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Temenos Recognized as Leader in Cloud Core Banking by Omdia
Temenos (SIX: TEMN) has announced on thursday that it has been recognized as a market leader in the latest “Omdia Universe: Cloud-based Core Banking 2023” evaluation from Omdia, a leading technology analyst and consulting firm.
The report, “Omdia Universe: Cloud-based Core Banking 2023”, helps C-level executives and banking heads to shortlist vendors/solutions when replacing legacy core systems. Temenos was recognized as a strong performer across the board, achieving the highest scores in the report for market alignment, innovation, business processes management and solution integration, as well as performing strongly for its broader platform capabilities.
Ouliana Smith, Senior Research Analyst, Omdia, said: “Our research showed that Temenos was a high performer across the board, achieving the highest scores in the report for market alignment and innovation, as well as performing strongly for its broader platform capabilities. During the evaluation, Temenos demonstrated innovation in the areas of open products for the creation of highly configurable financial products or ‘smart products’, AI, and ESG. In conjunction with Temenos’ broader community of global partners, Temenos Exchange fintech partners, developers and its Innovation Hub, Temenos Banking Cloud offers a compelling solution for banks of all sizes and from all geographies who wish to leverage the benefits of cloud, while also being supported through their transformation journeys. Based on our research, Temenos should appear on your shortlist, particularly if you are seeking a platform that enables rapid new product launches and innovation.”
In addition, Temenos was recognized for its extensive expertise, single code base and industry-standard, event-driven architecture. This enables clients to easily and rapidly enhance the platform with additional capabilities as needed via its Extensibility Framework and Temenos Open Products, while allowing them to consume new offerings safely thanks to continuous updates. Omdia also noted the ESG credentials of the platform, with its science-based metrics and Carbon Emissions Calculator, as well as the embedded explainable AI which helps banks to proactively enhance trust with their customers.
Prema Varadhan, President Product and COO, Temenos, said: “Our recognition as a leader in the Cloud-based Core Banking Universe from Omdia is testament to the work of the team at Temenos in delivering an industry-leading cloud banking platform. We have over 700 clients live on Temenos Banking Cloud, across five continents, covering over 30 regulatory jurisdictions, with a bank going live on our SaaS platform on average every 10 days. Banks of all sizes are increasingly recognizing the benefits of Temenos Banking Cloud, which allows them to elastically scale and accelerate innovation on a continuously updated, trusted, secure service.”
Banks going live with core banking on Temenos Banking Cloud, the company’s SaaS offering, in the past year include Bank of Queensland and Virgin Money in Australia, Alpian, Switzerland’s first digital private bank, and Saudi Export-Import Bank. New signings this year include a top 30 US bank which selected Temenos Banking Cloud to modernize its legacy systems for customers’ records and deposits, and Canadian Tire Bank, part of one of the largest Canadian retail companies, which selected Temenos Banking Cloud to accelerate its core modernization.
Today’s announcement follows Temenos’ recognition by Omdia as a leader in the report ‘Omdia Universe: Digital Banking Platforms, 2023’, where Temenos achieved leadership status as a result of its comprehensive capabilities, solution breadth, strategy and product roadmap across functionalities such as onboarding, digital marketing, analytics, and digital banking. It also comes on the back of Temenos being named a Trusted Cloud Provider by the Cloud Security Alliance, becoming one of only 30 technology providers globally to date to achieve the STAR Level 1, STAR Level 2 attestation and the Trusted Cloud Provider mark.
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Fintech Pulse: Today’s Key Industry Developments, Appointments, and Regulatory Challenges
The Changing Landscape of Global Fintech
The financial technology (fintech) industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, making headlines worldwide. Today’s briefing dives into transformative moves and strategic shifts within fintech companies across diverse geographies. From innovative alliances to prominent executive appointments and ambitious expansions into banking, the industry is positioning itself for a future that intertwines financial inclusivity, regulatory compliance, and customer-centric technology. Let’s unpack these developments.
XTransfer’s Hong Kong Fintech Week Entry: Scaling Financial Access in China
XTransfer, a Shanghai-based cross-border financial services firm, has joined the Hong Kong Fintech Week to showcase its solutions, marking a significant milestone in its journey to bridge financial gaps for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in China. Founded in 2017, XTransfer addresses common barriers faced by Chinese SMEs in accessing international financial networks due to regulatory complexities. The firm’s platform facilitates smoother cross-border transactions by helping businesses navigate regulatory and compliance challenges seamlessly.
