Finextra Research Headlines https://www.finextra.com/ The Latest Financial IT News Headlines Copyright 2025 Finextra Research Ltd en-GB contact@finextra.com (Finextra Contact) Finextra Research Headlines https://www.finextra.com https://www.finextra.com/finextra-images/site/finextra.png Tisa calls on UK regulators to clamp down on AI search engines https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45825/tisa-calls-on-uk-regulators-to-clamp-down-on-ai-search-engines?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45825/tisa-calls-on-uk-regulators-to-clamp-down-on-ai-search-engines?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:16:00 GMT The Investing and Savings Alliance (Tisa) is calling on UK regulators to protect consumers from the ‘wild west’ of AI search engines. BaaS platform BKN301 completes £18.6 million Series B https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45824/baas-platform-bkn301-completes-186-million-series-b?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45824/baas-platform-bkn301-completes-186-million-series-b?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:12:00 GMT BKN301, a digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service startup, has raised £18.6 million to support international expansion and strategic acquisitions. Nate founder charged with fraud over 'AI' shopping app secretly powered by humans https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45823/nate-founder-charged-with-fraud-over-ai-shopping-app-secretly-powered-by-humans?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45823/nate-founder-charged-with-fraud-over-ai-shopping-app-secretly-powered-by-humans?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:01:00 GMT The founder of an AI-based tool for automating online shopping checkouts has been charged with defrauding investors over claims that the process was actually carried out by human workers in the Philippines. Standard Chartered and crypto exchange OKX launch collateral mirroring programme https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45822/standard-chartered-and-crypto-exchange-okx-launch-collateral-mirroring-programme?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45822/standard-chartered-and-crypto-exchange-okx-launch-collateral-mirroring-programme?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:01:00 GMT Standard Chartered is working with crypto exchange OKX on a collateral mirroring programme, enabling institutional clients to utilise cryptocurrencies and tokenised money market funds as off-exchange collateral for trading. Nikhil Rathi reappointed as FCA CEO https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45821/nikhil-rathi-reappointed-as-fca-ceo?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45821/nikhil-rathi-reappointed-as-fca-ceo?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:23:00 GMT UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that Nikhil Rathi has been reappointed as chief executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), extending his term until 2030. Northern Trust: 21% of private market investors allocate to crypto and digital assets https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45820/northern-trust-21-of-private-market-investors-allocate-to-crypto-and-digital-assets?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45820/northern-trust-21-of-private-market-investors-allocate-to-crypto-and-digital-assets?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:02:00 GMT In a global survey of 180 institutional plans with investment portfolios ranging from $1 billion to over $500 billion, Northern Trust gathered responses from senior leaders at pension funds, outsourced chief financial officers and multi-managers, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, and other institutions across the Americas, Emea and Apac. Bitcoin now accepted for day and boarding school Lomond fees https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45819/bitcoin-now-accepted-for-day-and-boarding-school-lomond-fees?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45819/bitcoin-now-accepted-for-day-and-boarding-school-lomond-fees?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:42:00 GMT Lomond School has become the first UK school to accept bitcoin for school fees, partnering with providers CoinCorner and Musquet. EToro to launch UK and Europe stock lending programme https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45818/etoro-to-launch-uk-and-europe-stock-lending-programme?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45818/etoro-to-launch-uk-and-europe-stock-lending-programme?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:44:00 GMT In order to identify borrowers and facilitate the stock lending process, eToro will partner with BNY, which will act as the custodian, and stock lending platform EquiLend. This stock lending launch showcases how eToro is currently leveraging BNY’s global clearing platform, offering integrated solutions across US and international clearing, custody, settlement, execution, and financing. Tackling fraud: Learn how to build smarter defences at NextGen Nordics https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45817/tackling-fraud-learn-how-to-build-smarter-defences-at-nextgen-nordics?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45817/tackling-fraud-learn-how-to-build-smarter-defences-at-nextgen-nordics?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:22:00 GMT As real-time payments gain momentum, financial institutions are faced with attempting to deliver seamless digital payment experiences while also mitigating against sophisticated fraudsters. This year’s NextGen Nordics event at the Münchenbryggeriet in Stockholm, Sweden, on 29 April 2025, will spotlight how the industry is redefining fraud prevention in the era of instant payments. Block to pay $40m penalty for AML failures https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45816/block-to-pay-40m-penalty-for-aml-failures?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45816/block-to-pay-40m-penalty-for-aml-failures?