Insights Library – Fintech Blogs & Research – Holland Fintech Association
Introduction
Welcome to the Holland Fintech Association’s Insights page.
Here, you’ll find a wealth of fintech-related knowledge and expertise from our community. Our page features a diverse range of content, including member and in-house blogs, comprehensive whitepapers, and detailed research reports. Dive in to stay informed and inspired by the latest trends and developments in the fintech industry.
Latest Insights
FinTech’s hiring problem isn’t what you think
- HFA Member
Everyone in FinTech is talking about the talent shortage. Too few engineers. Not enough compliance specialists. A shrinking pool of people who understand both financial regulation and modern product development. The problem, we’re told, is supply.We’ve been recruiting FinTech talent for years. And we’d like to offer a different diagnosis: the problem isn’t supply. It’s clarity. Most FinTechs don’t have a talent problem. They have a decision-making problem.
Agentic Commerce: Opportunity or Disruption for Merchants?
- HFA Member
On 23 April, PaymentGenes Consultancy and Adyen co-hosted the Holland Fintech Association Monthly Meetup at Club Birdies in Amsterdam.
2025 Belgian AI Barometer – Second Edition: From Transformation to Integration in Financial Institutions
- HFA Media Partner
The Belgian financial sector is making serious strides with Artificial Intelligence (AI), moving well beyond the experimental phase and now keenly focused on getting clear, measurable returns on their investments. That’s a key takeaway from the 2025 AI Barometer, a new report released today by Digital Finance Association FinTech Belgium in collaboration with consulting agency Sailpeak.
Talent Acquisition Challenges in IPO Preparations for Fintech Companies
- HFA Member
Preparing for an IPO is a major milestone for any fintech, unlocking capital growth and market expansion. But beyond financial and regulatory hurdles, securing and retaining top talent is key to a successful transition.
Teaming Up Through Fintech Collaborations to Give Finance a Fresh Face in Europe
- HFA Media Partner
How fintech collaborations are shaking things up in Europe’s money world, and why it’s a win-win for both old-school banks and the new kids on the block.
Group-IB High-Tech Crime Trends Report 2025
- HFA Member
In 2025, the world of cybercrime continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. Group-IB’s annual High-Tech Crime Trends report delves into the most critical high-tech crime trends, offering a comprehensive analysis of emerging threats, tactics, and their impact on global security.
Treezor accelerates its European expansion
- HFA Member
Paris, March 11, 2025–Treezor, the leader in Banking-as-a-Service, is expanding its range of services and the capabilities of its platform, facilitating the management of payments in various European countries, in order to support its customers in their international development and strengthen its presence in these markets.
The German Fintech and Banking Report 2025
- HFA Member
Germany’s banking and fintech sector is at a pivotal moment. With new regulations, AI-driven financial solutions, and embedded finance gaining momentum, the market is shifting rapidly.
Enforcement of registration requirement for providers of crypto services
- HFA Member
What will change with the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation that will apply from December 30, 2024? Read full article in Dutch here.
Top 5 Predictions for the Dutch Fintech Talent Market in 2025
- HFA Member
In 2025, Amsterdam’s fintech scene thrives, driven by top talent. Here are five key predictions for the Dutch fintech talent market by Global Fintech Talent.
DG FISMA meets HFA Board
- HFA Organisation
In January, a delegation from the HFA Board was invited by the DG FISMA office to discuss the European Capital Markets Union. Read more on the meetup here.
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