The biggest challenge for FinTech these days is ‘attracting talent’ according to the Innovate Finance for the Department of International Trade Report, 60% of FinTech businesses expressed that concern. Let’s look at some of the reasons below: Educational mindset – this is the most important part. Educational systems and even workplaces have to invest in […]

As the FinTech market continues to grow, so does the opportunity for women in FinTech in Bahrain. Let’s start with some facts about the women in the ecosystem as a whole. According to the Bahrain FinTech Bay 2018 FinTech Talent report Survey – 70% of female respondents from a business or STEM – related academic […]

What are some of the top FinTech companies disrupting the financial industry? As the sector grows more complex, we have seen FinTech startups globally create innovative solutions to deliver seamless experiences, customised customer journeys, and simple solutions for the modern consumer. Some of the top FinTech names globally include the Lending Club, Prosper, Upstart, SoFi, […]

The FinTech industry keeps changing, and evolving due to three key things: The turbulent waves of technology, introduction of new regulations, and the evolving needs of digital and non-digital consumers. Let’s take a look at the potential opportunities of FinTech, especially when it comes to our careers. Our jobs will not be the same because […]

We have all heard of the term ‘Neo Banks’ or the other term would “Robo Banks” which in simple terms is a type of direct bank that is 100% digital, and they offer digital or mobile-only financial services. To understand this from a customer perspective, a neobank is most likely an application that helps you […]