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Brazil leads sustainability charge with mandatory ISSB standards from 2026

Brazil has declared it will enforce the ISSB sustainability standards, kicking off voluntary compliance in early 2024.
Is the insurance industry truly AI-ready? Separating hype from reality

Is the insurance industry truly AI-ready? Separating hype from reality

The buzz around artificial intelligence (AI) is undeniable. For some, AI represents a bright future, while for others, it brings about caution and doubt. With the potential to revolutionise every facet of the insurance sector – from marketing and customer service to underwriting and claims management – AI holds immense promise.
AI

How AI Is shaping the future of risk management and compliance

AI is rapidly becoming an essential instrument for businesses around the world, particularly in the realm of risk management and compliance.
How SMEs can align with the latest sustainability standards

How SMEs can align with the latest sustainability standards

With the introduction of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), companies are now required to disclose their sustainability performance. However, the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has acknowledged the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in meeting these requirements due to their limited resources.
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Navigating the complexities of RegTech: Essential steps for compliance success

Compliance is the cornerstone upon which businesses build trust, stability, and longevity in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
BNP

BNP Paribas grants inclusive loans to European and Brazilian microfinance

BNP Paribas, a global leader in banking and financial services, has recently taken a significant step in the microfinance sector.
Scope 3

BCG survey reveals big jump in partial Scope 3 emissions disclosure

A recent survey has found over 50% of companies are now reporting at least some of their Scope 3 value chain emissions.
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DocDoc and QBE to launch Asia’s first proactive group health insurance solution

DocDoc, a digital health insurance platform, has partnered with QBE Singapore to launch a group health insurance product in Singapore.
Clarity AI

Clarity AI leverages AWS for sustainable investment platform

AWS has announced a partnership with Clarity AI, a tech company known for delivering key environmental and social insights.
InsurTech100 2022 list reveals the sector's must know companies

InsurTech100 2022 list reveals the sector’s must know companies

With the InsurTech industry pioneering change in the insurance industry, FinTech Global has revealed the 100 leading companies in its fifth annual InsurTech100 List.

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US-based CyberTech companies dominated this week's FinTech funding

US-based CyberTech companies dominated this week’s FinTech funding

it was a strong week for US-based CyberTech companies, accounting for eight of the total 26 FinTech deals covered this week.  In total, FinTech Global...
Realm.Security secures $5m in seed funding to streamline cybersecurity data management

Realm.Security secures $5m in seed funding to streamline cybersecurity data management

Realm.Security, a startup tailored for cybersecurity, has stepped out of stealth mode and announced a $5m seed investment spearheaded by Accomplice and Glasswing Ventures.
Fora Financial boosts liquidity with a record $126.9m asset-backed securitization

Fora Financial boosts liquidity with a record $126.9m asset-backed securitization

Fora Financial, a prominent FinTech company providing financial solutions to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), announced today the closure of its third and largest asset-backed securitization (ABS) valued at $126.9m.
Novatus Global bolsters RegTech prowess with $40m investment

Novatus Global bolsters RegTech prowess with $40m investment

Novatus Global, a London-based leader in regulatory technology, has announced a significant growth investment of $40m from Silversmith Capital Partners, a growth equity firm located in Boston.
Ledgebrook's innovative push in InsurTech garners $17m Series B funding

Ledgebrook’s innovative push in InsurTech garners $17m Series B funding

Ledgebrook, the rapidly growing InsurTech firm, has successfully closed a $17m Series B funding round.

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