Managers of Wealth - Fintech https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 30 May 2025 07:12:56 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/ https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Fintech KohanaPHP Italy's Azimut plots new digital wealth management bank with FSI News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82757/italyamp039s-azimut-plots-new-digital-wealth-management-bank-with-fsi The new digital bank, to be called TNB, will be formed by Azimut's acquisition and rebranding of an unnamed existing bank. Wealth & Asset Management The Middle East’s wealth management evolution: technological challenges and solutions News Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82758/the-middle-eastamprsquos-wealth-management-evolution-technological-challenges-and-solutions Wealth management practices in the GCC are becoming increasingly aligned with global standards, emphasizing client-centric and fiduciary business models. Wealth & Asset Management Osaic Unveils Vision for the Future of Wealth Management at NXT 2025 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82703/osaic-unveils-vision-for-the-future-of-wealth-management-at-nxt-2025 Firmwide innovations and AI-driven tools redefine flexibility, growth and the future of advice Wealth & Asset Management Apex Group acquires majority stake in Tokeny to catalyse widespread industry tokenisation adoption News Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82712/apex-group-acquires-majority-stake-in-tokeny-to-catalyse-widespread-industry-tokenisation-adoption The transaction, which will see Apex Group have 100% control over the next three years, follows the initial investment and strategic partnership with Tokeny announced in December 2023. Wealth & Asset Management Objectway : The road ahead for wealth management: technological innovation and AI adoption as strategic imperatives News Team Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82689/objectway-the-road-ahead-for-wealth-management-technological-innovation-and-ai-adoption-as-strategic-imperatives Innovation can’t wait and when it comes to AI, 8 out of 10 UK wealth management firms are planning to change theirs operating systems Wealth & Asset Management Singapore’s wealthy want advisers to incorporate AI into offerings: survey News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82698/singaporeamprsquos-wealthy-want-advisers-to-incorporate-ai-into-offerings-survey There is, however, a ‘measured caution’ especially in terms of data privacy, accuracy and maintaining a human touch Wealth & Asset Management Acorns buys family wealth app EarlyBird News Aggregation Team Friday, May 16, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82660/acorns-buys-family-wealth-app-earlybird "This deal with EarlyBird, and its two talented founders, represents another important step in our journey to becoming a full financial wellness app for everyday families." Wealth & Asset Management “Private Banking for All” – Hylton Kallner, Discovery Bank in ‘The Fintech Magazine’ News Aggregation Team Friday, May 16, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82661/ampldquoprivate-banking-for-allamprdquo-ampndash-hylton-kallner-discovery-bank-in-amplsquothe-fintech-magazineamprsquo Notably, it’s demonstrating that it’s possible to scale a full-service bank that delivers private banking-grade services without adding significant cost. Wealth & Asset Management ADIO Strengthens the Abu Dhabi Wealth Management Sector With Alpheya Partnership News Aggregation Team Friday, May 16, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82670/adio-strengthens-the-abu-dhabi-wealth-management-sector-with-alpheya-partnership The Emirate has a vision of enhancing the wealth management industry and attracting high-impact global investors and with ADIO partnering with Alpheya, Abu Dhabi is one step closer to achieving this goal. Wealth & Asset Management Franklin Templeton to Launch Singapore’s First Tokenised Fund for Retail Investors News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 15, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82651/franklin-templeton-to-launch-singaporeamprsquos-first-tokenised-fund-for-retail-investors The minimum investment is set at US$20, aimed at improving accessibility to a broader base of investors. Wealth & Asset Management Jefferies poaches four senior tech bankers from Guggenheim Partners, sources say News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82784/jefferies-poaches-four-senior-tech-bankers-from-guggenheim-partners-sources-say Jefferies is poaching veterans from Guggenheim’s core team investment banking team focused on tech deals on the West Coast, the person said. Executive Moves Ajman Bank appoints head of Fintech & AI underscoring commitment to digital innovation News Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82787/ajman-bank-appoints-head-of-fintech-ampamp-ai-underscoring-commitment-to-digital-innovation Announced the appointment of Tahir Turksoy as the Head of Fintech & AI within the Consumer Banking Division Executive Moves Halo Invest gears up for launch with senior hires News Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82780/halo-invest-gears-up-for-launch-with-senior-hires HALO Invest has been built to make investing simpler, fairer and better for all investors. Executive Moves Paytm Appoints Ramana Kumar as CEO for Middle East Business News Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82752/paytm-appoints-ramana-kumar-as-ceo-for-middle-east-business With two decades of fintech and banking leadership, Kumar will lead Paytm’s expansion in the UAE and broader Middle East Executive Moves Quandri names head of strategy and partnerships to spearhead US expansion News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82734/quandri-names-head-of-strategy-and-partnerships-to-spearhead-us-expansion He joins the company during a high-growth phase as it scales its US presence and customer base. Executive Moves Charlotte Crosswell steps down as