Bernardo Batiz-Lazo

Bernardo Batiz-Lazo is a Professor at Northumbria University specializing in the intersection of technology and financial systems. His research focuses on the impact of computer technology on retail banking, the cashless economy, FinTech innovations, and business/economic history of Latin America and Spain. He holds prestigious fellowships including Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2020), Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (2010), and Senior Fellow of the Academy of Higher Education (2007).

His academic journey includes a PhD and extensive supervision of postgraduate research students, such as Martin Ogbeiwi (Fintech innovations) and Thomas Fischer (Deutsche Postbank AG strategies). His work spans interdisciplinary themes like financial inclusion, global payment systems, and the role of technology in reshaping financial landscapes. Recent publications explore topics such as mobile banking adoption in South Africa, board diversity in financial institutions, and the historical evolution of remittance services between the US and Mexico.

Batiz-Lazo’s research bridges historical analysis with contemporary challenges, emphasizing how technological advancements influence economic policies and social equity. His awards reflect recognition of both scholarly contributions and educational leadership.