Company News

ACA Group, Foreside merge to create GRC juggernaut

ACA Group and Foreside Financial, two of the leading governance, risk and compliance (GRC) firms in financial services, have officially completed their merger.
RelyComply

RelyComply unveils goAML feature for enhanced FinCrime reporting

RelyComply, a leading firm in the RegTech sector, has recentlyexpanded its innovative platform with a new feature, goAML.

Pennyworth launches financial planning app on iOS, Android to follow

UK-based neobank Pennyworth has begun beta testing of the first version of its financial planning app on all iOS devices.
OFAC

Ensuring financial security: How firms comply with the OFAC SDN list

A recent post by Alessa has detailed what the Office of Foreign Assets Control Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List is.

Whistleblower claims Deutsche Bank took years to alert authorities about Danske Bank’s suspected money...

Despite a whistleblower flagging suspicious transactions five years ago, Deutsche Bank allegedly waited until February this year to disclose one million suspect money transfers it did for Danske Bank.

New York DFS issues regulatory guidance on stablecoins

New York State Department of Financial Services has issued new regulatory guidance on setting foundational criteria for USD-backed stablecoins.
AI

Saifr survey reveals junior managers lead AI adoption in financial services

A survey conducted among marketing and compliance leaders in the financial services sector across the US by Saifr has unveiled intriguing findings regarding AI usage within their operations.

Bank of Israel opens consultation on potential digital shekel

The Bank of Israel has opened a public consultation on the potential issuance of a digital shekel.
PortX

Open banking champion PortX clinches $16.5m in Series B investment

PortX, described as a vanguard in integration and open banking for community financial institutions and fintechs, has bagged $16.5m

Why have the complaints received by the FCA increased?

New figures from the UK’s top financial market regulator reveals the number of complains jumped from 3.91 million in the last six months of 2018 to 4.29 million in the first half of 2019.

News Stories

Legal & General partners with Moneyhub for innovative pensions dashboard

Legal & General (L&G) has teamed up with Moneyhub, a leader in FinTech and Open Finance technology. This collaboration aims to enhance how individuals plan...
tax

Addressing the challenges of intermediary structures in tax operations

Managing intermediary structures within tax operations has long been a complex task. These structures typically feature multiple layers of ownership and a variety of...
In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.

8 key strategies for customer acquisition in banking

In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.
AI

How will the EU’s AI Act impact the financial market?

The Artificial Intelligence Act officially came into force on 1 August 2024. The Act, one of the first of its kind, establishes a common regulatory and legal framework for AI within the European Union. How will it impact the financial sector?
New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

Tower partners with HealthCarePlus to provide exclusive insurance products to union members

New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

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