FinTech Australia stories
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Open Banking in Australia sees rapid growth in consumer adoption
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The fourth edition of FinTech Australia's Open Banking Ecosystem Map shows a 165% rise in Consumer Data Right adoption, supported by Mastercard.
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FrankieOne & WeMoney shine at 2024 Finnie Awards in Sydney
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FinTech Australia’s 2024 Finnie Awards celebrated 19 categories at Sydney's Doltone Wharf, honouring standout contributions in the evolving financial technology sector.
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The three trends supporting fintech growth in Australia
Thu, 30th May 2024
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Australia’s fintech sector, powered by innovation, technology, and government backing, has surged from AUD $250 million in 2015 to AUD $45 billion in 2023.
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FinTech Australia asks for policy rethink amid start-up funding woes
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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FinTech Australia calls for government policy revisions, citing capital raising challenges for startups and the need for stronger support from Austrade to boost the country's fintech reputation internationally.
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Leadership shake-up at FinTech Australia ahead of growth phase
Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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FinTech Australia revamps leadership team to advance growth: newly-appointed Chair Sarah Gorman, former Deputy Chair and three-time founder, partners with Brian Collins, Deputy Chair, while General Manager Rehan D'Almeida elevates to CEO.
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MongoDB Atlas expands global reach amid multi-cloud demand surge
Mon, 4th Mar 2024
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MongoDB broadens the global reach of Atlas amid soaring multi-cloud demands, aiding businesses like Australian fintech Monoova ensure regulatory compliance and scalability.
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FinTech Australia & major banks ignite innovation with reverse pitch event
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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FinTech Australia, backed by Investment NSW, partners with major banks ANZ, Westpac and tech firm 1835i for a reverse pitch event on 21 February 2024, inviting fintechs to solve local banking issues.
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APAC FinTech network launches to encourage cross-border innovation
Thu, 17th Jan 2019
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Nine associations formally launched the network by signing a Statement of Intent at the Asian Financial Forum event in Hong Kong.
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Fintech Australia begins hunt for new CEO as Danielle Szetho steps down
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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Fintech Australia CEO, Danielle Szetho, is stepping down after two years. The organisation is searching for a new lead executive.
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Australia and Hong Kong strengthen 70 year FinTech relationship with MoU
Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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Fintech Australia strengthens ties with Hong Kong's FinTech industry to support investment and partnerships in each other's markets.
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FinTech industry welcomes Govt's anti-money laundering rules for digital currencies
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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Australia's FinTech sector endorses new Senate-approved anti-money laundering rules for digital currencies, aiming to bolster legitimacy and consumer trust.
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Trans-Tasman fintech bond tightened with refreshed focus on innovation
Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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ASIC and New Zealand's FMA reinvigorate their fintech collaboration, focusing on innovation in financial services, regulation, and cross-jurisdictional support.
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Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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The decision is part of an ongoing campaign to drive increased levels of female participation in Australia’s most important startup sector.
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Sydney charges ahead as a global FinTech leader, Melbourne not far behind
Wed, 13th Sep 2017
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united nations
FinTech Australia welcomes strong performance by Sydney and Melbourne in latest Global Financial Centres Index.
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Australia - world leaders in FinTech adoption, ahead of U.S & Hong Kong
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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Australia is leading the way in FinTech market penetration, ahead of Hong Kong, Singapore and the US, according to a report by FinTech Australia.
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Open banking - Australia, behind the eight ball, report says
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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capgemini
Australia lags in the global open banking trend, risking customer disengagement, warns a Capgemini-Efma report.
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FinTech Australia maps the industry's ecosystem
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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Australia's fintech industry body has released an ecosystem map showcasing its 119 members and financial services.