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 resting on our laurels but rather we have all been busy working hard on our own ventures including our side venture – RegTech Connect. Industry … Continue reading "NZTech Q&A: Sonya Williams"
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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 topics including reducing licensing barriers for digital banks, surcharge fees feedback and the possibility of developing a fintech sandbox with some incorporated thinking on identity … Continue reading "NZTech Q&A: Sonya Williams"
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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 digital tools are enabling businesses and individual customers to better understand and reduce the risk of natural hazards’ Auckland event on 28 November. If you … Continue reading "NZTech Q&A: Sonya Williams"
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Sonya Williams is driven to solve big problems using technology and wants to help more people do the same! She has recently been appointed as NZTech board intern and shares her startup story. What set you on the path to becoming an entrepreneur? The desire to make investing more accessible. I've
December 10, 2017
FinTechNZ has created an Insurtech working group in response to a huge level of interest from the insurance industry. The New Zealand Financial Innovation and Technology Association (FinTechNZ) was established early this year to bring together an inclusive community of financial service providers, t
December 6, 2017
Last week, FinTechNZ was part of a 20 strong New Zealand delegation to the Singapore FinTech Festival where we signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Singapore FinTech which forms part of the ASEAN FinTech Network, so if you are considering business in Asia please get in touch. Personally, a k
November 24, 2017
At the start of the week long FinTech Festival in Singapore, FinTechNZ participated in the launch of the ASEAN FinTech Network. The event was hosted by Singapore FinTech Association (SFA). Our Kiwi group of businesses were there alongside 300 other attendees from Asia and other parts of the worl
November 14, 2017
Industry body FinTechNZ grew membership by about 10 per cent on the back of a buoyant annual conference for the sector last week in Auckland. According to the hardest-working man in FinTechNZ (or general manager), James Brown, the sold-out Finnotec show generated a surge in interest that pushed t
November 8, 2017
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has published commentary on initial coin offers (ICOs) and cryptocurrency services alongside online resources for investors. Innovation is increasingly shaping financial services and regulators globally are considering their responses. The FMA wants to facili
November 2, 2017
With the recent change of Government, we have an opportunity to engage with the new Minister on matters that impact us the most in the financial services and technology communities. Be part of shaping the FinTech future of New Zealand. Please complete this short survey to learn what is important
October 31, 2017
Last week, the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) announced its proposal to leapfrog the 2019 Financial Advisors Act law reform, in order to allow the provision of online advice. This is great news for the country! There was plenty to celebrate last week with milestone figures being announced at
October 26, 2017
At FinTechNZ's recent Spring Connect Events, we discussed the major disruption traditional insurance firms are now facing and the need for insurers to evolve. The series, held in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch explored insurance technology innovation, including Frankie, New Zealand's first AI
October 25, 2017