CFIT chair News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82743/charlotte-crosswell-steps-down-as-cfit-chair Gupta continued that CFIT will continue to work alongside the Government on proposals for the Bank Referral Scheme and Commercial Credit Data Sharing Scheme. Executive Moves BDA hires Wei Ng to strengthen Tech Services platform News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 22, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82723/bda-hires-wei-ng-to-strengthen-tech-services-platform Before BDA, he worked for seven years for Avendus Capital, in Technology Services Investment Banking in New York. Executive Moves Jonathan Hole joins Target Group as new chief risk officer News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 22, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82732/jonathan-hole-joins-target-group-as-new-chief-risk-officer Hole will lead Target's compliance unit and oversee data protection and financial crime prevention initiatives. Executive Moves Green Check welcomes Todd Lasher as new chief growth officer News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82710/green-check-welcomes-todd-lasher-as-new-chief-growth-officer In this role, Lasher will oversee sales, marketing, partnerships and market expansion initiatives as the company enters its next phase of growth. Executive Moves Temenos strengthens Product Leadership with key appointments News Team Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82688/temenos-strengthens-product-leadership-with-key-appointments The two executives, based out of the U.S., report to Barb Morgan, Temenos’ Chief Product and Technology Officer, highlighting the company’s strategic investment in talent to accelerate growth and innovation. Executive Moves SEON Expands APAC Presence Amid Fraud Solution Demand News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82781/seon-expands-apac-presence-amid-fraud-solution-demand New clients, including Salmon Group Ltd and CryptoGaming.com, have adopted SEON’s services, and the company has expanded its teams in Singapore and Jakarta to provide local support. Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance Nigerian Court to Rule on Future of National Biometric Banking System News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82785/nigerian-court-to-rule-on-future-of-national-biometric-banking-system The outcome could have lasting implications for biometric banking security and data governance in Nigeria’s financial ecosystem. Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance French Regulators Approve Merge for Fiat and Stablecoin Payment Services News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82791/french-regulators-approve-merge-for-fiat-and-stablecoin-payment-services Merge is backed by investors including Coinbase and Octopus Ventures. Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance FinTech PayG secures RBI approval to operate as Payment Aggregator News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82794/fintech-payg-secures-rbi-approval-to-operate-as-payment-aggregator PayG offers over 120 payment options Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance 16 FinTech firms licensed, leading digital transformation in non-banking sector: Egypt’s FRA News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82751/16-fintech-firms-licensed-leading-digital-transformation-in-non-banking-sector-egyptamprsquos-fra Four companies currently offer outsourcing services and are registered with the authority, with new entrants anticipated, Farid stated. Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance FICO Expands AWS Partnership with Marketplace Debut News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82759/fico-expands-aws-partnership-with-marketplace-debut Decision management firm FICO launches first solution on Amazon's cloud platform as strategic collaboration deepens Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance Belgian data transfers to US ‘breach GDPR’ News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82763/belgian-data-transfers-to-us-amplsquobreach-gdpramprsquo The transfers at issue were made under bilateral agreements between some EU states and the US that cover the US Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance The role of independent directors in the digital assets industry for Cayman investment funds News Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82741/the-role-of-independent-directors-in-the-digital-assets-industry-for-cayman-investment-funds As the digital assets industry continues to evolve and mature, the role of independent directors has become increasingly crucial Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance Industry groups call on SEC to ditch cyber disclosure rule News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82742/industry-groups-call-on-sec-to-ditch-cyber-disclosure-rule Contrary to protecting firms and investors, the rule puts cyberattack victims at greater risk and undermines the SEC’s primary goal of protecting investors, say the associations. Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance FCA Must Prioritise Faster, More Secure Payments, Say High-Risk Finance Businesses as PSR Is Wound Down News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 22, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82724/fca-must-prioritise-faster-more-secure-payments-say-high-risk-finance-businesses-as-psr-is-wound-down Money services firms operate in complex, fast-moving environments. Legal,Regulation,Tax & Compliance Aspire Users Can Now Accept Card and Wallet Payments via Stripe News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82782/aspire-users-can-now-accept-card-and-wallet-payments-via-stripe The integration also makes it easier for new businesses to start accepting card payments without the need for a website or complex infrastructure. Retail Banking How UBA is Empowering SMEs across Africa by Accelerating Digital Payments