What the FinTech? | S.4 Episode 8 | The future of open banking in the UK
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by OBIE chair and trustee Marion King.
Standards
News, intelligence and resources on the global fintech industry including topics such as standards.
Open banking: why the time is now for UK banks to act
Banks should direct their attention towards legacy systems to optimise the return on their fintech investments.
Mastercard rolls out Crypto Credential service to strengthen trust in blockchain ecosystem
Mastercard Crypto Credential defines verification standards, instilling “critical” trust in blockchain tech.
Blockchain infrastructure platform Paxos to pull out of Canada
Customer accounts without funds will be closed on 9 May, Paxos says.
OpenWallet Foundation launches to boost digital wallet interoperability
The OWF intends to provide the “software engine” that organisations can use to develop digital wallets.
Corlytics acquires regulatory lifecycle platform ING SparQ in €5m deal
Corlytics’ CEO John Byrne says the deal “sets the runway for further strategic acquisitions”.
The BaaS Association names first CEO, Bill Briggs
Founded last year, the association says it represents over 80% of current BaaS sponsor banks in the US.
2022: Top five crypto developments
FinTech Futures takes a look back at some of the year’s top crypto developments and stories.
Six actions CISOs should consider for stronger compliance and risk mitigation
Banks face increasing regulations and compliance requirements as the cyber landscape grows more complex.
Let talent thrive
When it comes to talent investment, far too many financial firms continue to get it wrong.
Drata doubles valuation to $2bn following $200m Series C
The round was led by ICONIQ Growth and GGV Capital with institutional and individual investors participating.
Keeping faith in net-zero banking in 2023 and beyond
Which banks will stand up and really push the envelope for good?
Survey & report: The race to ISO 20022
Download Celent’s survey and report based on over 200 banker interviews and deep analysis.
The demise of the 90-day rule and the future of open banking
To make open banking tech a success in the long term, the guarantee of data security must be a continued priority.
Goldman, MSCI, Coin Metrics partner for digital asset taxonomy framework
Datonomy is a standardised way to help market participants view and analyse the digital assets ecosystem.
EIPP and the mobile revolution in B2B payments
The next phase in the evolution of B2B payments will be dominated by mobile technologies.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 28 October 2022
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
Open API maturity is slowing due to a lack of industry standardisation
Common business standards are required to enable interoperability of APIs across the financial services sector.
Video: ING at Sibos 2022 – Interoperability in trade finance
We chat with Lynn Ng of ING about whether cross-platform interoperability in trade finance is possible.
Sibos 2022: A problem defined is a problem solved – untangling ESG data
With a range of taxonomies, sources and utilities, ESG data is still some way from being standardised.
Sibos 2022: Breaking finance – how quantum technology will kill secrets
“Quantum, Revisited” with Avast CISO Jaya Baloo and Stacey Jeffrey, a senior quantum researcher at CWI.
Sibos 2022: How to avoid a digital identity crisis
Bianca Lopes makes the case why banks, FIs and regulators should be paying attention to digital identity.
Blockchain firm SETL partners Swift for common tokenisation framework pilot
Parties from both the tokenised and traditional asset worlds collaborated on the project.
What the FinTech? | S.3 Episode 14 | How team work makes the dream work
In this episode, we’re joined by Gabriele Columbro, founder and executive director of FINOS.
Video: Quavo at FinovateFall 2022 – Automating fraud and dispute management
We chat with Quavo’s Brittany Usher about the benefits of automating fraud and dispute management processes.
UN calls for comprehensive crypto regulation in developing countries
The organisation says crypto can “jeopardise the monetary sovereignty of countries”.
What the FinTech? | S.3 Episode 11 | Financial services and the fight against climate change
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by NMD+ founder Dave Wallace.
Taming AI algorithms — finance without prejudice
Algorithmovigilance is growing in importance as human biases all too readily creep into AI tech.
How XBRL International aims to tackle greenwashing by standardising ESG reporting
FinTech Futures speaks with XBRL International CEO John Turner about the creation of the DSD Lab initiative.
How data-driven suptech can change the game in fighting financial crime
Suptechs are gaining prominence in financial services with pioneers like the EBA and MAS breaking new ground.
Fintechs need to take the lead on mental health
Fintech firms cannot disregard the risk of poor mental health among their workforce as ‘just part of the role’.
Developing an inclusive culture in fintech
When you invite diversity into your organisation, you’re inviting innovation and creativity.
How the regulation of fintech could help the UK stay competitive in the sector
The UK must balance innovation and competition with the need for customer protection through effective regulation.
Video: JP Morgan at Finovate Europe 2022 – fostering innovation in payments
FinTech Futures chats with JP Morgan’s Jeremy Balkin about new developments in the payments space.
A panel, a chat, and confirmation that ESG is a tough nut to crack
I recently attended a hackathon at Finovate Europe focusing on ESG in the financial services industry.
It’s time for banks to take responsibility for their ESG data
In the wake of COP26 last year, the ESG regulatory agenda is advancing at pace.
Building a high-growth fintech shouldn’t come at a high human cost
Fintechs can set themselves up for success with a strong work culture that is compatible with long-term growth.
How to write your first ‘people and planet’ policies as a fintech organisation
A good ‘people and planet’ ESG policy should make it clear how you’re pushing for positive change.
Collaboration between banks and fintechs can bring faster speeds to the international payments space
Collaboration has driven considerable innovation in the international payments market in recent years.
The 10th NextGen Payments and Regtech Forum
The event will be hosted between 9 March – 10 March in Dublin, Ireland.
