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Scotland’s fintech sector has grown its headcount by 24% in two years

An extra 2,000 roles have been added to the country’s fintech sector since 2021

UAE fintech funding surges 92% in 2023 defying global slowdown

Fintech firms pulled in $1.3bln across 54 deals, according to Innovate Finance

Phygital is customer (and product) friendly

Making use of technology, AI in the lead.

5 Predictions For Banking And Fintech In 2024

Fintechs have an increasing appetite for new products, better tech integration, and diligent compliance.

“Don’t miss out on the advantages of AI”

With the use of AI, work processes can be made more efficient.

UK Lenders ‘Must Improve Access’ to Affordable Credit Solutions As Brits Struggle, Urges Fuse

As a result, exactly half of Londoners admit they are more concerned about their financial position than at any point in the last three years – compared to a 40 per cent UK average.

Finextra's top research reports of 2023

This Finextra report takes a view on the rapidly unfolding story of ESG within banking and financial services at large.

Creditspring research reveals BNPL used to afford Christmas

Also concerning are the persistent misconceptions around BNPL as a form of borrowing.

The bank of the future

Nanda Kumar discusses how digital transformation, driven by AI, blockchain, and data analytics, is reshaping banking, making it more customer-centric and responsive

Digitally included women can bridge the exclusion gap – CEO Women’s World Banking

A recent survey conducted by Enhancing Financial Innovation and Access (EFInA) on Access to Financial Services in Nigeria (A2F) in 2023 revealed a notable increase in mobile phone usage.

Sygnum’s institutional crypto market survey: 60% bullish and expect high 2024 returns

Majority of institutional investors see crypto as an opportunity to participate in expected market upside as well as a “safe haven” strategy for hedging against traditional markets

Sustainability Consultancy Programme in the UAE and KSA Launched by e& During COP28

The programme was unveiled during the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change

Insurance providers, tackle cybersecurity breaches with confidence

IQ-EQ has seen first-hand how clients can be impacted by such breaches, including a recent incident where an insurance distributor operating in the UK and EU sustained a data breach caused by ransomware.

Finastra survey shows global investment in AI, embedded finance, and BaaS

The survey also discovered that there is an increased interest in BaaS, with almost half of the respondents having used BaaS or improved their BaaS systems in the last 12 months, demonstrating a significant jump from last year.

The share of executives recognizing the business case for sustainability has tripled in the last year

The improved understanding of the ROI hasn’t translated into increased investment yet, however the last 12 months saw significant progress in sustainability roadmaps and shifts in business models

Commerzbank will realize AI Banking Avatar

The banking avatar is a virtual assistant in form of a digitalized person that interacts with customers in natural language.

Core Banking Solutions Market is driven by the Technological advancements - Technavio

The market is projected for substantial growth, with an estimated increase of USD 18.47 billion between 2023 and 2028.

Wise reports a near-quadrupling of profits in the first half of 2023

Growing customer balances helped drive an 848 per cent increase in interest income for Wise

Banks see tech giants as the next big threat

The payments market is the new battleground between banks and non-financial companies

Higgs & Johnson Hosts Annual Client Seminar

The seminar delivered stimulating sessions on contemporary issues

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