Visa, Tala partner to bolster crypto adoption in emerging markets
Visa has partnered with Santa Monica-based FinTech startup Tala to offer easier access to cryptocurrencies for people in emerging markets.
Lanistar finally secures FCA approval following earlier setback
UK FinTech Lanistar has secured Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) approval to operate as an Electronic Money Directive (EMD) agent of payments business Modulr.
ClearBank partners with Napier to boost its AML and screening capabilities
Cloud-based clearing bank ClearBank tied up with AML/CTF and trade compliance tech provider Napier for its advanced transaction screening system in a bid to boost its security.
UK retailers lost £39.4bn during lockdown due to surge in abandoned baskets
UK retailers have lost out on over £39.4bn in potential sales in the past 12 month, after the value of online abandoned baskets more than doubles since 2018.
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.
Canadian VC firm closes third investment fund, raises $101m
FinTech-focused VC company Information Venture Partners has closed its third investment fund and has raised a total of $101m.
ESMA updates its Q&A on the Prospectus Regulation
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has updated its questions and answers on the Prospectus Regulation.
San Francisco VC firm eyes Lithuanian FinTech investment
Venture capital startup Launchpad Capital is investing up to $35m in early-stage Lithuanian startups who are looking to break into the North American market.
Cognitive View joins the Genesys Cloud Marketplace
Cognitive View, which analyses customer communication data to identify conduct related risk, is now available on Genesys Cloud Marketplace.
Majesco adds five to its L&A team
Cloud insurance software developer Majesco has expanded its life and annuity (L&A) business with five new leadership hires.