Company News

ForgePoint Capital most active cybersecurity-focused investor in 2020

ForgePoint Capital is the most active sector-focused cybersecurity investor in 2020, having deployed over $100m into companies.

ESG a growing factor for decision making in insurance, AM Best study finds

A recent survey by AM Best has found that six in ten US insurance companies agree demand from stakeholders to consider ESG factors in their decision making is growing.

Khazna closes seed funding round led by Algebra Ventures

Egyptian FinTech Khazna has announced that it has raised seed money in a new round led by venture capital firm Algebra Ventures.

Curve expands wearables services through new Garmin, Fitbit and Sony partnerships

UK payment company has signed a new partnership to make payments easier through wearable devices.

US Senate confirms ex-National Security Agency official as CISA director

The US Senate has confirmed Jen Easterly as the new director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

BondAval secures $7m from Octopus Ventures-led seed round

InsurTech firm BondAval, which aims to democratise access to credit terms, has raised $7m from a seed funding round.
Kapital

Kapital secures $165m boost to revolutionise SME financial services

Kapital, a dynamic global bank and tech platform, has announced a significant financial raise, securing a total of $165 million in funding.
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Generali poised to take Malaysian life insurance market by storm

Global insurer and asset manager Generali has acquired the majority stakes in the AXA-Affin joint ventures in Malaysia.

Kamakura’s new suite helps Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad’s digitalisation process remain compliant

Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad’s taps RegTech Kamakura Corporation to ensure its digitalisation process remains compliant.
APRA

APRA targets bank resilience with new liquidity changes

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is making strides to fortify the banking sector against future stress.

News Stories

AkkenCloud and Immediate team up to revolutionise pay cycles in staffing industry

AkkenCloud and Immediate team up to revolutionise pay cycles in staffing industry

AkkenCloud, a leading innovator in the Staffing Industry known for its advanced automation and AI-driven solutions, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Immediate, a forward-thinking provider of pay access solutions.
Marqeta powers Rain's new debit card for seamless wage access

Marqeta powers Rain’s new debit card for seamless wage access

Marqeta, a global modern card issuing platform, has partnered with Rain, a financial wellness benefits provider that assists companies in giving employees greater control over their finances.
Tiller Technologies and HSBC Expat join forces to launch digital ID verification

Tiller Technologies and HSBC Expat join forces to launch digital ID verification

Tiller Technologies, a leading RegTech company, has teamed up with HSBC Expat, a branch of HSBC Bank specialised in services for expatriates, excels in offering tailored banking solutions across the globe.
FinTech funding activity flourished this week as deals were completed on all corners of the globe, with a total of $694.5m raised over 19 tranches.

FinTech funding flourishes amid diverse week for deal activity

FinTech funding activity flourished this week as deals were completed on all corners of the globe, with a total of $694.5m raised over 19 tranches.
Klarna and Milkywire team up to expand Nature Transformation Fund for global biodiversity

Klarna and Milkywire team up to expand Nature Transformation Fund for global biodiversity

Klarna, an AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, and Milkywire, an environmental impact platform, have launched the Nature Transformation Fund.

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