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AIIB launches groundbreaking $300m digital bond with Euroclear

Euroclear has announced a major milestone with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) issuing its first digitally native note.

Accelerant reshapes InsurTech landscape with launch of Risk Exchange

Atlanta-based Accelerant, a company dedicated to empowering specialty underwriters in the insurance industry, has officially launched its Risk Exchange.

Nasdaq Futures faces $22m CFTC fine for undisclosed trading incentives

The CFTC has levied a significant $22m fine against Nasdaq Futures, highlighting a serious breach in regulatory compliance.

Rise in insurance fraud linked to cost of living squeeze

The cost of living crisis in the UK has contributed to a dramatic increase in insurance fraud, with a surge of 61% reported, according to the City of London Police's Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED).

FCA urges banks to boost accessibility of basic bank accounts

The FCA is urging banks, building societies, and payment firms to enhance their efforts in making basic bank accounts more accessible.

Zendrive and Autio join forces: Changing the game for auto insurance and audio entertainment

Leading driving safety analytics firm, Zendrive, has announced a strategic partnership with Autio, the unique location-based audio entertainment app. This innovative alliance pairs compelling audio stories with the concept of safer driving, delivering a distinctive, engaging experience for drivers on the road.

Howden’s grand play: Acquires Media Insurance Brokers to boost media and entertainment offering

International insurance broker, Howden, has recently announced its acquisition of Media Insurance Brokers International Limited (MIB), a leading independent UK and Irish film and television broker.
TCFD

IFRS takes the reins of TCFD, marking a milestone in sustainability reporting

The ISSB will take over the responsibilities of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) starting from next year.
sandbox

HM Treasury’s Digital Securities Sandbox: A new chapter for UK FinTech?

The UK government treasury has recently published a consultation document for its Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS).
Nav

Nav bolsters small business finance ecosystem with Tillful acquisition

Nav, a prominent player in the small business financial health platform, has officially announced its acquisition of Tillful.

News Stories

Solid week for FinTech deals with 28 recorded

A total of $459m was raised across all the FinTech deals that were recorded this week by FinTech Global.  Leading the way of all the...
Paystand spearheads zero-fee B2B payments network expansion into Canada

Paystand spearheads zero-fee B2B payments network expansion into Canada

Paystand, renowned for its blockchain-enabled B2B payments, is extending its zero-fee network to Canada, enhancing the scope of its services beyond the initial limited offering since 2018.
Hex Trust joins forces with Grass to revolutionize AI data collection

Hex Trust joins forces with Grass to revolutionize AI data collection

Hex Trust, a prominent digital asset solution provider catering to institutional finance and the Web3 ecosystem, has announced a strategic partnership with Grass.
Avaloq and Zürcher Kantonalbank launch innovative digital asset service

Avaloq and Zürcher Kantonalbank launch innovative digital asset service

Avaloq has introduced its cutting-edge digital asset platform at Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB), one of Switzerland's premier banking institutions, in collaboration with Fireblocks.
Barq and Mastercard collaborate to transform payment technology in Saudi Arabia

Barq and Mastercard collaborate to transform payment technology in Saudi Arabia

Barq, a pioneering FinTech startup from Saudi Arabia, has joined forces with the global financial services giant, Mastercard.

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