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Card payments have dominated for years, but a new shift is happening—Pay-by-Bank. This method allows direct payments from bank accounts, cutting transaction fees and speeding up transfers. Plaid is leading the way, making payments smoother and more secure. With businesses saving money and users enjoying a seamless experience, is Pay-by-Bank the future of fintech? 🚀💰
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Card payments have dominated for years, but a new shift is happening—Pay-by-Bank. This method allows direct payments from bank accounts, cutting transaction fees and speeding up transfers. Plaid is leading the way, making payments smoother and more secure. With businesses saving money and users enjoying a seamless experience, is Pay-by-Bank the future of fintech? 🚀💰
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Israel's Ministry of Finance published an "Interim Report for Public Comments from the Team to Reduce Gaps in Short- and Medium-Term Savings Investment Instruments". As someone who has delved into this topic over the past year as part of market research and formulating a GTM strategy, I believe this is mainly a matter of "when" rather than "if." Therefore, I see tremendous potential for global E2E investment platforms that manage investment accounts, like the UK's ISA or Japan's NISA. If these platforms also possess holistic financial planning capabilities, the path to conquering the Israeli market is wide open for them.
Here is a summary (pay attention to section 3 below).
Generally, the discussed reform pertains to short- to medium-term voluntary savings products with tax benefits. These products include investment provident funds, savings policies, and mutual funds, with assets under management totaling approximately 700 billion NIS by the end of 2024. The reform focuses on three main issues that need to be addressed:
1. Standardization of short- to medium-term voluntary savings products with tax benefits, specifically unifying taxation rules (and reducing tax benefits in the process) and managing them under a single investment account.
2. Holistic financial intermediation, meaning an advisor who can provide advice on all products (and transition to a neutral commission model in the process).
3. Mandatory savings and investment platform for managing the dedicated investment account. Additionally, the platform will display pension savings and other voluntary savings to provide a holistic view. The platform will be used by stock exchange members and other users with dual consulting licenses (investment and pension).
As stated above, I believe that the reform (like any reform) will undergo many more changes along the way, but ultimately it will happen, and I recognize a major technological opportunity here. If the topic is relevant to you, I'd be happy to be in touch.
Here is a summary (pay attention to section 3 below).
Generally, the discussed reform pertains to short- to medium-term voluntary savings products with tax benefits. These products include investment provident funds, savings policies, and mutual funds, with assets under management totaling approximately 700 billion NIS by the end of 2024. The reform focuses on three main issues that need to be addressed:
1. Standardization of short- to medium-term voluntary savings products with tax benefits, specifically unifying taxation rules (and reducing tax benefits in the process) and managing them under a single investment account.
2. Holistic financial intermediation, meaning an advisor who can provide advice on all products (and transition to a neutral commission model in the process).
3. Mandatory savings and investment platform for managing the dedicated investment account. Additionally, the platform will display pension savings and other voluntary savings to provide a holistic view. The platform will be used by stock exchange members and other users with dual consulting licenses (investment and pension).
As stated above, I believe that the reform (like any reform) will undergo many more changes along the way, but ultimately it will happen, and I recognize a major technological opportunity here. If the topic is relevant to you, I'd be happy to be in touch.
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Cristian S.
Mar 7, 2025 - 9:25AM
https://www.usdmint.com New digital dollar works exactly like that.
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Master C.
Jan 8, 2023

We are looking for the best of the best from our members to join our Premier Master Enabler Program. Focusing right now on International Expansion and New Market Entry professionals for Europe, Latin America, and the USA. Interested in learning more message Master Connector here or email - masterenabler@fintechconnector.com
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Master C.
Aug 9, 2022

