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 "Connecting for FinTech opportunities"
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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 "Connecting for FinTech opportunities"
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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 "Connecting for FinTech opportunities"
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The FinTechNZ summer event series began last week in Wellington, (Christchurch and Auckland to follow) focused on innovation in finance and lending, including InsurTech and a cryptocurrency update . Financial Services Federation's (FSF) Lyn McMorran explained how the FSF represents New Zealand
February 15, 2018
Happy Birthday FinTechNZ, one year old! What an amazing year it has been; member growth ahead of expectations, fantastic feedback from our events, great examples of startups and corporates working together. We could not have done it without our members and partners who have a keen interest in elevat
February 15, 2018
Happy New Year and I trust you relaxed during the festive period because it's full steam ahead for FinTechNZ in 2018! Last week, when I was speaking with the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) it was very clear to me, how aligned we are in our thinking and what we want to achieve. I had the pleas
January 25, 2018
FinTechNZ is pleased to announce the formation of the Global InsurTech Alliance (GITA) – co founded with first members being FinTechNZ, InsurTech Australia, InsTech London (UK) and InsurTech Asia, and upcoming members from both Europe and North America. The development of the global InsurTech eco
January 22, 2018
New Zealand tech stars are leading a global team in launching the world’s first ever blockchain platform for the multi-billion-dollar global online ratings and review industry. Kiwi tech business experts including 2017 New Zealand chief executive of the year award winner Leigh Flounders and NZTe
January 11, 2018
Source: bitcoinplay.net Bitcoin is a virtual currency that uses Blockchain technology for secure payments and storing money electronically, without requiring a bank or a person’s name. Satoshi Nakamoto created this cryptocurrency back in 2009. The biggest advantage of Bitcoin is that it’s not u
January 11, 2018
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