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Good AI without good data? Don’t bank on it

19.06.25

Blog

Good AI without good data? Don’t bank on it

In today’s fast-moving world, banks are under pressure to stay competitive.
Increased SME lending by high street banks

16.06.25

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Increased SME lending by high street banks

UK Finance’s latest Business Finance Review shows that business lending by the high street banks increased in the first quarter of 2025 to £4.6 billion, a sixth consecutive quarterly rise and the highest amount since the second quarter of 2022.
Nine things we learned from banks when we asked them about balancing resilience and growth : Part 2

12.06.25

Blog

Nine things we learned from banks when we asked them about balancing resilience and growth : Part 2

In today’s fast-moving banking environment, finding the right balance between competitiveness and resilience is more challenging than ever.
Fraud moves fast. Can agentic AI keep up?

11.06.25

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Fraud moves fast. Can agentic AI keep up?

AI used to play a supporting role in fraud prevention, scoring risk, flagging cases, and sending them to humans for review.
Nine top tips for selecting software providers

10.06.25

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Nine top tips for selecting software providers

Selecting the right software provider is critical for any financial institution, impacting efficiency, security, and overall client satisfaction.
Green upgrades must make financial sense if homeowners are to adopt them at the scale required to meet net zero ambitions

10.06.25

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Green upgrades must make financial sense if homeowners are to adopt them at the scale required to meet net zero ambitions

In its 2024 manifesto, the Labour Party promised a range of ambitious initiatives designed to facilitate the transition to clean energy – boosting economic growth and transforming the UK housing landscape in the process.
Nine things we learned from banks when we asked them about balancing resilience and growth : Part 1

06.06.25

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Nine things we learned from banks when we asked them about balancing resilience and growth : Part 1

In today’s fast-moving banking environment, finding the right balance between competitiveness and resilience is more challenging than ever.
Ensuring fair treatment for vulnerable customers: insights from the FCA’s latest review

05.06.25

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Ensuring fair treatment for vulnerable customers: insights from the FCA’s latest review

We all recognise the importance of customer-centricity but when it comes to vulnerable customers, the stakes are even higher.
Navigating the EU AI Act: a strategic approach for financial services

04.06.25

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Navigating the EU AI Act: a strategic approach for financial services

As we approach the first anniversary of the EU AI Act's enforcement in August 2025, it's an opportune moment to reflect on its impact and the strategic steps financial services institutions must take to ensure compliance and leverage the act for innovation.