11 September 2025
The annual meeting of the New Zealand Financial Innovation and Technology Association (FinTechNZ) is coming soon and that means election season is now upon us!
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17 December 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of progress and potential across the fintech ecosystem. From policy milestones to exciting developments in innovation and regulation, it’s clear that Aotearoa’s fintech sector is continuing to make its mark and we have a big year coming in 2025.
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21 November 2024
Catch up on open banking progress, key takeaways from The Point, and the latest fintech news from Aotearoa and beyond.
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18 November 2024
It’s nearing the end of a busy year, and whilst RegTech NZ has been in a bit of a hibernation for most of it (very few events) we’ve not been … Continue reading "Annual Meeting & Executive Council Elections 2025"
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07 November 2024
We’re delighted to share the first edition of the Aotearoa New Zealand Open Banking Ecosystem Map and Report 2024.
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24 October 2024
Kia ora, Last month, I discussed our continued engagement with Hon Andrew Bayley, marking a new high point for sector collaboration. We’re preparing for a third meeting to address key … Continue reading "Annual Meeting & Executive Council Elections 2025"
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23 October 2024
Welcome to this month’s Sustainable Finance update. Discover our latest insights and upcoming events. UPDATES: Upcoming events We have been liaising with InsurTech regarding speakers for their ‘How data and … Continue reading "Annual Meeting & Executive Council Elections 2025"
Read More The annual meeting of the New Zealand Financial Innovation and Technology Association (FinTechNZ) is coming soon and that means election season is now upon us! FinTechNZ was established to contribute to the prosperity of New Zealand through technology innovation. FinTechNZ brings together a nati
September 11, 2025
It’s event season! I'm keeping this month's newsletter short and focused—highlighting key events, major conferences, international opportunities, and a few recent member updates. With just three months to go before regulated Open Banking arrives in New Zealand, interest in fintech is soaring
August 29, 2025
Each month, I try to find a way to pack in all the news and updates into this newsletter in an easy-to-read format without making it too long. I'm not sure this is ever especially successful, and indeed, this month I am struck by the same challenge. As our ecosystem grows more active, we are s
August 1, 2025
Global ambitions, fintech for good, working group outcomes, new partnerships, international engagement, and the upcoming Ramp Up FinTech Expo. Last month, our board set a bold new vision: for 'Aotearoa New Zealand to become a globally renowned fintech nation'. Some may wonder if this is rea
June 30, 2025
Outside my legal day job, I’m currently the Co-Chair of Fintech NZ. As the industry body for fintech in New Zealand, we’re constantly thinking about how to shift the dial for the sector in this country. As part of our recent strategy discussions, we’ve talked about a “north star” fo
June 30, 2025
Contributed by: Ruth Riviere, Country Manager, Mastercard New Zealand and Pacific Islands As you may know, next month, the Commerce Commission (ComCom) is due to make an announcement on its proposed interchange intervention. If you aren’t across it, or thought it was only relevant if your busi
June 27, 2025
May 2025 has been a pivotal month for New Zealand's fintech sector. The market is heating up dramatically – a simple metric is the four major fintech players launching mainstream advertising campaigns this month alone, a level of retail marketing activity unprecedented in Aotearoa/NZ, except perh
May 30, 2025
As we reach the midpoint of 2025, New Zealand's fintech sector stands at a critical juncture. The decisions made in the coming months will determine whether we emerge as a globally competitive ecosystem or remain constrained by regulatory uncertainty and market fragmentation. For those who know
May 29, 2025
Kia ora, Building on the momentum from March's FinTech Hui Taumata, April has been a month of significant policy engagement for FinTechNZ. With the government at mid-electoral cycle and the Consumer Data Right (CDR) Bill now passed, we're leveraging these learnings to seize critical opportu
April 17, 2025