The FMA is launching a pilot “regulatory sandbox” to help fintechs test new products.

Partners Life has moved its Adviser Support Programme to a third party compliance provider.

Japanese-based Nippon Life is planning to acquire Resolution Life which includes the Australasian operations. What does this mean for Asteron Life?

Asteron Life’s latest claims data reveals a 97% payout rate for Trauma, Life, and Income Protection claims received from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, with over 95% acceptance rates in each category. The insurer paid out a total of $112 million, including $53.5 million in Life insurance, $34.1 million in Trauma cover, and $24.4 million in Monthly Income Protection claims.

Partners Life's new chief financial officer says he's "admired Partners Life as a competitor for many years"; now he is joining the team.

ANZ Group has announced its long-serving chief executive, Shayne Elliott, will retire and be replaced by international banking executive Nuno Matos.

As New Zealanders prepare for a quintessential Kiwi summer, SMEs will be gearing up for what they hope will be a busy holiday period. 

Loan Market has launched its Best Interest Mates Community to support advisers and raise awareness of mental health issues.

Booster’s Savvy debit card has gained international recognition at the Fintech Futures 2024 Banking Tech Awards in London, being awarded Highly Commended in the Best User/Customer Experience Initiative for Consumers category.

Nearly one in three parents of children wanting to buy their first home can afford to help them with their mortgages.