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Open-Data (Banking) APIs

At Fintech Firma, we assist financial institutions in designing and implementing comprehensive Open Banking API frameworks tailored to the needs of modern banking and payments.

Our Approach

For every Open Banking engagement, we provide the following key services:

  • Strategic Design: Developing frameworks aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.

  • API Development: Building robust APIs to facilitate real-time payments, partner integrations, and data settlements.

  • Payment Type Mapping: Ensuring APIs can accommodate diverse payment types to maximize flexibility and scalability.

  • Integration Support: Working closely with internal and external partners to implement APIs seamlessly within the client’s ecosystem.

  • Future-Proof Solutions: Designing APIs to adapt to evolving payment technologies and standards.

Why Hire an Experienced Consultant Early?

  • Clear Feasibility & ROI
    We validate market demand, revenue opportunities, and compliance challenges up front—so you invest in the right features from day one.

  • Tailored Use Cases
    Our experts pinpoint high-value APIs and fintech collaborations that differentiate your business and drive growth.

  • Efficiency & Risk Management
    With our phased roadmap and proven security frameworks, you minimize rework, avoid compliance pitfalls, and get to market faster.

  • Future-Proof Scalability
    Building with an eye on tomorrow’s requirements ensures your Open Banking platform evolves seamlessly with customer needs and regulatory shifts.

Our Approach to Open Banking

  1. Assessment & Strategy
    We review your current technology stack, market positioning, and risk profile—then develop a clear roadmap tailored to your goals.

  2. Use Case Identification
    Working collaboratively, we identify the most promising use cases (e.g., account aggregation, card-linked offers, cross-institution data sharing) to maximize ROI and customer adoption.

  3. API & Platform Design
    Our team crafts secure, standards-compliant APIs that empower seamless data sharing with minimal operational friction. We also focus on scalability, ensuring your platform grows with market demands.

  4. Implementation & Compliance
    We guide your teams through best practices in data privacy, AML/KYC, and other relevant regulations. Our hands-on approach includes thorough testing, pilot programs, and iterative improvements.

  5. Continuous Optimization
    After your Open Banking initiative goes live, we provide ongoing support—monitoring performance and refining features to keep you ahead of changing industry trends.

Case studies

API Strategy for the US B2B Bank

API Strategy for the US B2B Bank

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Fintech Firma demonstrated nuanced competency, comprehensive documentation, and clear guidance to help Bancorp design its API framework for supporting Faster Payments

Andrew King

VP, ACH Services at The Bancorp