The process of buying and selling goods and services has evolved significantly in the last decade or so, particularly with the growth of the internet. This has led to what we know as e-commerce, the main avenue for consumers to buy products, transmit data and transfer funds online. This evolution will only continue with greater technological advances and IT continuing to strengthen links between different aspects of financial markets. But what are IT’s current strengths and, although it is difficult to predict, how it is set to potentially transform e-commerce in the next decade? 

There are a lot of new terms floating around in the world of FinTech and embedded finance, not least no-code and low-code, as more businesses start to move away from the traditional fully coded route to offering bespoke financial services.

This article demystifies everything you need to know about the similarities, differences, and which approach you should opt for to create new revenue streams and better serve your customers.

London-based fintech startup DigiDoe, has expanded into the Middle East. The UK-based business has appointed a Head of Operations in Doha to lead its operations in Qatar. It comes as DigiDoe puts the world’s central and commercial banks firmly in its sights, having received crucial international security certification for its innovative proprietary anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud prevention solution.

Even though the crypto lending market remains largely overcollateralized, the growth of DeFi has brought in a new paradigm shift: real-world asset-based lending. Read more on how RWA-Based loans benefit borrowers.

The global neobank market is projected to grow to nearly US$67 billion this year – but less than 5% of around 400 #neobanks in the world can actually make profit. Read more to learn the common reasons why most neobanks remain unprofitable.

Michelle Pacey, Managing Director of allpay Limited said: “In the ever-changing payments environment, it is important for allpay to be part of the journey that has seen financial institutions innovating alongside regulators and governing bodies.

With an existing market leading payments solution that serves some of the most vulnerable in today’s society, being able to build our own technology without the reliance on third parties enables allpay to push the boundaries of what we can do as a business.

The introduction of Confirmation of Payee will give both clients and consumers enhanced security as well as an improved user experience offering the opportunity to make more informed decisions around their finances.”