Company News

BaaS platform Omnio bags €30m as it vies for European expansion

UK banking-as-a-service (BaaS) company Omnio has raised €30m in funding in a round led by GrayBella Capital.
The digital transformation of the insurance industry has been underway for many years. Carriers have drastically improved their efficiency, speed and accuracy through the implementation of new technologies. Now the sector may be looking towards data analytics to make the latest leap in the space. 

Data analytics – the next frontier for insurance  

The digital transformation of the insurance industry has been underway for many years. Carriers have drastically improved their efficiency, speed and accuracy through the implementation of new technologies. Now the sector may be looking towards data analytics to make the latest leap in the space. 

Challenger bank Cogni raises $5.4m seed round and gears up for Q4 launch

Cogni, the online-only bank, has completed a $5.4m seed round to fund the launch of the business with the last quarter of 2019.

Lemonade completes Metromile acquisition

Lemonade, the digital insurance company that leverages AI technology has closed its acquisition of car insurer Metromile.

How an API solution can solve your financial planning woes, Kidbrooke says

Financial planning and having an investment strategy in place is far from straightforward, but Kidbrooke explains how technology can make it easier.
Fidelity

Fidelity’s Nature Roadmap sets stiff deforestation standards for investments

Fidelity has unveiled its Nature Roadmap, a strategy for integrating nature conservation into its investment and stewardship activities.

Uber launches new FinTech initiative Uber Money

Ride-hailing unicorn Uber has made another foray into the FinTech space with its new initiative Uber Money.

EBA launches consultation on internal ratings-based systems handbook

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has launched a consultation on its supervisory handbook for the validation of internal ratings-based systems.

Zeta secures unicorn label following $250m Series C

Indian neobank startup Zeta has received unicorn status after a $250m Series C funding round took it to a $1.45bn valuation.
APRA

APRA targets bank resilience with new liquidity changes

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is making strides to fortify the banking sector against future stress.

News Stories

Legal & General partners with Moneyhub for innovative pensions dashboard

Legal & General (L&G) has teamed up with Moneyhub, a leader in FinTech and Open Finance technology. This collaboration aims to enhance how individuals plan...
tax

Addressing the challenges of intermediary structures in tax operations

Managing intermediary structures within tax operations has long been a complex task. These structures typically feature multiple layers of ownership and a variety of...
In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.

8 key strategies for customer acquisition in banking

In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.
AI

How will the EU’s AI Act impact the financial market?

The Artificial Intelligence Act officially came into force on 1 August 2024. The Act, one of the first of its kind, establishes a common regulatory and legal framework for AI within the European Union. How will it impact the financial sector?
New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

Tower partners with HealthCarePlus to provide exclusive insurance products to union members

New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

120,000+ FinTech leaders get exclusive industry stories delivered every week

Download the free AIFinTech100 report

FREE

Download the AIFinTech100 report for 2024 with details on each solution