Are you a FinTech Mover & Shaker?
Late last year, Australian FinTech launched Australia FinTech Jobs – the only dedicated employment platform for the growing FinTech industry in Australia. Since then over 200 roles have been posted on Australia FinTech Jobs by more than 75 FinTech companies and recruitment firms. Each month these jobs are viewed by over 10,000 unique users with more than 1,000 candidates registered on the site so far. As part of our expansion plans for Australian FinTech Jobs, we’ve launched a new ‘Fintech Movers & Shakers’ feature where we’ll be sharing all the hirings, promotions and appointments on social media. But we need your help! So if you’re a FinTech Mover & Shaker […]
Fintech predicts consumer behaviour change from Royal Commission
Sydney fintech company CashDeck is predicting that the Royal Commission will create a permanent shift in consumer behaviour and have redirected their strategy and development resources to assist firms deal with the change. The company has developed Credit Ready, the financial equivalent of a Fitbit Fitness Tracker to help users stay on top of their finances. Owen Joyce, Chief Commercial Officer at CashDeck, suggests that the Royal Commission will result in a more financially literate consumer. “The sector isn’t waiting for the end of the commission, change is happening already. Look at how quickly the banks responded to the Living Expenses spotlight” he said, referring to the updating of policies […]
Bentleys selects BGL’s CAS 360 and Simple Fund 360
BGL Corporate Solutions, Australia’s leading supplier of SMSF administration and ASIC corporate compliance solutions is pleased to announce that Bentleys Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors has chosen CAS 360 and Simple Fund 360 as their ASIC corporate compliance and SMSF administration. “We conducted an extensive review of all the products in the marketplace” said Robin Allardice, Director Bentley’s Tasmania, “And BGL were the clear technology leaders. BGL has been a long term software solution supplier to Bentleys. It is a brand we trust for its honesty and integrity but also its long term market leadership in technology and innovation”. “It’s great to have Bentley’s on board” says BGL Managing Director […]
Six Park partners with Heffron to launch transparent, low-cost SMSF solution
Automated investment provider Six Park has today announced it has partnered with leading independent self-managed super fund (SMSF) administration provider Heffron to offer a transparent, low-cost, digitally driven, end-to-end SMSF service. The partnership allows SMSF trustees to establish an SMSF and take advantage of robo-advice for their fund, with Heffron managing the compliance and Six Park managing the investments. Six Park CEO, Patrick Garrett, said that while there will always be a place for traditional advice, the solution offers a unique value-for-money proposition for trustees and a lower prospective entry point to set up an SMSF. “Digital technology and automation are disrupting the wealth industry not because they’re new but […]
Ignition Wealth demonstrates information security commitment
Ignition Wealth’s recent ISO/IEC27001:2013 certification evidences the firm’s advanced information security practices. “The current financial services news cycle has data security at the front of client’s minds. Ignition Wealth is an international business entrusted with our client’s customers’ and members’ financial data. The security of that data is paramount to our bank grade clientele,” said Mark Fordree, Group CEO, Ignition Wealth. Information security has been an essential priority for Ignition Wealth since the firm’s inception. To ensure the safety of our client data confidentiality, integrity and availability we maintain a multi-step risk management process. Ignition Wealth’s information security management system (ISMS) operates to the ISO/IEC’s ISO27001 standards. In response to […]
The Rise of the Machines – Macrovue launches its Artificial Intelligence Investment Portfolio
Leading global investment business Macrovue announced the launch of its new Artificial Intelligence investment portfolio built around the AI revolution. Artificial Intelligence or “AI” refers to the ability of machines to exhibit human-like intelligence using computer systems. These systems can learn, reason, discover meaning, perceive their environment, learn from experience, and interact: ultimately solving problems without the use of hand-coded software containing detailed instructions. Macrovue’s investment team, made up of senior international equities experts, have constructed a concentrated portfolio of high conviction positions in ten stocks comprising companies that are focusing on the five main AI technology systems in practice now. Macrovue’s AI thematic portfolio (known as a Vue) will […]
FinTech startup Pelikin looks to recruit Gen Y investors
After a highly successful expression of interest campaign on equity crowdfunding platform Birchal, Melbourne FinTech startup Pelikin is continuing to rally millennials to invest in Pelikin. Encouraging Gen Y Professionals to invest in the banking alternative with as little as $100, Pelikin is hoping to get as many users as possible over the next month to be involved in building the travel banking app. Pelikin Founder Sam Brown said the younger market was the reason behind the development and creation of the app, so it was a natural progression for them to be a part of the Pelikin growth journey. “Rather than buying a house, Gen-Y are more interested in […]
Acorns Australia rebrands to Raiz Invest
Acorns Australia has rebranded to Raiz Invest, a move that follows the company’s announcement in February to divest from Acorns. From today, all users will be prompted to update their Acorns Australia app, after which they will see the new Raiz Invest brand, logo and colour scheme. The website will also reflect the new name and branding. Raiz Invest Managing Director, George Lucas, said: “Today marks another significant milestone in our company’s history with the name change from Acorns Grow Australia to Raiz Invest. “After our recent agreement with Acorns, we felt a new name was an important step forward. The change reflects our new autonomy and our ability to […]
