What does 2021 hold for Fintech?
“Each year, at AlphaCode, we use our vantage point of the fintech landscape to share what we expect this year. We had no idea last January that a whole new world awaited. One […]
FSCA licenses most crypto provider applicants – as enforcement tightens
The rising number of investigations and inspections underline a shift from registration to active supervision.
Human Touch plays huge role in Financial Services future
Despite digital technologies being set to significantly enhance processes, dedicated advisers and front-line staff will remain key within financial services According to Avaloq‘s financial industry report, front office staff such as client advisors […]
Human Touch plays huge role in Financial Services future
Despite digital technologies being set to significantly enhance processes, dedicated advisers and front-line staff will remain key within financial services According to Avaloq‘s financial industry report, front office staff such as client advisors […]
Massive increase in unsecured debt as real income shrinks across all income bands
While payment holidays and lower interest rates provided South African consumers with significant short-term relief in 2020, DebtBusters’ latest debt index shows that real incomes have shrunk by up to 20% over the […]
FSCA Guidance to insurers on Contingent Business Interruption claims
A recent media release sets out the FSCA’s current position on certain aspects of Contingent Business Interruption Insurance (CBI) cover as well as its expectations of non-life insurers and policyholders in respect of CBI […]
Proposed exemptions to tackle complications under the Fit and Proper requirements
In 2017, new classes and sub-classes of insurance business were introduced through the Insurance Act, 2017 (Act No. 18 of 2017). Subsequently, the Determination of Fit and Proper Requirements for Financial Services Providers, […]
Is your succession plan in place and up to date?
Rarely does life or business play out as intended. This is not only true for your client base and their life story, but also for you as financial adviser. According to Allan Gray […]
Is your succession plan in place and up to date?
Rarely does life or business play out as intended. This is not only true for your client base and their life story, but also for you as financial adviser. According to Allan Gray […]
Crypto Assets – As fraud increases, FSCA cautions investors
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), issued a warning on 2 February 2021 against the growing cryptocurrency scams in the country. “The FSCA is receiving a large number of complaints from South African […]
Raging Bull Awards not only about annual performance
Every year the Raging Bull Awards, hosted by Personal Finance, honours the leaders of the collective South African investment schemes industry. Up for grabs this year were 30 certificates for the best funds […]
The how-to guide for a productive “work from home” strategy
Ten months after the coronavirus provoked global stay-at-home orders, most financial advisers haven’t returned to the office yet. Various media reports and statistics indicate that we are likely to see the percentage of […]
Big brother is watching you
A Deloitte survey last year determined that Internet-connected offerings, such as motor telematics and home insurance linked to home sensors, cause apprehension among many customers, as they do not feel comfortable sharing data […]
SA vaccine rollout – How will medical schemes be impacted?
As South Africa received the first batch of Covid-19 vaccines that are expected to help the country’s efforts to stem the Covid-19 virus, medical aid umbrella bodies assured members that their medical scheme […]
Prohibition for South African drivers?
Lockdown restrictions might have impacted the publics drinking habits and patterns, but once South Africa’s strict new drunk-driving laws have been passed, drivers won’t be allowed to drink alcohol at all. In January, […]
2021 Annual Self-Comply Compliance Webinar – Registration still open
Registration for Moonstone’s popular annual self-comply workshop for 2021 is still open. Don’t delay – book your spot today! The annual webinar aimed specifically at Financial Services Providers NOT required to appoint a […]
Virtual meeting here to stay
The emergence of COVID-19 turned 2020 into an extraordinary year, leading to significant changes in the way we live and work. In the Financial Advice industry many had to move to virtual-based businesses […]
Life offices face several challenges in the wake of Covid
Although COVID-19 has created greater awareness of the need for life insurance, consumer spending power has reduced significantly. Add to this the increase in death and funeral claims as well as the impact […]
