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Wasabi eyes global expansion following $112m Series C

Hot cloud storage company Wasabi has raised $112m from a Series C funding round led by Fidelity Management & Research Company.

FinScience, TietoEVRY partner to provide ESG scoring through investment platform

Users of TietoEVRY’s WealthMapper platform will now be able to see Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) scores across their investment portfolios.

Chinese associations call for crypto crackdown citing safety concerns

Three Chinese associations have called for a complete ban on financial institutions and payment firms providing cryptocurrency services to customers.

Belgian Interior Ministry reveals two-year long cyberattack of its network

Belgium’s Federal Public Service (FPS) Interior has claimed it has suffered a ‘complex, sophisticated and targeted cyberattack’ to its IT system.

Fintech Working Group taps Boston for new financial innovation hub

The Massachusetts Fintech Working Group is set to launch a new FinTech innovation centre aimed at making the most of the states’ tech-heavy economy.

China bolsters regulatory oversight with new data security law

China National People Congress (NPC) has passed its first data security law aimed at strengthening the government hand over the data produced and stored in the country.

TrueLayer unveils Verification API to simplify onboarding process

UK open banking platform TrueLayer has launched a new Verification API to make the onboarding process for its customers easier.

Report finds branch-based banking may become obsolete within five years

A report published by Temenos has found that 65% of global banking executives believe branch-based banking will be ‘dead’ within a five-year period.

Cyber insurance market to exceed $20bn value by 2025, report finds

A report by GlobalData has found the cyber insurance industry is predicted to exceed a $20bn gross written premium (GWP) value by 2025.

Research anticipates quantum computing boom in financial services by 2026

A report has found that sales of quantum computers and related services to the financial services industry will total $450m by 2026.

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How the world's top banks and insurers are adopting GenAI tools

How the world’s top banks and insurers are adopting GenAI tools

In recent years, the integration of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools within the financial sector has seen remarkable growth. A study conducted by ORX, a leading operational risk association, reveals that 75% of the world’s major banks and insurers are now utilizing external GenAI applications in their operations.
UK-based PeppercornAI bags £3.25m for AI-driven insurance solutions

UK-based PeppercornAI bags £3.25m for AI-driven insurance solutions

PeppercornAI, an InsurTech specialising in conversational artificial intelligence, has successfully raised £3.25m.
Encompass Corporation welcomes Stuart Barnard as new CFO

Encompass Corporation welcomes Stuart Barnard as new CFO

Encompass Corporation, a pioneer in Corporate Digital Identity (CDI), has recently announced the appointment of Stuart Barnard as its first Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Unlocking the power of KYC Portal CLM in modern due diligence

Unlocking the power of KYC Portal CLM in modern due diligence

In the complex world of finance, due diligence is essential for protecting a company’s reputation and financial well-being. As customer demands for convenience increase and regulatory scrutiny intensifies, finding a balance is more important than ever. The solution lies in an innovative tool—KYC Portal Customer Lifecycle Management (CLM). The RegTech company recently compiled a guide on its role in enhancing due diligence processes.
Apax Digital Funds backs IANS Research with new investment to boost InfoSec services

Apax Digital Funds backs IANS Research with new investment to boost InfoSec services

IANS Research, a leading provider of independent research and advisory services for the information security industry, has just secured a significant investment from Apax Digital Fund II. 

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