In this episode, we explore the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in streamlining compliance within the financial sector, showcasing the Financial Regulation Innovation Lab.

We discuss the future of financial compliance, enriched by AI's capability to automate and innovate. This episode is for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, finance, and regulation, offering insights into the collaborative efforts shaping a more compliant and efficient financial landscape.

Guests:

• Antony Brookes - Head of UK Investment Compliance, abrdn
• Mark Cummins - Professor of Financial Technology at University of Strathclyde
• Joanne Seagrave - Head of Regulatory Affairs at Tesco Bank

Episode recording with Fintech Australia.

Fintech has emerged as a transformative force in the financial sector, offering innovative solutions that not only enhance financial services but also address broader societal issues, including environmental sustainability, customer vulnerability, and overall financial well-being.

Those objectives are heavily featured in the Research & Innovation Roadmap that we published 2 years ago.

In Scotland, we have an important number of fintechs addressing those challenges. In fact, the majority of Scottish fintechs are fintech for good.

Today we’ll take some time to consider how those organisations are driving positive changes.

Guests:

Ren Hooi, Founder and CEO at Lightning Reach

Robin Peters, Co-founder and CEO at Snugg

Sheila Hogan, Founder and CEO at Biscuit Tin

In the ever-evolving landscape of fintech, securing Series A investment is a crucial milestone. Raising investment is much more than just about the money and we’re going to explore what that means in this episode.

We will delve into the crucial stage of Series A fundraising for fintech companies and speak about investor mindset, pitching, challenges and pitfalls.

This episode is for fintech entrepreneurs gearing up for Series A, investors keen on the latest trends, and anyone curious about the intersection of finance and technology.  Participants

Guests: 

Jason Cohen – Associate Director - Corporate Finance at PwC UK

Royston Hoggarth - Chair at Stellar Omada Limited