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 "FinTechNZ Manifesto 2023"
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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 "FinTechNZ Manifesto 2023"
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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 "FinTechNZ Manifesto 2023"
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About FinTechNZ The New Zealand Financial Innovation and Technology Association (FinTechNZ) is a purpose-driven membership association that brings together a community of providers, innovators, investor groups, regulators, educators and people who care about financial technology innovation and a
September 23, 2023
FinTechs starting up on a limited budget need to be business-focused and agile – but also aware of how attention to legal and regulatory matters at the outset can set you up for future success. In our Legal tips for FinTech start-ups in New Zealand guide, we gather some of
September 7, 2023
As our FinTech landscape continues to evolve, the theme of collaboration and sharing takes centre stage, reminding us of the power that comes from joining forces and exchanging ideas. We have a huge amount going on, and at times, I confess I have a hard time keeping up. Looking at our even
August 18, 2023
During the FSC’s conference we focused on building consumer confidence which FinTechs are well suited to augment traditional services. Plus, excellent product demos by Josh Daniell from Akahu with the support of Ruth Riviere from Mastercard, Tom Hartmann, Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission,
August 17, 2023
Regtech, fintech, insurtech, govtech… same, same but different? Over the years, we have seen the emergence of technology applied solutions, tailored for modern challenges. Financial Technology solutions (fintechs) is the precursor to a myriad of declinations. Unsurprisingly, with the res
August 17, 2023
Kia ora, Each month I find it hard to compress the scale of activity across our broad-brush FinTech community into a short and compact newsletter. So this month I'm going to point out a few highlights that are important generally and focus on upcoming events where you can find the best fit for y
July 21, 2023
Firstly apologies, our much awaited in person July event “Professional Development Planning in Financial Services - Complying with the new regime” has had to be deferred, but you will get the chance to come along later in August, keep an eye out for details in our Linkedin page for registration
July 21, 2023
It may have felt a long time coming, but the recent flurry of legislative activity highlights how crucial it is for us to help shape our sector. Significant momentum has been gained this year already, including last week’s announcement that the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (
June 28, 2023
As travel opened up I promised myself that in 2023 I would try to attend 2-3 overseas RegTech conferences in person. In such circumstances you need to pick and choose the right ones to attend, after all it's not a case of popping along to a local conference centre for an hour or two, it involves so
June 27, 2023