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Generation Z

Bank execs identify Gen Z engagement as crucial for future success

Tink has found that attracting Gen Z is deemed a key hurdle by UK banking executives, with over half (57%) identifying it as one of their foremost challenges for the upcoming year.
How insurers can optimize claims and retain customers

How insurers can optimize claims and retain customers

Claims represent a pivotal moment in insurance, often determining customer loyalty and future business opportunities. They not only involve the insurer and the customer but also the beneficiary, creating a chance to impress and potentially convert the beneficiary into a new customer. This underscores the importance of a satisfying service process during claim handling.
Enhancing client experiences: WealthForce.ai's innovative eMACH collaboration

Enhancing client experiences: WealthForce.ai’s innovative eMACH collaboration

In the rapidly evolving sector of WealthTech, leading the charge in innovation is not enough; firms must also excel in delivering superior client experiences.

ESAs propose new categories for sustainable and transition investments

The European Supervisory Authorities have released a joint opinion, emphasising the need for a more coherent framework within the SFDR.
Allianz

Vanessa Maxwell takes dual role at Allianz Commercial as global head of cyber and...

Allianz Commercial, a prominent player in the insurance sector, has announced a significant enhancement to its leadership structure. Vanessa Maxwell has been appointed as the...
How Qkvin is helping financial institutions tackle the 5 major financial crime challengesvideo

Qkvin Tackles Financial Crime

FinTech Global recently spoke to RegTech firm Qkvin to explore what the five major challenges financial institutions face with financial crime and how Qkvin can resolve them.
AI

Harnessing the promise of AI for real-time compliance management

Time-tested, established methods form the backbone of effective compliance programmes, according to AI RegTech Saifr.
Workiva

Workiva unveils new carbon management tool to bolster ESG efforts

Workiva, a global provider of assured integrated reporting solutions, has expanded its tech portfolio with the launch of Workiva Carbon.
cyber

Key steps for PE firms to mitigate cyber risks in portfolio companies

With the digital threat landscape ever-evolving, portfolio companies find themselves at the receiving end of 43% of annual cyberattacks.

Daisy highlights rising network security threats in financial sector

In a recent revelation by Daisy Corporate Services, their 'State of Networking Report 2024' showcases a worrying trend within the industry. 

News Stories

Strong week in the FinTech sector with $1.7bn raised

FinTech Global this week reported on 21 recorded deals in the FinTech sector, with a strong showing in the reinsurance space bringing the total value recorded over $1bn.

EU regulator suggests revamp in sustainable investment rules

The ESMA has recently recommended a significant overhaul of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) within the EU.
MNT-Halan, Egypt’s largest non-bank financial institution and FinTech, has acquired Tam Finans, a prominent commercial finance company in Turkey.

MNT-Halan expands into Turkey with acquisition of Tam Finans

MNT-Halan, Egypt’s largest non-bank financial institution and FinTech, has acquired Tam Finans, a prominent commercial finance company in Turkey.

EU banks and insurers lag in green compliance, PwC study finds

A recent PwC study has uncovered a striking deficiency in the alignment of financial institutions’ activities with the EU's taxonomy for sustainable activities. According...
India

India’s new climate finance taxonomy to propel green transition

India is poised to implement a climate finance taxonomy, as announced by the Minister of Finance, Nirmala Sitharaman, during the annual budget.

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