Tag: Startups
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The Evolution of Insurtech and its Impact on Traditional Insurance Models
The insurance industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements. Insurtech, a term blending ‘insurance’ and ‘technology,’ is revolutionising traditional insurance models. We explore the innovations in personalised insurance products, the role of IoT devices in data collection and risk assessment, and the challenges faced by established insurance companies integrating new technologies. Innovations…
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Building the Future: An Interview with Alex Savin of Chrome Capital
Fintech Review sat down with Alex Savin, Founder of Chrome Capital, to delve into the transformative impact of international tech investments on global markets. We discuss the strategic role of digital technology in enhancing societal benefits, address concerns about the sustainability of such investments, and examine significant trends shaping the future of fintech. From leveraging…
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Company Valuation 101: The Example of Fintech Startups
In the dynamic world of business, understanding the worth of an enterprise is essential for a myriad of reasons, from fundraising and mergers to sales and internal reviews. For industries that are rapidly evolving, such as the fintech sector, determining this worth can be challenging. Company valuation, therefore, plays a pivotal role. Let’s dive deep…
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5 Advice to Fintech Founders
The fintech sector is buzzing with innovations, providing ample opportunities for new entrants to make a significant impact. As a space that merges finance with technology, it’s an exciting yet challenging arena. If you are among the burgeoning number of fintech founders, ensuring that you navigate this complex landscape successfully is crucial. This article lays…
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Strategy Execution for Fintechs: OKRs for the Win
OKRs are crucial for scaling a fintech startup as they provide a clear roadmap and focus the activities of the teams. There are many reasons why it makes sense for fintechs to consider the method. OKRs enable an organisation to align their efforts toward common objectives and track progress in a measurable way. By setting…
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Why do fintechs need to implement OKRs now?
By Elie Casamitjana, Founder & CEO of OKRmentors, and Tristan Pelloux, Founder & Chief Pencil Officer of Fintech Review. Now is the right time for fintech companies to use OKRs. Why? Because the industry is constantly evolving but at a turning point: strategy execution is more important than ever. Companies need to stay agile and…
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5 Risks of Starting a Fintech Business and How to Avoid Them
Devin Partida is a prolific writer about crypto, open banking and fintech for publications like Worth, Due, Yahoo! Finance and Entrepreneur. Starting a business in financial technology (fintech) is a smart investment for the direction in which the world is moving. High-speed digital transactions will dominate the global market for years to come, and your…
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What is open payroll connectivity? Interview with Maximilian Czymoch
Open payroll connectivity… if that sounds like a very random mix of words, you’ve come to the right place. These words taken individually actually are not so random. Everybody is familiar with payroll and connectivity. And you probably have heard of open finance or open banking. But that’s what we do at Fintech Review, decrypt…
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How tech-savvy fintech startups are transforming investment banking
By iTechArt, a one-stop source for custom software development. Between uncannily smart algorithms, out-of-the-box blockchain solutions, and a world caught by surprise on NFTs, it is easy to get lost. Let’s dive into how the investment banking segment is leveraging technology to innovate in the fintech industry. Enterprises can be notoriously bureaucratic whenever something —…
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What next for P2P lending? Interview with Janis Eismonts
Peer-to-peer lending has boomed in recent years, particularly in the US and the UK. And so has the funding funnelled to these companies. It had been also quite popular in China between 2011 and 2015, because lending there was really ripe for disruption. Until we realised that most Chinese P2P lenders were in fact Ponzi…