Meet our FinTech Connector Switzerland Cruise sponsors on September 9th in Zurich.
Lloyd's & Partners (VIP Gold Sponsor) and VISA Europe (Premier Sponsor).
We want to thank Lucas T. Landolt (Lloyd's & Partners), Adrian Burgi (Lloyd's & Partners) and Santosh Ritter (VISA) for your support and we look forward to meeting you in Zurich.
There is still time to RSVP for our premier event of the year - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fintech-connector-switzerland-networking-lunch-cruise-vip-dinner-registration-239437362597
Thank you Fabian Lehner for organizing this event for our FinTech Connector members and partners.
#FinTechConnector #Switzerland #Zurich #Event
Lloyd's & Partners (VIP Gold Sponsor) and VISA Europe (Premier Sponsor).
We want to thank Lucas T. Landolt (Lloyd's & Partners), Adrian Burgi (Lloyd's & Partners) and Santosh Ritter (VISA) for your support and we look forward to meeting you in Zurich.
There is still time to RSVP for our premier event of the year - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fintech-connector-switzerland-networking-lunch-cruise-vip-dinner-registration-239437362597
Thank you Fabian Lehner for organizing this event for our FinTech Connector members and partners.
#FinTechConnector #Switzerland #Zurich #Event

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Master C.
Jun 17, 2022

As the global economic environment is shifting, now more than ever partnering with the right organizations to increase business opportunities, focus on revenue growth, and drive innovation is critically important.
We can help you on your fintech and innovation journey.
Click on the link to learn more and let's jump on a call to discuss your business objective - https://www.fintechconnector.com/organizations
#FinTechConnector #Innovation #Partnerships #BusinessDevelopment
We can help you on your fintech and innovation journey.
Click on the link to learn more and let's jump on a call to discuss your business objective - https://www.fintechconnector.com/organizations
#FinTechConnector #Innovation #Partnerships #BusinessDevelopment

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Angel L.
Jan 11, 2023

I wrote an article that highlights the opportunities and challenges of digital transformation in banking and covers points on having a well-thought-out plan, organizational culture, and how to get started with partners that have done it already.
Click to read the article - https://www.fintechconnector.com/blog-actual/2023/1/9/innovating-banks-start-with-a-digital-transformation-plan
Sharing with our Financial Service Automators - Vikas Bansal Erik Gillet Darrell Wright Luisa Franco Batu Sat Simon Weifenbach Les Riedl Andy Lin Jenna Chamra Craig Schwartz Robert Lacoursière Michael Montecuollo Jonathan Blessing Christin Nagel Shweta Mahajan Michael Young Martina Rousseau Ridham Modi Trena Blair Jen Gonzalez Carlos M. Mendes
Click to read the article - https://www.fintechconnector.com/blog-actual/2023/1/9/innovating-banks-start-with-a-digital-transformation-plan
Sharing with our Financial Service Automators - Vikas Bansal Erik Gillet Darrell Wright Luisa Franco Batu Sat Simon Weifenbach Les Riedl Andy Lin Jenna Chamra Craig Schwartz Robert Lacoursière Michael Montecuollo Jonathan Blessing Christin Nagel Shweta Mahajan Michael Young Martina Rousseau Ridham Modi Trena Blair Jen Gonzalez Carlos M. Mendes

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Stephen W.
Mar 18, 2022

See our recent WealthTech 2022 report for a range of viewpoints and thinking on the main trends for WealthTech in 2021/2022.
https://www.thewealthmosaic.com/vendors/the-wealth-mosaic/news/wealthtech-2022-is-live/
This is one of an expanding number of reports we've created at The Wealth Mosaic on technology in wealth management. Next up is our second ESG report, then our second Blockchain & DLT report, then our first US RIA WealthTech report.
https://www.thewealthmosaic.com/vendors/the-wealth-mosaic/news/wealthtech-2022-is-live/
This is one of an expanding number of reports we've created at The Wealth Mosaic on technology in wealth management. Next up is our second ESG report, then our second Blockchain & DLT report, then our first US RIA WealthTech report.
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Luisa F.
Mar 7, 2024

Hello Fintech Connector Community! I have a bank client looking for fintechs that are interested in bank sponsorship. If you're in the market for a bank sponsor, please message me.
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Angel L.
Apr 17, 2022

