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Azur launches two new insurance products for high net worth clients

Azur, the managing digital agent, has announced the launch of two new products – Azur Niche and Azur Unoccupied – to meet the broad insurance needs of high net worth clients.

Banks fear open-banking and tech titans as non-cash payments soar around the world

The world is in the midst of a cashless payment boom. However, many banks will not take the steps to embrace open banking and fear the looming threat of big tech companies’ competition.

What FinTech leaders can learn about succession planning from Jack Ma stepping down

The Alibaba founder has left his role as a chairman of the e-commerce giant in way that can provide some tips for other founders on how to create their own succession plans.

Traditional banks who don’t innovate could lose $280bn by 2025

The global payments industry could cash in on an additional $500bn by 2025, but at the same time old school bankers could lose $280bn of that by not adopting new technology.

Seven threats to UK financial services still unsolved before Brexit

The Financial Conduct Authority’s top dog has revealed seven issues the regulator have yet to solve before the UK departs from the EU.

FCA boss says UK firms have stepped up their preparations of a no-deal Brexit

The chief executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has stated that preparations for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit have increased, but that there is still work to be done.

Israeli checkout startup Trigo raises $22m in early-stage funding round led by Red Dot...

Trigo is an autonomous checkout startup and has just announced that it has raised a $22m early-stage funding round.

Revealing the obstacles RegTech companies must overcome to keep on booming

The RegTech industry is growing massively, but there are still challenges to tackle head-on to keep expanding.

Indonesia’s Bank Mayapada to boost AML through NICE Actimize

NICE Actimize has been selected by Indonesia’s Bank Mayapada Internasional to improve its financial crime operations.

UK digital banking FinTech firm PrePay Solutions has a new Belgian e-money licence to...

The National Bank of Belgium has granted PrePay Solutions, a one-stop shop for prepaid programmes and digital banking firm, an e-money licence.

News Stories

ISS ESG unveils tool for bank emission estimates amid new EU regulations

ISS ESG, a leader in sustainable investment solution, has launched a pioneering new product, the Industry Average Emission Intensity Data Set. According to ESG...

Mexican FinTech Aviva clinches $5.5m to boost services for micro businesses

Aviva, a pioneering FinTech company from Mexico, has successfully secured a substantial $5.5m in seed funding. According to Finextra Research, the investment saw participation from...
Indian InsurTech firm Covrzy has received a direct broking (general) license from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

Indian InsurTech Covrzy set to transform business insurance following broking license approval

Indian InsurTech firm Covrzy has received a direct broking (general) license from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).  As reported by CIO...

EU sets global AI standards with new regulatory framework

The EU has initiated the world's first comprehensive legislation aimed at artificial intelligence, known as the European AI Act.  The regulation, designed to create a...
Skyward Specialty Insurance, a leader in the specialty property and casualty (P&C) market, has announced key additions to its team to expand its Healthcare Solutions portfolio and broaden its Transactional Property E&S underwriting units.

Skyward Specialty Insurance enhances healthcare and E&S portfolios with new appointments

Skyward Specialty Insurance, a leader in the specialty property and casualty (P&C) market, has announced key additions to its team to expand its Healthcare...

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