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Bari Bank introduces credit and debit card for children

Italian digital bank Bari Bank has introduced a debit and credit card supplied with pre-set funds for children and teenagers.

Covid-19 accelerates demand for RegTech solutions in Asia, report finds

A report by Enterprise Ireland has found the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic has sped-up the demand for the adoption of RegTech solutions in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.

Tech-for-good VC Bethnal Green Ventures acquired by pension asset manager Connected

The UK's Bethnal Green Ventures has been bought by socially conscious asset manager Connected Asset Management in a deal that will allow tech for good startups to tap into the financial heft of pension funds.

Allianz underlines potential opportunities and disruptions for insurance sector

In a recent fireside chat, Quantexa CEO Vishal Marria spoke with Allianz Technology CFO Andrea Pettinelli to discuss where Allianz sees growth opportunities in the insurance space alongside potential disruptions caused by big market players entering the sector.

Is there a need for globally mandated ESG reporting requirement?

As dangers associated with climate change continue to become more inescapable in the lives of companies and individuals alike, the importance and need for ESG – Environmental, Social and Governance – in the financial sector is growing stronger. Is it time for globally mandated ESG reporting in the financial sector?

Finastra survey finds financial industry see bright future for BaaS

A survey by FinTech giant Finastra has found banking-as-a-service (BaaS) is set to make a substantial impact on financial services over the next 12 months.

EBA report examines operating model for digital and open banking readiness

The Euro Banking Association’s (EBA) Open Banking Working Group has published a report that explores an operating model for banks on their way to digital readiness.

As Covid-19 lockdown restrictions ease, should FinTechs follow Deloitte’s remote working model?

As the Covid-19 vaccine is being rolled out across the globe, FinTech companies are torn between continuing the remote work strategy and switching back to the traditional form of working. But analysts opine the sector will evolve to a hybrid model.

Honeywell report finds external malware is rising challenge for industrial firms

Honeywell has found the number of cyber threats that use USB sticks and other external media devices as a launch point has doubled during 2021.

Mox, Mastercard team to launch new tool to simplify card payment process

Hong Kong virtual bank Mox has partnered with Mastercard to introduce a new tool that allows Mox users to flip between spending on an all-in-one debit and credit card.

News Stories

Almost $1bn raised across all FinTech funding rounds this week

Up to $998m was raised across all the funding rounds reported on by FinTech Global this week, slightly missing out on hitting $1bn. The biggest...
How Theta Lake is revolutionising compliance search with unified search, discovery, and replay

How Theta Lake is revolutionising compliance search with unified search, discovery, and replay

Responding to governance events such as audits, investigations, and e-discovery has become increasingly complex with the adoption of unified communications and collaboration (UCC) technologies.
Pouch Insurance unleashes multilingual AI tool

Pouch Insurance unleashes multilingual AI tool

Pouch Insurance, leveraging the capabilities of the INSTANDA no-code insurance platform, has introduced a pioneering AI assistant named 'Goodie'.
Athena Secures AU$25m Series B to transform home ownership in Australia

Athena Secures AU$25m Series B to transform home ownership in Australia

Athena, a fintech company, has successfully secured AU$25m in a Series B funding round.
Lendistry secures $5m from City National Bank to empower underserved California entrepreneurs

Lendistry secures $5m from City National Bank to empower underserved California entrepreneurs

City National Bank, a major financial institution, has announced a strategic $5m impact investment in Lendistry, a minority-led fintech firm.

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