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Summer bags $6m to grow student debt and education assistance offering

Summer, a firm committed to addressing the US student debt crisis, has recently raised $6m in new funding.
Translucent

Accounting platform Translucent nets £2.7m financing

Translucent, a UK-based accounting software platform, has secured £2.7m in a pre-seed round headed by Wise and LocalGlobe.
The Future of RegTech in Taiwan

The Future of RegTech in Taiwan

The dynamic world of RegTech in Taiwan's financial industry is one that is constantly evolving, driven by a growing demand for innovative solutions and promising future prospects. Supporting this transformation is Flagright, an innovative no-code centralised AML compliance and fraud prevention platform causing ripples in the financial sector.
IP Fabric

Automated network assurance pioneer IP Fabric bags $25m

IP Fabric, a market frontrunner in automated network assurance, has successfully procured $25m in a Series B funding round.
QBE

QBE North America and Converge launch cyber insurance program

QBE North America has launched a new cyber insurance program with Converge, a new MGA that will act as program administrator. 
Unmasking PEPs: The growing call for transparency in financial dealings

Unmasking PEPs: The growing call for transparency in financial dealings

Swiss authorities recently took action against the daughter of Uzbekistan's former president, accusing her of crimes such as money laundering and bribery. This resulted in an asset freeze to the tune of $483m.
Generation Z

Bank execs identify Gen Z engagement as crucial for future success

Tink has found that attracting Gen Z is deemed a key hurdle by UK banking executives, with over half (57%) identifying it as one of their foremost challenges for the upcoming year.
Navigating the AML compliance journey: When is it time to hire an AML Officer?

Navigating the AML compliance journey: When is it time to hire an AML officer?

Today, the growing complexity of financial operations coupled with an ever-evolving regulatory landscape has magnified the importance of AML compliance in businesses. Especially in FinTech companies, the timing to bring an AML Officer on board is pivotal to the firm's overall trajectory.
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Aliaswire steps up SMB solutions with new PayVus platform

Aliaswire, a trailblazer in advanced technological solutions, recently launched PayVus, a state-of-the-art platform created to aid small and midsize business (SMB) owners.
Kanastra

Capital markets infrastructure firm Kanastra bags $13m in seed raise

Kanastra, a FinTech company in Brazil's capital markets infrastructure landscape, recently announced a significant financial milestone.

News Stories

AuthenticID's new Smart ReAuth battles identity fraud

AuthenticID’s new Smart ReAuth battles identity fraud

AuthenticID, a leader in identity verification and fraud prevention, has recently upgraded its Smart ReAuth platform.
Countingup and Sleek unveil Tax Pro: Revolutionising tax compliance for limited companies

Countingup and Sleek unveil Tax Pro: Revolutionising tax compliance for limited companies

Countingup, a prominent UK business account and financial app, has joined forces with the accountancy service Sleek to roll out a new tax solution aimed at limited company owners.
Pine Labs and Visa unite to accelerate digital payments in Bharat with new soundbox device

Pine Labs and Visa unite to accelerate digital payments in Bharat with new soundbox...

Pine Labs and Visa have partnered to launch the Pine Labs Mini, a versatile payment device aimed at boosting digital payments in Bharat.
The FinTech sector celebrated a solid week of funding, as it secured almost $750m over the past seven days.

Almost $750m raised on solid week for FinTech funding

The FinTech sector celebrated a solid week of funding, as it secured almost $750m over the past seven days.
Permata and JCB unveil the Ultimate Card for elite travel and dining experiences

Permata and JCB unveil the Ultimate Card for elite travel and dining experiences

JCB International Indonesia, a subsidiary of the global payment brand JCB International Co., and Indonesian financial giant PT Bank Permata have collaborated to introduce the Permata JCB Ultimate Card.

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