AI development stopped being a side experiment. It now sits at the core of how the best engineering teams operate. Not as a replacement for developers, but as leverage.
AI-Augmented Teams in 2026: Fewer People, More Output, Better Software Read More »
FinTech Connect 2025 brought together the global fintech community for two days of insight, innovation, and industry leadership and FINTECH Circle was at the heart of the action.
FINTECH Circle at FinTech Connect 2025: Key Highlights, Insights & Industry Impact Read More »
FINTECH Circle took centre stage at FinTech Connect 2025 with a high-energy live pitching session that brought together exceptional founders, seasoned investors, and industry leaders. It was an inspiring display of talent, vision, and collaboration at one of Europe’s largest fintech gatherings.
Highlights from the FINTECH Circle Pitching Event at FinTech Connect 2025 Read More »
FINTECH Circle is proud to celebrate a major achievement as our Founder & Chair, Susanne Chishti, is ranked #18 among NORBr’s 200+ Leading Voices in Payments worldwide. This recognition reflects her long-standing influence across digital payments, fintech innovation, embedded finance, and financial services transformation.
FINTECH Circle’s Chair Susanne Chishti interviewed BDO’s Fintech specialist, Carrie Rutland (Fintech Tax Lead Partner), Luke Patterson (Fintech Regulatory Lead), Matt Hopkins (Fintech Audit Lead) and Kelly Sheppard (FS Outsourcing) — to uncover the biggest tax, regulatory and operational challenges facing UK Fintechs, and how BDO helps address them.
Key Tax & Regulatory Insights from BDO Supporting the UK Fintech Sector Read More »
Karol Gajos is the CEO of Code & Pepper, a software development partner for FinTech and HealthTech companies. I talk to founders and CTOs every week, and the conversation always lands on the same, frustrating point: “I just can’t find good engineers.”
Why You Can’t Hire Fintech Engineers (and What to Do About It) Read More »
We are pleased to announce that we aare a supporting partner of the sixth annual Fintech Power 50 list, which names 40 companies and 10 leaders moving the Fintech industry forward.
FINTECH Circle Joins the 2025 Fintech Power 50 Cohort Read More »
The EU AI Act is poised to reshape how fintechs build, deploy, and manage AI-driven products across Europe. This analysis explores what the law means for fintech—covering obligations for compliance, accountability, model risk, and how to prepare your business before enforcement kicks in.
The EU AI Act and its Impact on FinTech Read More »
In the dynamic world of FinTech, founders face a unique blend of opportunity and complexity. From navigating regulatory landscapes to securing investor confidence, the journey from startup to scale-up demands more than just innovation – it requires strategic financial planning.
The GENIUS Act defines payment stable coins as digital assets issued for the purpose of payment or settlement. Read on to learn more about it.
The GENIUS Act and Asset Tokenization Read More »
A revealing new report by Started PR paints a sobering yet nuanced picture of Europe’s fintech future including the UK by examining trends across the continent, from established markets to emerging hubs. It highlights both persistent challenges and pockets of resilience.
Has Europe Lost Its Fintech Edge? The ‘Check Up’ Report from Started PR Suggests So Read More »
JPMorganChase’s Fintech Forward Programme is a fully-funded 12-week accelerator for early-stage fintechs, offering expert mentorship, masterclasses, and a trip to Slush 2025. Applications now open for founders across the UK.
Apply Now for the Fintech Forward Programme 2025 Read More »
The flagship event of UK FinTech Week 2025 was back for its 11th year. With over 1,500 attendees and representatives from over 70 countries, IFGS continued to attract the brightest and best from the global FinTech ecosystem to discuss and debate the crucial issues facing the sector.
Innovate Finance Global Summit 2025 Read More »
FINTECH Circle celebrates the 11 startups selected for this year’s FinTech Innovation Lab London—chosen from over 300 applicants. From AI governance to cloud computing and fraud prevention, these innovators are set to reshape financial services over a transformative 12-week journey.
Celebrating the 2025 FinTech Innovation Lab London Cohort Read More »
North Korean IT operatives are infiltrating Fortune 500 companies using stolen identities and remote roles to fund the regime and access sensitive data. Learn how it works—and how to stay protected.
3 important things to consider when focusing in on the Markets when investing in the 24-hour news cycle.
Cutting Out the Noise Read More »
This initiative aims to accelerate AI development, enhance competitiveness, and establish a strategic framework that unlocks Europe’s full potential while ensuring ethical and responsible AI growth.
The Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards is celebrating 50 women leading the charge in groundbreaking industries – from revolutionary peat-free farming solutions, to continuous green electricity, to an AI-powered platform that streamlines allergy management in schools.
In 2022, the UK registered 5.5 million limited companies (LTDs) and 4.1 million self-employed individuals, reflecting increases of 2% and 1.5%, respectively, compared to the previous year. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are rapidly growing, creating new job opportunities locally and for foreign workers.
