VeriPark Digest Newsletter #8
October 2026
As we enter Q4, we see more and more financial institutions moving away from fragmented systems and toward a single, connected platform. Whether it is digital banking, CRM, lending, or open data, the institutions getting the strongest results are the ones bringing it all together. That shift is the thread running through this edition of the VeriPark Digest. From our latest recognitions from Microsoft, CNBC and Statista to continued growth across Australia and Canada, this issue reflects a quarter defined by connection, momentum, and what becomes possible when the platform works as one.
VeriPark Specials: Product Feature
Behind every connected banking experience is an integration layer doing the heavy lifting. VeriLink is built to simplify how financial institutions connect their core banking systems, digital channels, third-party services, and open data platforms. Its Integration Access Layer (IAL) provides a single point of communication with out-of-the-box schemas, removing the need for complex point-to-point integrations. VeriLink works across cloud and on-premise environments, which means institutions can modernize progressively without having to replace what already runs well.
Learn more: VeriLink
When systems are connected, the next question is what your teams can actually see and do with the data. Single View of Customer consolidates information from every channel, product, and interaction into one interface, giving staff the full picture they need to act. In retail banking, that means a 360-degree view covering holdings, transactions, financial standing, and open service items. In corporate and SME banking, it extends to a 720-degree view that maps complex multi-entity relationships. AI-powered next best actions, compliance flags, and real-time engagement history turn that visibility into decisions.
Learn more: Single View of Customer
Latest Achievements
VeriPark has been selected for the 2026–2027 Microsoft AI Business Solutions Inner Circle for the 15th time.
"Our 15th Inner Circle recognition reflects the work our teams are doing to help financial institutions move from AI experimentation to practical, governed use cases," said Ozkan Erener, CEO of VeriPark. "By combining financial-services expertise with Microsoft AI, cloud and business applications, we help institutions improve customer journeys and give employees better tools for day-to-day decisions. We value the opportunity to exchange experience with Microsoft and the Inner Circle community as this next phase develops."
Read more: VeriPark honored by Microsoft for outstanding sales achievement and innovation
We are proud to have been named to CNBC's World's Top FinTech Companies 2026 list, developed in partnership with market research firm Statista. Selected from more than 3,500 companies evaluated worldwide, VeriPark was recognized in the Enterprise Fintech category for its AI-Powered Customer Experience Suite, which brings together omnichannel delivery, banking CRM, loan origination, and branch automation on Microsoft technology. This recognition adds to a growing list of milestones, including four consecutive years as an IDC FinTech Rankings Top 100 provider and 14 Microsoft Business Applications Inner Circle memberships. As our CEO Ozkan Erener shared, this achievement belongs to our customers, partners, and employees, whose trust and collaboration continue to drive everything we do.
Read more: VeriPark Named One of the World’s Top FinTech Companies by CNBC and Statista
Partner Talks
In the latest edition of Partner Talks, Sunny Soin, VP of Product and Platform at Central 1, discusses the challenges Canadian credit unions face when migrating away from legacy digital banking platforms and how working with a certified vendor can reduce that risk. The conversation covers what Central 1 looked for when certifying VeriPark as a digital banking vendor, how pre-validated integrations with services like Interac e-Transfer and Remote Cheque Deposit help maintain continuity during transitions, and what credit union leaders should prioritize when planning a migration. Sunny also shares his perspective on where the Canadian payments landscape is heading and why an API-first, partner-led approach is key to getting it right.
Read the full interview: Partner Talks
Featured Articles
VeriPark’s invitation-only online partner event, PartnerConnect, explored how financial institutions can leverage AI and the role partners play in bringing these solutions to local markets.
The session featured Michel Diab, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at VeriPark; David Dervish, Chief Revenue Officer; Ghina Sabbagh, Product Marketing Manager; and Caglar Kepir, Manager of Regional Partner Sales. The closing fireside discussion brought together Zubair Ahmed, Board Advisor at VeriPark; Karan Nigam, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Microsoft; and Melih Murat, Associate Director, Artificial Intelligence Research & Advisory, ME, Türkiye and Africa at IDC, with Jennifer Luciano, Director of Customer Success at VeriPark, facilitating the discussion.
Read the full article: Key Takeaways from PartnerConnect: Innovation & Business Growth
For years, SME banking incentives have been built around one goal: grow the loan book. But as digital onboarding, fintech ecosystems, and higher credit volatility reshape the landscape, that model is showing its limits. This article explores why leading banks are shifting from volume-based targets to risk-adjusted incentive frameworks that reward portfolio quality, relationship depth, and long-term customer value. It also looks at how connected platforms and AI-powered insights can give relationship managers the visibility they need to act as true portfolio owners, not just product sellers.
Read the full article: Why SME Banking Needs a New Incentive Model
Recent News
Queensland Country Bank has selected VeriPark as part of a major technology transformation program alongside Fiserv. The Australian member-owned bank will implement VeriChannel, VeriTouch, and VeriLoan to modernize digital banking, lending, onboarding, and customer engagement across digital and assisted channels. Together with Fiserv's cloud-native core banking and card management platforms, the program creates a fully connected technology environment designed to deliver better experiences for members and staff.
Read more: Queensland Country Bank Selects VeriPark
Community Savings Credit Union has partnered with VeriPark to deliver a multi-brand digital banking transformation powered by VeriChannel. The platform creates a single digital foundation that unifies customer data, journeys, and operations across multiple brands, while maintaining each brand's unique identity. With multi-language capabilities and integration with Wealthview core banking, Community Savings can now scale its community banking model without multiplying operational complexity.
Read more: Community Savings Credit Union Advances Multi-Brand Strategy
We have announced a strategic partnership with Caspian One Open Data to embed secure, consent-driven open data capabilities directly into VeriPark's customer journey solutions. The integration connects Caspian's open data infrastructure with VeriChannel and VeriTouch, enabling financial institutions to activate real-time financial data across onboarding, lending, and personalized engagement. For credit unions and banks navigating open banking frameworks, the partnership turns regulatory data compliance into a practical tool for deeper, more connected customer experiences.
Read more: VeriPark Partners with Caspian One Open Data
Upcoming Events
The AI-First Bank: Redefining Digital Banking for the Next Decade
Join us on October 8 for our upcoming webinar with Qorus, where we will explore what it means to become an AI-first bank. The session will cover how financial institutions can move beyond chatbots and isolated automation, adopt agentic AI, and turn connected customer data into measurable business value. Whether you are in digital banking, CX or technology leadership, this one is worth your time.
Register now: The AI-First Bank Webinar
Qorus SME Banking Leadership Council, Dubai
On October 13, we are joining the Qorus SME Banking Leadership Council in Dubai, an invitation-only executive event bringing together senior banking leaders to discuss how AI, connected ecosystems, and changing customer expectations are reshaping SME banking. Our CEO Ozkan Erener will share his perspective on how banks can move towards becoming an operating platform for SMEs.
Learn more: Qorus Leadership Council Dubai
Central 1 Momentum 2026
We will be at Momentum 2026 in Montreal, hosted by Central 1, taking place October 26-28. The event brings together credit union leaders, technology experts, and industry innovators to explore how AI is reshaping the future of financial services. Stop by our booth to see what we have been building for the Canadian credit union market, or book a meeting with our team in advance.
Learn more: Momentum 2026
Whether you are connecting systems, entering new markets, or rethinking how your platform serves your customers, we are glad to be part of the journey.
We look forward to staying connected and sharing what's next.
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