Robinhood expands into credit sector with $95m acquisition of X1
Robinhood, a stock trading app, has struck a deal to acquire X1, an innovative credit card startup, for a significant $95m cash settlement.
Addressing financial crime with risk management
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently demonstrated their commitment to holding reluctant firms accountable in a speech titled 'Doing the right thing'.
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.
DOJ ups the ante in cyber warfare by inaugurating dedicated cybercrime unit
The US DOJ has announced the establishment of a new cyber-focused section, known as the National Security Cyber Section.
The 4 key advantages of adopting cloud-native platforms in insurance
As our digital landscape continually evolves, the prominence of cloud technology in businesses has soared. This surge is a sharp contrast to past reservations about adopting cloud technology. Today, it's increasingly rare to find a technology vendor that doesn't offer cloud-based solutions.
Capitalising on modern tech: 6 advantages of mobile apps for businesses
Mobile apps present numerous avenues for businesses to drive revenue growth. Regular monetisation
Report finds investors are shunning opportunities based on ESG concerns
Nearly 75% of private market investors are putting their money where their ethics are, with 29% rejecting opportunities on ESG grounds.
Green’ demand: 40% Brits want banking tools for sustainability tracking
In a revealing new study by Tink, Europe's premier open banking platform, an estimated 40% of UK residents expressed interest in utilising banking tools to monitor their environmental footprint, however, only 24% of banks currently offer such capabilities.
Aktos obtains $4.4m to modernise the $20bn debt collection industry
Aktos, a trailblazer in the world of debt collections, has successfully procured a seed funding round of $4.4m.
GoHenry’s Money Missions aids financial literacy, boost children’s savings by 30%
GoHenry's Money Missions, a gamified learning platform, is successful in helping kids and teens boost savings, according to research.