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Embracing the Evolving Landscape of Fintech and Digital Assets

by Richie
03/11/2022
in Data & Analytics, Industry

In the rapidly transforming realm of financial technology (fintech) and digital assets, there exists a fertile ground of opportunities for financial institutions to recalibrate their business approaches and adapt to emerging models.

According to CB Insights, global venture capital (VC) funding soared to a historic high of $621 billion in 2021 from $294 billion in the previous year, marking a significant uptick. Notably, the number of unicorns, private companies valued over $1 billion, reached an all-time high of 959.

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Fintech, boasting the largest number of unicorns, attracted a staggering $132 billion in VC funding, a considerable leap from $49 billion in 2020. Of this funding, 67% came from mega-rounds exceeding $100 million. Additionally, fintech exit deal values surged to a record $490 billion in 2021, primarily driven by initial public offerings (IPOs) and special purpose acquisition companies, as reported by Dealroom.co.

However, amidst this record-breaking momentum, concerns emerged regarding IPO valuations and the technological capacities of fintech companies. Many of the fintech firms that went public in 2021 witnessed double-digit declines from their initial valuations, sparking inquiries into the disparities between pre-IPO and post-IPO valuation metrics.

The collapse of Greensill Capital, once hailed as a fintech unicorn, spotlighted issues around the company’s purported deployment of cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Investigations revealed that Greensill’s technologies were not groundbreaking, and their use of machine learning promoted speculative financing rather than innovative financial solutions.

Regulatory considerations are pivotal for fintech companies aiming to disrupt financial services. Building robust business models entails integrating regulatory and compliance frameworks to instill confidence in technological innovations within regulated financial markets.

Payments and crypto-related decentralized finance (DeFi) emerged as prominent sectors attracting significant investment in 2021. The European Payment Services Directive 2 (PSD2) catalyzed innovation in tech-enabled payment solutions, facilitating customer-permissioned data sharing between banks and third-party providers. This framework empowered incumbent banks to collaborate with fintech innovators, unlocking new business avenues and widening their market reach.

Furthermore, the push for improved cross-border payments gained traction, with initiatives aimed at making such transactions cheaper, faster, and more transparent while upholding security standards. The integration of innovative technologies like distributed ledger technology (DLT) and regulated stablecoin arrangements showcased potential enhancements in this domain.

The crypto and DeFi markets experienced substantial growth, with a total ecosystem value estimated at $332 billion in 2021. However, concerns lingered about the volatility and regulatory implications of these markets, raising flags for global financial stability.

Looking ahead, three critical areas could bolster the broader adoption of digital finance and crypto markets. Firstly, establishing clear digital finance regulations would encourage wider engagement from traditional financial institutions in crypto-asset activities. Secondly, resolving the ‘blockchain trilemma’—balancing decentralization, security, and scalability within blockchain architectures—is essential for their wider commercial application. Lastly, the EU’s Digital Finance Strategy, including proposals for ‘open finance,’ holds the potential to revolutionize various sectors within the financial landscape.

In conclusion, fintech innovation is steering the evolution of financial services, offering a gateway for financial institutions to adapt and incorporate novel fintech solutions into their operations.

Francis Richard Pereira, an investment actuary with substantial expertise in fintech investment, crypto-assets, and DeFi, brings a unique perspective to this transformative landscape.

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