Banking
Bank Digital: The New Standard in 2025
Banking has entered a new era. What was once defined by branches, paper forms, and long queues is now shaped by apps, automation, and 24/7 access. To bank digital today is no longer a novelty, it is the default. From account opening to investment tracking, every core function of traditional banking now has a faster,…
Beyond Payments: How Embedded Finance is Reshaping Business Models
Embedded finance is transforming industries by incorporating financial services directly into non-financial platforms. This integration allows businesses to offer banking-like services, enhancing customer experience and simplifying transactions. Consumers benefit from seamless access to payments, loans, and insurance, all within familiar digital environments. This shift is redefining traditional banking structures. Fintech firms and non-financial businesses are…
The Role of Partnerships Between Fintechs and Traditional Banks: A New Era of Collaboration
In the past decade, the financial services sector has witnessed an exciting shift. Fintech companies and traditional banks are increasingly working together. This wave of collaboration marks a significant evolution in the industry. Historically seen as competitors, fintechs and banks now find common ground to enhance services and reach broader audiences. We explore successful models,…
Open Banking: Unlocking Innovation and Consumer Empowerment
Open banking is transforming the financial landscape by fostering innovation, competition, and improved customer experiences. It involves sharing financial data through secure application programming interfaces (APIs). This practice allows third-party providers (TPPs) to access banking data with customer consent, enabling the development of new financial services and products. The concept of open banking originated from…
RegTech in 2024: Tools and Trends for Compliance
Regulatory Technology, or RegTech, has emerged as a crucial ally for financial institutions navigating the intricate landscape of compliance. In 2024, advancements in RegTech are revolutionizing how firms manage regulatory requirements, leveraging innovations such as AI-driven monitoring and big data analytics to enhance efficiency and transparency. AI in Monitoring and Reporting: Transforming Compliance Operations Artificial…
Blockchain Technology Beyond Crypto: Fintech Innovations and Applications
Blockchain technology, which was once closely associated with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, has advanced significantly beyond its initial uses. Within the financial technology sector (fintech), blockchain’s impact is profound, revolutionizing conventional financial operations. This discussion explores the multifaceted ways in which blockchain is reforming fintech, highlighting its influence on smart contracts, cross-border transactions, and the…
The Rise of Neobanks: A New Era in Banking
Neobanks are starting a new chapter in banking by using technology to offer easy and modern services, changing how we think about banks and attracting people who prefer using digital tools. This new era of banking is characterized by technology-driven services, offering a level of convenience and user experience that traditional banks often struggle to…
Utilising AI to drive improved outcomes for customers: Interview with Chirag Shah
Fintech Review sat down with Chirag Shah, Founder of Nucleus Commercial Finance, to get his view on how ultimately automation will drive better outcomes for customers. We talk about how artificial intelligence can make things better for customers, tackle the worries some have about AI being unfair, and look at the big changes coming in…
What next for payments in SaaS: Interview with Jack Mangnall
Shape Technologies is revolutionizing the payments industry with its cutting-edge payments-platform-as-a-service, designed to empower payment service providers globally. Fintech Review sat down with Jack Mangnall, Cofounder of Shape Technologies, a dynamic player in the fintech space. Jack, with his extensive experience in client-facing operations and strong focus on innovative fintech solutions, has played a pivotal…
Revolutionizing IT in Finance: A Deep Dive with Lakeside Software
In an era where digital transformation is not just a buzzword but a necessity, Lakeside Software emerges as a beacon of innovation in the IT landscape, particularly for financial institutions. Specializing in providing unprecedented visibility across complex IT environments, Lakeside Software stands out with its unique approach to uncovering hidden inefficiencies and optimizing operations. Their…
Are Incumbent Banks Going to Disappear?
The landscape of financial services has witnessed dramatic shifts in the past decade. With the advent of fintech startups, the rise of cryptocurrencies, and digital innovations, many are posing a thought-provoking question: Are incumbent banks on the brink of obsolescence? The banking industry, as we know it, is undergoing undeniable transformations. However, to claim it…
Fintech and the Need for Ethical Sales Enablement
By Nigel Cannings is co-founder and CTO of Intelligent Voice. There have always been some questions about the ethics behind sales enablement strategies. While producing the best results for businesses, sales enablement has to be carefully monitored for compliance. That is to ensure that the customer’s best interests are always front and centre. The difficulty…
Why Fintech Companies Need to Define a Clear Strategy
In the often crazy world of financial technology, startups and incumbents are in a (rat) race to provide innovative solutions. Hopefully, solutions that address actual gaps and inefficiencies in the traditional banking system. However, in the haste to innovate and disrupt, many fintech companies overlook the fundamental principle of business success: a well-defined strategy. Without…
Want to better support accounting teams and retain talent? Here’s how the right tech makes the difference
By Mike Whitmire, CEO, FloQast Despite the Bank of England expecting inflation to fall quickly in 2023, it can feel like we’re in a bit of a ‘permacrisis’. Just when your business has managed to weather the storm brought on by the pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war begins and the cost-of-living crisis strikes. It’s not easy…
The explosive potential of digital banking in Sub-Saharan Africa: Interview with Timothy Nuy
Digital banking holds significant potential in Sub-Saharan Africa, where traditional banking services are often limited in reach. By leveraging mobile technology and new platforms, digital banking can provide access to financial services for the unbanked and underbanked populations. Whilst fostering financial inclusion and economic empowerment. Additionally, it can drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer…
Fintech and Big Banks Are Drifting Apart
By Abay Serkebayev, Chief Product Officer at CFPS. Mutual understanding between big banks and neobanks doesn’t seem to be growing. Quite the opposite, their relationship is rapidly deteriorating. This creates major problems for both parties. Neobanks have become direct competitors to commercial banks. This is especially noticeable in the retail industry. Neobanks offer more adaptive customer service,…
Conventional Banking is Dying – Super Apps Will Takeover FinTech
By Konstantin Bukin, Managing Director at Saritasa, a full service mobile, web, software, 3D and IoT technology solutions provider. Banks, credit unions, and financial institutions are the foundation of consumer financial services, yet they lag when it comes to technology. Consumers use smartphones and the internet to manage every aspect of their daily lives, from…
How to Choose the Right Payment Gateway
By Sam Anderson from WritingSimon.com The explosive growth of technology has drastically altered the payment landscape. It is making it easier than ever for customers to access a variety of efficient and seamless payment options. To provide customers with a personalized experience, it is critical to select the right payment gateway for your business. But…
2023 is the year Aussie banks must tackle the replumbing
By Anandh Maistry, Managing Partner, Banking & Insurance, Kyndryl ANZ Australian financial services companies have begun a huge digital transformation in recent years. Big players are reporting an increase in app usage of more than 50% during the pandemic. But, based on their experiences during COVID, more than four in five financial services executives also…
A Comparison Of Traditional And Fintech-Based Approaches To Starting And Growing A Side Hustle
A side hustle is a way for people to earn extra income by pursuing a passion or interest outside of their full-time job. Whether it’s freelancing, selling goods online, or renting out a spare room, a side hustle can provide financial stability and independence. With the rise of the gig economy, more and more people…
