Ian Watts

Traditional financial systems have been criticised for its #Inclusivity and as we examine the future landscape, innovations in #DeFi and #Web3 are re-shaping the #FutureOfFinance. @bworldph discusses its benefits and what the future holds. businessworld.in/article/How-De…

The insurance business model fails to recognise the value of digital solutions to consumers. @FTAdviser shares how customers need to experience insurance better and differently and how technology can offer a seamless experience and enhance customer value. ftadviser.com/life-insurance…

.@PwC’s recent report “Insurance Reimagined: Spotlight on Trust, Convergence, and Transformation” discusses the trends defining the landscape and the impact of evolving consumer needs and preferences. @NewsReinsurance highlights the findings here: reinsurancene.ws/pwc-outlines-f…

A great article for @FinTechMagazine recognises how the current economic climate is having a negative impact and threatening the growth of #Fintech. As inflation surges, high-interest rates are changing the future of fintech. Find out more here: fintechmagazine.com/financial-serv…

As we enter into a post-pandemic era, ensuring employees are supported in their individual roles is important. @HRNewsdesk discusses employee training in a hybrid world. Here, #BlendedLearning opens up new doors and opportunities to exploit. hrnews.co.uk/employee-train…

This is a highly valued read offered by @GBAFReview recognising the instrumental role of Gen Z in shaping the future of #Financial services. The generation craves immersive experiences and two-way value exchanges. How can the industry deliver? globalbankingandfinance.com/the-role-of-ge…

As we examine the financial landscape, @FinTech_Futures identifies how # DeFi and #Web3 will drive the future. With this, financial firms must allow consumers to access DeFi functionality through banking and insurance services. fintechfutures.com/2022/06/the-fu…

As #EmbeddedFinance matures, @TechCabal explains that adding financial services to a company’s core offerings makes it a seamless and more straightforward process for customers to pay. There is a growing demand for these services in helping to enhance #CX. techcabal.com/2022/07/12/why…

Last week, Fintech Week London 2022 took place, which combined the “best of learning and networking and covering the fintech industry’s hottest topics”. It is great to see how London has become the #Fintech hub for the world driven by innovation. thefintechtimes.com/fintech-week-l…

In #Insurtech, a misalignment in strategic goals between boardroom and business hinders progress. @PostOnline outlines that despite the drive for change, the industry continues to be held back by challenges they have long suffered. postonline.co.uk/market-access/…

Customers are purchasing more #Insurance coverage online than ever. To address the industry's pain points, @CMSWire discusses how to deliver a stellar #CX. The article discusses collecting and leveraging data and using #AI to facilitate claims. cmswire.com/customer-exper…

The pandemic transformed how #Insurance delivered its services. iPi Global Solutions takes a closer look and how it has also offered new opportunities to demonstrate excellent service, managing each individual customer situation with empathy and integrity. ipiglobalsolutions.com/ipi-insights-t…

Statistics from @LinkedIn found that learning and growth opportunities are critical drivers of thriving work culture. @clomedia discusses adapting L&D programs for the past, present and future. How will your organisation benefit from #BlendedLearning? chieflearningofficer.com/2022/07/06/ada…

#BaaS allows non-banks to offer core financial services to their customers by integrating its banks via APIs. As a ground-breaking and revolutionary concept, @GBAFReview lends a valuable read examining how this transforms the future of #Fintech. globalbankingandfinance.com/banking-as-a-s…

A great read offered by @forbes makes some excellent observations of how #Fintech has transformed banking. Fintech has changed the supply and demand for financial services, and as the demand increases, it is exciting to see what the future holds. forbes.com/sites/ronshevl…

Mia Wallace speaks to Joanne Butler from to discuss what is happening in the #Insurance value chain. @insurancebizuk discusses the role of technology in capturing information digitally that can be used further down the chain and automating processes. insurancebusinessmag.com/uk/news/techno…

.@fastcompany understands that the rise of #RemoteWork has transformed the relationship between companies and their employees. More companies realise the benefits of #BlendedLearning in boosting employee engagement and productivity. Thoughts on this? td.org/atd-blog/why-c…

.@insurancebizuk questions whether insurers’ technology push is just hype. In delivering the findings from @acord_standards’ report, the pandemic has accelerated the sector’s digital journey, and we are in the middle of profound change. insurancebusinessmag.com/uk/news/techno…

#DigitalTransformation has become an imperative for #Insurance. An article for @TechNative examines the role of intelligent automation and how this technology will upend outdated business models and offer great benefits. technative.io/can-intelligen…

Last month celebrated Learning at Work, and @Maddyness_UK highlighted what this means and how it can be deployed effectively. #BlendedLearning refers to the seamless integrations of learning approaches that deliver maximum benefit to employees. maddyness.com/uk/2022/05/19/…