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The Ozone Layer: August 2025

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From a comprehensive compliance guide for Verification Of Payee to open finance market leadership strategies and global growth in Africa, there’s a whole host of very exciting news and insights this month. Let’s jump into it.

LATAM Webinar: Unlocking Open Finance Opportunities Across Latin America

Our exclusive webinar recording dives deep into the regulatory landscape, market opportunities and implementation strategies across the region. Discover how leading financial institutions are navigating compliance while capturing new revenue streams. Watch the recording in Spanish here.

Verification Of Payee: Your Complete EU Compliance Guide

The EPC’s Verification Of Payee scheme is transforming payment security across Europe. This comprehensive paper breaks down everything you need to know about VOP implementation, compliance requirements and fraud reduction strategies. Download the VOP guide.

Early Adoption in Open Finance: Shape the Future or Follow the Pack

Why wait when you can lead? This white paper reveals how early adopters in open finance are capturing market leadership, securing data advantages, and building ecosystem influence before their competitors. Read the strategy document here.

Africa’s Fintech Revolution is Accelerating

Our CEO and Co-Founder, Chris Michael, recently travelled to Lagos and Nairobi as part of the Grow London Global fintech trade mission. The trip highlighted incredible opportunities for open banking innovation across the continent, with discussions on regulatory frameworks, market readiness and partnership potential. Learn more about the fintech trade mission.

Harrington Starr Podcast: Rethinking Workplace Policies with Katie Hayes

Ozone API’s Katie Hayes joined Harrington Starr’s Fintech’s DEI Discussions podcast to discuss why traditional workplace policies need a complete rethink. From remote work strategies to building inclusive fintech cultures, this episode covers the people-first approaches driving innovation in financial services. Tune in to the episode here

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