Blockchain: from crypto casino to cross-company data management
What different types of blockchain uses are there, where does cryptocurrency fit in, and why should insurers even care?
Industry Comment
Blockchain and the notaries: the services won’t be replaced but transformed
It’s a widespread mistake to think that blockchain is the panacea for all kinds of problems.
How people-first branding is giving fintech start-ups the edge
People-first branding in fintech is a clear differentiator in a fiercely competitive market.
Microservice architecture – throughout the business
A quiet revolution is unfolding – a noticeable trend towards microservice-based software.
Are banks and bank branch offices headed to the toilet?
Are we seeing banks running out of fresh ideas for how they interact with their customers?
Titles, corner offices and authority in a disrupted economy
Stay teachable. And in doing so stay humble.
Top five banking activities best handled by digital self-service
In the era of digital transformation, banks must evolve, or customers will simply walk out of the branch for good.
On expectations, gardening and promises kept: banking edition
Cross fences, walk on the grass till you find your tribe.
How we banked a billion people and what to do next
Financial inclusion has advanced where governments have prioritised it.
What the future of payments and cryptocurrencies will look like
Three key factors currently preclude cryptocurrency from gaining widespread payments acceptance.
How loan providers will be using blockchain
The concept of blockchain is still very alien to many.
Fellow bankers: “ecosystem” is not a “safe word”
Ecosystems are buzzing living things for those who are part of them.
The rise of wealthtech
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are revolutionising wealthtech.
Why e-wallets are gaining popularity amongst online casino users
Online casino customers are turning away from the traditional bank transfer in their droves.
Banking technology and the future workforce
Two giant conflicting narratives are at work in the banking industry.
The age of the generalist is now
Why confining enterprise architecture to the realms of IT is limiting.
The infallible innovator: banking paradoxes for the age of disruption
The reality of corporate innovation is that experimentation is encouraged on condition of infallibility.
Selecting the right lending partner in the dynamic consumer lending landscape
A total solution lending partner can mitigate risk while supporting the evolving needs of a growing business.
Redefining the status quo: how blockchain is decentralising software
Richard Gendal Brown, CTO at R3, looks at an intriguing paradox at the heart of our economy.
How blockchain will transform retail lending
The potential gains and benefits to global economics and society are on the horizon.
Big boy problems: the challenger banks’ challenge
In the disruption era, disintermediation is the big boys’ loss for sure, but not necessarily the disruptors’ gain.
Eye in the sky: how drones can shape underwriting
Drones are hitting the mainstream – but how do they impact insurance?
Why we need a treasury function in cryptocurrencies
Treasury management is relevant to any entity that issues a controlled-supply token.
Powering self-employment with fintech
Fintech is well placed to deliver innovative solutions to challenges that the mainstream industry has ignored.
Crypto gold rush: regulations and the next trillion dollar tug of war
Bitcoin won’t look anything like it is today. It will have a different name, if it exists.
Between a rock and a hard place: navigating strategy conversations with cynics and pessimists
Spend time finding the right time to bring the cynics and the pessimists onto your journey.
Three ways health insurers can win over millennial small business owners
Sally Poblete, CEO of Wellthie, explores three key strategies.
Yet, blockchain hasn’t provided business with real benefits. Why?
In reality, most blockchain attempts end up with failure. What’s the problem?
Don’t be that guy: cautionary tales for banking and life
You’ve been warned.
Are banks buying into public clouds?
Are banks at a turning point, or are there more important things to worry about?
Financial sector organisations must forge ahead with video or risk getting left behind
Fantasy has quickly become reality.
Corporate innovation bods, acting normal “How was your day?”
I want to tell you all about my day.
How to solve a problem like cryptocurrencies
Regulation is a catalyst to convert bad money into good.
Core components of an AI programme
Don’t be afraid to start small.
How blockchain could change the global remittance industry
The scope of blockchain for remittance is increasing in emerging markets.
Squaring the circle: just because everyone is doing it doesn’t mean it will work
There is comfort in keeping with the pack, but it may be time to go your own way.
Are eIDAS certificates the answer to PSD2 open banking TPP verification?
All you need to know about eIDAS (and lots of other acronyms).
Which industries are making millionaires in the 21st century?
The speed at which individuals in tech have hit huge figures is astounding.
Knowing when to stop: bringing start-up disciplines to the land of plenty
Maybe it’s time for the ultimate pivot.
Why blockchain could revolutionise trade finance documentation
Standards, regulation and a network all need to be fully achieved before widespread adoption.
