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Is UK fintech in decline, or is this just the beginning of a new wave of innovation? In this episode of The Curiosity Code, we’re joined by Veronica Maria Glab, a fintech strategist and former Head of Partnerships at Innovate Finance, to uncover the real story behind the recent drop in VC investment in UK fintech and what’s next for the ecosystem.

👉 If you're interested in UK fintech trends 2025, global fintech investment, or the impact of AI and crypto in finance, this episode is for you. Veronica shares exclusive insights from her time producing the UK’s most trusted fintech investment report—a report that’s even made it to 10 Downing Street.

We talk about:
• What caused the UK fintech funding drop in 2022 and 2023
• How Fintech 3.0 is reshaping the financial services world
• The role of regulation vs innovation in the UK, US, and Middle East
• Why wealthtech and embedded finance are quietly booming
• What VCs really look for in 2024-2025
• How the UK compares globally in fintech performance

Whether you're a founder, investor, policymaker, or fintech fan, this deep dive into the UK fintech landscape will help you understand where the market is heading and how to stay ahead of the curve.

00:00 - Intro: live from Lisbon
02:00 - UK Fintech history: From 1800s to Fintech 3.0
06:30 - Fintech investment peak in 2021: $106B globally
09:45 - Why VC funding in UK fintech dropped post-2022
13:30 - How UK regulation is impacting fintech startups
17:15 - Malta, crypto, and the new fintech hubs
19:30 - Global fintech: US, EU, and Middle East comparison
21:20 - Crypto, AI, and quantum: Hype vs substance
26:00 - The rise of wealth tech and new investment tools
28:50 - Founders’ guide: Surviving the 2024 fintech climate
31:10 - Breaking into fintech: events, VCs, and ecosystems
34:15 - Top fintech conferences in Europe and MENA

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Ready to scale your fintech globally? Avoid costly mistakes! Discover the critical red flags fintechs overlook when expanding into new markets.

Elif Kocaoglu Ulbrich, Founder of Contextual Solutions, Author, reveals the hidden pitfalls and critical red flags that can derail international expansion. Discover why localization and understanding local culture are paramount, and learn about the regulatory hurdles in key markets like Germany and the EU. Gain insights on optimal timing for scaling, avoiding the trap of overestimating new regions, and the surprising differences between startup and corporate approaches. Plus, explore the evolving role of AI in global fintech compliance and uncover underrated factors essential for successful market entry.

00:02 - Introduction to the conversation on global fintech expansion with Elif Kocaoglu Ulbrich.
03:52 - Identifying the most overlooked factors when fintechs expand internationally.
06:03 - The discussion on balancing product localization with a global strategy.
07:57 - Insights into the most challenging and underestimated markets for fintechs.
10:44 - Determining the optimal timing for international scaling and key red flags.
13:05 - Comparing global expansion approaches of startups and established financial institutions.
15:28 - Uncovering potentially overlooked markets for fintech growth.
18:26 - Exploring underrated factors that can significantly impact market entry.
21:49 - Examining the role of AI-driven compliance tools in international fintech expansion.

Check out this comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of global fintech expansion!

Elif has kindly offered free resources on the European and German markets, including studies and checklists, to assist companies with their expansion plans. You can find the links below:

https://www.contextualsolutions.de/german-market-checklist

https://www.contextualsolutions.de/fintech-publications-legaltech/the-german-banking-and-fintech-market-2025

#FintechGlobalExpansion #FintechExpansion #GermanyFintechEntry #LessonsonMarketEntry #GlobalScaling #FintechMista

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Can you believe insurance could be fast? Discover how AI in insurance, insurance automation, and digital transformation in insurance are changing the industry! Join us as we speak with Parul Kaul Green, a leading expert in the field, about the future of insurance, including AI underwriting and faster insurance claims. Learn how efficient insurance powered by AI is becoming a reality.

Discover the advancements in AI underwriting, the potential for faster insurance claims, and the overall future of insurance with insights from a leading expert!

#AIinInsurance #AIUnderwriting #InsuranceAutomation #ClaimsAutomation #InsureTech #FutureofInsurance #EfficientInsurance #InsuranceTrends #AIInsurance #FastInsurance #InsureTech

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