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UBS reportedly looking to sell SmartWealth to SigFig

UBS is reportedly looking to sell its digital wealth management platform SmartWealth to personal finance app SigFig.

Willis Towers Watson, Indeez team to distribute insurance products in APAC

Willis Towers Watson has partnered with InsurTech firm Indeez to distribute its insurance products for independent workers using digital platforms in Asia Pacific.
Admiral and Google Cloud have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionising the digital landscape of financial services in the UK.

Admiral partners with Google Cloud to enhance digital offerings

Admiral and Google Cloud have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionising the digital landscape of financial services in the UK.

Former Wirecard CEO Markus Braun arrested again for his alleged part of a multi-billion...

Markus Braun, the former top boss at disgraced FinTech giant Wirecard, has been arrested for a second time in Munich for his alleged role in a multi-year fraud.
Lloyd's

Lloyds Bank taps ING tech executive for COO role

Lloyds Bank has appointed ex-ING chief technology officer Ron van Kemenade to the role of chief operating officer.

CanDeal completes ownership restructuring

Canada-based electronic market for institutional investors CanDeal has revealed an ownership restructuring.

Cyber firm SnapAttack snares $8m to speed up platform development

Cybersecurity company SnapAttack has secured $8m from a financing round led by Volition Capital.
Ai for Alpha, a leading FinTech firm specialising in leveraging machine learning for advanced investment strategies, has announced the integration of Gen AI into its asset management models.

Ai for Alpha Integrates GenAI into its investment process

Ai for Alpha, a leading FinTech firm specialising in leveraging machine learning for advanced investment strategies, has announced the integration of Gen AI into its asset management models.

Monzo’s coronavirus struggle continues as it reports its annual loss doubles due to the...

Things look to be going from bad to worse for UK challenger bank Monzo. After suffering a 40% down round in June, the bank has now revealed its annual losses have doubled due to the pandemic.
cash

Cash remains king but digital payments are catching up, ECB study finds

A study by the European Central Bank (ECB) has found that while cash is the most commonly used form of payment, electronic payments are quickly catching up.

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RegTech

Looking ahead: The trends that will dominate RegTech in H2

As 2024 prepares to leave its summer months and hit into full-gear for the final push of the year, what are the trends that...
In today’s fast-paced digital era, where technology is constantly evolving, companies face the challenge of effectively engaging with their customers. Traditional methods of customer engagement, such as in-person interactions or phone calls, are no longer sufficient in meeting the expectations of modern consumers. Instead, companies must leverage digital platforms to connect with their audience in meaningful ways.

How digital innovation is transforming customer interaction in insurance and banking

In today’s fast-paced digital era, where technology is constantly evolving, companies face the challenge of effectively engaging with their customers. Traditional methods of customer...

FCA unveils capital market reforms to strengthen UK financial sector

The FCA has recently unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing the structure and efficiency of the UK's capital markets. This strategic update includes...

Major EU directive activated to drive corporate sustainability efforts

The EU's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) has officially taken effect, marking a stride in sustainable business practices.

Navigating the complexities of EU Taxonomy for sustainability

As the linchpin of the European Union's Green Deal, the EU Taxonomy has been developed to define and standardise what qualifies as a sustainable economic activity.

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