Intelligent Tech Channels Issue 23 | Page 8

NEWS Orange expert says FinTech is bringing banking to the unbanked Ping Identity announces new programmes for global partner network D ubai has played host to the World Retail Banking Summit 2019 presented with the support of partners, including Orange Business Services and Additiv (an Orange partner) which offers cloud-based wealth management solutions as-a-service to financial institutions. Pieter Zylstra, Director of Digital Transformation at Orange Business Services, joined a panel discussion held during the session on AI, Machine Learning and robotics, on what the bank of the future will look like. Zylstra shared the distinctive view of Orange Business Services on enterprise Digital Transformation across a range of verticals, including BFSI, both as a mobile services operator and trusted partner to government and enterprise, as well as a mobile banking services provider. “FinTech gives traditional banks and financial services companies an edge, by bringing traditional banking services into the 21st century,” said Zylstra. “FinTech allows banks to embrace the new platform economy, by offering a multitude of innovative and profitable financial services to existing and new clients, primarily using mobile and digital channels. FinTech is bringing banking to the unbanked in geographically disparate places, it can mean making payments and money transfers quicker, easier and cheaper than ever before.” The summit brought together senior bankers from across the world to share experiences and views on the leadership and governance challenges of taking Digital Transformation to the next level. Andre Durand, CEO, Ping Identity P ing Identity, a leader in identity defined security, has announced new programmes and benefits for its Technology Alliance and Channel Program partners, including a new online partner directory, app integrations catalogue, education and training services, on-demand resources and enhanced services designed to improve partner products and drive business. Ping is also recognising Microsoft, Optiv and ProofID for their shared commitment to deliver innovative identity solutions to the market and driving new license revenue through customer acquisition. Digital Transformation is driving demand for identity and access management (IAM) solutions and paving the way for Ping’s increasingly robust partner network. The transition from legacy to modern systems, combined with new industry regulations, have led companies to face complex issues in their IT environments. The Ping Global Partner Network is an extensive group of leading advisors, systems integrators, resellers and technology companies. This is where Ping Identity and its partners can help customers understand the broader market dynamics associated with these challenges and offer solutions tailored to their IAM needs. “The Ping Global Partner Network is an extensive group of leading advisors, systems integrators, resellers and technology companies,” said Andre Durand, CEO, Ping Identity. “With our strong global partner network and the investments we’re making in our partner ecosystem, we’re well positioned to continue enabling the expertise, value-added services and technology that are critical to driving success for our customers.” 8