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The FCA wants businesses to hold off publishing their financial statements because of the...

Many financial services firms have been gearing up to publish their financial statements. But now the UK’s financial markets watchdog tells them to wait for at least two weeks.

European Central Bank warns that cryptocurrencies like Libra could pose a major risk for...

It seems as if the Libra Association has ramped up its efforts to get Libra off the launchpad. However, now the European Central Bank has published a research paper warning that stablecoins like Libra could badly impact the markets.

Jack Ma’s Ant Financial Services is changing its name in an apparent bid to...

Chinese regulators have given Ant Financial Services permission to change its name to Ant Technology Group, according to the Wall Street Journal.

MAS, NRF and NUS launch research institute to bolster the digitalisation of the Asian...

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF) is a new initiative from three Singaporean authorities to speed up the development of digital financial services in Asia.

LuxTrust taps Cryptomathic for its e-signature services

E-signature RegTech Cryptomathic has inked a deal to supply its services to LuxTrust, the electronic identity company representing over 95% of Luxembourg’s active population.

US regulators attempt to make it easier for banks to tackle risk

Major US financial markets watchdogs have issued a joint fact sheet to make it easier for banks to tackle risks when it comes to charities and non-profit organisations.

More than half of UK firms believe Covid-19 would hurt their business – FCA...

Almost 4,000 regulated firms in the UK were at risk of failing in October and 59% of companies believe Covid-19 will have an adverse effect on their business, according to research from a City watchdog.

MAS eases concerns about transactions from Myanmar

Singapore's top financial watchdog has responded to concerns following the military coup in Myanmar.
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Aspect Ventures raises $181m for second early-stage fund

Aspect Ventures has closed its second early stage fund on $181m, above the top end of its target range.

Merrill Lynch fined $300,000 for failing to promptly produce audit trail data

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued a $300,000 fine against Merrill Lynch, a registered futures commission merchant, for failing to promptly produce records and ensure staff comply with regulations.

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Another strong week for FinTechs with 26 deals recorded

FinTech Global reported on another powerful week in the FinTech sector, with a total of $783m raised across 26 deals.   This top performing deal...
FutureMoney launches micro-investing app to help families secure financial future

FutureMoney launches micro-investing app to help families secure financial future

FutureMoney, a FinTech company founded by industry veterans, has launched a new micro-investing platform aimed at helping families build generational wealth.
Camwood and Pentaho team up to enhance data analytics capabilities

Camwood and Pentaho team up to enhance data analytics capabilities

Camwood, a leading IT consultancy specialising in digital evolution through the lens of applications, has partnered with Pentaho, a subsidiary of the Japanese multinational conglomerate Hitachi, to bring its data analytics platform to market via a new managed services offering.
Erste Bank Hungary introduces innovative flight delay insurance with Companjon

Erste Bank Hungary introduces innovative flight delay insurance with Companjon

Erste Bank Hungary has launched Flight Delay Insurance, a new service available to its customers in the George app.
Dwolla partners with Visa to enhance account verification in pay by bank

Dwolla partners with Visa to enhance account verification in pay by bank

Dwolla, a leading U.S.-based account-to-account (A2A) payment solution provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Visa, a world leader in digital payments.

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