We must urgently solve the £15bn growth capital gap to keep innovation in the UK Cast your mind back to a decade ago, when the world of finance and banking was in disarray, and we were in midst of the worst economic disaster in generations. Trust in financial institutions was at an all-time low, and as so often happens, technology played a central role in restoring public faith and helped [...]
The Budget has recognised the potential of UK fintech All eyes were on the chancellor yesterday, as he delivered his first Budget against a challenging backdrop for the UK’s economy and health system alike. The focus was very much on backing the NHS, supporting small business, and boosting infrastructure spending across the country — and rightfully so, given the circumstances. We’ve also seen vital [...]
While MPs argue, fintech must take the lead on driving growth While MPs argue, fintech must take the lead on driving growth Political discord, uncertainty, rapid change to the country’s prospects every day – this is the present state of Britain. To top it all off, the latest survey from IHS Markit suggests that a new recession is possible, with economic growth slipping over the recent period. The UK is at a crucial point. How we respond [...]
