Helsinki Fintech Farm

Our Digital Banking Academy is hosting a free introductory course on sanctions next Tuesday! 📅 This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable insights into one of the most critical topics in financial compliance today. 👉 Check it out and don’t forget to invite your colleagues to join! #DigitalBankingAcademy #SanctionsTraining #FinancialCompliance

As we close out the year, let's spotlight four key trends from 2024! 1️⃣ Funding may be subdued, with only a few notable rounds, but mature fintechs are thriving independently! 2️⃣ Nordic Fintech is expanding its horizons, with an unprecedented surge in international ventures. 3️⃣ The momentum of Open Banking is undeniable with A2A payments making headlines every week! 4️⃣ Banks are actively engaging in fintech partnerships and M&A activities. Notably, several Nordic banks are making significant strides toward becoming BaaS providers. Want to know what happened in Nordic #finance and #fintech in December? Check our monthly summary 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmDitZwD This month’s highlights feature Oma Säästöpankki Oyj, Samlink – A Kyndryl Company, Enfuce, Alisa Pankki Oyj | Alisa Bank Plc, Tietoevry Banking, Multitude, Kivra, Danske Bank, Klarna, cspaar, Qred, Neonomics, Kameo Sverige, Two, Draivi, Starcart, Swish, SEB Embedded, Humla, Lunar, Vipps, Mynt, Gevulot Labs, ExpressTips, Avanza Bank, Sigmastocks, Ageras, BattleFin, Exabel, Sokin, Settle and more! #HelsinkiFintech #NordicFintechHighlights #payments #digitalbanking #nordicfintechnews #learn #connect

"2025 marks the launch of the Nordic Fintech Strategy Arena, a bold initiative designed to navigate the challenges and opportunities of a new, game-changing decade. This platform will drive innovation, foster deeper partnerships, and deliver cutting-edge insights to elevate digital finance across the region and beyond." Read more 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q030jltX0 #NordicFintechSummit #NordicFintech

🚨 Today is the Day! MiCA Regulation Comes into Action 🚨 As of December 30th, 2024, the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) officially takes effect, marking a major milestone in the EU's journey toward regulating digital finance. 🌐💶 Are you ready to navigate the new era of crypto-asset regulation? Whether you're a financial institution, crypto provider, or just keen to understand MiCA's impact, we’ve got you covered. 💡 Explore our latest course: EU Digital Finance Regulation: MiCA 💡 Gain essential insights into the regulation's scope, obligations, and opportunities. Designed for professionals, this course ensures you're fully equipped to stay compliant and thrive in this evolving landscape. 📚 What you'll learn: → Key provisions of MiCA and how they reshape the crypto landscape → Regulatory obligations for crypto providers and issuers → The broader impact of MiCA on financial markets 🎓 Don’t just react to change – lead it. Join the course today and step confidently into the future of digital finance. 👉 Enroll now: https://hubs.ly/Q030jtjH0 #MiCA #DigitalFinance #CryptoRegulation #Fintech #EURegulation #DigitalBankingAcademy

🎄 Holiday Season = Time to Relax, Recharge... and Learn! 🎓 The holiday season is the perfect time to step away from the back-to-back meetings, unwind, and take a moment to sharpen your skills for the year ahead. 🎁 If you're curious about how digital development is transforming banking, we've got you covered! 🎥 Check out this free lecture from our Digital Banking Academy: 🔗 How not to fail – Digital development programs in banks https://hubs.ly/Q02_V5T50 Whether you’re at home by the fire or relaxing on the couch, take just 42 minutes to gain valuable lessons about transformation. ✨ Start the new year one step ahead! #DigitalBanking #DigitalBankingAcademy #DigitalDevelopment

📅 Day 24: Helsinki Fintech Farm 🏡 And finally, meet Fintech Farm, the leading fintech hub of Finland. Fintech Farm connects startups, financial institutions, and tech companies, fostering collaboration and driving innovation in the Nordic financial ecosystem. Through strategic matchmaking, industry events, and market insights, Fintech Farm empowers businesses to navigate the fast-evolving financial industry landscape. As a trusted partner, Fintech Farm is at the heart of Finland’s thriving fintech scene, building bridges between innovation and opportunity. Merry Christmas everyone! #NordicFintech #HelsinkiFintech

📅 Day 23: Klarna 🛍️ Sweden’s Klarna needs no introduction as one of the world’s leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) providers. Their innovative payment solutions make shopping smoother for consumers and increase sales for merchants. With a focus on customer experience and convenience, Klarna’s platform extends far beyond BNPL, offering tools for budgeting, personal finance, and loyalty rewards. Klarna’s impact on global commerce is nothing short of transformative. #NordicFintech #HelsinkiFintech #Klarna #BNPL

📅 Day 22: Neonomics 🔗 Based in Norway, Neonomics bridges the gap between banks, fintechs, and third-party providers through its open banking platform. By enabling secure and seamless access to financial data, Neonomics empowers businesses to offer personalized services and innovative products. Their focus on interoperability and compliance positions them as a key player in the evolving open finance ecosystem, driving collaboration and innovation across the financial industry. #NordicFintech #HelsinkiFintech #Neonomics #OpenBanking

📅 Day 21: Enfuce 🌱 Finland’s Enfuce is a leading card-as-a-service provider, offering scalable payment solutions with a strong focus on sustainability. Their platform enables businesses to launch payment cards quickly while integrating features like carbon footprint tracking. Enfuce’s innovative approach helps banks, fintechs, and corporates enhance their payment services while aligning with ESG goals. Their commitment to sustainability sets them apart as a leader in responsible fintech. #NordicFintech #HelsinkiFintech #Enfuce #Payments #Cards

📅 Day 20: Zettle by PayPal 💳 Sweden’s Zettle by PayPal (previously iZettle) revolutionized point-of-sale systems with its sleek, user-friendly card readers and payment solutions. Supporting small businesses globally, Zettle enables seamless transactions and business management tools for merchants on the go. From inventory tracking to invoicing, Zettle’s comprehensive platform empowers businesses to operate smarter and more efficiently in the modern economy. #NordicFintech #HelsinkiFintech #Zettle #Paypal #Payments #POS