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Fintech start-up Curve launches in UK
Financial technology start-up Curve is to disrupt the conventional banking system with the launch of its payment-switching card. The service,…
London-based banking app gets approval from FCA
A London-based banking app has received approval from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to enable it to provide payment services.…
Online transactions becoming primary method of banking, research shows
Research from Swiss investment bank UBS has shown that online banking is now becoming a global trend, with more than…
FSB launches financial technology platform for small businesses
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has launched a new fintech platform to provide small businesses and self-employed people with…
UK fintech sector led way for VC investment in 2017
Figures compiled by Pitchbook for London & Partners show that the UK’s fintech sector led the way for VC investment…
Cyber security the biggest priority for finance firms
Research commissioned by digital workplace provider Invotra has found that 85 per cent of senior managers in the financial services…
UK banks now offering mobile cheques service
Lloyds, Barclays and Halifax are now offering a service that enables customers to pay in cheques with their mobile phone.…
Digital-only banks leading the way, research shows
Research commissioned by data management vendor Relay 42 has shown that digital-only banks are becoming increasingly popular with Brits, with…
Mobile payments becoming more popular among Brits, research shows
More people in Britain are taking advantage of mobile payments, according to research from payment systems company Vocalink. The company’s…
Tech-savvy Millennials lead the way with online investment platforms
Millennials are using their knowledge of technology and social media platforms to seek out new online investment platforms, according to…
Starling Bank and Yoyo Wallet put open banking into action
Starling Bank has teamed up with mobile payment and loyalty platform Yoyo Wallet to give customers the opportunity to benefit…
NatWest launches software robots to help consumers make investments
NatWest is to help its customers achieve their financial goals by launching an automated investment advice service. NatWest Invest is…