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:01:00 GMT Block will pay a $40 million penalty to New York regulators for "significant failures" in anti-money laundering programme and virtual currency compliance failures on its Cash App platform. House of Representatives kills CFPB oversight of Big Tech payment apps https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45815/house-of-representatives-kills-cfpb-oversight-of-big-tech-payment-apps?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45815/house-of-representatives-kills-cfpb-oversight-of-big-tech-payment-apps?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:35:00 GMT The US House of Representatives has followed the Senate in voting to overturn a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule that would give the watchdog oversight of tech giants such as Apple, Google and X, that offer digital payment apps and wallets. Anthropic hires former Stripe exec Guillaume Princen to lead European expansion https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45814/anthropic-hires-former-stripe-exec-guillaume-princen-to-lead-european-expansion?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/45814/anthropic-hires-former-stripe-exec-guillaume-princen-to-lead-european-expansion?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:05:00 GMT AI coding platform Anthropic has hired Guillaume Princen, the architect behind Stripe's European operations, as head of Emea, as the firm prepares to hire 100 new staff for a push into Europe. Paysera selects iPiD for payee verification https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105212/paysera-selects-ipid-for-payee-verification?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105212/paysera-selects-ipid-for-payee-verification?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:41:00 GMT Paysera, a financial technology company with 20 years of market experience, has announced a strategic partnership with iPiD, a global provider of payee verification solutions. Plum secures £15 million in venture debt from BBVA https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105211/plum-secures-15-million-in-venture-debt-from-bbva?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105211/plum-secures-15-million-in-venture-debt-from-bbva?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:38:00 GMT Smart money app Plum has secured £15m in debt financing from global financial group BBVA, following a transformational year of delivery. Ecommpay institutes A2A payments for Portuguese fuel payment app HiQi https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105210/ecommpay-institutes-a2a-payments-for-portuguese-fuel-payment-app-hiqi?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105210/ecommpay-institutes-a2a-payments-for-portuguese-fuel-payment-app-hiqi?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:44:00 GMT Portuguese fuel payment app HiQi, has joined forces with inclusive global payments platform, Ecommpay, to enable its customers to top up their credit account quickly and simply via their preferred payment method. Bank of Ireland begins rollout of c.650 new ATMs as part of €60m investment in branch network https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105209/bank-of-ireland-begins-rollout-of-c650-new-atms-as-part-of-60m-investment-in-branch-network?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105209/bank-of-ireland-begins-rollout-of-c650-new-atms-as-part-of-60m-investment-in-branch-network?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:46:00 GMT Bank of Ireland has begun the replacement of its entire ATM fleet as part of a €60 million investment in ATMs and branch improvements. Datactics supports Investec in the UK with FSCS digital data validation sandbox https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105208/datactics-supports-investec-in-the-uk-with-fscs-digital-data-validation-sandbox?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105208/datactics-supports-investec-in-the-uk-with-fscs-digital-data-validation-sandbox?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:10:00 GMT Datactics has developed a digital data validation sandbox for the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) designed to help assess data systems and processes prior to regulatory audits. Mena Fintech Association creates Open Finance Working Group https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105207/mena-fintech-association-creates-open-finance-working-group?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105207/mena-fintech-association-creates-open-finance-working-group?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:58:00 GMT The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA), the premier not-for-profit organisation dedicated to fostering fintech innovation across the Middle East and Africa is proud to announce the launch of its Open Finance Working Group, a groundbreaking initiative to drive innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity within the financial services ecosystem across the MENA region. IFast offer multi-currency account with high interest and cashback https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105206/ifast-offer-multi-currency-account-with-high-interest-and-cashback?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105206/ifast-offer-multi-currency-account-with-high-interest-and-cashback?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:54:00 GMT iFAST Global Bank (“iGB” or the “Bank”) is breaking new ground in UK banking with the launch of its first-of-its-kind Multi-Currency Current Account, an innovative solution that lets customers earn competitive interest rates on multiple currencies while being rewarded for their everyday debit card spending. TransferMate names Gary Conroy CEO https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105205/transfermate-names-gary-conroy-ceo?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105205/transfermate-names-gary-conroy-ceo?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 17:46:00 GMT TransferMate, the world’s leading provider of embedded B2B payments infrastructure as a service, today announced the appointment of Gary Conroy as its new Chief Executive Officer. Affirm joins MoreThanFair https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105203/affirm-joins-morethanfair?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105203/affirm-joins-morethanfair?