New payments platform turns up heat on credit cards
The New Payments Platform will reduce demand for credit cards that many customers link up to apps such as Uber or Netflix to make automated payments.
Fintech platform Identitii has laid the groundwork for a breakout year in 2020
For fintech platform Identitii, the strength of its network across leading multinational banking clients was one of the company’s early advantages.
Moroku makes child financial fitness app available for free
In a move aimed at accelerating the financial fitness of children around the world, Moroku has made their apps available to all parents for free.
Former Uber Australia boss David Rohrsheim has $50 million to invest in SA startups. This is what he’s looking for
David Rohrsheim is managing the $50 million South Australian Venture Capital Fund established to help accelerate the growth of early-stage companies.
Neobank delays loan rollout due to COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Volt Bank is delaying the launch of its loan products to ensure its foray into lending is done “in a very prudent way”.
SME stimulus not the answer, says lender
An SME lender has claimed that it is cash flow, not further stimulus, which is the key to economic recovery for Australia’s small businesses.
LaunchVic chips in to help Victorian angel groups assist over 40 early-stage startups
The Victorian government’s LaunchVic has chipped in AU$1.16 million to help four new angel groups establish their operations.
What will the Bitcoin halving event do for blockchain and digital commerce?
On May 11, the number of new BTC bitcoins entering circulation dropped by half — from 12.5 to 6.25 thanks to Bitcoin halving.
