09/22/2016
Changes to internal models used by UK insurance firms under Solvency II
The PRA has published a supervisory statement (SS12/16) on changes to internal models used by UK insurance firms under Solvency II. The supervisory statement covers:
FinTech
09/21/2016
Asset managers quick to adopt blockchain
Research finds two-thirds of firms will use technology by 2021
09/21/2016
The Evolution of Digital Asset Management
Digital Asset Management (DAM), as we know it, has disappeared.
09/21/2016
Suspected Russia-based stealth banking malware Qadars Trojan sets sights on 18 UK banks
The latest version of the Trojan prompts users into unknowingly providing system admin access and steals credentials.
09/21/2016
No likelihood of blockchain revolution occurring any time soon, says Bank of England
He further emphasized that in many cases, reform to outdated business processes will need to precede any application of the technology itself.
09/21/2016
Nucleus wins Platform of the year accolade at 2016 UK Platform Awards
Much as we are delighted to have won our awards, we are also delighted to see Transact acknowledged for the key role they have played in the evolution of the platform market
09/20/2016
Infosys and Huawei launch cloud-based universal banking capability
Startup Banks To Create New Propositions for Customers in the UK
09/20/2016
Cofunds defiant on tech upgrade costs as profits sink to £73k
Aegon has budgeted £80m all-in for the tech integration, while Old Mutual Wealth is expected to pay £450m for its replatforming.
09/20/2016
Everest Group recognises Avaloq as Star Performer in Capital Markets BPO
Another stand out success is Avaloq’s continued expansion in the retail banking space
09/20/2016
FinTech provides ray of light for financial directors fearing profits squeeze
The figures highlight the ripple effect that the capital’s thriving FinTech scene is having across other sectors across the UK with law firms enjoying the fruits of funding deals, investment and regulatory work.
09/20/2016
Dion Global Solutions supports Hargreave Hale growth
We hope that this relationship will continue to flourish as we seek to enhance the service provided to our customers.
09/20/2016
This app lets you open a bank account from your phone in 15 minutes
We managed to register and open an account via the app in around 15 minutes.
09/20/2016
Misys unveils Platform-as-a-Service strategy, opens up core platforms for third parties
FusionFabric.cloud will be commercially available in the course of 2017
09/19/2016
German fintech start-ups lure frustrated savers
Start-ups such as Savedo excite interest in the hunt for yield
09/19/2016
More banks join Sentinel as initiative prepares for MiFID II implementation
Project Sentinel numbers increase as initiative starts work with its short-listed technology partners
09/19/2016
French Bank BNP is Testing Blockchain for Mini-Bonds
As part of this drive, BNP Paribas revealed earlier this month that it is seeking to engage more of its employees in its blockchain efforts.
09/19/2016
Banks must grasp biometrics opportunity, Visa
Banks need to mobilise to provide these payment solutions and meet growing consumer appetite for biometric authentication methods, especially among younger consumers.
09/19/2016
Sumitomo Mitsui Europe Deploys End User Computing Management Solution
This will encourage broader ‘ownership’ of risk management.
09/19/2016
Asset and Wealth Management sector seems oblivious of FinTech opportunities
Banking and payments industries offer palpable examples of FinTechs changing the financial sector by offering new solutions that are visibly disturbing traditional players.
09/19/2016
Industry Experts take to stage for Fintech EUROPE London 2016
The speakers represent many industry leading organisations and have extensive experience which contributes to their interesting, stimulating and insightful topics all very relevant in the post Brexit economy.