The old-school approach to risk management you need to dump right now
Data that is submitted manually for compliance in many cases can be erroneous.
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Temenos rolls out its Financial Crime Mitigation tool on Microsoft Azure
“The cloud is a big investment for us, as we believe it’s the future.”
FIS sets up $150m fintech start-up fund
It’s January investment in Lagos-based Flutterwave marks the first investment.
Overcoming data sourcing issues when testing finance virtual assistants
These testing challenges inherent to AI systems are compounded by data access issues.
Everything I ever needed to know, I learned from the West Wing
We don’t do nearly enough. We can do better and we must do better and we WILL do better.
Owning customer relationships is a key priority for banks in the era of open banking
The number one concern, unsurprisingly, is ensuring online security.
Ask the expert: how can I get to grips with the complexities of the financial services industry?
Key players, party models, easy ways to begin building relationships, and tips for establishing partnerships.
People power: tracking demand for biometrics in payments
56% of consumers would prefer to use a biometric sensor on their payment card instead of a PIN.
LenderClose secures funding from Financial Plus Credit Union
The 8-figure Series B funding round began as an exclusive opportunity for the company’s initial investors.
RBS unveils ‘companion card’ to help vulnerable customers during lockdown
The card has a £100 limit which can be refreshed every five days.
Defending against COVID-19: the unforeseen risks
Leaders and managers may find themselves in a response management mode that is unfamiliar.
Video: Top fintech stories this week – 24 April 2020
FinTech Futures’ weekly news round-up.
Lifetise launches app to assist self-employed with finance support amid COVID-19
It quickly determines the government support options available to them.
How to shift gender balance in fintech
More than a third of fintechs in our sample did not have a single woman on their board.
The in-between places
#LedaWrites has given me an expansive place where I could reflect, peel back and grow.
Why the virus that stopped the world, opens a door for tech start-ups
During these difficult times the survival of many companies will depend on their ability to adjust to a new reality.
ForgeRock raises $93.5m in Series E funding round
Digital identity firm plans to invest in research and development.
Harnessing new technologies to stop today’s modern account takeover threats
Pairing face-based biometrics with certified liveness detection to crack down on ATO fraud.
COVID-19: Highlight of the week
This week, we focus one particular coronavirus news item affecting the fintech industry.
Video: Top fintech stories this week – 17 April 2020
FinTech Futures’ weekly news round-up.
What the Fintech? Episode 3 | Digital disruption: Bitcoin and stable coins
Tune in to hear what Gemini’s MD for Europe, Julian Sawyer, thinks about digital currencies.
FSB publishes consultation on stablecoin regulatory challenges
Regulatory body publishes recommendations in response to G20.
Fintech investment tips: ETFs, CFD and beyond
Opportunities for traders are no less diverse in the modern market.
PayTech Awards winners: where are they now? Melissa McKendry, ACI – Woman in PayTech
ACI’s Melissa McKendry promotes fintech and payments as a career path for girls with the Coding for Girls initiative.
On making your bed and having a future
Giving the people who are building your future a reason to believe in you and your right for a future is survival.
PayTech Awards deadline extended! Submit your entry by 30 April
We have received more requests for extensions than ever before, so we are extending the entry deadline again until the end of April.
Currencycloud strikes FX partnership with Derivative Path
Partnership will see both firms combine their systems.
Ask the expert: how can I create a positive culture for my fintech?
Exploring ways to identify, secure, retain and develop the right talent for your business.
Revolut and open banking – what’s the big deal?
The announcement from Revolut should be seen as a must win gamble.
COVID-19: Weekly wrap
FinTech Futures’ weekly coronavirus news wrap.
2020 Review: Top five outages, data breaches & cyber-attacks this quarter
Reflecting on some of the most topical outages & cyber-security attacks this past quarter.
2020 Review: Top 10 M&A deals this quarter
A look back at some of the biggest deals this past quarter.
Video: Top fintech stories this week – 10 April 2020
FinTech Futures’ weekly news round-up.
How selfies can make us all safer
A simple and quick way for consumers to be able to verify the authenticity of ID documents.
App-based payment solutions to delight merchants and their customers
The world of commerce is abuzz with the need to delight customers by providing a digitally enhanced shopping experience.
Making remote working work
This is critical to the continued success of your business in these unprecedented times.
Transformation in a post apocalyptic world
How do we ensure we are in a better place to serve, deliver, survive in the next Black Swan event?
Banking Technology April 2020 issue out now
All things equal: Closing the gender gap in fintech.
Why this fintech start-up turned to an open source database strategy
The strong open source community around the database gives us confidence for the long haul.
HSBC launches mobile onboarding in mainland China
UK-headquartered bank is the first foreign lender to launch mobile onboarding in China.