5 Must-Have Tools for LTDs and Self-Employed Read More »
To delve deeper into the impact of this evolving regulatory landscape, we spoke with Anastasiia Pervushyna, Director and the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) at SENDS, a major UK-based fintech company.
Crypto’s Regulatory Frontier: How FSMA 2023 is Shaping Fintech and Global Adoption Read More »
This partnership unites the distinct strengths of both entities—FINTECH Circle’s vast network and expertise with Started’s PR and growth strategies—with a shared goal: to cultivate innovationand leadership in the evolving fintech landscape.
Press Release: FINTECH Circle and Started Announce New Strategic Partnership Read More »
FINTECH Circle is proud to present Fintech Capital London, a news-style programme presented by Susanne Chishti & to be launched 4 December 2024 at FinTech Connect, held at London’s ExCel.
Press Release: FINTECH Circle launches news-style programme: Fintech Capital London Read More »
ITN Business is proud to present Finance: Equity and Inclusion, a news-style programme hosted by Sangeeta Kandola from the ITN London studio, launched on 6 December 2023 at FinTech Connect, held at London’s ExCel.
Press Release: ITN Business & FINTECH Circle launches news-style programme Read More »
Madara Invest has announced the entry of a new strategic partner and investor, EuroFinance (Trading member of Deutsche Börse Group) in the fintech project.
Press Release: Madara Invest with new Strategic Partnership Read More »
Explore the financial landscape of 2024 with our exclusive insights. Delve into the Top 10 FinTech trends that are set to shape the industry in the coming year, offering a glimpse into the innovative advancements and transformative changes ahead. Stay ahead of the curve as we predict the future of financial technology.
2024’s Forecasts: Top 10 FinTech Trends Read More »
Neha Mehta shared some valuable insights on Super Apps in her recent interview.
Neha Mehta’s Interview on Super Apps Read More »
AI is all set to bring significant changes in the FinTech sector, revolutionising the way financial services are delivered & experienced.
How AI is Set to Revolutionise the FinTech Industry Read More »
Sends merchants can integrate new payment method on the website, application, streaming or social account.
SEIS & EIS are incredibly valuable UK government programs that encourage investors to invest in your Fintech business.
What are the SEIS and EIS Schemes? Read More »
Velmie, a fintech software provider, has released an insightful whitepaper shedding light on the Digital Banking Outlook of the Middle East.
The UK saw the largest IPO at the London Stock Exchange with the fintech company CAB Payments in July 2023
CAB Payments IPO on the London Stock Exchange Read More »
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our member Alan Nagle and the entire KYP team for their unwavering dedication & tireless efforts.
KYP’s CEO, Alan Nagle, Receives London Fintech’s Rising Star Award Read More »
KYP and tell.money partner to deliver real-time risk monitoring for Open Banking account providers, offering greater risk mitigation and assurance to clients.
Press Release: KYP Announces New Client tell.money Read More »
MELD, the first DeFi, non-custodial, banking protocol, has chosen Fintech Circle member Velmie, a Fintech software provider, to bring banking to Web3.
MELD Partners with Velmie to bring the Banking to Web3 Read More »
ResClub has selected and partnered with our member, Velmie, to launch a new investment platform.
Velmie and ResClub team up to Launch a new Investment Platform Read More »
FINTECH Circle member, Elementaryb closes $600k Pre-seed Fundraise
Elementaryb closes $600k Pre-seed Fundraise Read More »
KYP and RiskRecon, a Mastercard Company announced they have entered into a global strategic partnership
Press Release: KYP Announces Strategic Partnership with Mastercard’s Riskrecon Read More »
FINTECH Circle was very proud to be asked to hold a live “Dragon’s Den” pitching event on the main floor of Fintech Connect 2022
The Start Up Launch pad Read More »
In April 2022, FINTECH Circle’s CEO, Susanne Chishti hosted a webinar with Warren Barrie, Sales Director, Bulk Data Centers on the topic of “Green Data Strategies to Reduce Bills and Cut CO2 Emissions”. Warren delivered a thought-provoking presentation which we have summarized in this blog.
Green Data Strategies to Cut Corporate Energy Costs and CO2 Emissions Read More »
Show key stakeholders that you have the perfect solution for scaling and future proofing your IT infrastructure while also driving down cost and meeting your environmental and sustainability goals.
Green Data Strategies to Reduce Energy Bills & Cut CO2 Emissions Read More »
Member update: Circa5000 has adopted Seccl’s technology to power its newly rebranded mobile investment application.
Circa5000 moves to Seccl for investment technology amid rebrand Read More »
Paysme, a FINTECH Circle Startup Member, has launched its £1 million funding round on the private capital platform Globacap to expand Europe’s first-ever business-to-business Super App.
First FinTech Super App for SMEs in UK & Ireland launches £1m funding round Read More »
European fintech startup and FINTECH Circle Startup Member Quppy has closed its B-round at a very ambitious valuation of EUR 25mln.
Quppy to successfully close another investment round Read More »