Why fintechs are missing out by ignoring older generations
Older people are turning to financial technology, so why aren’t fintechs targeting consumers aged over 45 and is their focus on the millennial market holding the sector back?
Future of Fintech 2018
The financial technology sector generates £7 billion a year in the UK and employs some 60,000 people, but its continued success depends on access to the global market post-Brexit. The Future of Fintech special report, published in The Times, explores what opening up banking means for consumers, big banks and third parties. Also, as fintech companies bring financial services to local communities and finance opportunities for small businesses, the report looks at the challenges facing the sector, from regulation of cryptocurrencies to a shortage of talent. Also featured is an infographic detailing global fintech adoption and an article on how concerns over data privacy are affecting consumer buy-in to open banking
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‘Fintech’s success depends upon talent which is in short supply’
In an increasingly competitive global landscape, the UK’s attractiveness for innovators, entrepreneurs and firms alike will be key to the future prosperity of our financial services
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Fintech is giving small businesses access to finance
Cut off from finance by big lenders, financial technology platforms are coming to the rescue for cash-starved small businesses
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Fintech Flurry
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From niche to mainstream
As cryptocurrencies continue to gather traction, leading payments platform Wirex is seeking to bridge the gap between traditional financial services and the future of finance with its innovative hybrid solutions
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Banking on the cloud
Fuelling innovation in financial services during an era of disruption
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Levelling the playing field: How fintech is benefiting the UK’s small businesses
Small businesses have trailled larger firms in accessing the best business applications and financial services. But that’s changing thanks to a wave of innovation which is transforming economics and expectations in small-business technology led by firms such as Xero
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How to upgrade the in-store experience
Banks and acquirers are adopting next-generation point-of-sale systems. But why is there such excitement over a payment terminal?
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Starling Bank mobile banking is the future
Digital technology has revolutionised the way we listen to music, get from A to B and order our food. Starling Bank has built a user-friendly digital platform to bring about the same kind of transformation in banking, so customers can manage their finances with just a few taps on their smartphone without ever having to visit a branch
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Future of Fintech 2020
What does 2021 hold for fintech? Our Future of Fintech special report, published in The Sunday Times, explores topics on eco-conscious startups, diversity in the industry, helping small businesses, financial literacy and more. The featured infographic looks at SME opportunities for fintech in the changing business landscape.
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Future of Infrastructure 2020
From net-zero to small ports, our Future of Infrastructure special report, published in The Times, explores why reaching net-zero will require a major infrastructure overhaul, demand for electric vehicles, the infrastructure talent pool, and more. The featured infographic looks at which sectors and countries are in need of the most investment to keep pace with the demands of the future
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Legal Innovation 2020
From virtual hearings to legal advice on social media, our Legal Innovation special report, published in The Times, covers how the legal sector is transforming and adapting including legal technology, ‘uberisation’, and more. The featured infographic examines the lack of representation in law firms and why it isn’t only bad for business but also society overall.
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IoT for Business 2020
Our IoT for Business special report, published in The Times, examines what the future holds for IoT, how it can help save water, tech adoption, and more. The featured infographic looks at how different industries are implementing IoT across their organisations.