Tag: Financial Services
From Silicon Valley Bank’s Downfall to a Governance Blueprint for Fintechs
By Erika Eliasson-Noris from Beyond Governance. The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has undeniably underscored the necessity of robust governance within the fast-paced, high-risk realm of fintech. The rapid evolution and innovative spirit characteristic of fintech are indeed exhilarating. But they can also cloak the precariousness of poor governance. Which will ultimately result in…
How fintechs can navigate the super-apps landscape
By Chirag Shah, founder and CEO of Nucleus Commercial Finance and Pulse.io Super-apps, which are apps designed to provide a range of services to users, have been rising in popularity in regions across the world including in China and South-East Asia. In Western markets, critics have often met them with criticism. For fintech companies, which…
CFO in a New Era: Q&A with Claire Bramley
The role of a CFO is evolving beyond traditional financial oversight and management. CFOs are embracing a more strategic, holistic involvement in driving organizational growth and enhancing operational efficiency. Modern CFOs are leveraging technological advancements, like big data and analytics, to optimize financial processes, inform strategic decisions, and contribute to discussions on customer experience and…
The silent revolution of international payments: Interview with Pierre-Antoine Dusoulier
The rapid shift from traditional banking systems to more advanced digital platforms marks the revolution in international payments. It is enabling real-time and cost-effective cross-border transactions. This transformation is not only enhancing user experience and financial inclusion. But also reshaping the global financial landscape and how businesses operate internationally. Fintech Review asked a few questions…
The views of an international investor: Interview with Donatella Callegaris
An international investor recognises fintech as a transformative force in the global financial industry. After all, it is reshaping sectors from banking to insurance with digital innovations. An international investor also emphasises the importance of regulatory compliance in fintech. Differing financial regulations across countries can pose challenges to fintech scalability and adoption. Fintech Review asked…
The Rising Importance of Fintech Online Courses
Fintech has emerged as a pivotal force fundamentally transforming the financial services industry. The amalgamation of technology and finance is creating new paradigms that were previously thought to be unthinkable. The imperative to understand and navigate this evolving sector has never been more pressing. As the global demand for specialized knowledge in this area surges,…
Media Meets Fintech: A Powerful Duo for Industry Disruption
The convergence of media and fintech is not just a temporary industry trend. It is a powerful synergy shaping the future of both sectors. When we talk about media, it is easy to think solely about content. The newspapers, TV shows, movies, and radio broadcasts. However, as digital transformation accelerates, media is evolving. It is…
Bouncing Back Better: How Fintech Advances Can Help Consumers Navigate the Cost-of-Living Crisis
By Richard McCall, the CEO of Armalytix. In the face of the current cost of living crisis, consumers find themselves grappling with economic challenges unseen since the 2008 financial crisis. One difference from that time is the significant transformation of the personal finance landscape. That is due largely to advancements in financial technology and regulation. A…
How can legacy organisations be both digital and corporate: Interview with Gary O’Brien
Legacy organizations can modernise by adopting digital technologies while maintaining their traditional corporate governance. Incorporating digital solutions like cloud services and data analytics allows these firms to stay competitive without losing their corporate identity. By balancing innovation with established protocols, legacy organizations can be both digital-forward and corporate in nature. How can legacy organisations be…
The Currency of the Future: Interview with Kirit Bhatia
What is the currency of the future? Is it a world where transactions are quick, borderless, and secure, largely enabled by digital or cryptocurrencies? This new form of currency could be built on decentralized blockchain technology. It would make it resilient to single points of failure and resistant to traditional forms of financial fraud. It’s…
