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Ukraine: How fintech can prove itself to be a force for good

As the entire world watches on, trying to assist the plight of the Ukrainian people in whatever way they can, we’re also seeing industries adapt and tailor services to reach those most in need. Fintech is no exception. Speaking with fintechs including the NEAR Foundation, Griffin, GC Partners, Skymind, Banked, and Azimo, we have compiled their pers...

10 March 2022 /inclusion

International Women’s Day: Addressing gender bias in AI

Hamish Monk Senior Reporter at Finextra

International Women’s Day: Addressing gender bias in AI

One of the key missions of International Women’s Day 2022 is to celebrate digital advancement and champion the women spearheading innovation. With every development, however, it is important to ensure gender equity is baked into the system. While bias may be a fact of life, it doesn’t need to become a feature of our technologies too; #BreaktheBias...

08 March 2022 /inclusion

The Westminster Series: Back cash and stop exclusion

Chris Holmes Peer at House of Lords

The Westminster Series: Back cash and stop exclusion

Cash is having a bit of a time of it, already in sharp decline, the Covid lockdown has further impacted its currency. ATM withdrawals are down 80% in London, and though significant, this decline is not, and must not be allowed to become a terminal inevitability. Cash retains a vital role in our communities, it remains essential for millions and, w...

02 June 2021 /inclusion

We are what we invest in: The importance of gender lens investing

Hamish Monk Senior Reporter at Finextra

We are what we invest in: The importance of gender lens investing

What is gender lens investing? How do we advance gender diversity and inclusion in the fintech and renewable energy sectors? Can we accurately measure the impact of gender-smart investment? Answering these questions successfully will have a profoundly positive impact on the global economy. At SME Finance Forum’s virtual webinar ‘Gender Lens...

14 April 2021 /inclusion

What does a Carney appointment mean for Stripe’s board?

Paige McNamee

What does a Carney appointment mean for Stripe’s board?

Mark Carney, current UN special envoy for climate action and head of impact investing for Brookfield Asset Management was recently announced as Stripe’s newest board member. He joins an esteemed group and will undoubtedly bring with him a fervour to push a green agenda. His profile will likely assist in Stripe’s global expansion projects, and their...

24 February 2021 /inclusion

Cutting through the hype of personal identity

Madhvi Sonia Head of Content at Finextra

Cutting through the hype of personal identity

As we progress further into 2020, it is evident that the issues and opportunities surrounding the topic of identity within the financial services marketplace are undergoing fundamental change. Because of technological advance, digital verification is playing a larger part in banking. Developments such as social media and mobile phones have provide...

27 January 2020 /inclusion

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