Stable week for FinTech with 26 deals recorded
This week saw a relatively strong week for FinTech funding, with up to $963m in investment recorded by deals reported by FinTech Global.
Navigating through MiCA: Unpacking the EU’s new crypto-asset regulations
The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) is setting a precedent, crafting a well-structured framework for regulating crypto-assets throughout the European Union (EU) which are not yet encased by current financial services legislations.
Unlocking profitable growth in insurance with embedded and generative AI
FinTech and InsurTech are rapidly evolving, consistently introducing game-changing technologies, among which embedded AI and generative AI stand prominently. These advancements aren’t mere buzzwords but rather critical tools altering the landscape of commercial and specialty insurance, particularly in the realms of underwriting and customer experience.
Navigating through Canada’s Bill S-211 with proactive risk management strategies
In an exemplary move to uplift the "social" component within the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework, the Canadian Parliament, in May 2023, passed Bill S-211.
Bridging ESG reporting gaps ahead of the 2024 ESRS deadline
The ESG100 report casts a spotlight on a notable disparity in company preparedness for complying with the upcoming European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).
Revolutionising insurance workflows: The power of mobile ID document scanning
Mobile apps have become indispensable tools for insurance agents, revolutionising their workflows and boosting customer service. Among the valuable features that insurance agent apps offer, the ability to scan ID documents on the go stands out. Scanbot SDK explores the advantages of mobile document scanning for insurance professionals and how you can seamlessly integrate it into your app.
MSCI enhances carbon market solutions with Trove Research acquisition
MSCI has declared its intention to buy Trove Research, a firm specialising in data, analysis, and advisory within the carbon market domain.
TNFD-aligned sovereign debt guidance released by NatureFinance think tank
NatureFinance has unveiled its guidance designed for financial institutions to aid in identifying and assessing nature-related risk
ESG understanding dips amid geopolitical strain and investor pressures
A recent survey by PwC disclosed an apparent vacuum in the comprehension of ESG risks within numerous corporate boardrooms.
Kiwibank faces substantial $812.5k penalty amidst FMA scrutiny
In a recent development highlighted by the FMA, Kiwibank has been mandated to pay a civil penalty amounting to $812.5m.