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FCA study finds scale of cryptoasset harm might not be as high as expected

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released new research around UK consumer attitudes around cryptoassets such as Bitcoin and Ether.

iSign International works with SoftPoint to create ‘unhackable digital wallet’

US-based cybersecurity solution developer iSign International has partnered with SoftPoint to build a secure, ‘unhackable’ digital wallet.

Appen to acquire Figure Eight in a deal which could reach $300m

Dataset analysis platform Appen has acquired Figure Eight, a developer of machine learning technology, in a deal which could be worth $300m.

Exclusive: Robert Bell of 86 400 reveals why he’s setting up one of Australia’s...

The banking industry in Australia is changing. And the founder of 86 400 is at the forefront of this push.

Banking app Monese and cross-border deposits marketplace Raisin launch new service

Monese Savings is the new brainchild born out of a collaboration between Monese, the banking app, and Raisin, the cross-border deposits marketplace.

LMAX Digital receives ‘in-principle license for distributed ledger technology

Institutional crypto currency exchange LMAX Digital has received an ‘in-principle’ license as a Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) provider from the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC).

Zego launches into Spain, alongside new Madrid office opening

London-based InsurTech startup Zego has launched its solution in Spain and opened a new office in Madrid.

IDEX partners with Blockpass to promote compliance in blockchain

Blockchain-based identification platform Blockpass has partnered with Ethereum cryptocurrency exchange IDEX to promote compliance in the blockchain ecosystem. Through the partnership both parties will work with blockchain-based businesses to implement KYC...

Wefox gathers $125m in Series B round as it eyes rest of Europe

Berlin-based InsurTech Wefox has reportedly raised $125m for its Series B funding round led by Mubadala Ventures. The Abu Dhabi government's venture arm used its newly...

Project A Ventures almost halfway to Fund III goal after registering €106m

Project A Ventures has registered €106m of capital commitments for its latest investment fund to put it almost halfway to its goal. The firm is aiming to...

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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