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 "NZ Fintech Summit offers a journey of discovery!"
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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 "NZ Fintech Summit offers a journey of discovery!"
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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 "NZ Fintech Summit offers a journey of discovery!"
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Last month’s highly engaging NZ FinTech Summit hosted a diverse range of speakers taking everyone on a journey of discovery and opportunity. Binu Paul, Finnotec shares the common themes that emerged from the summit: AI presents endless opportunities Advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI)
December 12, 2018
CEOs and managers often struggle to move beyond day-to-day business demands because the focus is "keeping the car on the road" rather than strategic or long term direction. Paul Adams, Chief Executive Officer, EverEdge Global CEOs and managers often struggle to move beyond day-to-day business de
December 11, 2018
Welcome to the new FinTechNZ Executive Council; Chris Barton from Xero, Nicola Dorward from NIB, Neil Roberts from Harmoney and Tim Larkin from Dacreed who are joining us in 2019. Thanks to all who attended the Annual Meeting, there was a great turnout and many insights were shared by the leadershi
November 21, 2018
The NZ fintech summit next week is crucial for the future of financial technology in New Zealand, virtual assistant company FaceMe chief executive Danny Tomsett says. The summit in Auckland on November 29 includes most of the country’s leading financial tech specialists. Tomsett, a key speaker
November 20, 2018
New Zealand can lead the world in financial technology, or fintech, which will totally transform the financial services industry economy, Xero small business director Nicole Buisson says. Buisson is a key speaker at a major fintech summit in Auckland on November 29 which will bring Kiwi fintech i
November 20, 2018
Albertus Smith, CEO of VerifyUnion, shares some insights into the company’s connection with FinTechNZ: Who is representing VerifyUnion in the FinTechNZ community? Albertus (AJ) Smith is a Business Strategist, Mentor, Serial-Entrepreneur and FinTech-experienced CEO. He has founded or co-founde
November 19, 2018
Avani Vyas, Senior Underwriter at Delta Insurance, on why businesses need to protect their IP rights. High profile Intellectual Property lawsuits, two involving New Zealand-based companies, have grabbed the headlines recently. The cases have a serious financial impact on the balance sheets of the
November 19, 2018
Tiffany Ryan, Westpac NZ Head of Financial Crime and Protective Services, shares her predictions for the future of fraud prevention in the FinTech sector. As technology continues to evolve, so too does the sophistication of fraudsters. Ninety per cent of New Zealanders are concerned about being sca
November 19, 2018
FinTech Scotland member James Varga gives an outsider’s perspective on what Open Banking might mean for New Zealand. I've watched with interest, albeit from a great distance, news relating to Open Banking coming out of New Zealand. I noted only recently, Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affair
November 19, 2018