News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82786/how-uba-is-empowering-smes-across-africa-by-accelerating-digital-payments Like many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), her financial health depends on seamless transactions and reliable infrastructure that ensures she receives payments the moment they are made. Retail Banking Stripe showcases money management tools for British businesses News Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82790/stripe-showcases-money-management-tools-for-british-businesses The company also revealed that it now serves more than 1 million UK businesses and solopreneurs Retail Banking Aevi and QorPay partner to enhance global in-person payment orchestration News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82797/aevi-and-qorpay-partner-to-enhance-global-in-person-payment-orchestration Aevi provides an open, cloud-based platform for orchestrating card-present payments. Retail Banking Mambu Takes Next Step in Payments World With Mambu Payments Launch News Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82765/mambu-takes-next-step-in-payments-world-with-mambu-payments-launch Now, the company is building on this and offering advanced, composable capabilities that integrate seamlessly into any core banking ecosystem. Retail Banking Volante Labs launches Web 3 prepaid card for salary payments News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82770/volante-labs-launches-web-3-prepaid-card-for-salary-payments Volante’s card supports on-demand wage withdrawals. Retail Banking Visa brings Click to Pay to Hong Kong with ZA Bank News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82777/visa-brings-click-to-pay-to-hong-kong-with-za-bank Click to Pay is a next-generation checkout experience that streamlines online transactions by eliminating the need for manual card input and password management. Retail Banking Worldpay expands into Colombia to boost e-commerce and global payment access News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82733/worldpay-expands-into-colombia-to-boost-e-commerce-and-global-payment-access The move is part of Worldpay’s broader strategy to expand its footprint across Latin America. Retail Banking UK’s Banking Circle Gives Visa Access to Its Local Clearing Rails News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82735/ukamprsquos-banking-circle-gives-visa-access-to-its-local-clearing-rails In other cross-border payments news, there is an opportunity for processors to expand into new capabilities tied to cross-border commerce thanks to payment integration. Retail Banking APAC’s Mobile Wallet Landscape: Local Giants, Government-Backed Systems, and Super-Apps News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82737/apacamprsquos-mobile-wallet-landscape-local-giants-government-backed-systems-and-super-apps Homegrown platforms, government-backed systems, and super-app ecosystems shape the digital payments landscape in APAC. Retail Banking bolttech Partners with AWS to Deploy Generative AI Across Operations News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82789/bolttech-partners-with-aws-to-deploy-generative-ai-across-operations One new capability is the integration of multilingual speech-to-speech chatbots, currently piloted in Korean. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI How African innovators are using blockchain to solve real problems News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82796/how-african-innovators-are-using-blockchain-to-solve-real-problems While regulators in Europe and the US debate crypto’s future, young Africans are already using blockchain to solve pressing challenges from unstable currencies to internet access. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI FinTech FUTR secures $1.25m to accelerate AI and payment innovations News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82766/fintech-futr-secures-125m-to-accelerate-ai-and-payment-innovations The company also issued 66,500 finder’s warrants and paid a cash finder’s fee of $13,300. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI Alibaba and SAP Partner to Advance Cloud and AI Solutions for Enterprises News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82768/alibaba-and-sap-partner-to-advance-cloud-and-ai-solutions-for-enterprises Both companies plan to establish a joint go-to-market approach to serve global businesses across industries with scalable and intelligent solutions tailored to local needs. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI Stablecoin Issuer Circle Launches IPO to Raise US$624 Million News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82769/stablecoin-issuer-circle-launches-ipo-to-raise-us624-million Earlier there were reports that Coinbase and Ripple were exploring a potential acquisition of Circle, though no deal materialised. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI Dubai Launches First Tokenised Real Estate Investment Platform in MENA News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82772/dubai-launches-first-tokenised-real-estate-investment-platform-in-mena The platform runs on blockchain technology but processes all pilot-phase transactions in UAE Dirhams, without involving cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI Crypto bank Amina doubles assets under management News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82773/crypto-bank-amina-doubles-assets-under-management Amina, which is partnered with private banks including LGT, Julius Baer and Kaiser Partner, has pushed its assets to CHF 3.5bn. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI IMDA Targets 800 AI Talent Roles, Wider SME Reach Through New Partnerships News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82775/imda-targets-800-ai-talent-roles-wider-sme-reach-through-new-partnerships It is collaborating with Alibaba Cloud, Prudential Singapore, ST Engineering, AWS, and Microsoft Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI The FCA bundles stablecoins into new crypto regime News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82779/the-fca-bundles-stablecoins-into-new-crypto-regime The FCA has published proposals for ensuring financial resilience in the face of upcoming regulations governing cryptoasset firms, with an added focus on stablecoins. