How GoCodeGreen is aiming to make fintech software net-zero
Eric Zie, CEO and founder of GoCodeGreen, talks to FinTech Futures about the push for sustainable software engineering.
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Video: Theo Lau at Finovate Europe 2022 – the future of AI in finance
FinTech Futures chats with Theo Lau about the use of AI in finance and future tech trends.
Eight fintech firms with impressive people and planet initiatives
Fintechs are in a unique position to build ESG criteria into the foundations of their businesses.
Banking for net-zero homes
Banks can make a significant difference to the planet, to their customers, and ultimately to their bottom line.
How to tell if an organisation is greenwashing – and how to avoid doing it yourself
Learning to market ethically is a journey you need to own.
Green paytech ReforestPay to launch in UK and EU
The firm says it will plant a tree for every transaction it processes.
Sustainability paytech Helpful’s digital wallet cuts transaction CO2 by 80%
Helpful says the average amount of CO2 every checkout payment produces is 3.78g.
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.
Lowering the ladder: how NY fintech Xrent plans to help millennials become homeowners
“We have seen a widening wealth gap trend without much sign of slowing down,” says Xrent.
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.
Fifth Third snaps up green energy lendtech Dividend Finance
Dividend Finance offers financing solutions for renewable energy focused home improvement projects.
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.
Thinking net-zero
Every bank, fintech, and financial institution should now be looking to prioritise ESG and net-zero initiatives.
The power of CX: Helping banks redefine their role in society
Evlovers place consumers at the heart of their approach, above profits.
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”.
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.
Former HSBC boss to head up UK green infrastructure bank
The state-owned policy bank aims to level up UK infrastructure through targeted green investments.
Aspiration Partners to go public in $2.3bn SPAC deal
It claims it will be the first ESG-focused financial services institution to go this route.
Dear Luc: Should we ditch the plastic bank card?
This week our writer wonders if we should start ditching plastic cards to be more environmentally friendly.
Tred partners with Nium to launch green debit card
UK’s first green debit card to let users track, reduce and offset their carbon footprint as they spend.
UK eco-banking challenger Tred lands £1m in Crowdcube raise
Tred partners with Forest Carbon to deliver on its tree planting promise.
New Zealand introduces world-first climate risk reporting bill for banks
The bill will cover all banks with total assets topping NZD 1 billion.
Valutico becomes first fintech start-up to explore ESG valuations
Sustainability considerations are becoming an increasingly integral part of the finserv industry.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 3 | ESG
This week’s #itsamatterofcomms vlog features Dave Wallace, founder of NMD+.
Social impact app Tickr raises £2.5m
Tickr focuses on climate change, social impact and disruptive tech.
Barclays reveals fintech start-ups in its 2021 New York Techstars accelerator
Barclays’ 2021 cohort includes four data-focused fintechs.
What’s in store for financial services in 2021?
A look at what the rest of this year might have in store for the world of financial services and fintech.
ECB launches climate change unit
The central bank has previously been criticised over its bond purchasing.
Banking Tech Awards 2020 hosted online by Tom Ward
Join comedian Tom Ward for the 2020 Banking Tech Awards. Broadcast online on 10 Dec, 3:30pm GMT and is free to attend.
Swiss government launches green fintech network
Sustainable investments in Switzerland have risen to CHF 1.16 trillion ($1.2 trillion).
Sustainable banking app Novus launches website and waiting list
The new app promises to help users lead a better lifestyle.
TreeCard raises $1m from Ecosia ahead of 2021 launch
TreeCard, set to launch next year, is made of sustainable cherry tree wood.
Impact investing: the powerful new trend
Barry Palte, chairman of EQ Capital Partners makes a case for ESG investments.
Russian neobank Tinkoff launches charity cashback tool
Users could already make donations manually via the app.
Morgan Stanley publishes greenhouse gas emissions on loans & investments
The bank is joining the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials.
State-backed green bank to land in UK to hit country’s climate goals
The government sold its original green bank in 2017.
LA neobank Aspiration plants 1m trees in three months
The scheme launched in mid-April.
BNY Mellon extends Azure partnership to boost ESG investment
The US bank has launched three new data and analytics tools.
OCBC sets new SGD 25bn sustainable finance target
OCBC will focus on industrial and geographical diversification to reach its “25-by-25” target.
