For major financial

technology stories

We bring you the latest in global fintech news, upcoming events, and our in-depth analysis and viewpoints on the hottest issues and trends facing the industry. The digital-first publication aims to be your go-to destination for the major stories relating to financial technology from around the world.

News

GSMA Report Highlights That Mobile Money Accounts Now Exceed One Billion Worldwide

The GSMA today unveiled the annual ‘State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money’, offering a view of the mobile money landscape and highlighting the impact that greater financial inclusion

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Coronavirus Drives 72% Rise In Use Of Fintech Apps

The coronavirus has driven a massive 72% rise in the use of fintech apps in Europe, according to new research published today by deVere Group

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Starling adds ‘positive friction’ to gambling block

Starling Bank has introduced a delay to its in-app gambling-block, meaning that customers wanting to turn the block off will have to wait 48 hours before

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Barclays waives overdraft fees for customers

UK banks seek to help customers facing a cash flow crunch as a result of coronavirus 

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Events

Money 20/20 Europe

16-18 June 2020
Excel
London

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Sibos London

23 – 26 September, 2019
The ExCel London
One Western Gateway,
London, E16 1XL

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Finnovate Fall

23 – 26 September 2019
New York Marriot Marquis
New York

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PayExpo Europe 2019

8-9 October 2019
Business Design Centre
London

 

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About Us

FOR MAJOR FINANCIAL

TECHNOLOGY STORIES

Fintech First brings you the latest in global fintech news, upcoming events, and our in-depth analysis and viewpoints on the hottest issues and trends facing the industry. The digital-first publication aims to be your go-to destination for the major stories relating to financial technology from around the world, with a particular focus on market structures, disruptive technologies and innovative players. Our editorial team has over 20 years’ experience in the fintech sector, particularly in marketing and communications. Our expert opinions and in-depth analysis are what makes Fintech First a leading resource for business leaders and industry disruptors alike. We take a unique view – often through the lens of reputation and perception – of the biggest issues facing our industry. Fintech First covers a wide range of topics. These include industry issues like digital transformation and “super apps”, emerging technologies like blockchain and real-time payments, transformative regulation like PSD2 and AMLD6, and the hottest companies making the biggest difference in our market.

Profiles

Dan Lowther With over 13 years’ experience working in the fintech sector, Daniel Lowther has deep expertise across the payments, retail banking and RegTech sectors. He is focused on how new technologies and economic models are impacting the fintech sector and who will win and who will lose as a result. Daniel has worked with major players like Deloitte, Revolut and Visa and innovative start-ups like Flywire, Moorwand and Tribe Payments. Daniel has an unhealthy obsession with the impact of the blockchain on financial services, topped only by his relentless pursuit of the most sour confectionery in the world. E: Daniel@fintechfirst.co.uk T: @fintechprguy
Elvina Soogun Elvina has been working across the fintech ecosystem for five years, closely following the transformation of incumbents, the rise of challengers and now is increasingly turning her attention to Big Tech’s plans to break in. She is incredibly interested in the potential of cryptocurrency having worked with the likes of Mistertango and Globitex but has experience across the fintech arena with the likes of Colt, Travelex, MFS Africa, Juvo and Signicat.” E: Elvina@fintechfirst.co.uk T: @ElvinaSoogun