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Embracing disruption: the future of banking
Our Group Chief Information Officer, Dr Michael Gorriz, on the trends that are changing banking, and what it will take…
Our Group Chief Information Officer, Dr Michael Gorriz, on the trends that are changing banking, and what it will take…
Navigate the future | 7 Nov 2018
Rewiring the DNA in banking
The Global Head of our innovation hub SC Ventures on transforming banking with intrapreneurs, fintechs and new business models
The Global Head of our innovation hub SC Ventures on transforming banking with intrapreneurs, fintechs and new business models
Navigate the future | 2 Nov 2018
Fintechs and banks can work together to tackle money laundering
By forming partnerships with fintechs, banks can use AI and other cutting-edge technology to fight financial crime
By forming partnerships with fintechs, banks can use AI and other cutting-edge technology to fight financial crime
Explore our world | 12 Jul 2018
Bridging the gap between fintechs and banks: Jason’s story
Jason is passionate about the disruptive technologies that are changing the way we think about banking
Jason is passionate about the disruptive technologies that are changing the way we think about banking
Explore our world | 30 Apr 2018
Why bitcoin isn’t a real threat to major currencies – any time soon
Cryptocurrencies are disrupting the financial landscape, but their challenge to traditional currencies may be limited
Cryptocurrencies are disrupting the financial landscape, but their challenge to traditional currencies may be limited
Navigate the future | 24 Apr 2018
Digitising customer care – the call centre of tomorrow
Banking is becoming ever more digital. But that doesn’t mean it needs to be less personal
Banking is becoming ever more digital. But that doesn’t mean it needs to be less personal
Navigate the future | 7 Dec 2017
My fintech story: I want to transform financial services
Millennials are starting all the fintechs, right? Not quite. Aged 50, ex-broker Ned Philips is bucking the trend after spotting…
Millennials are starting all the fintechs, right? Not quite. Aged 50, ex-broker Ned Philips is bucking the trend after spotting…
Navigate the future | 18 Oct 2017
How close is a password-free world?
Biometric authentication promises convenience and security in more ways than you can imagine
Biometric authentication promises convenience and security in more ways than you can imagine
Navigate the future | 21 Sep 2017
The mobile wallet: where it began
How Kenya’s financial services leapfrogged into the 21st century
How Kenya’s financial services leapfrogged into the 21st century
Navigate the future | 19 Sep 2017
Seven ways we will bank in the future
Could we soon live in a cashless world and get real-time financial advice?
Could we soon live in a cashless world and get real-time financial advice?
Navigate the future | 14 Sep 2017
How banking is changing at lightning speed
Rapid innovation is transforming the way you interact with your bank – for the better
Rapid innovation is transforming the way you interact with your bank – for the better
Navigate the future | 12 Sep 2017
Six ways blockchain will revolutionise banking and commerce
From real-time transactions to reducing fraud, blockchain is a gamechanger for institutions across the world
From real-time transactions to reducing fraud, blockchain is a gamechanger for institutions across the world
Navigate the future | 7 Sep 2017
Designing a digital bank
Can banks continue to provide personalised service in an increasingly digital world?
Can banks continue to provide personalised service in an increasingly digital world?
Navigate the future | 31 Aug 2017
The connection between money and music
The banking and music industries share a similar challenge: staying relevant in the digital era
The banking and music industries share a similar challenge: staying relevant in the digital era
Navigate the future | 22 Aug 2017
Sustainable investing is going mainstream thanks to fintech
New revolution is opening up investment opportunities for wealthy individuals
New revolution is opening up investment opportunities for wealthy individuals
Navigate the future | 15 Feb 2017
Blockchain – the road to mass adoption
Blockchain’s potential benefits to the financial system are undeniable, but hurdles mean large-scale adoption could take years
Blockchain’s potential benefits to the financial system are undeniable, but hurdles mean large-scale adoption could take years
Navigate the future | 16 Jun 2016
My fintech story: turning India’s cash into digital money
If most unbanked people in India are paid in cash, how can they participate in the digital economy? Indian technopreneur…
If most unbanked people in India are paid in cash, how can they participate in the digital economy? Indian technopreneur…
Navigate the future | 24 May 2016
Middle East shoppers embrace e-commerce
A major growth spurt in e-commerce is underway in the Middle East as consumers leapfrog to digital
A major growth spurt in e-commerce is underway in the Middle East as consumers leapfrog to digital
Navigate the future | 4 Apr 2016
Competitive edge: making the most of big data
Data analytics startups are bringing previously unattainable insights to markets, and their customers will reap the benefits
Data analytics startups are bringing previously unattainable insights to markets, and their customers will reap the benefits
Navigate the future | 17 Jul 2015
Engaging customers – the Silicon Valley way
Tech firms are known for their ingenuity, but their obsessive focus on customers is something we could all learn from
Tech firms are known for their ingenuity, but their obsessive focus on customers is something we could all learn from
Navigate the future | 12 May 2015