
We ask three experts what they think could be the next big thing that will completely transform the industry.
KPMG data shows steep drop in Canadian fintech funding in H1 2023
H1 2023 investment activity totalled $353.7m across 57 deals, down from $1.09 billion across 87 deals in H2 2022.
Mastercard launches CBDC Partner Programme to boost sector collaboration
Through the Programme, Mastercard aims to bring a “greater understanding” of the pros and cons of CBDCs.
Colendi lands banking licence to become Turkey’s first digital deposit bank
As Turkey’s first digital bank, ColendiBank is aiming to reach 50 million customers regionally.
Video: The top trends to watch in fintech
Three seasoned investors discuss which fintech trends the industry should be keeping an eye on.
