Banking-as-a-service (BaaS) vs embedded finance
Banking-as-a-service (BaaS) and embedded finance have become two of the biggest buzzwords/solutions. However, there seems to be a confusion about how they differ from one another.
How the UK is still appealing to investors despite Brexit
Ever since the UK voted to leave Europe in 2016, there has been a cloud of uncertainty on the FinTech market. Most discussions painted it as doom and gloom, but the amount of capital still being deployed to the country’s FinTechs, suggests things might be fine.
How is FinTech supporting the LGBTQ+ community?
Pride month is about celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and increasing discussions around equality. However, support from the community should not just be localised for that month, it should be consistent throughout the year. The FinTech market has often boasted itself as being at the forefront of change, but what is the sector like for the LGBTQ+ community?
Who are the long-term and short-term winners in insurance following the coronavirus pandemic?
While Covid-19 has caused InsurTech investment to plummet, the market will see both short-term and long-term winners.
Adopting technology does not require the loss of humans in insurance
Bringing in technology does not mean cutting down the number of jobs, instead, it frees humans to do what they do best, innovate, according to a panel at the Global InsurTech Summit.
Why FinTech startups should consider expanding to Dubai
The Middle East’s FinTech industry is booming. If innovative startups want to get in on the action, a solid argument can be made for...
How are rising ESG interests changing wealth management
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges we face. While policies like the Paris Agreement attempt to change the world to have a net-zero emissions impact, there are still billions of dollars invested each year into harmful industries, such as fossil fuels. As pressure on climate change rises, could firms start to focus more on ESG funds?
Why behavioural analytics should be a top priority for insurers
With customer demands changing to become more focused on flexibility and personalisation, behavioural analytics is the key to help insurers meet this need.
Corporate venture can act as a ‘poison pill’ to RegTechs
Picking up an investment from a corporate venture firm creates a ‘poison pill’ for RegTech startups, according to a panel at the Global RegTech Summit 2018.
What can RegTech companies learn from how regulators have acted during the Covid-19 crisis?
Regulators around the world have issued emergency measures to safeguard the economy from the coronavirus fallout. But what can RegTechs learn from it?