Aktos obtains $4.4m to modernise the $20bn debt collection industry
Aktos, a trailblazer in the world of debt collections, has successfully procured a seed funding round of $4.4m.
Prudential and LeapFrog back Alexander Forbes in South Africa
Prudential Financial, in partnership with LeapFrog Investments Group, is to acquire a strategic minority interest in Alexander Forbes Group Holdings, a provider of financial advice, retirement, investment and holistic wealth management services in South Africa.
SEBI cracks down on Finfluencers with new compliance rules
The SEBI has announced a comprehensive set of new regulations aimed at the burgeoning influence of finfluencers on India's investment landscape.
Zip strengthens grip on BNPL market with Twisto, Spotii acquisitions
Australian buy now, pay later (BNPL) company Zip will expand into Europe and the Middle with the purchases of BNPL competitors Twisto and Spotii.
Consolidated Bank Ghana taps Temenos for its banking core system
Founded in 2018, Consolidated Bank Ghana is the consolidation of five different banks. It is now live, having enlisted Temenos, the bank and financial services software company, for help.
London-based FinTech Upp. bags €9.1m in seed funding
Upp., a burgeoning technology firm based in London, uses AI and ML to redefine online marketing and sales methods for retailers.
Did you hear about these 40 FinTech funding rounds from last week?
FinTech Global has reported on 40 deals in the FinTech space this week, with the industry going from strength-to-strength after almost a quarter of 2022 has passed.
Fleming Insurance Holdings enhances leadership team with key hire
Fleming Insurance Holdings, a prominent player in the insurance industry, has announced the appointment of Michael Garceau as the company's new chief financial officer (CFO) and chief operating officer (COO).
US survey finds majority of investors prize ESG credentials
A survey has found 70% of respondents believe organisations have a responsibility to demonstrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance to investors.
Max Life to extend accelerator programme
Max Life Insurance is reportedly looking to expand its InsurTech accelerator programme to include new challenges.