Finance
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…
Artem Lyashanov: a close look on DORA provisions, EU and Ukrainian experience
January 17, 2025 was a deadline for the implementation of the new Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) in the EU. This regulatory act establishes a number of important requirements financial institutions are obliged to follow – both EU residents and companies with a different registration, but which provide their services on the EU territory. Including…
Navigating the Future of Digital Payments
Digital payments are transforming global financial systems, reshaping how individuals and businesses transact. In the fintech space, digital payments represent a major driver of innovation. This article explores the latest trends shaping the sector, providing insights into what lies ahead. The Rise of Embedded Finance Embedded finance is revolutionising the way businesses interact with financial…
The Evolution of Payment Solutions: From Traditional Methods to Digital Wallets
Payment systems have undergone significant transformations over the years. From cash and checks to digital wallets, these changes have revolutionised commerce and consumer behaviour. We explore the evolution of payment solutions, analysing adoption rates, security challenges, regulatory shifts, and innovative technologies. Traditional Payment Methods: Cash and Checks For centuries, cash reigned supreme as the primary…
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…
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…
Why FinTech is Thriving in the Middle East
The financial landscape in the some parts of the world is undergoing a transformative phase, with Financial Technology emerging as a key player. The Middle East has become a hub for FinTech innovation and growth, significantly impacting the region’s economic landscape. The Digital Revolution in the Middle East One of the primary factors driving the…
5 Ways Fintech Can Help Your Rental Business
By Paula Fernandez from Floify. In today’s digital age, financial technology (fintech) is revolutionizing various industries, including rental. Landlords can streamline operations, enhance fintech solutions, improve efficiency, and maximize profitability. This article will explore critical ways fintech can transform your rental business. We’ll explore the benefits of adopting fintech tools for rental applications, rent collection,…
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…
How Open Commerce Can Solve the Global Trade Imbalance
By Soumaya Hamzaoui, Co-Founder and COO of RedCloud The face of global commerce has changed beyond recognition over the last decade. While large online retailers like Amazon and Facebook have profited from the switch to digital trading, they have also squeezed their smaller competitors in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) out of the market…
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…
