FinTech News

StepLadder raises £1.5m in seed funding

StepLadder, a UK-based FinTech helping first-time buyers to buy a property, has reportedly raised £1.5m in seed funding.

Bitcoin investing app Relai scores $2.7m in Series A

Switzerland-based Relai has raised CHF 2.5m ($2.7m) in its Series A round, which will help it expand in Europe.

Draper Espirit closes new European fund with £160m

European VC firm Draper Espirit has raised £160m for its new tech fund. The London-based firm counts crowdfunding platform Crowdcube and payments hardware-maker Miura Systems among its FinTech investments.

Marqueta, Swissquote partner to offer new app-based card program

US card issuing platform Marqueta has partnered with Swissquote to provide an app-based card program that offers banking and investing services in a single space.

Searches for ‘savings account’ explode by 301%

Google searches for ‘savings account’ have exploded by 301% above the average in October 2022 – reaching the highest level in five years.

United Fintech in third take-over of the year with FairXchange

United Fintech, which enables banks and financial institutions to accelerate their digitalisation efforts, has acquired a 25% stake in London-based FairXchange for an undisclosed...

Bank of England governor calls for cryptocurrency regulations

Andrew Bailey, governor at the Bank of England, has called on financial regulators to stop playing catch up in how they supervise digital payments methods such as stablecoin and cryptocurrencies.

Aviva and Zego partner for fleet insurance

Commercial motor insurer Zego has entered into a multi-year partnership with Aviva, to provide tailored fleet policies to trades and haulage businesses.

RegTech startup Arctic Intelligence reels in $2.8m

Arctic Intelligence, a provider of cloud-based audit, risk and compliance platforms, has raised $2.8m in fresh funding.
HKMA

InvestHK links with HKMA to launch CBDC track to Global Fast Track program

InvestHK and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) have jointly announced the addition of the central bank digital currency track to the Global Fast Track 2022.

News Stories

Legal & General partners with Moneyhub for innovative pensions dashboard

Legal & General (L&G) has teamed up with Moneyhub, a leader in FinTech and Open Finance technology. This collaboration aims to enhance how individuals plan...
tax

Addressing the challenges of intermediary structures in tax operations

Managing intermediary structures within tax operations has long been a complex task. These structures typically feature multiple layers of ownership and a variety of...
In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.

8 key strategies for customer acquisition in banking

In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.
AI

How will the EU’s AI Act impact the financial market?

The Artificial Intelligence Act officially came into force on 1 August 2024. The Act, one of the first of its kind, establishes a common regulatory and legal framework for AI within the European Union. How will it impact the financial sector?
New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

Tower partners with HealthCarePlus to provide exclusive insurance products to union members

New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

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