Another powerful report from FIS on global payments. This is a 156-report that gives you global payments trends, key insights, and other important ecosystem information.
The payments space continues to evolve with super apps, CBDCs, embedded finance, evolution of real-time payments, banking the unbanked, and more...
Check out the report and use it as a reference guide for what's happening and what's coming in payments.
I want to thank Ahmed Refaie Abdo from DSRPTD in the UAE for sharing it with me.
What are your thoughts? Steven Wasserman, Mario Cohen, Jaroslaw Sarwa, Angel Lorente, Carlos M. Mendes , Fabian Lehner , Elena Kozhemyakina , Jaroslaw Sarwa , Adam Ull , Sefa Bicer , Shafique Ibrahim
#fintechconnector #fintech #financialservices #innovation #payments #CBDC #cryptocurrency
The payments space continues to evolve with super apps, CBDCs, embedded finance, evolution of real-time payments, banking the unbanked, and more...
Check out the report and use it as a reference guide for what's happening and what's coming in payments.
I want to thank Ahmed Refaie Abdo from DSRPTD in the UAE for sharing it with me.
What are your thoughts? Steven Wasserman, Mario Cohen, Jaroslaw Sarwa, Angel Lorente, Carlos M. Mendes , Fabian Lehner , Elena Kozhemyakina , Jaroslaw Sarwa , Adam Ull , Sefa Bicer , Shafique Ibrahim
#fintechconnector #fintech #financialservices #innovation #payments #CBDC #cryptocurrency
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Master C.
Oct 5, 2022

Great seeing our Mexico Community Partner Sofia Gamboa on El Financiero Factor Fintec speaking with Sergio Loredo about fintech in Mexico.
Watch the interview here - https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/video/tv/factor-fintech/2022/10/01/entrevista-con-sofia-gamboa-de-fintech-connector-por-sergio-loredo-factor-fintec-4-t4/
NOTE: The interview is in Spanish.
Watch the interview here - https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/video/tv/factor-fintech/2022/10/01/entrevista-con-sofia-gamboa-de-fintech-connector-por-sergio-loredo-factor-fintec-4-t4/
NOTE: The interview is in Spanish.
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Master C.
May 13, 2022

SWITZERLAND IS CALLING ALL FINTECH CONNECTOR MEMBERS...
Join us in Zurich in September for a networking lunch cruise around Lake Zurich.
RSVP today and meet members from over 10+ countries in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
Here is the link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fintech-connector-switzerland-networking-lunch-cruise-vip-dinner-registration-239437362597
#FinTechConnector #Community #Zurich #Events
Join us in Zurich in September for a networking lunch cruise around Lake Zurich.
RSVP today and meet members from over 10+ countries in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
Here is the link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fintech-connector-switzerland-networking-lunch-cruise-vip-dinner-registration-239437362597
#FinTechConnector #Community #Zurich #Events

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Angel L.
Nov 11, 2022

Great to see how we have come a long way since our Meet Ups at Hurley's in NYC to now travelling the world to connect people, opportunities, and capital. Looking forward to our 2023 FinTech Connector events being announced shortly.
Hope to have many of our members joining us on our Innovation Days, Cruises, and VIP Member Dinners.
Thanks to our Community Partners Fabian Lehner Jaroslaw Sarwa Elena Kozhemyakina Shmuel Ben Tovim Mario Cohen Narayanan Ganapathy Meriem Yacoubi Varsenia Stoyanova Aleksandra Ossowska Alfonso Ballesteros Ryohei Uetani Sofia Gamboa Vikas Bansal Shaul Lifshitz
Hope to have many of our members joining us on our Innovation Days, Cruises, and VIP Member Dinners.
Thanks to our Community Partners Fabian Lehner Jaroslaw Sarwa Elena Kozhemyakina Shmuel Ben Tovim Mario Cohen Narayanan Ganapathy Meriem Yacoubi Varsenia Stoyanova Aleksandra Ossowska Alfonso Ballesteros Ryohei Uetani Sofia Gamboa Vikas Bansal Shaul Lifshitz

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