Why everyone will know the term embedded lending in 2022
SME demand for finance is set to continue to grow globally in 2022.
Analysis
Garden of Eden: how Africa’s digital transformation promises to boost the continent
Demographics, technology and opportunity have set the stage for Africa to become a global fintech powerhouse.
The proliferation of digital transformation: from ‘nice to have’ to a necessity for success
Digital transformation has become the benchmark for survival in the financial market.
Banking Tech Awards 2021 Highly Commended: QuickFi – Best Use of IT for Lending
QuickFi eliminates loan officers and other salespeople in favour of an entirely new borrower self-service experience.
FinTech Futures Jobs: Three interesting new roles to consider this week
Exciting open vacancies at Starling Bank, Klarna and Crowdcube. Apply today!
Banking on the metaverse
Having a presence in the metaverse seems inevitable, and the best time to understand the possibilities is now.
The ‘way forward’ is not a spectator sport
A new normal is inevitable, and we need to start thinking about what to do next.
Research: Central bank carbon footprint survey findings
An independent research to assess central banks’ 3-year carbon emission evolution and strategies.
How important is language when it comes to communicating climate change?
Climate change has a global audience, and your communications need to reflect this.
Technology and collaboration – the formula for reconceiving trade finance
Digitisation and collaboration across global trade are vital to upgrading this centuries-old industry.
The state of start-up funding in Europe
European start-ups are starting to have access to a far broader and more founder-focused investment ecosystem.
Digital twins in the metaverse
As we rush headlong into virtual worlds in the metaverse, the concept of digital twins will become more conspicuous.
So what?
Financial services exists to serve. And that means that when we are not of service, we are just in the way.
Banking Tech Awards 2021 Winner: Temenos – Best Core Banking Solution Provider
A game-changer for banks that can no longer wait to modernise their technology infrastructure.
Open banking – a new stage in financial inclusion
Open banking is getting more mature day by day, and it keeps financial inclusion among its top priorities.
How traditional banks are embracing the shift from legacy tech to cloud-native
Digital transformation is dominating all sectors, and increasing numbers of businesses are making the move to the cloud.
If we truly value diversity, fintech needs to do much more
For all its forward-thinking and future-proofing, fintech is struggling when it comes to diversity and inclusion.
FinTech Futures Jobs: Three exciting companies that are hiring in 2022
Exciting open vacancies at Klarna, Seedrs and Starling Bank. Apply today!
Six reasons why landlords should re-evaluate their choice of bank
Banks should be in a strong position to support landlords, but unfortunately, this is rarely the case.
The dying art of arguing
No matter how smart you are, you may be wrong. And having the conversation will always teach you something.
Consolidation of the BNPL industry: what does it mean?
With regulation on the horizon, the BNPL sector is seeing a number of cross-industry consolidations and partnerships.
FinTech Futures Jobs: New year, new job? Here are three great opportunities to apply for this week
Exciting open vacancies at Monzo, Seedrs and Klarna. Apply today!
Why the key to effective engagement banking lies in behavioural science
Banks should look to utilise behavioural science to design digital experiences that promote better decision-making.
The heart of the matter: three predictions for 2022
It’s that time of year when crystal ball gazing is de rigueur.
The focus on ESG: Spotlight on data
As regulatory pressure grows, effective ESG reporting is now essential for businesses across the world.
From viral fun to financial fraud: How deepfake technology is threatening financial services
As deepfake technology becomes more prolific, the threat posed to financial services is becoming very real.
The great perhaps
This year, we should have the courage to move away from what we’ve always known to really push what is possible.
The carrot and the stick: How regulators are driving a data quality revolution
Beyond the threat of fines, regulators can help financial firms by highlighting the benefits of high data quality.
Fintech predictions for the year ahead
IBM’s Paolo Sironi and Anthony Lipp make three predictions for the financial services industry in 2022.
How US banks can benefit by embracing open banking
President Biden recently announced plans to promote new rules to foster open banking in the US.
The year ahead: Enhanced digitisation and the evolution of payments
Here are five predictions for how payments will continue to evolve in 2022.
How can female leaders in fintech pave the way for the next generation of women?
Fintechs must create road maps for the next generation of women in this industry to follow.
Four fintech trends to watch in 2022 and beyond
The rise of Web3, instant checkout, and embedded finance are just a few reasons 2022 will be a pivotal year for fintech.
The state of the API economy
The has been a significant shift away from viewing APIs merely as developer-led internal bits of technology.
Five technology trends reshaping the banking landscape in 2022
As we head into 2022, let’s take a look at the technology trends set to reshape the landscape for banks.
The outlook for payments in 2022 and beyond
In 2022 we can expect more industry consolidation and further demand for alternative digital payment methods.
What can hospitality firms do to mitigate the effects of PSD2?
The positive expectation around PSD2 has unfortunately, in certain quarters, led to some disappointment and confusion.
2022: A tipping point for fintech
2022 is set to be a blockbuster year for fintech, with a number of key themes driving the industry’s growth.
FinTech Futures Jobs: Six reasons to change your career in 2022
Here are six reasons why you may wish to transform your career in 2022.
The (deliciously delayed) pernicious effects of “managing up”
Don’t manage up. Don’t treat your trench buddies like they’re expendable. Be a good colleague at all times.
