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 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 "Exploring open banking’s future"
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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 "Exploring open banking’s future"
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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 "Exploring open banking’s future"
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Kia ora, This year, our members face challenges and opportunities regarding the progression of open banking and by inference opening up competition. New Zealand has generally adopted the ‘diplomat’ approach to financial services and open banking. For example, a market-driven, bottom-up, h
April 26, 2024
The new financial year has started with the ‘pedal to the metal’. We talk about a few of the activities below, but by no means does it cover everything that’s happened! If you’ve been making waves in fintech ESG, sustainability or impact space, email Jason with ‘Sustainable FinTech new
April 24, 2024
April already, a fool, a new moon and an eclipse! This smorgasbord of a month is bringing in all the good vibes encouraging for all you RegTech innovators, movers and shakers. Manifest that change. Carpe diem. RegTech snapshots - Janet Chenery From Europe, our friends in the North, aka Koen V
April 24, 2024
Deloitte and FintechNZ are delighted to launch the 2024 New Zealand Fintech Pulsecheck. The financial services sector continues to see rapid change and as we move towards a new horizon of digital enablement, trust and transparency has never been more critical, says the report. "Th
March 28, 2024
Kia ora, It’s been an exciting start to the year! Thanks to everyone who joined us at last month’s FinTechNZ Hui Taumata - thriving together. Our 2024 event was another successful and strategically important event. Here’s a few fun statistics: 365 delegates, 61 speakers, 27 sponsors, 628 c
March 21, 2024
Welcome to a new offering from RegTechNZ - Snapshots from around the web. Remember the days when you used to go to the library, borrowed a book and delved into a world of information? Today everything is on the web, isn’t it? In previous research I found a 2020 statistic predicting the web had
March 20, 2024
In a showcase of innovation and ambition, 10 world-leading startups, chosen and nurtured by the Startupbootcamp startup accelerator, will take the stage at Money20/20 Asia. The event, held in Bangkok on April 23-25, represents a pivotal moment in sustainable fintech. These startups, from across the
March 20, 2024
According to KPMG’s 2024 ESG survey, in 2020, 50% of data leaders said the volume of data is growing faster than their organisation’s ability to keep up, which is not surprising when we see 47% of global companies still using spreadsheets. As more data becomes available with Scope 3 reporting a
March 20, 2024
Ready to grow? Start-up or established business looking for the next growth opportunity? Planning a big change or steady growth?Apply for a chance to win one of 10 spots in the BNZ Growth Academy, worth $10,000 each. You’ll gain essential tools and knowledge to make impactful business decisions.W
March 18, 2024