/ DIGITAL BANKING SOLUTIONS

We build the world’s best digital banks

We’re a boutique Financial Services consultancy helping clients build, launch, and run outstanding digital banks.

/ MODERNISATION

Building the future of banking

We leverage the power of modern Thin Core Banking systems to transform outdated legacy systems into modern, agile, and future-ready banking platforms.

Our experience and expertise enable organisations to deploy highly customisable solutions and, with our proven delivery model and Coexistence framework, we deliver value faster, consistently and with lower risk.

/ Trusted by

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/ Impact

Powering Fintech innovation
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next-gen banks

Transformed by Ikigai employees, trusted by leading financial institutions

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months

To unlock "proof of value", harnessing thin core banking technology

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nationalities

Employed worldwide, delivering global presence with local fintech relevance

/ Services

We modernise and transform systems, people, processes and technology

Whether you're looking to completely overhaul your systems, build a new bank, or optimise your existing platform, we have the expertise to help you succeed.

Core Banking Transformation

Whether you have a concrete strategy or you are still debating on the best route to market for your business, we support you in defining the best approach to suit the needs of your customers and your business.

New Digital (NEO) Bank Builds

We specialise in modern thin core banking systems, event driven architecture and we utilise modern ways of work to increase transparency and predictability whilst reducing cost and risks at the same time.

Coexistence and Migration

Through our proven coexistence playbook we will enable you to focus on the core differentiators that will push you ahead of your competitors whilst we bring ready-made solutions, processes and code for the commodity items that normally bog you down.

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The Ikigai difference

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Think big, start small

We drive transformation, delivering future-ready banking solutions with speed, agility, and precision.

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Unmatched expertise

Our exceptional teams, backed by 10x and Thought Machine Vault platforms, empower banks to modernise with confidence.

The Ikigai difference

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People-first strategy

Working side-by-side with our clients ensures every solution is strategically aligned and technologically superior.

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Measurable modernisation

Our approach fosters collaboration and trust, turning bold visions into success you can see.

Customer testimonials

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“A key achievement of our collaboration with Ikigai was the complete modernization of banking services in South Africa. We eliminated traditional barriers to banking access by implementing a fully digital account creation process.

What particularly stands out is the commitment to contemporary development methodologies, their exceptional technical proficiency, and unwavering professionalism.

I wholeheartedly recommend Ikigai Digital for complex financial product technology initiatives, within regulated environments.”

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Rolf Eichweber
Former CEO,
Old Mutual Bank Limited
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“What matters to me is knowing that my partner has a deep pool of practitioners with relevant, local expertise.

The amount of experienced digital transformation professionals that you deployed, the number of nationalities you employ and the numerous countries you have experience in shows both scale and local knowledge.”

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Jacques Meyer
Managing Director, Digital Banking,
CIB Egypt

/ Culture

Workplace flexibility is at our core.

We’ve been recognized by The Sunday Times as one of the best small organizations to work for in the UK in 2024.

At Ikigai Digital, purpose meets passion and talent flourishes, creating a space where professional fulfilment and personal well-being go hand in hand.

Our culture embodies collaboration, inclusivity, and creativity in a fully remote and globally connected environment. Every voice is valued, and every contribution matters, whoever and wherever you are.

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