Asset-intensive reinsurer Martello Re secures $935m in equity funding round
Martello Re Limited, an asset-intensive reinsurer, has successfully closed a second round of equity funding, raising $935m from both existing and new shareholders.
Carbon Underwriting launches innovative Syndicate 5757 with Lloyd’s approval
Carbon Underwriting Limited, a specialist and independent managing general underwriter, announces the launch of its second syndicate, Syndicate 5757, following approval from Lloyd’s.
Microinsurance Network appoints Matthew Genazzini as new executive director
The Microinsurance Network (MiN), a non-profit association, has announced the appointment of Matthew Genazzini as its new executive director, effective 1 October 2024. Genazzini, a...
ECB researchers claim that EU banks have already reduced climate risk
The European Central Bank (ECB)’s climate-related supervision has already led to an improvement in banks’ risk exposure and management, and increased capital allocation towards green finance, according to researchers at the central bank.
FRC’s revised stewardship code eases reporting demands
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has implemented significant changes to the UK Stewardship Code, aimed at simplifying the reporting process for signatories. According to...
London-based InsurTech Wrisk sees remarkable 219% YoY revenue growth in H1
London-based InsurTech, Wrisk, has announced a 219% year-on-year revenue growth in H1 2024.
HSBC sets sights on sustainable finance with climate-focused infrastructure unit
HSBC has announced the creation of the HSBC Infrastructure Finance (HIF), a new division focusing on climate-aligned infrastructure and project financing. According to ESG News,...
Exploring the rapid advancements and future of pKYC in banking
pKYC, or proactive Know Your Customer, is an innovative approach that initiates real-time reviews as changes in a client's KYC profile are detected.
CrowdStrike outage: The key lessons
While the impact of last week's CrowdStrike outage is yet to be fully understood, it serves as an opportunity for C-suite and other business decision-makers to think through technology dependencies and the steps necessary to respond to this outage – as well as to mitigate related risks in future.
iDenfy unveils new automated utility bill verification to enhance KYC compliance
iDenfy, a Lithuania-based software provider, specializes in identity verification and fraud prevention. Established with a commitment to technological innovation, iDenfy recently announced its new...













