fintech

iSignthis’ CDR application had been rejected, the first ever from the ACCC, the regulator has confirmed.

The open banking specialist has been purchased by payment services fintech Fat Zebra to drive ‘data-driven’ payments in Australia.

Lenders are the second-most common type of fintech in Australia, taking up a quarter of the sector that is mostly now geared towards expanding offshore.

The non-major bank has launched a digital lending platform through a global software product company to improve approval processes and communications.

Perth-based fintech Moneycatcha, known for its open banking solutions provided under the ‘Stryd’ brand, is set to accelerate its growth plans following a surge in momentum in Australia’s ...

The industry body has named Nick Kavass, a former policy adviser for the former Assistant Treasurer, as the inaugural appointee to the position.

The former Australian MD of payments business WorldFirst has been named the body’s next chief executive.

Data aggregation fintech Envestnet | Yodlee has welcomed a number of new appointments to support its expansion in Australia.

Digital consultancy Mobiquity has launched a Shariah-compliant banking technology product, which banks can use to roll out Islamic offerings.

Brisbane-based fintech lender Jacaranda Finance is providing one young person with a “leg-up” this year – as part of an annual $10,000 scholarship.

Nano Home Loans has collaborated with the technology solutions provider, which will reportedly allow borrowers to secure loan approval within minutes.

Credisense and Mambu have partnered to combine their technology platforms to produce a cloud-native solution for lenders.

AI-software company Elula has announced the hiring of Colin Adamson as its new chief customer officer.

A consumer fintech’s survey has found that more than a quarter of young Australians aren’t confident they can achieve home ownership.

LoanOptions.ai has launched a progress tracker tool to enable borrowers to track the progress of their loan applications.

The non-bank mortgage lender has partnered with Simpology to create a new online loan origination system for brokers.

The proportion of Australian fintechs focusing on lending has grown to 29 per cent of all fintechs, up from 21 per cent last year.

Credit ratings agency Moody’s says the fintech threat has faded amid reduced funding and tighter regulations, while incumbent banks have stepped up to the challenge.

Brokers continued need for new bridging loan options for clients helps Bridging lender funding.com.au achieve record growth.  

A mutual lender has extended its partnership with Athena Home Loans, investing an additional $250 million into the lender.