05/29/2017
Irish technology company announces Dublin office expansion
This new Fintech offering will contribute to a predicted growth for Aspira of 128% over the next three years.
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05/29/2017
Cecabank and Grant Thornton create the first Blockchain Banking Consortium in Spain
Our intention is to help Cecabank to implement the technologies necessary for its companies to be the first to make good use of the advantages that blockchain is expected to produce
05/29/2017
Big Russian bank wants to use drones to deliver cash
The main problem is security, because drones are easily intercepted and shot down.
05/29/2017
Are Banks About to Operate Completely Online?
The evolution of online banking has rapidly changed the way people transact with one another, merchants, and service providers.
05/28/2017
NatWest trials new app ClearSpend to control company card payments
NatWest is trialling a new app for growing businesses that tracks and controls company card payments, so that managers can keep on top of transactions as they happen.
05/28/2017
Aviva eyeing AI and big data in bid to become fintech firm
Aviva launched the technology hub for product development in 2015 after ploughing millions of pounds into an innovation strategy that failed.
05/28/2017
'I prefer planet-friendly investments': Ethical bank Triodos opening its first current account for customers
The Triodos Bank current account can be opened and operated online – and also by mobile phone app.
05/26/2017
Boutique asset managers: The path to scale By Lee Burchell
Regulations (e.g. Basel III) have made banks more conscious of their costs and margins, so they are prioritising work with larger tier-one/tier-two asset management firms instead of boutiques.
05/25/2017
It’s time to stop robo-advice mislabelling
‘We are discretionary wealth managers, but the difference is we use technology for the investment model and the onboarding process as well.’
05/25/2017
E-residency program announces e-banking partnership with Finland's Holvi
The newly-announced partnership with Holvi now also eliminates the need for Estonian e-residents to travel to Estonia in order to access business banking, according to an Enterprise Estonia press release.
05/25/2017
Russian Central Bank Wants to Treat Bitcoin As Digital Commodity
Russia is on the way to adopting formal regulations on cryptocurrency from 2018
05/24/2017
BBVA launches open banking business
Initially, only Spanish customers of BBVA will be able to use this market
05/24/2017
P2P lender ArchOver granted full FCA authorisation
ArchOver also partners with Coface, the world-leading provider of credit insurance and debt recovery services, to offer additional security.
05/24/2017
IRESS enhances Whole of Life offering
The results screen now includes an additional column to enable users to review the features at a glance and amend the basis of the quote if necessary.
05/23/2017
Russian Hackers Use Malware To Target Mobile Banking System
When the malware had been planted onto the unsuspecting victim’s phones, the criminals sent text messages from the devices instructing banks to transfer money to accounts controlled by the hackers.
05/23/2017
CKB chooses Misys to transform digital banking
Montenegro’s leading bank to overhaul online and mobile channels to improve customer experience and boost sales
05/23/2017
ERI has joined the F10 FinTech Incubator & Accelerator
The accelerator already has a proven track record of innovation, acceleration and product creation for financial services.
05/23/2017
CivilisedBank gains banking licence
Civilised plans on having up to 80 bankers over the next five years in most of the major towns across the UK.
05/23/2017
Smith & Williamson latest to embrace AI trend with new fund
Smith & Williamson is taking things a step further by harnessing AI technology in the investment process itself.
05/22/2017
Scottish firm, Drummond Miller, selects Eclipse’s Proclaim Practice Management system in a substantial investment
The firm recognises the level of importance its clients place on their cases, and is committed to providing a high standard of service - delivering common sense legal advice and practical solutions to all client requirements.