A new report has been released by FinTechNI and Whitecap Consulting highlighting Northern Ireland’s FinTech ecosystem.
In Brief:
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Northern Ireland has the highest concentration of FinTech employment in the UK.
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The report, published on Monday, finds one in five people in Northern Ireland working in FinTech.
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Some key areas include RegTech, InsurTech, cybersecurity and AI.
What does this mean?
The report engaged with over 50 stakeholders in the industry and is the first “formally published analysis” of Northern Ireland’s FinTech ecosystem. It says that the education system as well as strong links with other regions have helped FinTech thrive.
Read more here.