Navigating KYC and AML in 2023: Trends and challenges in the banking sector
2023 has brought forward unique challenges and trends in the KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) landscape, as revealed in a survey...
WeTravel secures $27m for travel and payments platform
WeTravel, a San-Francisco and Amsterdam headquartered booking and payments platform, has raised $27m in Series B funding.
Managing the climate challenge: A glimpse into COP28
Position Green recently took a deep dive into the COP28 conference in Dubai, which lasts 30 November-12 December.
Akur8 teams up with FCCI Insurance Group to bolster underwriting and pricing
Akur8, a next generation insurance pricing solution, has partnered with FCCI Insurance Group to enhance and streamline underwriting processes and pricing.
Singapore and China bolster financial cooperation with new initiatives
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and various Chinese financial entities have strengthened their partnership with a raft of new initiatives. MAS, Singapore's central bank...
As a recession looms, how SME lending will be a cornerstone for many
It is no secret the economic situation is in a bit of turmoil. People face a cost-of-living crisis and having just recovered from the impact of the pandemic, businesses are once again preparing for a tough market where survival is a priority. SME lending is their saviour.
Saudi FinTech innovator Nearpay secures $14m in Series A funding
Nearpay, a Saudi FinTech startup specialising in payment infrastructure as a service, has achieved a milestone of raising $14m funding.
Insurers prioritise modernisation, but struggle to implement
Insurers have prioritised modernisation, but are struggling with implementation, according to a study from Earnix.
CII welcomes new vice presidents to strengthen global insurance outreach
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has recently announced the appointment of two new Vice Presidents Enas Asiri and Suresh Nair.
What is regulatory mapping and why is it important
As the regulatory landscape continues to grow and get more complex, firms need to ensure they are on top of everything. One of the best ways to do this is through regulatory mapping, but what exactly is this?