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:30:00 GMT MoreThanFair, a community of organizations dedicated to improving access to affordable and inclusive credit for American consumers and small businesses, announced that Affirm had joined as its newest member. MoneyLion stockholders back Gen Digital acquisition https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105202/moneylion-stockholders-back-gen-digital-acquisition?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105202/moneylion-stockholders-back-gen-digital-acquisition?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:42:00 GMT MoneyLion Inc. (“MoneyLion”) (NYSE : ML) today announced that its stockholders voted to approve the definitive agreement with Gen Digital Inc. (“Gen Digital”) (NASDAQ : GEN). Aleta Planet powers cashless payments for Muslim consumers and businesses in Southeast Asia https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105200/aleta-planet-powers-cashless-payments-for--muslim-consumers-and-businesses-in-southeast-asia?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105200/aleta-planet-powers-cashless-payments-for--muslim-consumers-and-businesses-in-southeast-asia?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:25:00 GMT Singapore fintech Aleta Planet (AP) has launched MPLUS Aleta, an innovative digital payment app, to address the unique financial needs of Muslim communities across Southeast Asia, where many small and medium businesses and markets rely mostly on cash or credit card payments. Energy supplier Utilita rolls out NatWest's open banking payments solution Payit https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105199/energy-supplier-utilita-rolls-out-natwests-open-banking-payments-solution-payit?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/pressarticle/105199/energy-supplier-utilita-rolls-out-natwests-open-banking-payments-solution-payit?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:07:00 GMT The UK’s leader in smart Pay As You Go energy and the original pro-pocket, pro-planet supplier, Utilita, has rolled out NatWest’s multi award-winning1 open banking payments solution Payit™, to enable their customers to instantly add funds to their smart meter or wallet through the My Utilita app. Financial Risk Management and the Environmental Crocodile Analogy https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3240/financial-risk-management-and-the-environmental-crocodile-analogy?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3240/financial-risk-management-and-the-environmental-crocodile-analogy?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:47:00 GMT In this interview, Sandy Trust, Director of Sustainability Risk, Baillie Gifford joins the FinextraTV Unplugged studio to discuss how existing financial risk management disciplines align with the avoidance of environmental disruption through a crocodile analogy. As the lead author for a series of climate-related risk reports for The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, he reflects on the reception of the papers and the challenges and optimisms ahead. Dashboard mentioned: https://global-tipping-points.org/risk-dashboard/ Combating Cyber Threats: The role of AI, Partnerships and Education https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3234/combating-cyber-threats-the-role-of-ai-partnerships-and-education?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3234/combating-cyber-threats-the-role-of-ai-partnerships-and-education?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 GMT Joining the FinextraTV studio, Michele Centemero, EVP, Regional Services Lead, Mastercard, outlined the stark position the world is in when it comes to the cybersecurity threat we face. As technology increases, it becomes both the problem and the solution, Centemero discusses what the landscape currently looks like and how education and partnership are key to heading in the right direction. How Knowledge Bases Enable Trusted Insights https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3238/how-knowledge-bases-enable-trusted-insights?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3238/how-knowledge-bases-enable-trusted-insights?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 28 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT During a quiet period at the 2025 Communify Fincentric Experience, Yaela Shamberg, Chief Product Officer, sat down with FinextraTV to give her outlook on the current technological landscape. From the innovation of componentization, data knowledge bases and brand differentiation, Shamberg discusses the main optimisms for 2025 in Fintech. The Data Quality Issue: Not Just A Legacy System Problem https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3233/the-data-quality-issue-not-just-a-legacy-system-problem?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3233/the-data-quality-issue-not-just-a-legacy-system-problem?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT Joining the FinextraTV virtual studio, Andrew Colombi, Co-Founder & CTO, Tonic.ai discusses the current test data landscape and provides a number of fascinating insights on everything from quality data generation, synthetic test data usage and how both modern and legacy companies are struggling in different ways. Digital Transformation: Get a Handle on Your Data First https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3236/digital-transformation-get-a-handle-on-your-data-first?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3236/digital-transformation-get-a-handle-on-your-data-first?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT In this FinextraTV interview, Arsalan Minhas, AVP, Sales Engineering EMEA & APAC, Hyland and Matt Bazley, Account Executive, Hyland explain the evolution of digital transformation. Whilst discussing the usage of AI, blockchain and new-age technologies, they also define the importance of well-structured, transparent and secure data as a first priority What Does a Reimagined Banking World Look Like? https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3237/what-does-a-reimagined-banking-world-look-like?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3237/what-does-a-reimagined-banking-world-look-like?