03/17/2022
Ex-HSBC exec takes on global data governance headache
The software is installed onto an organisation’s network allowing the data to remain where it was, and begins work in minutes.
Innovation & Startups
03/17/2022
Irish fintechs go on display in Dubai
Enterprise Ireland is proactive in supporting its Fintech sector to thrive and be competitive globally.
03/17/2022
Citi, Discount Bank, announce Israel’s Most Promising Fintech Startups for 2022
Voted on by Israel’s leading VC’s and financial institutions, the eight winners were awarded an NFT
03/17/2022
‘Data driven Guernsey week’ returns to the Digital Greenhouse
This year the events will be held in blended formats, with options to attend in person or virtually, making the best use of tech to keep our community connected.
03/16/2022
Northern Ireland bids to cement status as fintech hub
The event will also hear from Innovate Finance, the independent industry body for fintech in the UK.
03/16/2022
Global FinTech funding rose 68% in 2021 on record deals, KPMG says
A total of 5,684 transactions worth $210bn were signed last year amid growing interest in subsectors such as payments and blockchain
03/16/2022
IBM bolsters investments in the MEA with the launch of Client Engineering
New Client Engineering teams will deliver an enhanced client experience focused on co-creation, technical eminence and speed
03/15/2022
Glue42 works with Iress to streamline dealer workdflows
With actionable information now readily available at their fingertips, users can gain a competitive edge and create a hyper-personalized experience for their own clients.
03/14/2022
Danish neobank Lunar scores €70m funding
Ken Villlum Klausen, Lunar CEO, and founder, tells AltFi about the bank's acquisition plans; hanging out with Hollywood luminary Will Ferrell, and ambitions of Scandinavian domination.
03/14/2022
Russia's Alternative Payment Path Makes Progress
Chinese companies are using open accounts that allow deferred payment for purchased goods within three days after the cargo is loaded.
03/14/2022
Charting the growth of the regional fintech ecosystem
Saxo Bank MENA’s CEO Damian Hitchen talks about the region’s fintech space and the challenges faced by the financial sector
03/14/2022
Azentio Software successfully delivered its Shariah-compliant profit calculation and distribution system for Bank of Abyssinia's Islamic window operations in record time
Choosing the right technology partner was critical to stay nimble and move fast.
03/13/2022
Goldman Sachs Announces 2022 Launch With GS UK Black Tech Cohort
The customised immersive programme, will provide high-touch access and resources to a select group of UK-based Black founders, to fast-track their companies’ growth and build relationships with investors and industry experts.
03/11/2022
Financial Services and Banking News
It sets out the government’s priorities for the digital regulatory landscape, building on the vision as outlined in the Plan for Digital Regulation.
03/11/2022
Dutch BNPL in3 raises $11.1m Series A funding, partners with Worldline
The BNPL boom continues with in3 has raised $11.1m in funding from Finch Capital and partnered with Worldline to provide customers with free BNPL services.
03/10/2022
Italian banking platform for micro entrepreneurs launches
"As a tech company we focus on excellent service and a smooth user experience."
03/09/2022
STP receives growth investment from Lovell Minnick Partners
This investment will enable STP to accelerate ongoing investments in innovation, technology, workflow, and talent.
03/09/2022
BankiFi announced that it has joined Visa Fintech Partner Connect in Europe
“Amidst growing competition and disruption from digital challengers, many banks are suffering from an erosion of their business banking market share."
03/08/2022
Youth-focused fintech FinZi set to launch in Colombia
FinZi is now open for preregistration for Colombian citizens. The company has plans to expand into other Latin American countries.
03/08/2022
Three Egyptian banks to launch fintech fund
Egypt has grown rapidly in the field of fintech over the past few years, as investments in the field soared over 300%, Negm added.