Company News

ESMA highlights changes needed for credit ratings compliance

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has recommended a number of improvements to be made to credit ratings including a boost in transparency.
banks

How to unlock the future of banking with real-time payments

In a recent post by tietoevry, the company outlined why banks must 'act now' to benefit from real-time payments.

Why recent global crises are changing compliance

Compliance is changing. In a world transformed by the pandemic, many companies are now conducting their compliance processes online. However, the continuing upheavals worldwide are altering the way compliance itself is conducted.
AML

Avoiding common pitfalls in BSA/AML compliance reviews

Independent reviews are a cornerstone of a strong, risk-based BSA/AML and OFAC compliance programme.

Digital banking use to exceed half of global population in 2026, study finds

A study by Juniper Research has found around 53% of the global population will access digital banking services in 2026.

Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin backs startup generator Antler in new $50m fund

Antler, the early-stage venture capital firm and startup generator that has supported several FinTech companies, has raised $50m in a new funding round.
PDF

Leveraging digital signatures: Transforming PDF document management

In a recent post by Signicat, the company outlined how you can use digital signatures to sign PDF documents. 

Will wealth managers turn to decentralised finance?

There is a growing hype around digital assets. Blockchain, cryptocurrencies and NFTs are all growing in the public interest – will wealth managers jump on the trend?

Singapore’s new scam protection bill to restrict high-risk bank transactions

Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is set to introduce a groundbreaking Protection from Scams Bill aimed at combating the rising tide of online fraud.

Jay-Z-backed Ethos bolsters unicorn status with SoftBank investment

US life insurance firm Ethos has secured a $2.7bn valuation after a $100m investment from SoftBank Group.

News Stories

Solid week for FinTech deals with 28 recorded

A total of $459m was raised across all the FinTech deals that were recorded this week by FinTech Global.  Leading the way of all the...
Paystand spearheads zero-fee B2B payments network expansion into Canada

Paystand spearheads zero-fee B2B payments network expansion into Canada

Paystand, renowned for its blockchain-enabled B2B payments, is extending its zero-fee network to Canada, enhancing the scope of its services beyond the initial limited offering since 2018.
Hex Trust joins forces with Grass to revolutionize AI data collection

Hex Trust joins forces with Grass to revolutionize AI data collection

Hex Trust, a prominent digital asset solution provider catering to institutional finance and the Web3 ecosystem, has announced a strategic partnership with Grass.
Avaloq and Zürcher Kantonalbank launch innovative digital asset service

Avaloq and Zürcher Kantonalbank launch innovative digital asset service

Avaloq has introduced its cutting-edge digital asset platform at Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB), one of Switzerland's premier banking institutions, in collaboration with Fireblocks.
Barq and Mastercard collaborate to transform payment technology in Saudi Arabia

Barq and Mastercard collaborate to transform payment technology in Saudi Arabia

Barq, a pioneering FinTech startup from Saudi Arabia, has joined forces with the global financial services giant, Mastercard.

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