Our editorial calendar covers the Banking Technology Magazine upcoming features throughout the year (and details of distribution at events) and the Supplements.
UPDATE: Note that the distribution has changed in the midst of the coronavirus crisis.
For details on supplements, contributed content, thought leadership features, sponsorship and other partnership opportunities, please contact:
Editorial
Sharon Kimathi
Email: [email protected]
Commercial
Jon Robson
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 208 052 0423
February
The year ahead
We look at what trends, developments and events are shaping the year 2021 and include some predictions of what this new decade has in store. From innovative fintech start-ups to the large incumbents, and everything in between – nothing escapes Banking Technology’s watchful eye.
March
Women in fintech
We celebrate International Women’s Day by showcasing how far the industry has come, where it is today and where it’s going.
The issue will be distributed at the following events:
- FinovateEurope, digital event
FinovateEurope Supplement
This supplement, produced specifically for FinovateEurope, will be available online and distributed to the attendees of the digital conference. FinTech Futures is Finovate’s lead media partner.
April
Fintech mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
There’s been plenty of consolidation and M&A activity in 2020 despite the coronavirus pandemic market challenges. From Visa’s $5.3 billion bid for Plaid, to consumer finance firm, SoFi’s $1.2 billion acquisition of Galileo Financial Technologies. Here, we take a look at Q1 activity in 2021 and discuss the potential hurdles that may lie ahead as regulators crackdown on monopolies.
May
Regulation and cybersecurity
Has modern regulation done enough to tackle the consequences of cyberattacks? As the cyber threat is here to stay. We examine one of the hottest topics on the industry agenda – how can the financial services industry protect itself from cyberattacks and how institutions can join forces to ensure their decisions and actions are coordinated and well-informed. There is strength in numbers.
The issue will be distributed at the following events:
- FinovateSpring, digital event
FinovateSpring Supplement
This supplement, produced specifically for FinovateSpring, will be available online and distributed to the attendees of the digital conference. FinTech Futures is Finovate’s lead media partner.
June
Pride special
Every year, during the month of June, the LGBTQ community celebrates in a number of different ways. We take a look at some of the latest fintechs addressing the needs of this community. We also analyse how far the industry has come in its cultural policies and practices to foster a more open and welcoming environment.
The issue will be distributed at the following events:
- FinovateAsia, digital event
FinovateAsia Supplement
This supplement, produced specifically for FinovateAsia, will be available online and distributed to the attendees of the digital conference. FinTech Futures is Finovate’s lead media partner.
July/August
Open banking around the world, what countries are doing what
We examine how this financial initiative has developed over the course of two and a half years since it went live. What trends are influencing open banking and APIs? Who is surging ahead and who is lagging behind? What solutions are on offer?
September
Focus on IPOs
We take a look at the latest initial public offerings (IPOs) in the fintech space as a number of firms (Affirm, TransferWise, Chime, Marqeta etc) already put plans in place for listing this year.
The issue will be distributed at the following events:
- FinovateFall, New York
FinovateFall Supplement
This supplement, produced specifically for FinovateFall, will be available online and in print and distributed to the attendees of the conference. FinTech Futures is Finovate’s lead media partner.
October
Diversity in fintech
In celebration of Black History Month UK, we explore fintech developments in Africa and ventures that help inclusion and diversity in the industry.
The issue will be distributed at the following events:
- Sibos, Singapore
Daily News at Sibos
FinTech Futures’ flagship publication will be produced digitally and in print and distributed at the event. Daily News at Sibos includes news, company announcements, features, interviews and analysis of the key themes of Sibos.
November
Innovation hubs and venture capital
Another huge year for innovation labs and venture capital.
December 2021/January 2022
A look back at this year’s developments and predictions for 2022
As the calendar year draws to the close, we take a look back at its highs and lows, and look forward to 2022 and what it might bring to the industry.
The Banking Technology magazine is published ten times a year, in the first week of the month. Deadline for print enquiries is the middle of the previous month.
The topics are subject to change at the editorial discretion.
Further information about the events listed above can be found in our online Events Calendar.