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI Raoul Pal & Robert Kiyosaki on Bitcoin Investment Wealth News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82749/raoul-pal-ampamp-robert-kiyosaki-on-bitcoin-investment-wealth Bitcoin has its ups and downs, just like life. Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI CFPB to ditch open banking rule News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82756/cfpb-to-ditch-open-banking-rule The CFPB only published the Personal Financial Data Rights final rule in October, giving Americans the right to instruct their banks to share their financial data with third party providers. Mobile Banking Bank of America: QR Sign-Ins by Business Clients Increased 60% News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82714/bank-of-america-qr-sign-ins-by-business-clients-increased-60 More than 40,000 business clients around the world use CashPro to manage their treasury Mobile Banking Bendigo and Adelaide Bank tackles Kafka growth since open banking News Aggregation Team Monday, May 19, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82674/bendigo-and-adelaide-bank-tackles-kafka-growth-since-open-banking Open banking is a government program to enforce data sharing between institutions and third-parties. Mobile Banking Citi Services launches PayTo initiator for institutional clients News Aggregation Team Monday, May 19, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82679/citi-services-launches-payto-initiator-for-institutional-clients The bank’s clients can initiate account-to-account payments from the service. Mobile Banking Remote Work on the Rise in APAC Amid Talent Shortages, Tech Advancements News Aggregation Team Friday, May 16, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82657/remote-work-on-the-rise-in-apac-amid-talent-shortages-tech-advancements Companies across APAC, particularly in Singapore, are rapidly embracing remote and flexible work models Mobile Banking IPification and Raiffeisen Bank Boost Mobile Banking Security in Serbia News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 15, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82640/ipification-and-raiffeisen-bank-boost-mobile-banking-security-in-serbia This strategic collaboration is set to improve mobile banking security, streamline the onboarding process, and prevent phishing attacks. Mobile Banking Sandstone Technology and Chetwood Bank win IBSi Digital Banking Award 2025 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 14, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82626/sandstone-technology-and-chetwood-bank-win-ibsi-digital-banking-award-2025 This recognition is a strong validation of their program’s tangible success and customer-first mindset. Mobile Banking GoTyme redefines digital banking News Aggregation Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82590/gotyme-redefines-digital-banking GoTyme Bank’s Visa debit card now ranks as the #2 debit card in total payment volume in the Philippines. Mobile Banking Sea Opens New HQ in Singapore, Rebrands SeaMoney to Monee News Aggregation Team Friday, May 09, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82579/sea-opens-new-hq-in-singapore-rebrands-seamoney-to-monee The new Rochester Commons facility will serve as a regional innovation hub, while the Monee rebrand reflects Sea’s push to expand financial access across Southeast Asia and Brazil. Mobile Banking Qatar ‘multiple wallets’ announcement demonstrates focus on strengthening mobile payment sector News Team Thursday, May 08, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82556/qatar-amplsquomultiple-walletsamprsquo-announcement-demonstrates-focus-on-strengthening-mobile-payment-sector The new feature will allow users to open two digital wallets with different payment service providers Mobile Banking Why Hong Kong Is Betting on Clarity and Collaboration in Fintech Regulation News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82708/why-hong-kong-is-betting-on-clarity-and-collaboration-in-fintech-regulation Asked what sets Hong Kong apart in its regulatory approach to fintech, Chan outlined consistency and structure. Comment & Analysis Digital Banking: Balancing ease of access with security News Aggregation Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82593/digital-banking-balancing-ease-of-access-with-security This is especially true in the onboarding process, where customers create an account with the bank. Comment & Analysis Technology is transforming the private credit direct lending market, study shows News Team Friday, May 09, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82577/technology-is-transforming-the-private-credit-direct-lending-market-study-shows Around half (46%) say technology has transformed loan monitoring and servicing with 43% highlighting the benefits of technology for due diligence and compliance. Comment & Analysis Google integrates LLM Gemini Nano to prevent evolving scams News Aggregation Team Friday, May 09, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82580/google-integrates-llm-gemini-nano-to-prevent-evolving-scams Alongside the release of their 'Fighting Scams in Search Report', Google have shared how Chrome, Search and Android are using AI-powered technologies to defend users against online scams. Comment & Analysis HK digital banks to expand wealth services after 74% deposit growth News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 06, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82522/hk-digital-banks-to-expand-wealth-services-after-74-deposit-growth None of the digital banks have reported a net profit, though their losses have narrowed. Comment & Analysis Stablecoins could reach $3.7 trillion by 2030 - Citi News Aggregation Team Friday, May 02, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82496/stablecoins-could-reach-37-trillion-by-2030-citi Citi predicts that the total outstanding supply of stablecoins could grow from $230 billion to anything from $1.6 trillion to $3.7 trillion by 2030. Comment & Analysis Is Your Company Struggling to Innovate? Here's What's Really Holding You Back — and How to Turn Things Around News Aggregation Team Friday, May 02, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82502/is-your-company-struggling-to-innovate-hereamp039s-whatamp039s-really-holding-you-back-ampmdash-and-how-to-turn-things-around To scale creativity, leaders must stop waiting for lightning to strike — and start engineering the storm. Comment & Analysis IFGS 2025: Is it time for wealthtech to take the stage? News Aggregation Team Friday, May 02, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82505/ifgs-2025-is-it-time-for-wealthtech-to-take-the-stage French noted that there is merit in keeping things simple Comment & Analysis What financial advisors can learn from influencers News Team Thursday, May 01, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82490/what-financial-advisors-can-learn-from-influencers So-called “finfluencers” like Richtsteiger often reach hundreds of thousands of followers – and thus achieve a greater reach than many traditional media channels. Comment & Analysis Traditional banks and fintech: Embrace ‘coopetition’ to drive innovation News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 30, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82465/traditional-banks-and-fintech-embrace-amplsquocoopetitionamprsquo-to-drive-innovation What is the current dynamic between traditional banks and fintechs? Comment & Analysis Singapore ponders caning punishment for scammers News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82771/singapore-ponders-caning-punishment-for-scammers This is ascribed to their prosperity, embrace of digital services and compliance with authority. Cyber Security Mastercard opens cyber resilience centre in Saudi Arabia News Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82750/mastercard-opens-cyber-resilience-centre-in-saudi-arabia This is Mastercard’s first initiative in the Middle East, extending the company’s global network of cyber resilience centers which includes locations in Europe and the United States. Cyber Security Warning: Cyber-scam impersonating Dentons News Team Thursday, May 22, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82725/warning-cyber-scam-impersonating-dentons The impersonator has been sending emails from a Gmail account, pretending to be a Dentons lawyer Cyber Security Cyberattack to cost UK retailer Marks & Spencer £300 mn News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82713/cyberattack-to-cost-uk-retailer-marks-ampamp-spencer-amppound300-mn Hack on IT systems expected to affect online services through to July Cyber Security Aviva and CyberCube Partner to Harness AI for Cyber Threat Actor Intelligence and Advanced Portfolio Risk Management News Team Monday, May 19, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82681/aviva-and-cybercube-partner-to-harness-ai-for-cyber-threat-actor-intelligence-and-advanced-portfolio-risk-management Utilising CyberCube’s ‘Portfolio Threat Actor Intelligence’ service and its suite of cyber analytics software, the collaboration aims to strengthen Aviva’s cyber exposure management strategy. Cyber Security Criminal attacks, human error drive data breaches News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 14, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82625/criminal-attacks-human-error-drive-data-breaches Malicious and criminal attacks were the main source of breaches. Cyber Security OAIC data confirms cybersecurity threats in Australia are escalating News Team Wednesday, May 14, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82631/oaic-data-confirms-cybersecurity-threats-in-australia-are-escalating Malicious cyber-attacks are still the primary cause of data breaches, representing 61% of breaches, with phishing and ransomware as primary methods. Cyber Security AUSTRAC to Expand Fintel Alliance Following Success in Combating Financial Crime News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 13, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82615/austrac-to-expand-fintel-alliance-following-success-in-combating-financial-crime Members of the alliance have been able to identify and act on serious crimes such as money laundering, child exploitation, domestic violence, tax evasion, fraud, and illegal phoenixing. Cyber Security Ransomware attacks in UAE increased 32% YOY in 2024 says UAE Cybersecurity Council News Aggregation Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82594/ransomware-attacks-in-uae-increased-32-yoy-in-2024-says-uae-cybersecurity-council The event placed the focus on the financial sector as global industry leaders and professionals gathered at the Dubai World Trade Centre to drive discussions that help mitigate these challenges and avoid far-reaching consequences. Cyber Security Cyber Threats Surge in India’s Financial Sector News Aggregation Team Friday, May 09, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82578/cyber-threats-surge-in-indiaamprsquos-financial-sector Cyberattacks are growing in frequency and sophistication, resulting in escalating financial losses for Indian institutions. Cyber Security 66% of Zillennials Use Their Phones as Bank Branch News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 30, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82476/66-of-zillennials-use-their-phones-as-bank-branch Despite their digital proclivities, zillennials are 23% more likely than the average consumer to primarily bank at national banks. Research Capgemini: Banks Face Loyalty Crisis Over Card Services News Aggregation Team Friday, March 14, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82007/capgemini-banks-face-loyalty-crisis-over-card-services The research found that 88% of industry