FinTech

Financial technology, often shortened to fintech, is the technology and innovation that aims to compete with traditional financial methods in the delivery of financial services. It is an emerging industry that uses technology to improve activities in finance.

Jeremy Hunt Wants to Make UK the ‘Next Silicon Valley’

Jeremy Hunt Wants to Make UK the ‘Next Silicon Valley’
Jeremy Hunt Wants to Make UK the ‘Next Silicon Valley’
January 27, 2023  |  Economy

Jeremy Hunt has outlined his vision to make the U.K. “the world’s next Silicon Valley.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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FinTechs See Partnership Potential as Businesses Refocus on Their Core
FinTechs See Partnership Potential as Businesses Refocus on Their Core
January 27, 2023  |  Digital-First Banking

Many FinTechs got walloped in 2022 for bloated valuations, which is increasing the focus on fundamentals and partnerships. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Affirm, NuBank, Upstart Lead 6.4% Surge in FinTech IPO Index
Affirm, NuBank, Upstart Lead 6.4% Surge in FinTech IPO Index
January 27, 2023  |  Fintech Investments

The FinTech IPO Index has enjoyed a rebound so far, despite the usual volatility. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Marqeta Names Ex-Yahoo Exec Simon Khalaf as CEO
Marqeta Names Ex-Yahoo Exec Simon Khalaf as CEO
January 26, 2023  |  Personnel

Card issuing platform Marqeta has named its Chief Product Officer (CPO) Simon Khalaf as CEO. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Stripe Punts Decision on IPO Till Next Year Amid Economic Gloom
Stripe Punts Decision on IPO Till Next Year Amid Economic Gloom
January 26, 2023  |  IPO

The public may soon be able to buy shares in payments processor Stripe. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Ecobank and MTN to Launch Mobile Money Microloans in Guinea
Ecobank and MTN to Launch Mobile Money Microloans in Guinea
January 26, 2023  |  emea

FinTech Optasia, Ecobank and MTN are partnering to launch a mobile money microloan service in Guinea. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Banks Use Receipt Data to Drive More Targeted Sales to Merchants
Banks Use Receipt Data to Drive More Targeted Sales to Merchants
January 26, 2023  |  Digital-First Banking

Using data from receipts to personalize loyalty programs has great potential rewards for merchants, so long as they partner with financial firms ready for the...

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FinTech Foro Debuts Platform to Challenge ‘Antiquated’ Business Lending
FinTech Foro Debuts Platform to Challenge ‘Antiquated’ Business Lending
January 26, 2023  |  Loans

FinTech startup Foro has debuted a commercial lending platform designed to match lenders and businesses. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Crypto’s New Congressional Subcommittee Aims for ‘Responsible Innovation’
Crypto’s New Congressional Subcommittee Aims for ‘Responsible Innovation’
January 26, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency industry regulation in the post-FTX era has emerged as a pressing concern for the new Congress. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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