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Banks nowadays are in stiff competition for human resources with fintech. The financial technology sector often offers higher pay. Still, the prospects of many such start-ups are difficult to forecast – they are as likely to occupy a solid niche as they are to go bust. Stable companies in Latvia are only a handful. Primarily, fintech players active in Latvia are headquartered in foreign countries – the United Kingdom, to name one – despite maintaining offices in Riga and employing staff in Latvia
Before the introduction of technology, banking had always been a face-to-face business. Yet even personal interactions have evolved from happening anywhere to meetings in coffee/tea shops and then hav...
For consumers around the world, debit cards have long been a mainstay of the payments experience. But have you ever considered how this basic banking staple could help you drive growth? From novel con...
Data contract flexibility makes a significant difference in how financial institutions respond to market shifts and manage spend. Why? Because with the right flexibility, institutions can align their...
An emerging pain point many financial institutions grapple with is ‘bureau lock-in’ – over-reliance on a single credit reporting agency (CRA). This data dependency narrows perspectives to one view, re...
To understand why coreless banking is such a paradigm shift, we must travel back in time and track the evolution of banking channels, products and services. Let’s rewind 60 years to a world before cor...
The banking industry is characterized by constant change, and adapting is crucial for capitalizing on opportunities and minimizing risks. The increasing demand for real-time information is causing a c...
Introduction While credit unions have experienced a slight slowdown in growth, they have proven to be more resistant to market fluctuations compared to banks. Despite facing challenges, credit unions ...
Thank you to technological advances, it is becoming increasingly convenient for consumers to carry out online transactions, such as online purchases and money transfers by clicking on a link or using ...
"On-demand pay" allows employees to request a portion of their compensation before the next pay period. This is especially beneficial for personnel who may encounter unanticipated financial ...
Organizations must use AML in the banking sector to avoid any illegal activities and secure essential data. It’s much needed in the digital landscape as imposters are also using advanced illegal means...
Fraudsters are fickle. What’s new is old in the world of cybercrime, with fraudsters often just repackaging up an old attack with a new bow. But it is for this very reason that it is so difficult to p...
Choosing the right fintech designer and UX consultant for a financial company's digital product is crucial for building a great service and a solid and positive financial brand image. The Pareto princ...