In 2024, digital ecosystems are vital for the continuous innovation we see in the financial services sector. As even the largest financial institutions move away from an era of control and individualism, the value of leveraging open APIs has become widely apparent. As financial institutions look to capitalise by striking partnerships with fintechs for more value-added services, the market has become just as competitive as it is collaborative. Small-scale partnerships have made way for extensive digital ecosystems, as banks, fintechs and consultancies connect to drive innovation. In this issue, we speak to industry experts about how far digital ecosystems have already taken the industry and look ahead to what the future has in store.…