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:30:00 GMT In this FinextraTV interview, Saraswathy Parthasarathy, COO, Universal Banking, Finastra, opines on how technology is influencing and driving a reimagined banking world. We are not on the brink of a new era of financial services: the future is already here. According to Parthasarathy, we are living in a world where a customer-centric approach is the only way forward, financial products are integrated seamlessly into our lives and banking is no longer a separate service – it is value-based and can now be done on the go, enabling banks to keep up with changing customer preferences. The Importance of Trust, Transparency and Technology in Community Banking https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3235/the-importance-of-trust-transparency-and-technology-in-community-banking?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3235/the-importance-of-trust-transparency-and-technology-in-community-banking?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT Virtually joining the FinextraTV studio, Rick Sowers, President & CEO, CalPrivate Bank gives an insight into the world of community banking. As well as defining the difference between a community bank and a larger one, Sowers explains the fundamental importance of having trust in who you bank with and how technology continues to shape the future. Banking and Fintech; More Partnership than Competition https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3232/banking-and-fintech-more-partnership-than-competition?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3232/banking-and-fintech-more-partnership-than-competition?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT At one point, as the industry was first evolving in its technological innovation, banks and fintech firms often saw each other solely as competition. In this FinextraTV interview, Sarah Biller, Co-Founder, Mass Fintech Hub and Claire Verville, Head of Ventures & Strategic Partnerships, M&T Bank join the virtual studio to discuss how that has changed. From exploring the history of blossoming partnerships to extolling the benefits of collaboration in the modern era, Biller and Verville narrate the truth of a new interconnected industry of opportunity. GenAI, Agentic AI and Their Place in Modern Banking https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3231/genai-agentic-ai-and-their-place-in-modern-banking?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3231/genai-agentic-ai-and-their-place-in-modern-banking?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT Joining the FinextraTV studio, Barb Morgan, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Temenos discussed how a customer focus is shaping banking innovation. From adoption of cloud and SaaS, modular core banking modernization and the role of AI. How she believes that AI is actually no longer a buzz word, but an accepted part of the modern workplace. Along with the use case for real-time data, Morgan discusses the differences between GenAI and Agentic AI. Understanding and Leveraging GCCs for Transformational Growth https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3229/understanding-and-leveraging-gccs-for-transformational-growth?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3229/understanding-and-leveraging-gccs-for-transformational-growth?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT Speaking from the FinextraTV virtual studio, Sharada Nandakumar, CEO, Voya India and Roshan Shetty, BFSI & Public Services Head - Americas, Tech Mahindra help to define what Global Capability Centres are, why they can be so transformational and the challenges to securing great talent that come with them. The Impact of Political Change on Blockchain Integration https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3230/the-impact-of-political-change-on-blockchain-integration?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3230/the-impact-of-political-change-on-blockchain-integration?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT Miles Paschini, CEO, FV bank joins FinextraTV in the virtual studio to discuss the integration of blockchain into traditional banking, its misconceptions and how recent political changes might impact its future. Mambu: Predictions report provides expert insights for success in 2025 https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3228/mambu-predictions-report-provides-expert-insights-for-success-in-2025?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3228/mambu-predictions-report-provides-expert-insights-for-success-in-2025?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT With a new year comes new insights and in this FinextraTV interview, Anthony Nonnis, Global Head of Partnerships at Mambu, shares some of the key trends in financial services from Mambu’s 2025 Partner Predictions Report. Diving into some familiar topics such as Embedded Finance, AI and regulatory changes, Nonnis explains how financial institutions can build a modular, scalable approach to prepare for these changes. What Are 'Future Safaris' and The 5 L's to Success? https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3227/what-are-future-safaris-and-the-5-ls-to-success?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/videoarticle/3227/what-are-future-safaris-and-the-5-ls-to-success?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:00:00 GMT Joining FinextraTV from CES in Las Vegas, Todder Moning, Head of Applied Foresights, U.S. Bank, shares his insights into the innovations at CES and how they inform his team’s view on the future. From explaining the role of futurists in banking to describing his 5 Ls for success, Moning provides his tips for future-proofing in the financial industry. Transforming wealth management through macroeconomic insights https://www.finextra.com/event-info/549/transforming-wealth-management-through-macroeconomic-insights?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/549/transforming-wealth-management-through-macroeconomic-insights?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT How can wealth managers deliver confidence, clarity, and long-term value for their clients in an increasingly complex global financial landscape? Behavioural biometrics: Meeting the deployment challenge https://www.finextra.com/event-info/541/behavioural-biometrics-meeting-the-deployment-challenge?