Regulatory APIs in Ukraine: a launchpad for growth, transparency, and monetization

While some institutions may see these requirements as restrictive, the reality is that Open Banking paves the way for broader innovation, trust-building, and profitable partnerships across the financial ecosystem. Rather than turning away from government initiatives, forward-thinking banks are leveraging them to open new revenue streams and strengthen their market positions.

Embracing the NBU’s Open Banking Vision 

The NBU’s regulations mandate that banks securely share customer data via standardized APIs. Far from being a mere compliance exercise, these regulations: 

• Boost Market Transparency: Uniform rules create a trusted environment for sharing data, which helps reduce fraud and enhance customer confidence. 

• Foster Partnerships: By allowing integration with fintechs, payment service providers (PSPs), and third-party providers (TPPs), Open Banking spurs the creation of co-branded services such as diaspora remittances, hyper-personalized lending, and advanced financial management tools. 

• Enable Monetization Opportunities: Standardized APIs become assets that banks can commercialize, offering a range of fee-based services and premium data products. 

Beyond Compliance: Unlocking Revenue Streams 

1. Premium API Products: Financial institutions can provide specialized data, analytics, or payment solutions to fintechs and corporate clients willing to pay for enhanced functionality. 

1. Co-Branded Offerings: Banks can team up with third-party providers to develop unique consumer apps or niche services. Revenues are then shared, diversifying income while reducing risk. 

1. Data-Driven Insights: Real-time access to consumer data paves the way for personalized cross-selling strategies—from custom loans to insurance products—that increase overall profitability. 

Tietoevry Banking’s Advantage 

Tietoevry Banking offers a secure, flexible platform that helps banks navigate Open Banking and seamlessly embrace new monetization models. Our solution addresses: 

1. Regulatory API Compliance
   We align institutions with NBU requirements while maintaining airtight data security, so banks can confidently open APIs to approved partners.
2. Future-Proof Scalability
   As Open Banking regulations evolve, our solution adapts—enabling banks to introduce enhanced offerings in the areas of OpenFinance and OpenData and capitalize on new market developments. This means financial institutions can swiftly integrate data-driven tools—like personalized analytics, industry-specific fintech services, or advanced payment gateways—without overhauling their existing infrastructure. By maintaining seamless compliance with changing standards, banks can confidently explore fresh revenue streams, refine customer experiences, and collaborate with emerging market players, ensuring they remain competitive in an ever-shifting financial ecosystem.
3. Management and Monetization Tools
   Powerful financial features—such as fee engines, limit controls, and advanced analytics—enable banks to directly monetize their API products. By combining these capabilities with API Management, financial institutions can quickly design, deploy, and refine new API product offerings. This integrated approach allows banks to control access, set usage tiers and pricing structures, and closely track performance metrics, ensuring they can rapidly respond to market demands while generating sustainable revenue.

Building a Transparent Financial Ecosystem 

Ultimately, the NBU’s Open Banking initiative supports a transparent and modern financial market, one in which innovation thrives, customers gain more control over their data, and financial institutions enjoy fresh avenues for sustainable growth. Embracing, rather than resisting, these regulations ensures that banks lead the way in delivering secure and user-centric financial experiences. 

As you well know – I am always open for a conversation, a personalized demo to showcase the opportunties of Open Banking, from regulatory alignment to advanced API monetization.