FinTech Australia stories
Fed gov imposes fines for inadequate scam prevention
6 days ago
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risk & compliance
The federal government is set to impose fines of up to AUD $50 million on companies failing to implement effective measures against rising fraud.
Australia debates banning debit card surcharges impact
Last month
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The Australian Government's decision to ban debit card surcharges has sparked debate, with fintech groups cautioning against potential harm to small businesses.
FinTech Australia announces Intersekt 2024 conference details
Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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FinTech Australia announces Intersekt 2024, featuring RBA's digital currency research and fintech innovations from Bendigo Bank, AMP Bank, and NAB in Melbourne.
Katie Wilson appointed new Head of Policy at FinTech Australia
Mon, 19th Aug 2024
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financial literacy
FinTech Australia appoints former Meta exec Katie Wilson as its new Head of Policy, aiming to bolster industry relations and shape key fintech regulations.
Open Banking in Australia sees rapid growth in consumer adoption
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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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.
FrankieOne & WeMoney shine at 2024 Finnie Awards in Sydney
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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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.
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.
FinTech Australia asks for policy rethink amid start-up funding woes
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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federal government
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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investment
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growth
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.
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.
FinTech Australia & major banks ignite innovation with reverse pitch event
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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payment technologies
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collaboration
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.
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.
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.
Australia and Hong Kong strengthen 70 year FinTech relationship with MoU
Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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fintech association of hong kong
Fintech Australia strengthens ties with Hong Kong's FinTech industry to support investment and partnerships in each other's markets.
FinTech industry welcomes Govt's anti-money laundering rules for digital currencies
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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blockchain
Australia's FinTech sector endorses new Senate-approved anti-money laundering rules for digital currencies, aiming to bolster legitimacy and consumer trust.
Trans-Tasman fintech bond tightened with refreshed focus on innovation
Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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fintech australia
ASIC and New Zealand's FMA reinvigorate their fintech collaboration, focusing on innovation in financial services, regulation, and cross-jurisdictional support.
Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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women in technology
The decision is part of an ongoing campaign to drive increased levels of female participation in Australia’s most important startup sector.
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.
Australia - world leaders in FinTech adoption, ahead of U.S & Hong Kong
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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financial systems
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australian government
Australia is leading the way in FinTech market penetration, ahead of Hong Kong, Singapore and the US, according to a report by FinTech Australia.
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.