Company News

Mediant bags $18.5m in equity infusion

FinTech Mediant's investors have injected a further $18.5m into the company to fuel the next stage of its strategic growth.

Nigerian central bank reveals FinTech licensing plans

The Central Bank of Nigeria has unveiled plans for a new licensing regime for FinTechs operating in the country. The central bank issued a draft...
FCA

FCA outlines ambitious plans to elevate diversity in financial sector

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is taking substantial steps to enhance diversity within the financial services sector.

SiriusPoint backs Samos Insurance

SiriusPoint, a global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has invested in Samos Insurance, a US and Canadian MGA platform which offers a first-of-its-kind accidental death insurance product.

Cybersecurity spending increases as companies combat rising threats

Cyber threats are as troublesome as ever and with masses of people working from home, attacks could be rising. Financial institutions are noting the rising threat and have increased their spending budgets for defences.

The CareVoice launches China’s first product dedicated to startup health benefits, insurance

The CareVoice has launched the first dedicated health benefit and insurance product for startups in China.
FTC

FTC nominees push for Congress-led data privacy legislation

A trio of nominees to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) stressed the importance of Congress passing a federal privacy bill.

Bangladesh to conduct study for launch of CBDC

The government of Bangladesh has revealed it will conduct a feasibility study to introduce a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the country.

E-scooter venture TIER taps InsurTech Zego for UK coverage

InsurTech Zego has inked a deal to provide insurance cover to TIER as the European e-scooter operator gears up to launch in the UK.

UK Home Office establishes new taskforce to combat economic crime

The UK’s Home Secretary and Chancellor are chairing a new government taskforce which has been established to work alongside senior figures from the UK financial sector to tackle economic crime.

News Stories

Lucinity and Knights Analytics join forces to advance AI in FinCrime compliance

Lucinity and Knights Analytics join forces to advance AI in FinCrime compliance

Lucinity, an AI software company focusing on financial crime operations, has entered into a strategic partnership with Knights Analytics, a leader in AI-driven data solutions.
Airwallex and GoCardless enhance direct debit services to foster global business growth

Airwallex and GoCardless enhance direct debit services to foster global business growth

Airwallex, recognised as a global payments and financial platform for modern businesses, has formed a strategic partnership with GoCardless, a leader in direct debit solutions.
Egypt's leading B2B platform Cartona raises $8.1m for market expansion

Egypt’s leading B2B platform Cartona raises $8.1m for market expansion

Cartona, Egypt's pioneering B2B platform, has announced a significant milestone in its journey to transform the traditional trade market in Egypt.
AppBrilliance revolutionises digital wallets with real-time payments integration

AppBrilliance revolutionises digital wallets with real-time payments integration

AppBrilliance is steering a significant shift in the US payments landscape with its advanced Money API platform, capitalizing on a recent rule change by The Clearing House.
EarnUp revolutionizes financial wellness with AI Advisor

EarnUp revolutionizes financial wellness with AI Advisor

EarnUp, a leader in financial wellness technology, has introduced AI Advisor, a groundbreaking product set to transform the way financial institutions interact with consumers.

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