FinTech Futures: Top five news stories of the week – 9 February 2024
Our pick of the top fintech news stories this week includes Worldline, Deutsche Bank, Barclays and more.
10x Banking
Exclusive: Old Mutual signs for 10x Banking core, igniting vendor’s African expansion
Old Mutual will leverage 10x’s core banking tech to “serve those who have bank accounts but are severely underserved”.
10x Banking raises $45m to fuel expansion efforts
The raise marks 10x’s first funding round since its Series C in June 2021, when it bagged $187 million.
Okan Ozaltin appointed as chief product officer of 10x Banking
Ozaltin brings more than 20 years of fintech experience to 10x, having worked at Signifyd, Fiserv and JP Morgan Chase.
Banking transformation begins and ends with the customer
Incumbent banks need to adapt and evolve to ensure they’re meeting shifting customer needs.
Report: Global banks and the transformation illusion slowing progress
There’s a direct correlation between the rate of a bank’s digital transformation and its ability to win and retain customers.
Demystify Podcast with Antony Jenkins, 10x Banking
Antony Jenkins talks about his company 10x, its history from inception to the present day and his future vision for it.
Westpac partners 10x Banking on new platform for institutional clients
10x Banking will provide the core technology for the new venture.
Westpac appoints Damien MacRae to lead new BaaS business
Westpac’s BaaS offering was built in partnership with 10X and integrates 30+ various tech services.
Westpac chief platform exec Meindl leaves as 10x BaaS project nears completion
Meindl says he plans to relocate to Asia, and calls the 10x project the “pinnacle” of his career.
