913 Results from /startups
Katherine Chan CEO at Juice
Financial exclusion is not just a social issue, it's an economic waste. SMEs are the backbone of the global economies, yet too many of them find it hard to access capital, not for lack of potential, but because mainstream financial systems are not structured to serve them. Adam Smith, in The Wealth of Nations, wrote: "It is not from the bene...
07 March 2025 /startups /inclusion Fintech
Rowan Clayton Chief Product Officer at finova
In an era where modernisation and automation are changing the face of financial services, UK banks must embrace composable architecture to stay competitive and to offer a foundation to support their next phase of growth. New SaaS and PaaS solutions are central to this transformation. The ability to take advantage of emerging technologies such as O...
05 March 2025 /retail /startups Banking Architecture
Early 2025 in the British economic landscape is a complex one for SMEs. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has adjusted its forecast of UK GDP growth to 1.7% this year, highlighting cautious optimism in light of ongoing global uncertainties. While financial inclusion has been a core fintech mission, many SMEs, most ...
28 February 2025 /startups /inclusion Fintech
Vinothkumar Kolluru Senior Data Scientist at Fractal Analytics
Introduction Learning isn’t just about memorizing facts or cramming information. It’s about understanding how knowledge applies in the real world. Context-driven learning enhances retention and comprehension by embedding learning experiences in real-life scenarios. With the advancement of digital education, context-driven learning apps are revolut...
25 February 2025 /ai /startups Artificial Intelligence
Financial inclusion has been a fintech buzzword for years, yet 2025 appears to be the one year where we finally see real momentum… or maybe not. As governments, banks, and fintechs try out various methods of plugging financial gaps, the question is: are we really heading in the right direction? Throughout the UK, policymakers have made financia...
21 February 2025 /startups /inclusion Fintech
Ekaterina Andreeva Software Engineer at Kriya Finance Limited
Digitalization Trends in B2C and B2B B2B eCommerce – or products and services exchange between companies via electronic platforms – is growing at a towering rate. According to Statista’s report, its share in the B2B e-commerce market in the UK rose to 46% in 2024 from 33% in 2023 and it is projected to be 56% by the end of 2025. That is quite an ...
20 February 2025 /startups /inclusion Fintech
Ivan Aleksandrov CSO | Fintech Licensing, Core banking & BaaS at Advapay
This article offers insights into the number of e-money and payment institution licenses issued in the EU in 2024, along with a three-year comparison. If you're evaluating the best jurisdiction for your business, this comprehensive analysis will help you make an informed decision. Licensing Data Used in the Analysis This analysis presents combined...
18 February 2025 /regulation /startups Fintech
Joris Lochy Product Manager at Intix | Co-founder at Capilever
A few weeks ago, I was discussing the challenges facing the Belgian company Agfa-Gevaert with colleagues. Once a cornerstone of the Belgian economy as a leader in photographic materials, the company now faces the repercussions of declining sales. Over the next three years, it plans to cut nearly 530 jobs. Agfa-Gevaert’s struggles symbolize a broa
17 February 2025 /startups /predictions Financial Transformation
Kristine Jakovleva Chief Marketing Officer at Advapay
Canada's Money Services Business (MSB) registration is gaining traction among fintech entrepreneurs looking for a swift and cost-effective way to enter the financial services market. This article explores the benefits and drawbacks of launching a business under the MSB registration, comparing it to licensing options in the EU. Advantages of MSB Re...
17 February 2025 /regulation /startups Fintech
2025 is a defining moment for fintech. Indeed, the sector is innovating wildly, driven by embedded finance, alternative lending models, and AI; it's also being reshaped by new regulations and shifts in funding. The last year has been a real test of the resilience of financial services as investments start to tighten, economic uncertainty increases...
14 February 2025 /startups /predictions Fintech
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