Financial Technology

FinTech is the solution that strengthens the way of financial communication and if we apply this technology, it will provide us with new methods of performing smarter, more agile and wider financial services. The purpose of this study is to investigate and analyze the factors affecting the implementation of FinTech in Iran's banking industry using structural equation modeling to provide comprehensive solutions of removing barriers and development of this industry in the Iranian banking industry by fully understanding the current situation. The present article is of descriptive-analytical type and data collection has been done through library studies and questionnaires. The statistical sample of the study was 12147 personnel working in Iran's banks in 1400. Due to the size of the population, Cochran’s method and random sampling method were used to determine the sample size. To analyze and classify the extracted data, a questionnaire and a test of the main hypothesis and sub-hypotheses and structural equation modeling were used using smart PLS statistical software. The obtained results confirm the main hypothesis and the sub-hypotheses of the research. The results indicated that in the banking sector, there is a need for legalization and harmonization with upstream laws, as well as the need for infrastructure and tools that are very important in adopting strategies to implement FinTech in Iran's banking industry, in order to make transparency, reduce costs, provide high-speed services, and move towards a smart economy.

This study presents a structured literature review on the application of AI in credit risk assessment, synthesizing empirical and conceptual research published between 2016 and 2022. It critically examines a range of AI models, including artificial neural networks (ANN), support vector machines (SVM), fuzzy logic systems, and hybrid architectures, with an emphasis on their predictive accuracy, robustness, and operational applicability. The review highlights that AI-based models consistently outperform traditional statistical techniques in handling nonlinear patterns, imbalanced datasets, and complex borrower profiles. Furthermore, AI enhances the inclusivity of credit evaluation by integrating alternative data sources and adapting to dynamic financial environments. However, the study also identifies ongoing challenges related to model interpretability, fairness, and regulatory compliance. By evaluating model performance metrics and methodological innovations across multiple contexts—including emerging markets, peer-to-peer platforms, and digital banking—the study offers a nuanced understanding of AI's strengths and limitations. The paper concludes with a call for balanced integration of explainable AI tools and ethical governance to ensure responsible deployment in financial institutions.