Industry News

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.
banking

Are customers craving a more human touch in digital banking?

A recent study by Foolproof has emphasised customers' desire for a more human interaction in their banking experiences.
Island's enterprise browser secures $175m in Series D, led by Coatue and Sequoia

Island’s enterprise browser secures $175m in Series D, led by Coatue and Sequoia

Island, the Dallas-based pioneer in enterprise browsers, today announced a significant boost to its financial standing and market position.
Clarity AI

Clarity AI rolls out SFDR-compliant tool for index and ETF providers

Clarity AI, a leading sustainability technology platform, has announced the introduction of its innovative methodology.
Ready for ESG reporting season? Strategies for effective sustainability reporting

Ready for ESG reporting season? Strategies for effective sustainability reporting

As the season for sustainability reporting draws near, organisations are presented with a golden chance to underline their dedication to ESG (Environmental, Social, and...
Fitch

Fitch report details sustainable bond proceeds largely go to climate mitigation

Issuers of green and sustainability bonds are mostly focusing on climate mitigation initiatives to reduce emissions, often at the expense of climate adaptation efforts, a Fitch report has found. 
Navigating the green maze: How to excel in sustainability reporting

Navigating the green maze: How to excel in sustainability reporting

In an era where climate concerns are pushing the boundaries of business norms, Climate Week has cast a spotlight on the pressing demand for sustainable action. Position Green's participation has yielded insights that are impossible to ignore: The time to respond to the environmental crisis is now.
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.
Pocketnest

Pocketnest scores $2.6m capital raise

Female-founded financial wellness platform Pocketnest has netted $2.6m in a round led by Reseda Group.
Middle East

Middle Eastern investors embrace self-directed wealth management

WealthTech firm Velexa recently highlighted how the Middle East is proving to be a key hotspot for self-investing.

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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