Company News

Ascent looks back on 2019 and predicts what’s in store for 2020

It has been a big year for RegTech, with $6.5bn being invested in just the opening three quarters. With the year coming to an end, it begs the question of, what is next for the sector?
IReF implementation

Unlocking success: Navigating the IReF implementation for banks

The Integrated Reporting Framework (IReF), an initiative by the ECB, aims to streamline banks’ statistical reporting processes across the Eurozone.
Tandem

Tandem hires James Streeter as new Head of ESG in sustainability push

Tandem, the UK's pioneering greener digital bank, has proudly announced the appointment of James Streeter as the Head of ESG. 

Over half of crypto experts believe bitcoin will replace fiat money by 2050

A recent survey has found that over half of the experts who took part believe bitcoin will become more dominant than money issued by central banks in less than 30 years.

ESMA publishes findings around ESG ratings

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a letter to the European Commission around the findings of a call for evidence on ESG ratings.

FCA and Bank of England propose changes to improve data and analytics

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England has revealed plans to enhance its data and analytics capabilities to enhance monitoring of the UK’s financial sector.
LSEG

Mizuho and LSEG partner to boost carbon credit market growth

Mizuho and LSEG have announced an agreement to collaborate in supporting the growth of the carbon credit market.
AI

Could AI’s unchecked growth spur financial disaster?

The SEC head has cautioned a financial upheaval by AI is “almost inescapable” within the upcoming decade if the tech isn't managed.

Alessa whitepaper outlines key crypto know-how for financial institutions

Alessa by Tier 1 Financial Solutions has published a whitepaper detailing how financial institutions (FIs) can deal with the cryptocurrency market and manage its associated risks.

Zeidler widens APAC reach with new management addition

Zeidler Group has expanded its operations in Asia Pacific with the appointment of Grant Daubeny as business development manager.  

News Stories

Visa reinvents account-to-account payments with enhanced consumer protections

Visa reinvents account-to-account payments with enhanced consumer protections

Visa has unveiled a new initiative, Visa A2A, set to transform the landscape of account-to-account (A2A) payments by enhancing consumer control and protection.
Sedric AI clinches $18.5m to pioneer AI compliance solutions in FinTech

Sedric AI clinches $18.5m to pioneer AI compliance solutions in FinTech

Sedric AI, a leading innovator in AI-driven compliance solutions for financial institutions, announced today that it has successfully secured $18.5m in Series A funding.
European software firm SecureFlag bags significant funding from Copilot Capital

European software firm SecureFlag bags significant funding from Copilot Capital

Copilot Capital, a pioneering private equity firm dedicated to nurturing the growth of European software companies, has announced a significant majority investment in SecureFlag, a dynamic software company known for its cutting-edge cybersecurity training solutions.
Fido raises $30m to boost financial inclusion in East and Southern Africa

Fido raises $30m to boost financial inclusion in East and Southern Africa

Ghana's fintech innovator, Fido, recently bolstered its financial capacity with a significant $30m Series B funding round.
Upsolve secures $4.2m Gates Foundation grant to launch financial counselling AI for low-income Americans

Upsolve secures $4.2m Gates Foundation grant to launch financial counselling AI for low-income Americans

Upsolve, renowned as the nation's top nonprofit financial education platform, has recently secured a substantial grant to further its mission.

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