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FCA announces consultation phase for global fintech sandbox
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced a consultation phase in its plan to create a global fintech sandbox. The…
Digital-first banks leading the way for customer service, research shows
Research from FIS has shown that digital-first banks are outperforming the world’s top 50 banks when it comes to customer…
Digital transformation driving demand for new finance skills, research shows
Research from finance and accountancy recruitment firm Robert Half has shown that digital transformation is driving demand for new skills…
72% of UK adults unaware of Open Banking, study shows
A study carried out by market research and data analytics firm YouGov has shown that 72% of UK adults are…
Data shows increase in demand for finance and insurance professionals
Figures from labour market analytics data provider Innovantage have shown an increase in online advertising activity for front-line roles across…
UK financial services exports reached record high in 2017
Figures published by the Office for National Statistics have shown that UK exports of financial services hit a record high…
Research highlights demand for flexible finance options
Research from finance solutions provider Duologi has shown that consumers want access to flexible finance options, with 20% saying that…
Traditional banks benefiting the most from Current Account Switch Service
Research from payments body Bacs has shown that traditional banks are benefitting the most from the Current Account Switch Service…
Virgin Money’s SME franchise to deliver £500m of new deposits
Figures published by Virgin Money showed that the challenger bank is on target to deliver £500m of new SME deposits…
Number of accountants reaches record high, FRC figures show
Figures from the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) showed strong growth in the number of accountants in the UK, with membership…
APSCo figures show strong increase in permanent finance workers
The latest figures from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) showed that the financial services sector was one of…
Accountancy firms providing most Brexit expertise
A study by Source Global Research, a research provider for the management consultancy industry, has found that accountancy firms are…