FinTech
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Crypto-currencies – High Prospects Despite Low Reputation?
New methods of conducting payments and bank business have been developed since the early days of the Internet; Credit cards, direct debit cards, and e-money transactions are widely accepted and increasingly popular. However, all these payment methods require two things: banks and a regulated currency. With the emergence of blockchain technology, new payment methods have evolved, which claim to make banks and regulation unnecessary. What are these crypto-currencies, what are their benefits, and do they really have an impact on the banking and financial world? Daniel Groß, Attorney at Law, DWF Germany, Cologne, explains.
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Feature "FinTech"
Women in FinTech
In an interview with Dr Katja Michel and Kirsten Ammon from the Fieldfisher law firm, they discuss how women are still underrepresented – both in leadership positions and in start-ups.
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The Digital Bank: Why Innovative Financial Institutions Urgently Need an Interconnection Strategy
Dr. Thomas King, CTO at DE-CIX, shows why interconnection via an Internet Exchange is so important for the future of banking.
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Big Banks, Big Data, and the Need for a Better Digital Infrastructure
Ivo Ivanov from DE-CIX, on preparing the way for the digital bank of the future through intelligent interconnection with ecosystem partners.
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Feature "Doing Business in Germany"
Doing Business in Germany: What Does Frankfurt Have to Offer?
If your company is part of the financial ecosystem and you are considering expanding your business in Germany, you are probably thinking: Frankfurt. But why? Take a look at the reasons – and the potential Frankfurt has to offer. Mathias Röckel explains.
Industry Insights "Doing Business in Germany"
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Feature "FinTech"
Banking the Bits and the Bytes
Ivo Ivanov, CEO of DE-CIX International, offers 4 steps to a future-proof connectivity strategy for the finance sector