July 14, 2018 @ 2:41 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Asian fintech innovation hub, Stone & Chalk, announced this week it is uniting fintech across the eastern seaboard with the launch of a new national capability, known as a mega hub, across its new home at the Goods Shed North in the heart of Melbourne’s… Read More

July 9, 2018 @ 1:42 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Australia-based marketplace lender SocietyOne announced last that Jason Yetton has stepped down as CEO/Managing Director and will be leaving the company in July to pursue other opportunities. The lending platform reported that Board has appointed Mark Jones, Chief Financial Officer and Commercial Director, as the Interim CEO… Read More

July 9, 2018 @ 8:27 am By JD Alois  |  

The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement, or the “J5”, is a group of nations dedicated to fighting against tax crime and money laundering. Participants in the J5 include the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) and Australian Taxation Office (ATO), the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA),… Read More

July 3, 2018 @ 12:32 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

On Tuesday, Australian fintech and open banking platform, Trade Ledger, announced the opening of its new European operation headquartered in London, and the appointment of two key management positions to help drive the expansion. The company reported that the expansion will boost Trade Ledger’s international traction and… Read More

July 3, 2018 @ 10:11 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Airwallex, an Australia-based fintech company, has reportedly secured $108 million through its Series B funding round, which included investments by Tencent, Sequoia China, and Paul Bassat’s Square Peg. This news comes just a little over one year after the company raised 13 million through its Series A funding… Read More

June 15, 2018 @ 7:42 am By JD Alois  |  

FinTech Australia is in the midst of a transition. Just as the Fintech industry continues to shift and change direction, Australia’s leading Fintech advocacy group adjusts and adds new names to its leadership. According to the group, the new board of directors will take shape… Read More

June 13, 2018 @ 7:00 pm By JD Alois  |  

FinTech Australia has shared the 2018 Finnie Award winners. The second annual industry event recognizes the best in financial innovation in the fast growing sector of finance. Receiving the top award of Australia’s outstanding FinTech leader of the year is Katherine McConnell, the founder and CEO of… Read More

June 12, 2018 @ 11:31 am By Erin Hobey  |  

Lending Express, an AI-powered marketplace for business loans, has opened a new Silicon Valley office in San Mateo, as well as the appointment of Moshe Kazimirsky to VP of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development to support the West Coast team. The announcement comes on the… Read More

June 12, 2018 @ 6:00 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Timelio, an Australia-based online marketplace for invoice and supply chain finance, announced on Tuesday it has surpassed $250 million in invoice funding. Founded in 2014, the fintech firm stated its purpose is to improve the financial well-being of business owners by improving cash flow for… Read More

June 8, 2018 @ 8:11 am By JD Alois  |  

Huobi Group, a fast growing digital asset solutions provider, is now accepting listing submissions from European and Australian blockchain companies on the Huobi Autonomous Digital Asset Exchange (HADAX). On HADAX, teams may self-submit an application online to list their project for community voting. Following an… Read More

June 4, 2018 @ 11:22 pm By JD Alois  |  

In a speech delivered to an Australian Senate Committee meeting last week, James Shipton, Chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), told the members Australia can lead the way when it comes to Regtech adoption. Australia has a vibrant Fintech ecosystem that has benefited… Read More

June 4, 2018 @ 10:54 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Following further delays of credit reporting legislation, FinTech Australia announced on Friday it is now calling for the legation to continue to progress. The organization reported that despite a proposed July 1st implementation date, the legislation is still in the House of Representatives and there… Read More

May 26, 2018 @ 4:14 pm By Samantha Hurst  |  

Scottish crowdfunded brewery BrewDog announced this week it officially received the green light from the Brisbane City Council to begin construction on its $30 million brewery in Murarrie, Brisbane. According to the brewery, the development includes the construction of a 50hl, 3,000m2 brewing and canning… Read More

May 23, 2018 @ 8:39 pm By JD Alois  |  

HashChing, a Sydney-based home loan marketplace, has just announced a $700,000 loan from Jobs NSW. Deputy Premier and Minister for Small Business John Barilaro said the NSW Government had backed the Fintech which is expected to create 46 jobs over the next five years. “Jobs for… Read More

May 23, 2018 @ 10:48 am By Samantha Hurst  |  

Afterpay, a digital platform that offers interest-free installment plans for online purchases, announced on Wednesday its launch into the U.S. Named as one of Australia’s fastest growing fintech companies by IDC, initial retailers integrating its “buy-now, pay-later” platform includes popular fashion and lifestyle retailer Urban… Read More

May 22, 2018 @ 10:50 am By JD Alois  |  

Lending Express, an AI-powered platform for business loans, is reporting it has received a $2.7 million seed round led by Entrée Capital, iAngels, and existing investors. The new money will be used to scale operations in both the US and Australia. “We are proud to… Read More

May 21, 2018 @ 9:39 am By JD Alois  |  

The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has published their 9th annual report on scam activity in Australia.  As one may expect, investment scams posted the highest amount of loss in 2017 with reports to “Scamwatch” and ACORN exceeding $64.6 million (Dating and romance scams’ were… Read More

May 19, 2018 @ 12:05 pm By JD Alois  |  

Republic, a mission driven investment crowdfunding platform that enables companies to raise money by selling securities including initial coin offerings, has provided an update on their progress. Shared on the 2 year anniversary of when Reg CF became actionable, Republic shares the following stats: To… Read More

May 16, 2018 @ 11:31 pm By JD Alois  |  

Brad Kitschke has been selected as the new CEO of FinTech Australia. Kitschke follows in the footsteps of founding CEO Danielle Szetho who announced her resignation earlier this year. Sarah Worboys acted as interim CEO during the executive search. Kitschke has a history of working with… Read More

May 9, 2018 @ 10:38 pm By JD Alois  |  

FinTech Australia is lauding the Aussie Government’s policy push regarding Open Banking. The advocacy group says the Australian decision has pushed back against big banks to open true banking reform by next year. “A government-backed Open Banking framework will be a game-changer for consumers and businesses,… Read More