US fintech Arcus Partners appoints new CTO, Saurabh Bhole
Bhole will be tasked with leading the further development of the company’s Finity360 product suite.
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A warm welcome to 2023!
The start of 2023 has been interesting for the climate change agenda.
SEC charges Genesis, Gemini over alleged sale of unregistered securities
The SEC alleges that the Gemini Earn program “constitutes an offer and sale of securities under applicable law”.
Abacus Group snaps up cybersecurity firms Gotham Security and GoVanguard
The new business will be a subsidiary of Abacus Group but will continue to operate independently.
LendingClub to cut 225 jobs as interest rate rises impact loan demand
Company execs say the layoffs are a result of “reduced marketplace revenue” due to interest rate increases.
The Nottingham names Gareth Hagger-Johnson as its first director of data strategy
Hagger-Johnson will be tasked with developing a new data and insights framework for the firm.
New paytech Enza launches in Africa
Enza aims to provide payment solutions to firms that want to enable customers to accept or make digital payments.
Red, red lines
Prepare for your meetings, and make sure you and your team are fully aware of the red lines you won’t cross.
Get recognition at this year’s Banking Tech Awards USA
Nominations for the 2023 awards are now open – apply today!
Alipay partners Splitit for ‘pay after delivery’ offering
The service will initially launch in Germany, France and Spain, with plans to expand into other global markets.
Clearco lays off 30% of workforce, CEO Michele Romanow resigns
Romanow will reportedly transition to the role of executive co-chair and remain on the company’s board.
Goldman Sachs loses $3bn over three years on platform solutions business
Reuters reports the firm outlined a pre-tax loss of $1.2bn for the first nine months of 2022.
BNPL fintech Tabby lands $58m in Series C funding
The Dubai-based firm plans to use the funding to support its growth and expand its product line.
Why leadership talent should be a priority for VC-backed fintech businesses
As a fintech founder, developing your own leadership talent can maximise your chances of success.
UK fintech Paddle cuts 8% of workforce
Founder and CEO Christian Owens says the firm is looking to “adapt to what will be leaner times going forward”.
ClearBank names new CFO, Mark Fairless
Fairless joins ClearBank from savings and investment firm M&G.
Callsign’s chief commercial and strategy officer Amir Nooriala leaves
Nooriala says he is “taking a step back from day-to-day operational roles in tech start-up land”.
Crypto firm Nexo denies allegations made by Bulgarian prosecutors
Nexo intends to file claims “for all financial and non-pecuniary damages suffered as a result of illegal actions”.
Cognizant names former Infosys president Ravi Kumar as new CEO
Kumar succeeds Brian Humphries, who will remain at the firm until 15 March to facilitate a “smooth transition”.
Banking on youth: How can banks and fintechs maximise the opportunity around junior accounts?
Looking for competitive analysis and comprehensive on the junior accounts and child-oriented money apps? We have it!
Enfuce and Orka Ventures launch consumer lending product in Europe
Orka Card will enable customers to integrate all their existing bank accounts into one card and app.
New consumer lending fintech Salmon launches in the Philippines
Salmon claims to have over 2,000 customers and over 30 merchant partners for its lending product.
How Drip Capital is simplifying trade financing for SMBs in emerging markets
FinTech Futures chats with Pushkar Mukewar, founder and CEO of Indian fintech Drip Capital.
Pagaya buys Darwin Homes to capitalise on rental market
Post-acquisition, Pagaya and Darwin’s SFR business now operates in more than 30 markets across the US.
Israeli trade financing start-up 40Seas raises $111m
40Seas offers financing for SMEs involved in global commerce.
2023: the final countdown for incumbents versus challengers
If incumbents fail to adapt in 2023, challengers could gain the lion’s share of the market once and for all.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 13 January 2023
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
Crypto.com to cut 20% of workforce citing “unforeseeable industry events”
CEO Kris Marszalek says several factors have led to the decision to let go of around 800 employees.
American Express buys Israeli B2B payments automation start-up Nipendo
Amex plans to “integrate Nipendo’s team, technology and capabilities” to boost its B2B payments offerings.
Video: Highlights from the latest Banking Tech Awards
An incredible evening with nearly 500 guests celebrating the best and brightest in banking technology and fintech.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Butter, Mondu, kompasbank and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
FinTech Futures Jobs: Did you know a real person might not be reading your CV?
Explore thousands of open roles on the Fintech Futures Job Board today.
Apex Group snaps up Pacific Fund Systems
PFS is a fund administration software company headquartered in the Isle of Man.
Winners and losers for 2023
Let’s kick the year off with a look at where the winners and losers will come from over 2023.
JP Morgan sues Frank founder for allegedly inflating user figures
JP Morgan acquired the student loan application fintech for $175 million in 2021.
Tide names Meta’s Vinay Ramani as new chief product officer
Ramani says he is joining Tide at a “critical juncture in its plans to globalise”.
Tap Global becomes UK’s first listed crypto exchange services provider
Tap Global raised £3.1 million from listing on the UK-based Aquis Stock Exchange.
PayQuicker appoints Nazuk Jain to lead product development
Jain will build out the firm’s product team and manage its expanding product roadmap.
Remember the place of pain… to avoid it
Hold onto the pain to remember to avoid it. That’s what learning looks like.
Germany’s Gen Z neobank Ruuky files for insolvency
The neobank has assured customers that all their funds are secured and its app is still “fully accessible”.
