All articles by Robert Prendergast

Robert Prendergast

Will banks start using Bluesky?

As the number of users on the social media platform Bluesky rises, will more Bank’s start using this platform to communicate with customers?

The 1p saving challenge and social media’s influence on banking

TikTok is currently littered with trends claiming to help people save money more easily. But are they actually any good?

Bank Alfalah acquires stake in UAE fintech Jingle Pay

The Bank’s fintech investment underscores its commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion across key markets

Fintech Innovation in Scotland delivers growth with 8% Increase in employment

This growth is a reflection of the significant contribution fintech will make in delivering the UK Government Modern Industrial Strategy

Snoop launches savings account

With the Snoop Easy Access Savings Account users can track their spending, receive savings nudges, and benefit from tailored recommendations

Klickl International partners with Zand Bank

This team up highlights Klickl’s commitment to elevating its operations by utilising Zand’s banking products and solutions

Startup launches to help US community banks fight technological lag 

The startup is backed by ex-Deputy PM of Kazakhstan Yerbol Orynbayev, offering strategic support and guidance as the firm’s President

Cube completes acquisition of Thomson Reuters

Acquisition delivers an expanded customer base with a deep global subject matter expertise network that further powers CUBE’s RegBrain AI

Does the financial services industry need to improve its cyber hygiene?

50% of businesses experienced a cyber-attack or security breach in the past year

Al Ansari Financial Services and Halan partner to pioneer multiple financing services in the UAE

This partnership will introduce Salary Advance and Send Now, Pay Later (SNPL) services, providing customers with financial flexibility