The strategic choice to participate in Hong Kong Fintech Week highlights XTransfer’s commitment to strengthening connections within the Asian financial hub. The firm seeks to tap into the region’s wealth of potential clients and partners, as Hong Kong continues to be a pivotal gateway for businesses engaging in cross-border trade with China. The move is also symbolic of the broader fintech community’s push to create inclusive and accessible financial networks, even amid evolving regulatory landscapes.
Source: XTransfer Joins Hong Kong Fintech Week to Expand Global Presence (Yahoo Finance)
Propelld’s New Chief Business Officer: Driving Growth and Product Innovation
Propelld, an Indian ed-finance company, recently appointed Manoj Shetty as its new Chief Business Officer (CBO), signaling a strong commitment to enhancing its market penetration and product offerings. Known for his extensive experience in fintech, particularly in business development and scaling, Shetty is expected to spearhead Propelld’s ambitions to bring tailored financing solutions to India’s education sector.
Propelld focuses on providing student loans and education financing to underserved sections of India, leveraging advanced data analytics to assess borrowers’ potential rather than conventional credit scores. Shetty’s addition to the leadership team suggests that Propelld aims to double down on its innovative data-driven model to better serve the unique financial needs within education.
As the industry grows more competitive, having a seasoned executive like Shetty could be instrumental for Propelld to fortify its unique value proposition. His track record indicates a capacity for handling the nuanced needs of financial services catering to niche markets, and he may well position Propelld to scale sustainably in the expanding ed-finance space.
Source: Propelld Names Manoj Shetty as Chief Business Officer (IBS Intelligence)
Solo Funds Faces Legal Hurdles: The Class-Action Lawsuit Dilemma
In a move that could impact peer-to-peer lending’s regulatory path, Solo Funds faces a class-action lawsuit, alleging that the company’s lending practices breached consumer protection laws. As a platform designed to offer emergency loans to consumers facing cash flow issues, Solo Funds charges “tips” rather than conventional interest rates, a tactic intended to circumvent traditional lending regulations. However, plaintiffs argue that these tips effectively function as disguised interest, making Solo Funds’ practices deceptive and exploitative.
This lawsuit is a critical test for the burgeoning peer-to-peer lending segment, which has grown immensely in recent years as consumers seek alternatives to traditional financial institutions. The outcome may force similar platforms to reassess how they balance operational flexibility with regulatory compliance, potentially reshaping the industry’s approach to short-term lending.
With growing scrutiny on fintech lending platforms, the legal proceedings could also open a wider debate on how fintech firms should transparently operate within the bounds of financial laws. If Solo Funds is found liable, it may prompt stricter regulatory frameworks, affecting peer-to-peer platforms that rely on nontraditional models to attract users.
Source: Lending Fintech Solo Funds Faces Class-Action Lawsuit (TechCrunch)
Slice’s Transformation: A Fintech Company’s Foray into Traditional Banking
India-based Slice, originally a credit-based fintech, has announced its transition into a full-fledged bank, allowing it to offer conventional banking services in addition to its credit solutions. By securing regulatory approval to operate as a bank, Slice aims to expand its product range and deepen its relationship with a fast-growing consumer base in India. This move exemplifies a larger trend of fintech firms seeking to bridge the gap between traditional banking and innovative financial services.
Slice’s venture into banking will also set an intriguing precedent for other fintech companies in India and beyond. The company has successfully carved a niche among young users with its simple, digital credit products. As a bank, it can now offer savings accounts, lending products, and other services, thus creating a one-stop platform that could enhance customer retention and lifetime value.
The expansion to full banking status raises questions about how effectively Slice will manage its dual roles as a fintech innovator and a traditional bank, especially in a market as large and complex as India’s. It also marks a pivot point in the narrative of fintech companies morphing into full-service financial institutions, a trend that is gaining traction globally.
Source: India Fintech Slice Expands to Become a Bank (TechCrunch)
FullCircl’s 2025 Identity Verification Report: Insights into Compliance Challenges
FullCircl, a leading regulatory technology provider, recently released its “2025 State of Identity Verification” report, shedding light on the evolving landscape of identity verification and the challenges businesses face in maintaining compliance. As financial crimes become more sophisticated, firms increasingly invest in identity verification tools to stay ahead. According to the report, over 75% of financial institutions rank identity verification as a critical priority, citing the surge in fraudulent activities as a prime concern.
