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Green-Got

Eco-focused neobank Green-Got lands €5m

Green-Got, a France-based neobank that is focused on ecological transition, has scored €5m in a recent funding round.  
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Hub International ramps up digital insurance capabilities with EINSURANCE acquisition

In a groundbreaking move, Hub International Limited, a leading global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, has acquired the assets of E-Insure Services, a pioneer in data-driven insurance marketing.
CFPB

CFPB targets bank chatbots in new initiative to boost consumer rights

In a new policy initiative named 'Time is Money', the Biden administration has instructed the CFPB to closely examine the use of chatbots by banks.
Revolutionising finance: The rise of embedded finance in 2024

Revolutionising finance: The rise of embedded finance in 2024

As we delve deeper into 2024, the embedded finance phenomenon continues to reshape the financial services sector. A Capgemini survey from 2021 revealed that over 70% of banking executives view embedded finance as a catalyst for innovation, customer base expansion, and cost reduction, predicting its market value to soar to $588bn by 2030 from $22bn in 2020. This trend positions embedded finance as a key strategic channel for banks.
SFC

SFC and ICMA collaboration paves the way for global ESG ratings standards

The HK SFC is sponsoring the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) to form a dedicated working group on ESG.
Alkira

Network infrastructure leader Alkira secures $100m Series C raise

Alkira, the leader in on-demand network infrastructure as-a-service, has announced the successful closing of a $100m Series C.
TXSE

Texas Stock Exchange secures $120m funding to challenge NYSE and Nasdaq

A new stock exchange, Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) is set to challenge the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq.
Scanbot SDK's transformative journey: A 2023 year in review

Scanbot SDK’s transformative journey: A 2023 year in review

This year has been a milestone for Scanbot SDK, showcasing significant advancements and positive changes that have benefitted both its customers and the company....
The shift from spreadsheets to advanced data solutions in asset management

The shift from spreadsheets to advanced data solutions in asset management

The latest survey conducted by Northern Trust, involving 300 global asset management firms, has unveiled a notable shift towards prioritizing product quality and accuracy. Unlike the previous year, a significant majority of asset managers (72%) are now focusing on enhancing their product strategies, which includes improving distribution methods, data management, and outsourcing functionalities.
XTCC pioneers first Shariah-compliant carbon credit investment ecosystem

XTCC pioneers first Shariah-compliant carbon credit investment ecosystem

XTCC, an investment ecosystem that specialises in high-integrity carbon credits, has announced the launch of the first Shariah-compliant multi-currency asset class for high-integrity carbon credits.

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Visa reinvents account-to-account payments with enhanced consumer protections

Visa reinvents account-to-account payments with enhanced consumer protections

Visa has unveiled a new initiative, Visa A2A, set to transform the landscape of account-to-account (A2A) payments by enhancing consumer control and protection.
Sedric AI clinches $18.5m to pioneer AI compliance solutions in FinTech

Sedric AI clinches $18.5m to pioneer AI compliance solutions in FinTech

Sedric AI, a leading innovator in AI-driven compliance solutions for financial institutions, announced today that it has successfully secured $18.5m in Series A funding.
European software firm SecureFlag bags significant funding from Copilot Capital

European software firm SecureFlag bags significant funding from Copilot Capital

Copilot Capital, a pioneering private equity firm dedicated to nurturing the growth of European software companies, has announced a significant majority investment in SecureFlag, a dynamic software company known for its cutting-edge cybersecurity training solutions.
Fido raises $30m to boost financial inclusion in East and Southern Africa

Fido raises $30m to boost financial inclusion in East and Southern Africa

Ghana's fintech innovator, Fido, recently bolstered its financial capacity with a significant $30m Series B funding round.
Upsolve secures $4.2m Gates Foundation grant to launch financial counselling AI for low-income Americans

Upsolve secures $4.2m Gates Foundation grant to launch financial counselling AI for low-income Americans

Upsolve, renowned as the nation's top nonprofit financial education platform, has recently secured a substantial grant to further its mission.

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