London IPOs, AI in Fintech, and Tackling Fraud Challenges
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London IPOs, AI in Fintech, and Tackling Fraud Challenges

E20 • Mar 30, 2025 • 14 mins

In this episode, we delve into the latest developments in fintech IPOs in London, focusing on key players such as Monzo, Starling, and Zilch, and their implications for the market. We then explore the landscape of AI-driven fintech funding in Singapore, examining the challenges that accompany this growth. The episode also covers the rise of crypto investments and the importance of fraud detection in the fintech industry. We address the issue of B2B fraud, particularly identity theft, and the technologies being used for prevention. Additionally, Visa's recent partnerships and platform integrations are discussed, along with the transformative role of AI in compliance and regulation across various sectors.

Key Points

  • Monzo, Starling, and Zilch's upcoming IPOs could significantly bolster London's status as a global fintech hub by attracting more investors.
  • Singapore's fintech funding for AI-driven solutions surged to $160 million in the second half of 2024, reflecting investors' growing interest in AI applications like credit risk assessment and fraud prevention.
  • Fraud in the business-to-business sector is escalating, prompting merchants to increase spending on anti-fraud technologies by 20% next year to combat sophisticated fraud tactics like deepfakes and synthetic identities.
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