The report also highlights an industry-wide push towards digital identity systems and the use of artificial intelligence in detecting fraud patterns. As regulatory demands tighten and compliance risks rise, firms are urged to adapt swiftly. FullCircl’s findings underscore a need for seamless, real-time verification solutions that do not compromise customer experience—a delicate balance to maintain as identity verification protocols become more stringent.
The insights from FullCircl’s report reveal a heightened industry focus on ensuring robust identity frameworks that foster trust without hindering the ease of digital transactions. This growing demand aligns with broader trends where digital trust is crucial in retaining customers and enhancing their satisfaction.
Source: FullCircl Releases 2025 State of Identity Verification Report (PR Newswire)
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Xsolla significantly expands payment solutions in Cambodia and Indonesia to maximize game developers’ reach
Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, is pleased to announce the expansion of its payment solutions in Cambodia and Indonesia, providing access to localized payment methods tailored to each region. This initiative aligns with Xsolla’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence across Southeast Asia (SEA) and support game developers in effectively monetizing and distributing their games in these rapidly growing markets.
In Cambodia, Xsolla introduces eight new payment methods, including Internet banking options and digital wallets, tailored to the preferences of Cambodian users. This strategic expansion covers up to 90% of the payments market, ensuring that nearly every player in Cambodia can pay using their preferred method. For example, Bakong KHQR, a QR code-based payment system, holds 45% of the market share, while Acleda Bank accounts for 15%. Supported by the country’s ongoing digital transformation, with digital payment transactions surging by 28.7%, these solutions, including Wing Money, Pi Pay, and others, will enable game developers to reach nearly 2 million gamers in Cambodia, facilitating seamless checkout experiences and boosting sales.
In Indonesia, Xsolla is introducing several new payment methods to help game developers tap into the country’s vast gaming market, with over 185 million gamers out of a 275 million-strong population. Approximately 80% of consumers in Indonesia are unbanked or underbanked. With smartphone penetration reaching up to 80%, Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) are the most preferred option in Indonesia. By integrating these APMs, Xsolla can cover up to 90% of the market. This includes E-wallets, which account for 39% of the market, Bank Transfers at 27%, Cards at 17%, and Cash at 11%. Popular platforms such as ShopeePay, Jenius, and Akulaku are among the new payment options, simplifying transactions for Indonesian gamers and boosting market reach for game developers in one of the fastest-growing digital markets globally.
“Xsolla’s commitment to empowering game developers to access new markets is central to our mission. By introducing localized payment methods in Cambodia and Indonesia, we provide our partners with the tools they need to succeed in these dynamic and rapidly growing gaming environments. This expansion is part of our ongoing efforts to support developers globally and help them overcome payment challenges,” said Chris Hewish, Chief Strategy Officer of Xsolla.
The gaming market in Cambodia is projected to reach $75.21 million by 2027, with mobile games accounting for 66% of the revenue in 2023. In Indonesia, digital transformation opens up significant opportunities for game developers, mainly through localized payment solutions that reduce friction and improve transaction success rates.
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Ibanera to Spotlight The Future of FinTech at RAK DAO Conference
Ibanera, a leading digital banking platform, is attending the RAK DAO conference this year as one of the primary sponsors. At the event, Michael Carbonara, CEO of Ibanera, will be driving discussion on the future of fintech amongst Web3 leaders, including what this looks like in the Middle East and the RAK DAO ecosystem.
Ibanera’s role at the event will showcase the fintech enablement platform’s commitment to driving innovation and leadership amongst the emerging technology industry as it showcases its latest projects.
Ibanera’s CEO Michael Carbonara will also play a key role at the conference, as he joins global business leaders to discuss the power of interconnectivity during a panel talk that will further highlight the company’s influence as a supportive power to global institutions and financial organisations alike. Within this talk, Carbonara will be exploring the RAK DAO vision, mapping a decentralized world built within a well-integrated ecosystem for which collaboration, partnerships and innovation mark key pillars of success.
“As the fintech space continues to pursue greater connections across the global Web3 and decentralized landscape, the more we are able to map out what the future of finance looks like and how it will shape businesses and banking”, said Michael Carbonara, CEO of Ibanera. “The RAK DAO Conference is a cornerstone moment for the industry to get together and explore this exciting world of innovation, and I’m looking forward to hearing fresh perspectives from leaders within the community”.
As a key partner for this year’s RAK DAO conference, the MENA region’s premier blockchain and Web3 summit, Ibanera continues to devote its focus on the innovative Web3 momentum in the Middle East. Carbonara’s panel discussion at RAK DAO 2024 this year will occur on October 25th in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
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