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 "FinTechNZ Executive Council Elections 2024"
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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 "FinTechNZ Executive Council Elections 2024"
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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 "FinTechNZ Executive Council Elections 2024"
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The annual meeting of the New Zealand Financial Innovation and Technology Association (FinTechNZ) is coming soon meaning election season is now upon us! This is your opportunity to help shape the future of FintechNZ. FinTechNZ was established to contribute to the prosperity of New Zealand t
September 13, 2024
Welcome to this month’s Sustainable Finance update. Discover our latest insights and upcoming events. AI Hackathon winners pitching at Aotearoa AI Summit We were stoked to see the AI Hackathon this year focus on solving real-world problems, from protecting water resources, fighting climate
August 22, 2024
Ready to take your startup to the next level? The 2024 Mini Accelerator is now available for early-stage startups. This five week programme for 10 Wellington based founders includes a series of workshops covering startup success fundamentals. You will: Gain new skills and build your roadm
August 22, 2024
Kia ora, Aotearoa New Zealand’s financial landscape is undergoing a change with the rise of digital banks, also known as challenger or neobanks. Over recent months, three local fintechs; Dosh, Emerge and Debut have announced plans to expand their offerings, moving towa
July 25, 2024
Sustainable FinTech working group (SFWG) update: insights, strategies, and future events The recent video meeting of the Sustainable FinTech Working Group (SFWG) brought together key players from across the sustainable fintech sector to share insights, developments, and strategies. You can hear
July 25, 2024
July fun fact, in July 1981 IBM’s first desktop computer, the System/23 Deskmaster was introduced, how many of you can remember the early days of tech? Nowadays we have computers that evolve their own learning and can mimic humans! For some of us that has been a lifetime, but what a lifetime and
July 25, 2024
Kia ora, This month, we’re focusing on the significance of growing export capabilities, addressing underlying challenges for local fintechs, investment and growth. The route to scaled, export-led growth is often considered essential for many fintechs to survive and thrive. It’s a pivotal
June 20, 2024
We now have the opportunity to take the lead in driving our country’s bid to meet our 2030 climate emissions targets under the Paris Agreement, says FinTechNZ’s Leeanna Kohn-Hardy. It is clear from recent budgetary announcements that reliance on government action alone is inadequate. The privat
June 20, 2024
FinTechNZ recently conducted an export-focused survey to gain a deeper understanding of the needs and challenges faced by our sector. The insights gathered from this survey will help strategically guide our focus. Primarily, this is aimed at building sector capacity to support scaled export growth.
June 20, 2024