Author: Reposted by Australian FinTech

Oct
23

Beijing’s plan to beat Facebook at reinventing money

When Facebook announced plans this year for a cryptocurrency called Libra, it said its goal was to reinvent money for the internet age.

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Oct
23

Fintech as a force for good

There is an enormous opportunity to create a more inclusive global society through the powers of fintech and cryptocurrency.

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Oct
22

Advisr among finalists in fintech comp

Insurtech company Advisr is one of seven firms in the running to win a fintech comp organised by The University of Sydney Business School.

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Oct
22

AustralianSuper checks out robo advisers

AustralianSuper is looking at robo advisers as a potential solution for providing financial advice to its members but says it’s early days.

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Oct
22

Fintech startup raises $12.5m

Sydney-based fintech startup Valiant Finance received an investment boost from ANZ and software giant Salesforce in its latest fundraising efforts.

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Oct
22

Neu Capital opening doors to private equity

Neu Capital has teamed up with Grant Thornton on a matchmaking service that connects mid-market Australian companies to private equity.

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Oct
22

At just 23, Olivia is not your typical fintech entrepreneur

Olivia Molesworth realises she’s not your typical fintech entrepreneur. “It has certainly been a challenge at times,” the 23-year-old founder said.

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Oct
21

Mortgage disrupter sets new funding record

Mortgage disrupter Athena Home Loans has set a local record, closing the largest capital raise ever led by local venture funds, raising $70 million.

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