The history of banking technology vs the history of banking experience
Over time, the transactional aspects of banking have been solved, but not the emotional ones.
FinTech
Green Dot receives proposed consent order from US Federal Reserve
Green Dot says the consent order relates “principally to various aspects of compliance risk management”.
Webull set for Nasdaq public listing via $7.3bn SPAC merger
The merger between Webull and SK Growth Opportunities is due to close in H2 2024.
Northern Trust taps Finbourne Technology for data management solutions
Northern Trust will leverage Finbourne’s LUSID and Luminesce offerings.
FinovateEurope 2024: Digital transformation, shifting customer expectations and Africa’s fintech growth
Influential figures from across the financial industry assembled in London for the final day of FinovateEurope.
State of play: banking
Banks are facing a myriad of challenges, from transformative technological shifts to increasing competition.
Wishful thinking
The job is still about new technology, but it’s not about the ‘if’. It’s about the ‘how’.
(Fin)tech for good?
The ‘tech for good’ movement has the potential to effect real and positive global technological change.
Quaint Oak Bank taps Finzly to modernise payments infrastructure
Quaint Oak aims to realise its modernisation ambitions by leveraging Finzly’s Payment Galaxy platform.
Vencora acquires Crealogix to bolster banking tech portfolio
Vencora now owns 99.07% of Crealogix’s issued share capital and voting rights.
Returning to the fundamentals: BaaS as mission-critical financial infrastructure
BaaS has become a critical element in the digital transformation of global financial services.
Understanding inclusion in marketing
When inclusion and sustainability waltz together in your marketing strategy, magic happens.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Zūm Rails, Pulsate, Monite, Spektr and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
FinTech Futures: Top five news stories of the week – 23 February 2024
Our pick of the top fintech news stories this week includes Capital One, Toast, Xalts and more.
Dayforce selects Green Dot as BaaS partner for on-demand pay solution
Green Dot will facilitate all banking services for Dayforce Wallet customers in the US.
Lithuania: A David slaying Goliath in the fintech arena
Lithuania is making its presence known in Europe’s burgeoning fintech scene.
UK regtech Napier AI secures £45m funding from Crestline Investors
Napier AI claims that since 2021, its top-line revenue has grown at more than 30% year on year.
Teachers Federal Credit Union partners Corridor Platforms for credit decisioning tech
The New York-based credit union has signed for Corridor Platforms’ digital decisioning platform.
Help that helps
Asking for help is a superpower. It’s brave to ask for help. And it’s a braver thing still to accept it.
Erica Gee appointed new COO of US payment solutions vendor NXTMoves
Gee has previously held senior manager positions at Moov Financial, Dime Bank and Geezo.
Demystify Podcast: Modelling climate change risk with Lukky Ahmed of Climate X
In this latest podcast episode, Dharmesh and Dave talk with Lukky Ahmed, co-founder and CEO of Climate X.
Fintech start-up Xalts grants Contour Network new lease of life with announced acquisition
Contour previously announced in October 2023 that it was to wind down operations as a result of insufficient funding.
Australia’s Summerland Bank taps nCino for loan origination solution
The bank will leverage nCino’s Cloud Banking Platform across its consumer and business lending operations.
The convergence of finance and technology in online trading
The seamless fusion of finance and tech to unlock new dimensions of online trading efficiency and intelligence.
JP Morgan and fellow Viva Wallet shareholder WeRealize exchange lawsuits
The lawsuits follow reports of disputes over Viva Wallet board nominations last month.
Capital One acquires Discover Financial Services in $35bn deal
The transaction brings together two of the largest card issuers in the US.
Personetics appoints Udi Ziv as new CEO as co-founder David Sosna steps down
Ziv has previously been CEO at Kissterra, Earnix and Pontis in recent years.
AI wars: a new hope or the phantom menace?
A deep dive into the practical uses of AI through the lens of the FCA’s Consumer Duty.
Canada’s EQ Bank taps Trulioo for ID verification solution
EQ Bank to leverage Trulioo’s “customised onboarding experiences” to stay ahead of industry practices.
Awards win for SmartStream: leading innovation in reconciliation (and more)
Combining the heritage of delivering trusted reconciliation solutions with being genuinely agile.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Fordefi, Mia Share, Kema, Coba and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
RockWallet bags former Wyre users after acquiring the firm’s full customer base
The companies have not disclosed the amount paid for Wyre’s customer base.
Mission Lane appoints former board member Brandon Black as new CEO
Previous CEO Shane Holdaway will guide the firm’s transition as special advisor to Black.
FinTech Futures: Top five news stories of the week – 16 February 2024
Our pick of the top fintech news stories this week includes Monese, Virgin Money, Bank of America and more.
How to choose the right 3D Secure software – an issuer’s guide
A comprehensive guide to ensure you make the best decision when it comes to implementing 3D Secure technology.
It’s boring to say, but boredom is important
Studies suggest that boredom can serve as a catalyst for creativity under the right conditions.
What the FinTech? | S.5 Episode 2 | Tokenisation and blockchain interoperability
In the latest episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Jack Pouderoyen, Innovation Manager at Swift.
The future is not digital… the present is
We have work to do, and however we choose to do it, let’s at least stop acting surprised at it all.
Ripple acquires Standard Custody & Trust Company to strengthen regulatory licences
Ripple has recently announced custody partnerships with HSBC, BBVA and Zodia Custody.
Canada’s Float bags $37m credit facility from Silicon Valley Bank
The Toronto-based fintech says the new facility will be used to expand its Charge Card programme.
