07/10/2020
Coronavirus lockdown spurs widespread adoption of digital ID tech in Canada
In the first weeks of the pandemic, we saw millions of new Concierge users,” said Greg Wolfond, SecureKey’s CEO.
Comment & Analysis
07/10/2020
FinTech can help the Islamic finance sector to innovate and grow
The wider adoption of technology could simplify the Islamic finance sector and help it attract more digital-savvy millennials
07/10/2020
Where are we with Open Banking?
https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/18986/where-are-we-with-open-banking
07/10/2020
What Banking For The Unbanked Means For You
By definition, the unbanked are individuals that have no checking or savings accounts.
07/09/2020
Remote work is not enough to increase workplace productivity in Africa’s major tech cities
Briter Bridges released a report (PDF) for the last quarter of 2019 revealing that the frequency of tech hubs in Africa has increased to 643 with South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Egypt making up 42.6%.
07/08/2020
THE Broadridge Next-Gen Technology Pulse Survey
How financial services firms globally are adapting to the new digital-first environment.
07/08/2020
Refinitiv debuts ESG scores
The Fund ESG scores are available on Refinitiv Workspace, Eikon or API Feed.
07/08/2020
Institutions Will Drive Mass Adoption of Blockchain in Finance, Says Expert
Blockchain experts discuss how institutions will play a major role in the mass adoption of blockchain-based financial infrastructure.
07/07/2020
Digital Financial Inclusion in the Times of COVID-19
Pandemic covid-19 really affects society.
07/07/2020
Tech start-ups lay off thousands of employees amid COVID-19 pandemic
Lot of employees loss there jobs due to pandemic covid -19
07/07/2020
Core Banking Selection Challenges & Approaches: A Tier 2-3 Bank Perspective
One of the most critical factors in the successful modernisation of the technology backbone is choosing the right solution and supplier, to complement the bank's strategy, business needs and values.
07/03/2020
Some experts are uncertain of what to expect from money markets in H2 2020
In the meantime, liquidity in the Nigerian banking system is said to be below N100 billion
07/02/2020
How Firms are Adjusting to their New Working Environment and their Outlook Post Corona-Crunch
They provide a range of services to private investors, trustees, charities, pension funds and institutional clients.
07/01/2020
Number of crypto investors almost doubles, FCA finds
Most cryptocurrency owners held less than £260 worth of crypto-assets, while 75 per cent held less than £1,000 and 90 per cent reported £4,300 or less.
06/30/2020
Here is why the UAE will become the number one global fintech hub
2019 saw fintech deals and funding spread to emerging and frontier markets. South America, Africa, Australia, and Southeast Asia (SEA) all saw funding top annual highs.
06/29/2020
Jack Ma’s New Chieftain Lays Out His Plan to Fend Off Tencent
It also diversifies Ant’s business into less-sensitive areas after the firm drew regulatory scrutiny for its blistering expansion in financial services with in-house products.
06/29/2020
Technology experts discuss the role of innovation in tackling financial crime
Teodora also believes that the combination of emerging technology, innovation and new collaborations will help turn the tide against financial crime
06/26/2020
Imapact of Covid-19 on Wealth Management, greater digitalisation and flexible working
Recent Oliver Wyman research showed digital engagement had increased 7-10x during the crisis.
06/26/2020
ILS Needs a Buoyant Secondary Market to Thrive - But Electronic Platforms must come first.
The answer to that is to use electronic platforms, but people are reluctant to be the first mover, they are waiting for others to move first.”
06/25/2020
Helping financial institutions embrace a digital future
Satish Menon and Muhammad Azam on how DIGI can help businesses reach their online goals