Fintech in a Flash: Financial Technology Made Easy

by Agustin Rubini

Overview

Master the dynamic world of financial technology with Fintech in a Flash, Fourth Edition – your definitive guide to managing and optimizing your online finances and staying ahead of the curve in an era where digital finance is reshaping our lives.

As global investment in fintech soars and startups reach new heights, understanding this sector is more crucial than ever. This comprehensive manual demystifies the rapidly evolving fintech landscape, transforming complex concepts into digestible insights. Whether it's exploring online payments, diving into challenger banks, or dissecting insurtech and wealthtech, this book has you covered. Here's what sets it apart:

• Concise yet thorough explanations of the 14 fundamental fintech pillars.
• Projections into the future of fintech, preparing you for what's next.
• A deep dive into global fintech hotspots and the game-changing ‘Unicorns.’
• A handpicked selection of emerging fintech stars to watch.

Authored by Agustin Rubini, a celebrated fintech and AI expert, this book is an indispensable resource. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a professional in banking and finance, a consultant, or simply a fintech enthusiast, Fintech in a Flash provides you the knowledge to navigate and excel in the fintech revolution.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783111387741
Publisher:	De Gruyter
Publication date:	06/04/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	217
File size:	2 MB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Agustin Rubini is a renowned fintech thought leader and multiple award-winner who consistently pioneers conversations on the future of banking and financial technology. He has been at the forefront of integrating groundbreaking technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI into the financial sector. Specializing in digital strategy, Agustin crafts innovative business models specifically tailored for the ever-changing landscape of financial services. His deep understanding of technology's potential to disrupt traditional models has cemented his reputation as a highly-sought advisor in areas like innovation, customer experience, and digital transformation.

As an accomplished author, Agustin has penned the best-selling books Fintech in a Flash and Fintech Founders. These works have become seminal texts for professionals striving to keep up with the rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem. Agustin also serves as the founder of Angel Investor School, a pioneering educational platform that equips budding investors with the tools and strategies they need to make savvy early-stage startup investments. Throughout his career, Agustin has held key roles in top-tier financial services companies, research and consulting firms, spearheading major banking integration projects. This includes meticulous planning and execution of comprehensive banking processes and IT systems on an enterprise scale. But Agustin’s impact isn’t limited to the corporate sphere. A humanitarian at his core, he founded LoveArgentina.org, a London-based charity focused on improving educational opportunities for underprivileged youth in Argentina.

Table of Contents

Introduction
New Entrants to Banking
Rethinking Payments and Remittances
Digital Lending Innovation
Commercial Banking Transformation
Next Generation Commerce
Crowdfunding and Crowdinvesting
Innovative Wealth Management
The power of big data
The Internet of things
Blockchain and Distributed Ledgers
The Rise of Insurtech
Identification, Cybersecurity, and Regtech

Editorial Reviews

"Fintech in a Flash is the best treatment of the overall fintech world. In clear and understandable prose, Rubini makes all the major fintech verticals accessible to novices and professionals alike. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to really understand what fintech is all about, from blockchain to insuretech to open banking and more." — James J. Angel, Academic Director, FINRA Certified Regulatory and Compliance Professional (CRCP®) Program, McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University

"In the dynamic realm of financial technology . . . Rubini's meticulous approach to demystifying complex Fintech concepts not only makes this text an effective teaching tool but also ensures its accessibility for students with no prior knowledge. . . . Fintech in a Flash goes beyond the basics, offering a compelling exploration of how these concepts disrupt the traditional financial service industry . . . an indispensable resource . . . I am personally excited for the release of his updated version." — Bob Trotter, FinTech Certificate Program, Terry College of Business, The University of Georgia

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