Fintech events

In 2023, 9 million people were declined for credit and a further 5 million were too worried to apply. Drawing on insights from £1.5bn in annual lending decisions across 50+ credit unions, NestEgg’s new white paper sets out a practical roadmap to scale sector lending to £4bn by 2030, while staying true to the co-operative mission of building financial resilience. Why Scotland matters Despite most applications coming from more deprived neighbourhoods, Scottish credit unions achieve higher average credit scores and lower bad debt than the UK average, a “credit union difference” that points to significant growth potential. What you’ll hear - Key findings from the white paper and implications for growth - Why Scottish credit unions outperform on credit quality and arrears - Practical steps to scale ethical lending while managing risk - Partnership and policy levers on the path to 2030 Who should attend - Credit union leaders, lending and risk teams - Community finance partners and fintech collaborators - Policymakers, regulators and sector bodies

FinTechs today face mounting pressure from regulators, investors, and enterprise customers to prove they can keep data secure and processes compliant. But choosing between frameworks like ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS and GDPR can feel like alphabet soup: especially when deciding which one to pursue, when, and why. In this session hosted with the FinTech Scotland community, experts from Prescient Security will break down: The differences and overlaps between ISO, SOC 2, DORA, NIS2 and GDPR, How fintechs can choose the right compliance path at different growth stages, The role of compliance automation and how your audit journey will look like

Join peers from across financial and professional services for a hands‑on workshop exploring ethical, inclusive and sustainable approaches to innovation. Delivered by the Innovate UK AI for Services Network and Whitecap Consulting, this session will provide actionable insights, real‑world case studies and practical tools to support responsible, technology‑led transformation. The workshop forms part of the Next Generation Professional & Financial Services programme, supported by Innovate UK and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Key details: - Date: 18 November - Location: Edinburgh - Focus: Responsible Innovation - ethical, inclusive and sustainable innovation practices - Who should attend: Professionals in financial and professional business services

TecTonic Night Summit: Year-End Exchange is an experiential, collaborative celebration of creativity, innovation, and curiosity. A unique blend of marketplace, showcase, and festive community gathering, this event brings together Scotland’s most exciting founders, creators, innovators, and ecosystem leaders for an evening of connection, inspiration, and celebration.