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UK’s DCPCU dismantles 13 organised crime groups

The UK’s Dedicated Card and Payment Crime Unit (DCPCU) has dismantled 13 organised crime groups (OCGs) within the first half of 2019, double the number in the same period last year.

Natwest launches voice-based banking technology

Natwest has launched the pilot for its new voice technology to enable consumers to do banking through their Google Assistant on Google Home smartphone or speaker.
Lendbuzz, a FinTech company specialising in utilising artificial intelligence to provide auto loans to a diverse range of borrowers, has concluded a $235m securitisation.

Trump’s currency war with China could be Bitcoin’s do-or-die moment

Bitcoin has gone through a turbulent couple of years, having fell from the peak prices of late 2017.

P2P: Why SME debt is a must-have for any investor portfolio

Following the success of P2P lending, the SME debt space has seen strong growth and support.

China’s Central Bank ‘close’ to launching official digital currency

China's central bank has revealed it is close to launching its digital token, with work currently in progress on the systems.

Kakao teases 2019 launch of crypto wallet, Dapp Partners

Messaging app Kakao has revealed plans to release a cryptocurrency wallet later in the year, under the name Klip.

Central Bank of Ireland said to be delaying SCA implementation date

Central Bank of Ireland has reportedly confirmed it will delay the roll out of Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) rules.

Crypto payment startup HUPAYX to be implemented in 420,000 South Korean stores

Blockchain-powered HUPAYX has signed a partnership with KIS Information Communications, the VAN and merchant terminal company, to roll out HUPAYX’s payment solution across 420,000 locations in Seoul.

Podcast payment platform Glow Technologies close a $2.3m Seed round

Glow Technologies, a startup aiming to change the way podcasters are paid, have just received a $2.3m investment.

Munich Re launches new hurricane response tools for insurers

Munich Re has released a new set of hurricane response tools to help insurance firms assess property damage after incidents.

News Stories

US takes the gold for FinTech deals this week - Here are this week's 36 deals

US takes the gold for FinTech deals this week – Here are this week’s...

It was a strong week for US-based FinTech companies, with 17 securing fresh capital this week.  Aside from the US dominating the week for deals,...
Deutsche Bank and BASF initiate pioneering ESG finance programme in Asia

Deutsche Bank and BASF initiate pioneering ESG finance programme in Asia

Deutsche Bank has unveiled BASF’s inaugural sustainability-linked payables finance programme in Asia, concentrating on its operations in China.
PureFacts secures major investment from GrowthCurve

PureFacts secures major investment from GrowthCurve

PureFacts Financial Solutions, a renowned provider of revenue management solutions tailored for the investment sector, recently announced a significant development.
Tuum and ComplyAdvantage join forces to enhance compliance and operational efficiency

Tuum and ComplyAdvantage join forces to enhance compliance and operational efficiency

Tuum is a next-generation core banking platform, has partnered with ComplyAdvantage, a financial crime intelligence platform that offers AI-driven risk data and fraud detection technology to a global client base.
Wisedocs bags $4.5m from CIBC to streamline insurance claim reviews with AI

Wisedocs bags $4.5m from CIBC to streamline insurance claim reviews with AI

Wisedocs, an innovative leader in the InsurTech sector, recently received a significant financial boost. CIBC Innovation Banking has extended $4.5m CAD in growth capital financing.

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