Janine Grainger CEO at Easy Crypto
As of mid-2024, there are nearly 40,000 crypto ATMs scattered across the globe, with the United States commanding an impressive 82% of market share. The surge in physical touchpoints for digital currency is more than just a trend; it's part of a rapidly expanding ecosystem projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 63.4% from 2024 to 2...
1 hour /inclusion /crypto
Ben Lane VP of Colleague Experience Group at American Express UK
Annual initiatives such as ‘World Wellbeing Week’, which happened earlier this summer, are crucial for highlighting the importance of promoting and supporting well-being, including in the workplace. The real unlock happens when organisations put the focus on well-being year-round. Putting our colleagues at the center of everything we do including ...
12 hours /people Change Management
Dirk Emminger Managing Director at knowing finance
Introduction to an AI Series with 8 Articles A different view on AI is needed In the banking sector, as of summer 2024, artificial intelligence remains largely in the background, or, when in use, mainly within operations and occasionally in innovation labs. When AI does play a role in the front-end, it is typically in presentation rather than i...
13 hours /ai /retail Innovation in Financial Services
Ben O'Brien Managing Director at Jaywing
Recently, the UK Government called upon key regulators—including the ICO, FCA, and Bank of England (which incorporates the PRA)—to outline their strategic approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI). In response, the Bank of England highlighted various existing regulations that demonstrate its capacity to supervise AI. Notably, SS1/23 featured prom...
14 hours /ai /regulation
Guy Melamed CEO at Exberry
As technology advances and market dynamics shift, the need for exchanges to adapt and innovate has never been more pressing. Exchanges trying to deal with today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape face a critical question: Are you truly prepared for the future? But what does it mean to be "future ready"? And why is it crucial for a...
15 hours /markets Capital Markets Technology
Nikunj Gundaniya Product manager at Digipay.guru
The digital transformation of businesses has sped up the adoption of various technologies, and one of the most significant shifts has been the move towards eKYC solutions. This is very important for eKYC because it assists in preventing fraud, ensures regulatory compliance, and improves customer experiences. However, implementing eKYC solutio
15 hours /payments /inclusion
Cross-border payments have become an integral part of the global trade, enabling small businesses to explore the international market. However, international payment methods for small business are quite complex and may come with different challenges including steep prices, volatile exchange rates, and slow transaction processing periods. For
15 hours /retail /inclusion Fintech
Ruchi Rathor Founder at Payomatix Technologies
Trends in Financial Services and the Role of AI The financial services industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, changing consumer expectations, and evolving regulatory landscapes. Among the various technologies reshaping this sector, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as a key driver of inn...
22 hours /ai /payments Trends in Financial Services
Sergiy Fitsak Managing Director, Fintech Expert at Softjourn
For many companies today, the question is no longer "Should we migrate to the cloud?" but "What should we migrate, and how quickly should we do it?" By understanding the challenges involved in large-scale cloud migrations, businesses can create more effective implementation strategies and avoid common pitfalls such as security...
27 August 2024 /payments /retail Banking Strategy, Digital and Transformation
Alex Kreger Founder & CEO at UXDA
Financial product owners face unique challenges that require staying ahead of the curve with innovative design strategies. Financial services must not only be efficient and user-friendly but also align with business goals and regulatory requirements. The key to success lies in mastering design concepts that enhance user experience, streamline cont...
27 August 2024 /retail /devops Innovation in Financial Services
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