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Stride and Utah set new precedents in benefits for independent workers

Stride and Utah set new precedents in benefits for independent workers

Stride, a leader in portable benefits technology, unveiled its Stride Contributions program in Utah, marking a significant innovation following the state's new Portable Benefit Plan legislation (SB-233).
Ecovadis

EcoVadis unveils carbon action module enhancement for emissions tracking

Business sustainability ratings firm EcoVadis has launched a feature called the EcoVadis Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) Data Exchange.
Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia forge partnership for FinTech innovation

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) have recently initiated a partnership.
NCSC

Emerging AI tech amplifies ransomware dangers, NCSC warns

In a report by the NCSC, a warning has been issued about the growing threat of ransomware amplified by AI advancements.
GEN and Hello Alice unlock $1bn credit with $70m Equitable Access Fund

GEN and Hello Alice unlock $1bn credit with $70m Equitable Access Fund

Hello Alice, the 'small business financier', and the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) proudly announced the establishment of a $70m Equitable Access Fund. The initiative aims to amplify credit access among small businesses, particularly those helmed by traditionally under-represented groups.

Fenergo uncovers soaring KYC costs for UK banks amid regulatory pressures

Fenergo's latest study has recently shed light on a concerning trend for banks in Britain and globally.
Trustle

Cloud access management enterprise Trustle secures $6m seed

Trustle, a provider of cloud access management solutions, has raised $6m from a seed funding round headed by Glasswing Ventures.
Mosaic

InsurTech firm Mosaic secures strategic growth investment

Specialty insurer, Mosaic Insurance, has secured strategic investment from two prominent US growth-capital providers. Although the exact amount of investment hasn't been disclosed, the agreement...
Adapting to change: How the UK's latest money laundering amendments impact PEPs

Adapting to change: How the UK’s latest money laundering amendments impact PEPs

On January 10, 2024, a pivotal shift in the UK's regulatory framework will unfold as the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (Amendment) Regulations 2023...
How Theta Lake empowers firms to maximum value from modern communication tools

How Theta Lake empowers firms to maximise value from modern communication tools

A recent study from Theta Lake, a pioneer in digital communications governance, found that 69% of IT and compliance professionals expect the use of unified communication and collaboration (UCC) tools to increase in 2024. With firms using an average of 4.6 communication and collaboration tools, it is evident that UCC tools have become an embedded and essential part of modern business, but firms must ensure they are compliantly getting the full value of these tools.

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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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