September 21, 2026
Ex-Monzo Execs’ Sync Savings Secures Funding and Establishes Welsh HQPayroll savings platform Sync Savings has completed a new funding round, following the fintech’s move to establish its headquarters in Cardiff.
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September 21, 2026
Ex-Monzo Execs’ Sync Savings Secures Funding and Establishes Welsh HQPayroll savings platform Sync Savings has completed a new funding round, following the fintech’s move to establish its headquarters in Cardiff.
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September 18, 2026
Lynette Slater Appointed Chief Executive of de Novo Solutions.de Novo Solutions has appointed Lynette Slater as its new Chief Executive, marking the next stage in the company’s growth.
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People
September 16, 2026
NatWest Cymru Research Identifies 160 Welsh Businesses with Untapped Innovation PotentialNew research from NatWest Cymru has identified 160 innovative businesses across Wales with significant potential to drive future economic growth, create skilled jobs and attract investment.
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Reports & Resources
September 16, 2026
Mastering Diversity Conference Brings Hundreds Together in Cardiff and Launches Next Chapter of Youth EnterpriseFinTech Wales was proud to support the Mastering Diversity Conference 2026, which brought hundreds of delegates from communities, businesses and public services together at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in Cardiff on 10 September.
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September 15, 2026
Three Companies from Wales’ Fintech Ecosystem Selected for JPMorganChase Fintech Forward Programme 2026Three companies with strong links to Wales’ fintech ecosystem have been selected for the 2026 JPMorganChase Fintech Forward Programme, joining a cohort of just 14 businesses from across the UK.
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September 15, 2026
Lloyds Banking Group’s Launch Innovation Programme 2026 is Open for ApplicationsLloyds Banking Group has opened applications for its 2026 Launch Innovation Programme, inviting start-ups, scale-ups, ambitious companies and individuals to develop solutions addressing key customer and business challenges.
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September 14, 2026
Welsh Cybersecurity Firm Socura Named Official FAW Cyber Security PartnerWelsh cybersecurity provider Socura has been selected by the Football Association of Wales (FAW) as its Official Cyber Security Partner ahead of the 2028 Men’s UEFA European Championships and 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
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September 14, 2026
MASANAS Backs Five-Year Reading Programme Across Ten Welsh Primary SchoolsMASANAS, co-founded by award-winning entrepreneur Mark Sweeny, has committed to funding five years of whole-school reading support across ten Welsh primary schools.
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September 10, 2026
IE Hub and Mega AI Launch ELLIE to Improve How Creditors Support Customers in Financial DifficultyFinTech Wales member IE Hub and Mega AI have announced the launch of ELLIE, a new AI-powered affordability solution designed to transform how creditors identify, understand and support customers experiencing financial difficulty.
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September 08, 2026
New £10m Scheme Aims to Unlock More Investment for High-Growth Welsh FirmsThe Development Bank of Wales has launched a new £10 million pilot scheme designed to help high-growth Welsh businesses secure larger equity investment rounds and scale from a Welsh base.
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September 07, 2026
Welsh Fintech Community Celebrated at Fintech Awards Wales 2026The Welsh fintech community came together at the Tramshed in Cardiff to celebrate another year of achievement as the winners of the Fintech Awards Wales 2026 were revealed.
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September 07, 2026
Cardiff Capital Region Partners With National Wealth Fund To Unlock Investment And GrowthCardiff Capital Region (CCR) is set to form a strategic partnership with the UK’s National Wealth Fund, creating an opportunity to accelerate investment and economic growth across South East Wales.
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July 20, 2026
How Veeqo is Building Fintech Talent in Swansea Through ApprenticeshipsVeeqo, an Amazon company headquartered in Swansea, is investing in apprenticeships to grow local talent, create new career pathways, and embed future fintech leaders into the business from day one.
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Skills
June 27, 2026
FinTech Wales and Cardiff and Vale College host Fintech Speed Interview DayFinTech Wales recently partnered with Cardiff and Vale College to deliver a Speed Interview Day, providing learners with the opportunity to put their skills into practice while connecting with employers from across the Welsh fintech ecosystem.
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June 23, 2026
Curveball Leisure hosts Employer Experience Day for Cardiff and Vale College Bootcamp studentsThe current Cardiff and Vale College Bootcamp cohort recently took part in an Employer Experience Day with Welsh video games publisher Curveball Leisure, giving students the opportunity to apply their learning in a real-world business environment.
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Events
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May 01, 2026
The AI University Challenge Highlights Student Innovation at Cardiff Business SchoolFinTech Wales hosted the AI University Challenge at Cardiff Business School, where students collaborated with industry partners to tackle fast-paced challenges exploring AI’s impact on compliance, financial crime and human decision-making.
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Events
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Skills
April 14, 2026
CAVC Coding Academy Learners Connect with Leading Employers at Multi-Sector Speed Interview EventThe session brought together employers from across fintech, financial services, the civil service and the NHS, with each organisation showing a commitment to supporting new talent.
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Skills
April 02, 2026
USW Students Experience Fintech in Practice During Hodge Bank VisitMBA Global students from the Faculty of Business and Creative Industries at the University of South Wales (USW) visited Hodge Bank on 21 October 2025 to gain first-hand insight into how the bank operates, innovates and uses technology to support its business strategy.
