CommerzVentures closes €300m fund to invest in fintech, insurtech & climate fintech
This brings total funds managed by CommerzVentures to €550 million.
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Communicating climate change: a laughing matter for fintechs?
Like the court jesters of previous ages, being funny and communicating effectively can be compatible.
The carbon cost of technology and what to do about it
Banks and fintechs should understand how much energy they consume to make better informed decisions.
Climate First Bank on sustainability, fintech greenwashing, and fighting the climate crisis
FinTech Futures speaks to Climate First Bank’s founder, Ken LaRoe, and CTO, Marcio deOliveira.
Round and round: how circular economy fintechs are aiming to save the planet
Twig CEO Geri Cupi thinks the circular economy is now at a tipping point in terms of mainstream acceptance.
New sustainable investing app Etcho set to launch in UK
Etcho wants to “empower everyone and anyone” to be able to invest their money sustainably.
How fintech can help women and girls solve the climate crisis
If you want to help save the planet, gender equality should be at the heart of climate action.
HSBC partners and invests $100m in Bill Gates-founded green tech accelerator Catalyst
The bank’s chief sustainability officer says green tech needs investment “to become reality”.
Banking Technology February 2022 issue out now
Cover story: THE FUTURE CALLS – Three predictions for the year ahead.
Research: Central bank carbon footprint survey findings
An independent research to assess central banks’ 3-year carbon emission evolution and strategies.
Fifth Third snaps up green energy lendtech Dividend Finance
Dividend Finance offers financing solutions for renewable energy focused home improvement projects.
How important is language when it comes to communicating climate change?
Climate change has a global audience, and your communications need to reflect this.
Socially responsible savings app Cushon raises £35m, makes third acquisition
Cushon becomes the fifth largest master trust pension provider in the UK.
Sustainable energy platform EIT InnoEnergy gains first financial institution shareholder, ING
EIT InnoEnergy is supported by the European Institute of Innovation & Technology.
UK consumer lender Oplo acquired by challenger bank Tandem
Together, Tandem and Oplo will “create a fairer, greener digital bank”.
Fintech start-up Twig raises $35m to support Web 3.0 plans
The London-based fintech intends to expand into the EU and US in 2022.
How will the Green Claims Code affect you as a fintech?
The Green Claims Code legislation aims to eradicate greenwashing once and for all.
The heart of the matter: three predictions for 2022
It’s that time of year when crystal ball gazing is de rigueur.
The focus on ESG: Spotlight on data
As regulatory pressure grows, effective ESG reporting is now essential for businesses across the world.
2021: Top five movers and shakers
FinTech Futures takes a look back at some of the year’s seminal hires and appointments.
New neobank for couples Fibbl launches in India
The Bangalore-based Fibbl bills itself as a neobank for couples to manage money as a team.
ICYMI funding round-up: Novus, Bumper, topi, Toucan, & Raison
With the fast-paced nature of the fintech world, it’s easy to let announcements slip by from time to time.
Carbon as a currency
Linking currency to carbon could open the door to a better and more sustainable economy.
Report: Safety in numbers – levelling the playing field for green finance
Turning up the volume on green finance – read & download the full report for free.
The rise of carbon-centric super apps
Looking to the future, increasing climate change could see the emergence of carbon-centric super apps.
New e-money fintech Twig launches in UK
Twig customers can turn their unwanted possessions into cash.
Inequality, climate change and economic recovery: how can Africa overcome this triple threat?
Banks should look to make commitments around sustainable finance to drive much-needed change.
Congratulations to this year’s Banking Tech Awards winners!
The ceremony took place on 24 November at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.
The heat is on for banks to cool the planet
Banking has a bigger role to play in climate change than many of us realise.
Thinking net-zero
Every bank, fintech, and financial institution should now be looking to prioritise ESG and net-zero initiatives.
Standard Chartered to launch climate-focused savings app powered by Starling
Named Shoal, the platform leverages Starling’s Banking-as-a-Service offering.
Aligning the finance industry with the Greta good
Let’s dive deeper into what the finance industry can do to help tackle climate change.
Climate tech SaaS start-up Persefoni raises $101m in Series B round
Carbon footprint calculator Persefoni wants to be the first “ERP for carbon data”.
PayTech Awards 2022 now open for nominations
Nominations close 11 March 2022, with winners revealed at a ceremony on 1 July 2022.
Sibos 2021: Mark Carney urges collective action on climate change
Former governor of the Bank of England gave an optimistic closing keynote at Sibos 2021.
Sibos 2021: Net-zero commitments from banks and governments “need to have teeth”, says panel
How finance can tackle climate change has been a key topic at Sibos this year.
Sibos 2021: Financial services and the fight against climate change
How could climate change impact the finance industry and what more can companies do to tackle the issue?
Daily News at Sibos 2021
Download your free copy of the Sibos supplement today!
The Banking Tech Awards are coming to the USA!
The nomination deadline is 18 February 2022 with the winners announced in June.
Shortlist announced for Banking Tech Awards 2021
Congratulations to all of this year’s finalists.