executives globally consider an expanding reward ecosystem Research Paytech start-up Mimo raises $8.5m equity investment, inks embedded funding partnership with Froda News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 13, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81974/paytech-start-up-mimo-raises-85m-equity-investment-inks-embedded-funding-partnership-with-froda This planned product development will include an invoice capture and bookkeeping automation tool called Fetch Research Barclays’ £7.5 million bill joins growing list of bank IT issues News Aggregation Team Friday, March 07, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81916/barclaysamprsquo-amppound75-million-bill-joins-growing-list-of-bank-it-issues The Barclays incident alone will result in customers getting as much as £7.5 million ($9.7 million) in compensation Research Mastercard joins with Tamara to scale split payments in the UAE News Team Thursday, February 20, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81743/mastercard-joins-with-tamara-to-scale-split-payments-in-the-uae Mastercard and Tamara, one of the leading fintech platform in the GCC for shopping, payments, and banking, are collaborating to launch a new virtual card in the UAE to strengthen the split payment ecosystem. Research LSEG releases research and insights app News Team Tuesday, January 28, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81488/lseg-releases-research-and-insights-app This app provides a seamless, efficient way to access LSEG’s extensive range of research and insights Research Cyber attack fears pile further pressure on business owners reeling from Budget cost hikes News Team Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80864/cyber-attack-fears-pile-further-pressure-on-business-owners-reeling-from-budget-cost-hikes Businesses already face a number of headwinds from rising employer National Insurance contributions, a hike in the minimum wage and more demanding employee rights, and it seems technological worries are adding to the burden. Research Two-Thirds of Banks Losing Clients Due to Poor Onboarding, Warns Fenergo News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 21, 2024 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80784/two-thirds-of-banks-losing-clients-due-to-poor-onboarding-warns-fenergo It’s more important than ever for financial institutions to improve their KYC procedures. Research Majority of banks and insurers struggle to maximize the value from their cloud investments News Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80718/majority-of-banks-and-insurers-struggle-to-maximize-the-value-from-their-cloud-investments The analysis further suggests only 12% of financial services organizations can be considered ‘cloud innovators’. Research Family guys focus on the Fed, tech and succession plans News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 25, 2024 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80111/family-guys-focus-on-the-fed-tech-and-succession-plans Family offices are becoming increasingly professionalised and global. Research Deutsche Bank to optimise operations with IBM’s software suite News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82783/deutsche-bank-to-optimise-operations-with-ibmamprsquos-software-suite The tie-up enables the bank to access various IBM's software offerings, including automation tools and hybrid cloud solutions. Innovation & Startups Temenos Forward Awards celebrate banks leading the way in innovation News Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82788/temenos-forward-awards-celebrate-banks-leading-the-way-in-innovation Customer awards at Temenos Community Forum 2025 recognize the leaders and innovators in the banking industry Innovation & Startups FinTech startup Husk secures €1m to scale payment solutions for Europe’s startups News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82767/fintech-startup-husk-secures-ampeuro1m-to-scale-payment-solutions-for-europeamprsquos-startups This marks a significant step in Husk’s journey to provide better financial infrastructure tailored to startup needs across Europe. Innovation & Startups Broadridge and Novisto Address Rising Demand for Sustainability Data Management and Reporting Platforms News Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82774/broadridge-and-novisto-address-rising-demand-for-sustainability-data-management-and-reporting-platforms Pioneering software helps companies manage risks and opportunities through effective and efficient sustainability data capture, analysis and reporting Innovation & Startups Google and FS-ISAC Launch Programme to Combat Financial Fraud News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82776/google-and-fs-isac-launch-programme-to-combat-financial-fraud This streamlines the process of identifying, reporting, and mitigating these threats, allowing Google to investigate and remove abusive accounts more efficiently. Innovation & Startups How Virtual Accounts Are Transforming Treasury Operations Across Borders News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82753/how-virtual-accounts-are-transforming-treasury-operations-across-borders This innovation is not just streamlining operations; it’s fundamentally changing how businesses manage cash across borders, turning treasury from a back-office function into a strategic asset. Innovation & Startups Next-Gen Banking: Balancing innovation with proven foundations for the future News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82754/next-gen-banking-balancing-innovation-with-proven-foundations-for-the-future Non-traditional digital businesses, like challenger banks and FinTechs, have positioned ‘next gen’ as something novel, futuristic, and exclusive to them. Innovation & Startups Luxembourg-based fintech Financial Navigator secures €1.1 million in funding News Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82761/luxembourg-based-fintech-financial-navigator-secures-ampeuro11-million-in-funding The funding will play a key role