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Revolut

Exploited loophole causes major $20m security breach for Revolut

Revolut faced a security breach, leading to a loss of $20m due to a fault in its payment processing system, as reported by the FT.

Bridging the trust gap in FinTech: The rise of digital advice platforms

The EU Retail Investment Strategy has launched an exciting prospect for clients to be at the centre of the European Capital Markets Union, bringing forth the dawn of the digital advice era. This innovation stands to democratise financial advice, making it accessible to a wider audience while recognising the human emotions associated with investing.
Verifiable

HealthTech startup Verifiable lands $27m in Series B funding

Verifiable, a HealthTech firm targeting the inefficiencies in healthcare credentialing, has successfully raised a notable $27m Series B. 

Embracing technology for improved investor onboarding

Upgrading technology in investor onboarding offers immense benefits and the asset management industry is quickly catching on. The landscape of regulatory environments is in...
Eventus on enhancing financial compliance through strong team collaboration

Eventus on enhancing financial compliance through strong team collaboration

An innovative collaboration approach to financial regulation is being advocated by Eventus, a leading regulatory technology (RegTech) firm, in their latest 'Compliance in Focus' series.
AML non-compliance costs

A deep dive into AML non-compliance costs and Flagright’s AI-driven solution

In an increasingly interconnected financial landscape, financial crime has become more sophisticated, underlining the importance of maintaining robust anti-money laundering (AML) compliance for financial institutions. With stringent regulatory scrutiny and technological advancements, financial institutions must adhere to strict AML regulations to deter activities such as money laundering, terrorism financing, and other financial crimes. Moreover, understanding and considering the significant cost of non-compliance is vital.
Harnessing AI for compliant communication ahead of FCA's Consumer Duty

Harnessing AI for compliant communication ahead of FCA’s Consumer Duty

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recently released a ten-point checklist for companies in anticipation of the new Consumer Duty regulation set to be enforced on July 31, 2023. This regulation marks a pivotal shift in the regulatory landscape, impacting both new and existing services and products available for sale or renewal.
Digital wallet transactions forecasted to reach $16trn by 2028

Digital wallet transactions forecasted to reach $16trn by 2028

A groundbreaking study from Juniper Research, a leading authority on emerging payments, anticipates a sharp increase in digital wallet transactions, forecasting that the total...
LSB shines light on SMEs' green finance challenges

LSB shines light on SMEs’ green finance challenges

Highlighting the complexities of the SME green finance sector, new findings from the Lending Standards Board (LSB) examine the various challenges, opportunities, and strategies for banks and lenders to aid their customers on the path to sustainability.
The Radical Fund's $40m climate tech fund targets early-stage SEA startups

The Radical Fund’s $40m climate tech fund targets early-stage SEA startups

Announcing its first close of a $40m fund, The Radical Fund, a venture capital firm specialising in early-stage investments in the climate tech sector, has made waves in the FinTech 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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