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March 30, 2026
New AI for Leaders Programme Launches in Wales Backed by Welsh Government FundingA six-week programme from Code Institute aims to help Welsh business leaders turn AI adoption into measurable business impact.
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February 24, 2026
Swansea University Plays Key Role in Securing Semiconductor Supply ChainsExperts from Swansea University’s Computer Science Department are playing a key role in an international initiative tackling growing cybersecurity risks across the semiconductor supply chain
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February 11, 2026
Monmouthshire Building Society Community Academy Graduates Progress into Permanent RolesMembers of the Community Academy at Monmouthshire Building Society have graduated from the training scheme, with four securing permanent roles at the Newport-based mutual.
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February 10, 2026
Admiral Highlights Data Analytics Apprenticeship Programme during National Apprenticeship WeekTo mark National Apprenticeship Week, Admiral Group Plc is shining a spotlight on its first-ever Data Analytics Apprenticeship Programme, highlighting how apprenticeships are helping to build the next generation of data talent in Wales.
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January 27, 2026
Fully Funded AI Training for FinTech Wales Members – ALS TrainingALS is offering fully-funded AI training opportunities in partnership with the British Computer Society to offer baseline technical training for staff across all levels of business and support businesses integrating into daily operations.
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January 27, 2026
Cardiff and Vale College Bootcamp Employer Day with FinTech Wales – GalleryFinTech Wales was proud to support the recent Bootcamp Employer Day hosted by Cardiff and Vale College — a dynamic afternoon connecting future talent with leaders from across the fintech and tech sectors.
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Skills
August 14, 2026
Final Rentals Becomes First Global Franchise Network to Roll Out Deposit-Free Car RentalCardiff-headquartered fintech Final Rentals has become the first global car rental franchise network to make deposit-free rentals available across more than 65 countries.
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February 25, 2026
Sero Secures Funding From Cardiff Capital Region to Lower Bills and Drive Energy Efficiency in Social HousingSero has secured a significant investment from the Innovation Investment Capital Limited Partnership (IIC), the Cardiff Capital Region (CCR)-backed fund
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February 16, 2026
Finalrentals Expands into Pakistan, Strengthening Global Growth from CardiffCardiff-based global car rental marketplace Finalrentals has officially launched in Pakistan and is now live at Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad International Airports.
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January 23, 2026
Aviva x Founders Factory opens applications for its Fintech Accelerator programmeFounders Factory has opened applications for its Aviva-backed Fintech programme, offering £50k capital alongside six months of operational support.
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January 07, 2026
Sero and SNG Strengthen Partnership for £36.5 Million Wave 3 Warm Homes ProjectSero and Sovereign Network Group (SNG) have announced the continuation of their long-standing collaboration to deliver independent Retrofit Co-ordination Services for SNG’s Wave 3 Warm Homes Social Housing Fund Project.
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October 29, 2025
Foundry Alumni Isabel Carapeta Wins Rising Female Award at Unicorn Factory Lisboa 2025Isabel Carapeta has been awarded the Rising Female Award at the 2025 Unicorn Factory Lisboa Entrepreneurship Awards.
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October 27, 2025
FinTech Wales Foundry: Fourth Accelerator Programme Concludes with Inspiring Demo DayThe fourth FinTech Wales accelerator programme came to a close with an exciting Demo Day held on 9th October at Cardiff’s Wales Millennium Centre.
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October 09, 2025
FinTech Wales Foundry – Breakfast at the CastleNot your average Thursday morning! The FinTech Wales Foundry cohort swapped meeting rooms for the magnificent Cardiff Castle, gathering for breakfast with a view before their biggest day yet — Demo Day.
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September 29, 2025
From Accelerator to Demo Day: Meet Simplifyer, Turning Receipts into Financial Clarity for Gen‑ZWe sat down with Isabel Carapeta, Co‑Founder of Simplifyer and a member of the Foundry 2025 cohort, to learn about her journey through the accelerator, what Simplifyer does, and what’s next ahead of Demo Day.
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September 26, 2025
From Accelerator to Demo Day: Meet Cavefish, the Startup Making Emotions MeasurableAs part of our 2025 FinTech Wales Foundry accelerator, we sat down with Steve Williams, Co-Founder of Cavefish, to hear about their mission, journey through the accelerator, and what’s next ahead of Demo Day on Thursday 9th October.
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September 24, 2025
From Accelerator to Demo Day: Meet CloudBank.Digital, the Core Banking Platform Powering Scalable Financial ServicesAs part of our 2025 FinTech Wales Foundry Accelerator, we caught up with Nataliia Muzyka, Founder of CloudBank.Digital, to hear about the journey so far and what’s next for their groundbreaking core banking platform.
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September 23, 2025
From Accelerator to Demo Day: Meet Zugo, the Fintech Helping Advice Firms Serve Mass‑Market Clients ProfitablyAs part of the 2025 FinTech Wales Foundry Accelerator, we spoke with Nicholas Basi, Co‑Founder of Zugo, about what Zugo does, how the accelerator has helped, and what to expect at Demo Day on Thursday 9th October.
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