Fintech and AI Task Forces Reauthorized for 117th Congress by House Committee
Congresswoman
Maxine Waters, Chairwoman of the
House Financial Services Committee, has announced the reauthorization of the Financial Technology [Fintech] and Artificial Intelligence [AI] Task Forces for the 117th Congress. These two Task Forces are relatively new having emerged in the 116th Congress in 2019. The two entities seek to provide a forum for innovation in financial services.
Once again, Congressman
Bill Foster will chair the Task Force on AI.
Chairwoman Waters issued the following statement:
“I am very pleased to announce that our Task Forces on Financial Technology and Artificial Intelligence will continue their work examining emerging technologies in the financial services and housing industry. These Task Forces will investigate whether these technologies are serving the needs of consumers, investors, small businesses, and the American public, which is needed especially as we rec
Qatar FinTech Hub to host first Demo Day
14 Jan 2021 - 9:43
The Peninsula
The Qatar FinTech Hub (QFTH), co-founded by Qatar Development Bank (QDB) and established to support the growth of the FinTech industry in Qatar, has announced that Demo Day for Wave 1 of its flagship Incubator and Accelerator Programs will take place virtually on January 18, 2021.
The QFTH Demo Day, which is sponsored by Dukhan Bank, will be one of the biggest FinTech events in the region hosting key players from the local financial services ecosystem, as well as investors, global startups, international FinTech hubs, aspiring entrepreneurs and FinTech enthusiasts.
Catering to FinTech entrepreneurs and startups worldwide who are looking for a launchpad and a hub in the Middle East to accelerate their growth, the QFTH Programs comprise of an Incubator for early-stage startups and an Accelerator for mature FinTechs. The programs have received tremendous traction during Wave 1 with over 750 applications f