Discovery launches digital bank
The health insurer unveils a behavioural bank that looks to incorporate the latest technology trends.
Crossfin snaps up Crossgate majority stake
The fintech holding company acquires a majority stake in payments enablement firm Crossgate.
Crossfin unit invests into locally developed virtual assistant
Atura receives investment from Blue Garnet Ventures, the angel funding arm of Crossfin Technology.
SA start-ups make waves with blockchain innovations
There are numerous start-ups in the country looking at a wide range of blockchain-based fintech solutions.
Open source adoption key to fintech sufes: FINOS
Recently established Fintech Open Source Foundation is seeking contributions that would solve the unique challenges fintech developers face.
ICO regulation calls mount after record crypto-currency heists
Authorities scramble to find ways to regulate initial coin offerings, as $761 million has already been laundered since January.
AI first the new mantra: Money 2020
Ian Merrington, Cape Innovation and Technology Initiative CEO, discusses four key takeaways from Europe's pre-eminent fintech show that took place from 4 to 6 June.
Chatbots part of the conversation in insurance industry
Traditional insurers are now exploring the potential of bots to offer customers a better user experience.
SARB lauds blockchain project though it won't go live
The central bank says there are still many issues to consider before the decision to adopt a distributed ledger tech-based system is taken.
Key acquisitions boost Huge Group earnings
Major acquisitions help boost Huge Group revenue 63% for the year ended 28 February.
Kenya calls for regulation of fintech lenders
The country's finance ministry introduces a Bill that will see the regulation of the country's fintech companies.
Gates-funded accelerator invests $200k in African start-ups
DFS Lab, which is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, is backing four African fintech companies.