in accelerating Financial Navigator’s mission to modernize treasury and finance operations Innovation & Startups Thunes Named ‘Best Cross-Border Payment Technology Platform’ by The Asian Banker News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82736/thunes-named-amplsquobest-cross-border-payment-technology-platformamprsquo-by-the-asian-banker Prestigious award recognises the Thunes Direct Global Network and its Swift Pay to wallet solution Innovation & Startups Bank of Sydney taps Infosys Finacle for digital banking upgrade News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82738/bank-of-sydney-taps-infosys-finacle-for-digital-banking-upgrade The $4.3 billion-asset bank will utilise Infosys Finacle's digital banking suite via Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) on AWS cloud. Innovation & Startups Trading platform Tradu partners Salt Edge for PSD2 compliance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82778/trading-platform-tradu-partners-salt-edge-for-psd2-compliance Tradu is adopting Salt Edge's open banking compliance solution and PIS gateway through the partnership. Trading Platforms Broadridge Announces New Patent on Large Language Model Orchestration of Machine Learning Agents News Team Friday, May 16, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82662/broadridge-announces-new-patent-on-large-language-model-orchestration-of-machine-learning-agents These patented methods and systems are behind BondGPT, Broadridge’s award-winning GenAI application first demonstrated in the market in the LTX e-trading platform, a Broadridge subsidiary. Trading Platforms Robinhood to bring tokenisation to Europe News Aggregation Team Friday, May 09, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82587/robinhood-to-bring-tokenisation-to-europe Two blockchain providers mentioned in the report are Arbitrum and Solana. Trading Platforms Archax acquires Globacap as bridgehead to the US News Team Monday, March 31, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82175/archax-acquires-globacap-as-bridgehead-to-the-us Through this acquisition, Archax will leverage these permissions and capabilities to offer its relevant core real-world asset (RWA) products and services in the US. Trading Platforms Moody's unveils unified platform to help businesses identify counterparty risk News Team Monday, February 10, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81623/moodyamp039s-unveils-unified-platform-to-help-businesses-identify-counterparty-risk Understanding and managing counterparty data is not just about identifying threats but also about seizing opportunity. Trading Platforms Standard Chartered Has Introduced SC PrismFX News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81416/standard-chartered-has-introduced-sc-prismfx For Corporate clients, SC PrismFX provides a consistent transactional FX payments experience across Standard Chartered’s markets globally Trading Platforms India's Fyers launches options trading platform News Team Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80860/indiaamp039s-fyers-launches-options-trading-platform Scalpers seek quick profits from minor price fluctuations, typically holding positions for extremely short periods, sometimes just seconds. Trading Platforms TD Bank Joins LTX, A Broadridge Company, As a Liquidity Provider News Team Tuesday, October 22, 2024 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80421/td-bank-joins-ltx-a-broadridge-company-as-a-liquidity-provider TD Bank will contribute axes, or pre-trade indications of interest, to LTX’s Liquidity Cloud and utilize LTX’s RFQ+ protocol to provide Investment Grade and High Yield bond liquidity to its institutional clients. Trading Platforms ETFs Utilize Integrated Management Approach, Provide Allocations to All Core Equity Asset Classes News Team Friday, October 11, 2024 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80305/etfs-utilize-integrated-management-approach-provide-allocations-to-all-core-equity-asset-classes The new equity-based ETFs now provide building block solutions for investor portfolios across all core equity asset classes. Trading Platforms Broadridge Launches Tradeverse, Transforms the Way Global Financial Firms Manage Their Trading Data News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 04, 2024 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/79880/broadridge-launches-tradeverse-transforms-the-way-global-financial-firms-manage-their-trading-data Cloud-native platform reinvents the data lake by capturing and harmonizing the full transaction lifecycle, enabling firms to unlock opportunities through advanced data analytics and AI capabilities Trading Platforms FinTech leader Dojo secures $190m to fuel European expansion News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 29, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82795/fintech-leader-dojo-secures-190m-to-fuel-european-expansion The company currently processes between 6 and 9 million transactions daily and engages with over 50 million unique consumer cards every month. Alternative Investments Canadian Investors Rethink Spending and Investment Decisions Amid Global Trade Wars: New Broadridge Survey Reveals News Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82711/canadian-investors-rethink-spending-and-investment-decisions-amid-global-trade-wars-new-broadridge-survey-reveals Against the current macroeconomic backdrop, Canadian investors are split on the state of their investments. Alternative Investments Capital One Finalizes $35 Billion Discover Purchase News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82702/capital-one-finalizes-35-billion-discover-purchase The deal, finalized Sunday (May 18), creates the largest credit card issuer in terms of loan volume in the U.S. Alternative Investments Algbra partners with Gatehouse Bank News Aggregation Team Friday, May 16, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82669/algbra-partners-with-gatehouse-bank The partnership between Gatehouse Bank and Algbra will