Basics of Financial Technology (Fintech)

Fintech is any technology that modifies, enhances, or automates financial services for people or corporations. We will take a closer look at how open banking and application programming interfaces (APIs) facilitate the growth of the fintech sector. We discuss the use and impact of innovations such as blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). You will uncover the main segment of the fintech landscape like mobile payments, digital lending and other services.

Additionally, we break down innovative fintech business models and gain insight into EU legislation such as PSD2 (Payment Services Directive 2). We look at the features and benefits of decentralized finance (DeFi) and explain the current and potential operational and management risks before learning how to handle them. We cover the best practices and requirements for fintech compliance and then outline the different methods in finance to identify potential fraud. Discover the use and importance of digital identity in fintech.

Finally, we explore the main components for the success of the fintech ecosystem, including supply-and-demand factors. We examine the future and look at the top five fintech startups shaping the industry. The fintech market was worth approximately US$112.5-billion in 2021 and is estimated to be US$332.5-billion by 2028. This course is for anyone interested in joining this fast-growing sector: it’s a fantastic opportunity for future fintech specialists to gain theoretical expertise. Enrol now and start learning today!