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% of banking customers miss human interaction

46% of banking customers miss human interaction

Foolproof's new research reveals a rising demand for more humanised banking experiences. Nearly half (46%) of banking customers surveyed crave human interaction, and 29% desire more high street branches.
risks

Understanding and mitigating money laundering and terrorism financing risks in your firm

RegTech firm Arctic Intelligence recently provided a guide to understanding and mitigating money laundering and terrorism financing risks.
ISSB

The rise of the ISSB: Navigating the new era of sustainability reporting

In a recent post by Diligent, the company outlined some key details surrounding the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB).
financial

Financial wellbeing at risk for women in the UK amid cost of living crisis

Research from Mintago has found a higher degree of financial stress amongst female employees in the UK compared to men.
6 of the biggest FinTech acquisitions in H1 2023

6 of the biggest FinTech acquisitions in H1 2023

As we enter the second half of the year, FinTech Global has highlighted some of the biggest acquisition deals of the year. As the financial...

Fortegra and Rockwood collaborate to launch tailor-made insurance products for financial institutions

Fortegra Specialty Insurance Company (FSIC), a branch of The Fortegra Group, and Rockwood Programs have announced the creation of bespoke management and professional liability insurance products.

InsurTech firm Sigo Seguros secures $5.1m in a pre-Series A funding round

Sigo Seguros, a rapidly expanding InsurTech company renowned for its Spanish-first approach, delivers auto insurance services predominantly for immigrant and working-class communities.
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.
Fintelekt

Arctic Intelligence, Fintelekt join forces to fortify Asia Pacific’s financial ecosystem

Arctic Intelligence has formed an alliance with Fintelekt Advisory Services, a renowned provider of AML/CTF training and advisory services.

Bridging the cyber resource gap: Zurich North America’s new cyber insurance offering

Zurich North America, a seasoned provider of cyber risk solutions, has launched a unique cyber insurance product tailored specifically to cater to the needs of middle market businesses. The company, a leading provider of insurance solutions and services to various industries including agriculture to technology, forms part of the globally-renowned Zurich Insurance Group.

News Stories

Slow week for FinTech with $557m raised across 16 deals

Slow week for FinTech with $557m raised across 16 deals

The UK leads the way in a slow week for FinTech, with just 16 deals completed globally and a total of $557.5m raised.  In a...
Glia introduces online calculator for benchmarking customer interactions in finance

Glia introduces online calculator for benchmarking customer interactions in finance

Glia, a pioneering force in customer interaction technology, has unveiled its latest innovation—the Unified Interactions Index Online Calculator.
TrueLayer lands $50m boost to pioneer pay-by-bank innovation in Europe

TrueLayer lands $50m boost to pioneer pay-by-bank innovation in Europe

TrueLayer, recognised as Europe's premier pay-by-bank network, has recently completed a significant fundraising milestone by securing an additional $50m.
Standard Life and Raindrop launch revolutionary free pension tracing service

Standard Life and Raindrop launch revolutionary free pension tracing service

Paysend, a pioneering UK-based FinTech company, has launched a new remittance solution, Paysend Libre, aimed at bolstering financial inclusion across Northern Central America.
WTW bolsters UK wealth management influence with strategic stake in Atomos

WTW bolsters UK wealth management influence with strategic stake in Atomos

WTW has announced its acquisition of a stake in Atomos, a prominent, advice-led wealth manager operating in the UK.

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