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/541/behavioural-biometrics-meeting-the-deployment-challenge?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 01 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT How should financial institutions deploy behavioural biometrics? A new era of KYC - why it’s time to redefine client onboarding https://www.finextra.com/event-info/550/a-new-era-of-kyc---why-its-time-to-redefine-client-onboarding?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/550/a-new-era-of-kyc---why-its-time-to-redefine-client-onboarding?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 08 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT How financial institutions can streamline their onboarding to create safer and faster processes, improve compliance, and boost customer satisfaction. Solving procurement challenges with embedded payments https://www.finextra.com/event-info/551/solving-procurement-challenges-with-embedded-payments?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/551/solving-procurement-challenges-with-embedded-payments?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 13 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT Discover the challenges and opportunities in procurement. Weathering macroeconomic headwinds: How should CFOs invest in tech? https://www.finextra.com/event-info/554/weathering-macroeconomic-headwinds-how-should-cfos-invest-in-tech?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/554/weathering-macroeconomic-headwinds-how-should-cfos-invest-in-tech?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 15 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT How should CFOs evolve back-office processes to drive growth and resilience? AI in the wrong hands: Exploring modern cybersecurity concerns https://www.finextra.com/event-info/553/ai-in-the-wrong-hands-exploring-modern-cybersecurity-concerns?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/553/ai-in-the-wrong-hands-exploring-modern-cybersecurity-concerns?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 20 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT How can financial institutions develop advanced, resistant AI strategies to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals? PaaS, cloud and instant payments in the spotlight: Overcoming outsourcing challenges https://www.finextra.com/event-info/557/paas-cloud-and-instant-payments-in-the-spotlight-overcoming-outsourcing-challenges?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/557/paas-cloud-and-instant-payments-in-the-spotlight-overcoming-outsourcing-challenges?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT How should banks be considering their strategic engines of choice when modernising operations with cloud solutions? The final countdown: What’s next for Verification of Payee? https://www.finextra.com/event-info/556/the-final-countdown-whats-next-for-verification-of-payee-?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/556/the-final-countdown-whats-next-for-verification-of-payee-?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT Verification of Payee (VOP) is around the corner. Are organisations ready? Why verticalisation matters: Unlocking success through tailored SMB propositions https://www.finextra.com/event-info/558/why-verticalisation-matters-unlocking-success-through-tailored-smb-propositions-?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/event-info/558/why-verticalisation-matters-unlocking-success-through-tailored-smb-propositions-?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Tue, 24 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT How can issuers better serve their SMB customers? Trends and predictions for contactless payments in a post-£100 limit in the UK https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28256/trends-and-predictions-for-contactless-payments-in-a-post-100-limit-in-the-uk?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28256/trends-and-predictions-for-contactless-payments-in-a-post-100-limit-in-the-uk?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:50:03 GMT Contactless payments in the UK account for a staggering portion of card transactions, making up aro How Gen AI and Automation Can Help Banks Absorb Chargeback Surge https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28253/how-gen-ai-and-automation-can-help-banks-absorb-chargeback-surge?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28253/how-gen-ai-and-automation-can-help-banks-absorb-chargeback-surge?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Wed, 09 Apr 2025 09:48:41 GMT Chargeback requests have been a feature of retail banking for years but in the last 12 months there ... From Reform to ROI: Why Uzbekistan is Gaining Ground as a Top Destination for Global Investors https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28268/from-reform-to-roi-why-uzbekistan-is-gaining-ground-as-a-top-destination-for-global-investors?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28268/from-reform-to-roi-why-uzbekistan-is-gaining-ground-as-a-top-destination-for-global-investors?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:59:29 GMT Author: Bekhzod Botirov, fintech expert, co-owner and member of the PayWay Supervisory Board In rec... Ethereum Whales Accumulate Amidst Price Dip https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28240/ethereum-whales-accumulate-amidst-price-dip?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28240/ethereum-whales-accumulate-amidst-price-dip?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:56:31 GMT It is no secret that Ethereum is one of the most important cryptocurrencies in the world. While Bitc... PSD2 didn’t fix banks. Will FIDA do? https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28252/psd2-didnt-fix-banks-will-fida-do?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed https://www.finextra.com/blogposting/28252/psd2-didnt-fix-banks-will-fida-do?utm_medium=rssfinextra&utm_source=finextrafeed Wed, 09 Apr 2025 08:50:25 GMT It's been around 10 years since the PSD2 legislation. Let's try to understand whether the goals of t...