involve creating a new digital account for overseas residents looking to invest in UK property Alternative Investments Arion Bank Strengthens Compliance With Volante Technologies’ Payments as a Service News Team Thursday, May 15, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82646/arion-bank-strengthens-compliance-with-volante-technologiesamprsquo-payments-as-a-service Iceland’s leading bank strengthens its modern payments infrastructure and partners with Volante to support long-term innovation and growth Alternative Investments SouthTrust Bank partners Jack Henry for digital overhaul News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 15, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82649/southtrust-bank-partners-jack-henry-for-digital-overhaul The bank has adopted Jack Henry's core processing system to automate manual processes and roll out additional services. Alternative Investments US fintech Chime files for Nasdaq IPO News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 14, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82633/us-fintech-chime-files-for-nasdaq-ipo Chime filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the US Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday. Alternative Investments Arbra launches tech-focused private market fund News Aggregation Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82597/arbra-launches-tech-focused-private-market-fund Asset management group unveils its first High Conviction Private Markets Basket, targeting late-stage private tech firms poised to shape the future economy. Alternative Investments National Trust launches new app News Aggregation Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82599/national-trust-launches-new-app “It took over a year to produce,” said Laura Butz, marketing manager at the National Trust. Alternative Investments UK fintech Wagestream secures £300m debt financing facility from Citi News Aggregation Team Friday, May 09, 2025 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82572/uk-fintech-wagestream-secures-amppound300m-debt-financing-facility-from-citi Wagestream will leverage the facility to fuel its Workplace Loan offering, which launched in 2024. Alternative Investments Temenos continues to top ESG ratings from Dow Jones, S&P Global, Sustainalytics and CDP News Team Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/82123/temenos-continues-to-top-esg-ratings-from-dow-jones-sampampp-global-sustainalytics-and-cdp Consistently strong ESG ratings reflect Temenos’ leadership in sustainability for the banking industry Planet SOS ESG in Action: The Role of Fintech Companies in Belgium’s Sustainable Financial Future News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 18, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81709/esg-in-action-the-role-of-fintech-companies-in-belgiumamprsquos-sustainable-financial-future Belgian fintech firms are also actively fostering collaboration with traditional financial institutions Planet SOS Cynergy Bank issues debit cards made from Parley Ocean plastic News Team Monday, February 17, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81700/cynergy-bank-issues-debit-cards-made-from-parley-ocean-plastic This innovative launch aligns with Cynergy Bank’s commitment to sustainability and its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda. Planet SOS Modern Bankers in an age of sustainable banking: Three take-aways News Team Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81409/modern-bankers-in-an-age-of-sustainable-banking-three-take-aways Capgemini offers expertise in ESG data management and sector-specific sustainability trends to make banks and bankers future ready. Planet SOS Evolving Attitudes: Zumo Reveals Even Traditional Investors are Turning to Sustainable Investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 02, 2025 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81184/evolving-attitudes-zumo-reveals-even-traditional-investors-are-turning-to-sustainable-investments Sitting down with Nick Jones, we learnt how his company Zumo, the digital-assets-as-a-service platform is creating a more sustainable world. Planet SOS Northern Trust signs MoU with University of Singapore to advance green finance innovation News Team Tuesday, December 17, 2024 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/81065/northern-trust-signs-mou-with-university-of-singapore-to-advance-green-finance-innovation The partnership will also contribute to academic engagements through Northern Trust’s partnership with the Singapore Blockchain Innovation Programme Planet SOS BlackRock, MAS Unveil Blended Finance Initiative for SE Asia Decarbonisation News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80674/blackrock-mas-unveil-blended-finance-initiative-for-se-asia-decarbonisation The programme aims to mobilise capital for decarbonisation projects in Southeast Asia Planet SOS Is Sustainability the New Priority in Digital Banking? News Aggregation Team Monday, October 21, 2024 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/80403/is-sustainability-the-new-priority-in-digital-banking Regulatory pressures and growing consumer demand for responsible practices are driving the strategic direction of digital banking, with sustainability and ESG commitments playing a central role. Planet SOS ESG Data & Solutions introduces ESGSure to transform ESG research News Aggregation Team Wednesday, September 11, 2024 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/79964/esg-data-ampamp-solutions-introduces-esgsure-to-transform-esg-research ESG Data & Solutions is dedicated to enhancing the accessibility and reliability of ESG data. Planet SOS Carbon Capture Gets Boost from Major Bank of America Investment News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 05, 2024 1:00 am https://fintech.managersofwealth.com/article/79904/carbon-capture-gets-boost-from-major-bank-of-america-investment This investment represents a significant vote of confidence in carbon capture technology Planet SOS