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EU bolsters sustainable finance with strict regulations for ESG rating agencies

The EC has very recently unveiled several measures, including some new regulations for ESG ratings providers.

Sage Intacct’s global expansion: Revolutionizing AP automation with AI

Sage Intacct is enhancing its position in the global market with significant upgrades to its accounting and financial management software, particularly with the expansion of its AI-driven AP Automation.
ESG

Unveiling the future of global ESG standards and taxonomies

In the wake of rapidly advancing ESG reporting standards, there's still uncertainty about the possibility of globally applicable measures.
reporting

How major U.S. companies are investing in the future of sustainability reporting

Over two-thirds of large U.S. companies have committed to dedicated budgets for sustainability reporting, a recent survey by ESG and EHS solutions provider EcoOnline...

Revolutionising Compliance Efficiency with Hawk AI

A familiar predicament haunts the global payments landscape: can financial institutions outgrow their compliance issues without stretching resources to the breaking point? Scaling staff often means soaring costs and growing complexity. RegTech company Hawk AI has outlined how it helped an payment processor improve their operations. 

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.

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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