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.
Swinburne and IBM equip FinTech students to thrive in a world of AI
The FinTech students at Swinburne University will also learn coding basics and gain experience working with data in an AI-driven environment.
Prospa launches education initiative
SME lender Prospa has launched a new, interactive education program called ‘How to Prospa’ to assist brokers transition into SME lending.
ETFs reach $54.1bn
Australian ETFs finished August at a record high of $54.1 billion in funds under management, according to a new report from BetaShares.
Aus fintech sees strong H1 2019, despite global decline
Australia’s fintech start-ups raised US$401 million in H1 2019, compared US$122 in H1 2018, an increase of 229%, according to Accenture research.
AMP Wealth chief urges robo-advice
AMP Wealth says it’s a moral obligation for the industry to provide affordable advice, supporting digital and automated channels for the Australian public.
What is holding Aussie robo advisers back?
Higher base fees, more complex fee structures and fewer investment options could be holding Aussie robo advisers back compared to their US counterparts.
Why Australia can be Asia’s centre of finance and fintech
Australia and the UK both encourage fintech innovation and have common regulatory systems that encourage fintech innovation to thrive.