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HarfangLab

HarfangLab secures $25m in Crédit Mutuel-led cybersecurity funding round

HarfangLab has closed a robust €25m Series A funding round, underscoring a resilient response to the surging global cyberthreats.
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.

The evolution of platforms: 7 features of tomorrow’s investment aids

Platforms have evolved significantly over the years. Earlier, their main function was limited to the administration of assets. This encompassed the realm of custody, execution, and reporting. However, the definition of a 'progressive' platform today has transformed. Let’s delve deeper into the distinctive features of such platforms:
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.
EIB

EIB pioneers digital green bond with blockchain platform

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has recently set a new milestone by issuing its first-ever digital green bond.
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Klarna Australia reports disastrous losses

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) provider Klarna Australia has reportedly haemorrhaged $56m in losses last year.
FCA questions Big Techs risk on competition in fiance

FCA questions Big Techs risk on competition in finance

The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is seeking comments on the potential competition benefits and harms from Big Techs entering retail financial services sectors.
The future of compliance: Emerging trends and predictions for 2024

The future of compliance: Emerging trends and predictions for 2024

2023 was a pivotal year in digital communications governance. In the US, regulatory bodies imposed hundreds of millions in fines, extending their reach from banks to broker-dealers, investment advisers, and credit rating agencies. Similar actions were observed in the UK, with regulatory bodies sanctioning banks and fining firms for non-compliance in trading communications.
Contango

Contango Digital Assets scores $1.2m seed

Contango Digital Assets, a leading blockchain venture capital firm, has recently closed its seed round on $1.2m.
SpyCloud

Cybersecurity startup SpyCloud secures $35m to combat account takeovers

Cyber startup SpyCloud has announced a successful funding round, raising $35m to further enhance its capabilities in account takeover prevention.

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Legal & General partners with Moneyhub for innovative pensions dashboard

Legal & General (L&G) has teamed up with Moneyhub, a leader in FinTech and Open Finance technology. This collaboration aims to enhance how individuals plan...
tax

Addressing the challenges of intermediary structures in tax operations

Managing intermediary structures within tax operations has long been a complex task. These structures typically feature multiple layers of ownership and a variety of...
In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.

8 key strategies for customer acquisition in banking

In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.
AI

How will the EU’s AI Act impact the financial market?

The Artificial Intelligence Act officially came into force on 1 August 2024. The Act, one of the first of its kind, establishes a common regulatory and legal framework for AI within the European Union. How will it impact the financial sector?
New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

Tower partners with HealthCarePlus to provide exclusive insurance products to union members

New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

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