Atom Bank taps climate tech firm Kamma to evaluate mortgage book emissions
Kamma’s tech will provide a “deep review” of the climate impact of Atom’s mortgage and lending activities.
ESG
News, intelligence and resources on the global fintech industry including topics such as ESG.
Switch2Zero appoints Galileo CEO Derek White as chairman
White is currently serving as CEO at Galileo Financial Technologies, a US-based payments and banking platform.
Deutsche Börse set to take over wealthtech firm SimCorp
Deutsche Börse first announced the acquisition in April as a means of developing its investment management business.
SEC hands $25m penalty to Deutsche Bank subsidiary for AML violations and ESG “misstatements”
DWS Investment Management Americas Inc. has agreed to pay the penalty without admitting or denying the SEC’s charges.
Why fintechs can’t afford to swipe left on ESG
Fintech companies are uniquely positioned to lead the way in integrating ESG.
What the FinTech? | S.4 Episode 16 | Meeting customer needs in a cost-of-living crisis
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Andrea De Gottardo, CEO of UK digital bank Kroo.
A church, a sauna and climate change
Finding ways to educate people on climate change, highlight the risks and change behaviours is essential.
What the FinTech? | S.4 Episode 15 | How Scotland is aiming to become a global fintech hub
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Nicola Anderson, CEO of FinTech Scotland.
Banking Technology Magazine September 2023 issue out now
Cover story: WINDS OF CHANGE – Squaring the circle on climate change.
FinTech Founders Video: Alex Lempka, Connect Earth
Alex Lempka, founder of climate fintech Connect Earth, describes the hardest thing about running a start-up.
Video: The top trends to watch in fintech
Three seasoned investors discuss which fintech trends the industry should be keeping an eye on.
Singapore’s MVGX launches carbon SaaS subsidiary, appoints ex-BSI exec to take the lead
Frank Zhang, “a fintech, ISO standard certification and sustainability veteran”, will lead the new subsidiary.
US climate tech start-up Persefoni secures $50m in Series C-1 funding round
The company has now raised more than $150 million to date.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 11 August 2023
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
Banque de France, ERAFP, Generali Group tap Iceberg Data Lab for ESG data solutions
The clients will be able to access Iceberg Data Lab’s ESG dataset available via its impact calculation platform.
Vestwell taps workplace financial wellness with Gradifi Solutions acquisition
Vestwell acquires Gradifi Solutions from Morgan Stanley, following its acquisition of E*TRADE Financial.
The FCA’s Consumer Duty clamps down on unfair savings rates
The regulator’s 14-point plan seeks fairer interest rates on UK savings accounts.
Go green software – your bonus may depend on it!
Embracing green software principles can unlock numerous benefits for financial services firms.
UK climate fintech Sylvera secures $57m Series B funding
The latest investment follows Sylvera’s $32 million Series A round held in January 2022.
Demystify Podcast: Payments, the planet & equality with Monika Liikamaa, co-founder of Enfuce
Enfuce’s Monika Liikamaa helps demystify why and how the payments industry can help with the climate agenda.
Legal & General extends cloud migration agreement with Kyndryl
The new seven-year agreement is to last until 31 March 2030.
UK challenger Tandem Bank secures £20m in funding
Tandem’s CEO says the capital “will put extra momentum behind our green lending proposition”.
The impact of behavioural science and nudges on ESG communications
Behavioural science and nudges can be used to drive ESG change and build a more sustainable future.
The power of AI for ESG
AI is a powerful tool that can be used to improve ESG practices and compliance.
Europe funding round-up: DJUST, Apron, Trezy and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across Europe.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Ballerine, Trébol & more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
FinTech & InsurTech Digital Congress: The Great Market Purge – how to survive and stay on top
FinTech & InsurTech Digital Congress will be held on 17-18 May 2023 in Warsaw, Poland.
Innovation through BaaS and embedded finance
FinTech Futures speaks with Temenos’ Kanika Hope about the impact of BaaS on financial services.
Ironing out the kinks: how DeFi can help close the $2tn trade finance gap
Blockchain “allows for secure, transparent and traceable financing for SMEs,” Voy Finance CEO Lee Tarone explains.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Kiwi, Green-Got, Moonsense & more
Our weekly round-up for you to get the latest fintech funding news from around the world.
Demystify Podcast: Climate Emergency with Gail Bradbrook, Extinction Rebellion
Gail Bradbrook is one of the founders of Extinction Rebellion (XR).
Demystify Podcast: Demystifying ESG and financial services with Shargiil Bashir, FAB
Chief sustainability officer of FAB talks about the critical role of banks in supporting an ESG agenda.
How fintech start-ups are driving the ethical finance revolution
FinTech Futures chats with three ethical fintech firms operating in the UK.
State of play: European fintech
The recent FinovateEurope conference featured a number of key discussions on the European financial services sector.
Sustainable investment fintech Clim8 shutters
Clim8 says it has been unable to secure further venture capital to fund the business.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Toku, Finverity, Lumiant and more
Our weekly fintech round-up for you to get the latest funding news from around the world.
Doconomy and Dreams
Two Swedish firms recently joined forces to help shape the future of climate action.
Climate-focused fintech for farmers Agreena lands €46m Series B funding
The fresh funding comes a year after the company raised €20 million in its Series A round.
New York fintech Spiral secures $28m Series A funding
The company will use the funding to launch its Impact-as-a-Service platform.
Video: ING at FinovateEurope 2023 – The power of partnerships
Simon Boonen of ING discusses the importance of collaboration and co-creation between fintechs and banks.
