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Igor Kostyuchenok

Igor Kostyuchenok Managing Director at IKFT

Will the Euro collapse

European economy's locomotive, Germany, is swiftly moving towards the largest financial crisis since the introduction of Euro. Lack of cheap energy sources, coming trade war with US and China, billions spent on trying to tame Russia and accomodate millions of refugees - all these factors made German economy not competitive. Europe is a slow movin...

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Morgan Williams

Morgan Williams Director of B2CORE at B2BROKER

Yes, CRM Systems can Boost your Corporate ROI!

AI models give fintech startups a competitive advantage. Automation increases efficiency in financial processes. The main challenge is the reliability and adaptability of AI into CRM systems. AI-powered CRM systems can be tremendously helpful to all sizes of businesses, even those with limited budgets In today's reality, we employ automation in ma...

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Prakash Bhudia

Prakash Bhudia HOD – Product & Growth at Deriv

Bitcoin vs Gold in 2025: The safe haven debate reignites

As financial markets navigate uncertainty in 2025, investors are once again debating the ultimate safe-haven asset: gold or Bitcoin? Recent price movements have only fueled the discussion. While Bitcoin has hovered around $81,000 after a slight 2.6% pullback, gold has surged past $2,917, reflecting a classic flight to stability amid economic conce...

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Teo Blidarus

Teo Blidarus CEO and Co-Founder at FintechOS

Improving insurance with a shift to life-centricity

Insurance is no longer just about policies and claims. The industry is beginning to focus on customer protection and support. Instead of fixed coverage, insurers are designing solutions that fit into everyday life. Traditional models often fail to meet modern expectations. Customers now want coverage that adapts to their financial, health and l...

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James Strudwick

James Strudwick Executive Director at Starknet Foundation

Reclaiming the Inclusive Spirit of Web3

The emergence of Bitcoin didn’t just mark a new technological innovation - it brought with it an implicit promise of creating a fairer, more inclusive financial system. The new digital currency would surpass the restrictions associated with centralised fiat by transcending borders and eliminating intermediaries regardless of geography, class or cr...

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Event Report

Using modern technology platforms to create an AI-driven bank

In the rapidly advancing banking sector, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become less of a choice and more of a crucial stepping stone. The industry is facing a turning point in the adoption of AI where organisations either embrace the opportunities in front of them or risk falling behind.  The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has ushered in a new era of digital transformation. In banking operations, the integration of AI presents an opportunity for significant growth. However, this integration is not without its challenges. Banks are dealing with more data than ever before, and managing this information effectively is a crucial hurdle to overcome. From ensuring data accuracy and relevance to adhering to privacy regulations, these challenges require careful consideration.  The decision to incorporate AI should be a strategic one, aimed at addressing specific business challenges and not just a nod to the latest trend. Identifying growth-inhibiting challenges and evaluating the viability of AI as a solution is a practical and cost-effective approach.  This report highlights the key takeaways of a Finextra webinar, hosted in association with Red Hat, by a panel of industry experts. Discover:  Overcoming barriers in integrating AI into banking systems;  AI integration: A strategic approach; and  Effective utilisation of AI in business operations and risk mitigation.   

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The US Instant Payments Landscape: Navigating Growth and Challenges

The increasing demand for instant payment solutions is a key trend driving the adoption of faster payments. This webinar report explores what is holding instant payments back in the US.  In the US, real-time payments (RTP) have grown significantly since The Clearing House introduced them in 2017. Currently, the RTP network covers approximately 70% of customer accounts in the US, with transaction volumes and values rising dramatically. The Federal Reserve’s FedNow service, launched in mid-2023, has also contributed to this growth, processing a substantial number of payments in its initial quarters. These networks provide low-cost, efficient payment solutions that are gaining popularity for both consumer and business transactions.  Despite this progress, challenges remain in the adoption of faster payments. Interoperability between different payment systems and networks is a primary issue. While domestic instant payments are becoming more common, cross-border instant payments face obstacles due to the complexity of multi-currency transactions and varying regulations across countries. Additionally, the regulatory environment in the US does not mandate the adoption of faster payments, which can slow down the pace of implementation compared to other markets with regulatory mandates.  This report highlights the key takeaways of a Finextra webinar, hosted for the PREDICT 2025 campaign, by a panel of industry experts. It aims to answer:  What is holding Faster Payments back in the US and how much progress can be attributed to open banking and the ISO 20022 standard? Which applications of Faster Payments in the UK are transferrable to the US? With RtP and FedNow, how much choice is too much choice? What evidence is there that the financial services industry is at a tipping point and technology must be leveraged to ramp up adoption?

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Confirmation of Payee progress and APP fraud mitigation: Where are we now?

This report compares Confirmation of Payee progress and APP fraud mitigation across EMEA, APAC and North America, and features expert commentary from AccessPay, Bottomline, Finastra and NatWest.  APP fraud losses are expected to double across EMEA, APAC and North America, and legislation mandating CoP on a national or regional basis must be established across the globe. It is estimated that APP fraud losses in the UK, India and the UK will hit $5.25 billion, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 21% across the 2022-2026 period, according to an ACI Worldwide and GlobalData report.  Action must be taken, and if regulations are not put in place, financial institutions and PSPs must ensure they are leveraging technology solutions to bolster verification mechanisms themselves. Striking the balance between protecting the end customers, adding minimal friction to processes, and assessing fraud prevention procedures will be a cumbersome, yet important, project.  This Finextra report, produced in association with LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, explores how to meet that need, and:  The state of play for APP fraud and misdirected payment fraud across EMEA, APAC, and North America;  How success stories in EMEA will set the trend for other regions;  The impact non-CoP initiation in APAC will have on international payments; and  What the future holds for technology solutions that can detect account activity in North America. 

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Understanding and Leveraging GCCs for Transformational Growth

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.

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Madhvi Sonia

Madhvi Sonia Head of Content at Finextra

Quantum computing will reach its inflection point in 2029: How investors should prepare

In a recent discussion with Finextra, Anders Indset, a business author and investor based in Frankfurt, Germany, shares his insights on the future of quantum computing and its potential to revolutionise industries. He discusses the evolution of the quantum economy, highlighted the rapid advancements in quantum technology, and shares his thoughts o...

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Dominic Lowres

Dominic Lowres Head Electronic Trading at Investec

Low-touch trading: Why personal service still matters

The past decade has seen a steady shift towards automated trading, propelled by ongoing technological innovations and relentless cost pressures. While this trend will undoubtedly continue, an overly narrow focus on costs risks diverting attention from the real needs of clients. The winners in the future of trading technology will be those who succ...

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Hamish Monk

Hamish Monk Senior Reporter at Finextra

What is APP reimbursement?

In October 2024, the Authorised Push Payment (APP) victim reimbursement scheme came into effect, under rules from the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR). The scheme means that Payment service providers (PSPs) are obliged to reimburse victims of APP fraud, up to £85,000 – and PSR asks that the value of reimbursement be split 50/50 between the sending...

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