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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.

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.

Incorta scores $120m in its Series D to meet rising demand for its services

Unified data analytics platform Incorta has scored $120m in its Series D funding round, which

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.

Hong Kong could introduce mandatory climate disclosures as early as 2022, HKMA claims

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is apparently planning to speed up proposals to require financial organisations to disclose their climate change-related financial risks.

BBVA executive raises digital euro concerns, questions customer demand

An executive from Spanish bank BBVA has highlighted concerns about a potential digital euro and questioned what customer demand it would meet.

German FinTechs merge to create business-to-consumer savings juggernaut

German FinTechs Raisin and Deposit Solutions have merged in a move that will see the creation of Raising DS – a new market-leading B2C savings company.

News Stories

CIBC backs Sayari with $40m to boost global commercial risk intelligence operations

CIBC backs Sayari with $40m to boost global commercial risk intelligence operations

Sayari, a counterparty and supply chain risk intelligence platform, has been granted an undrawn $40m revolving credit facility by CIBC Innovation Banking.
Key Carbon secures funding from Marex to bolster clean energy initiatives in Africa

Key Carbon secures funding from Marex to bolster clean energy initiatives in Africa

Key Carbon, a permanent capital vehicle dedicated to building a diverse portfolio of high-integrity carbon credit streams and royalties, has announced a strategic partnership with Marex Group.
The rising value of SDG-linked carbon credits in market pricing

The rising value of SDG-linked carbon credits in market pricing

New findings from BeZero Carbon, a leading global carbon ratings agency, underscore a burgeoning trend in the carbon market: credits linked to the United...
Wealth managers struggle to meet clients’ technology expectations

Wealth managers struggle to meet clients’ technology expectations

Investors are increasingly likely to move away from wealth managers who fail to implement modern technological solutions.
Klarna’s buy now pay later lands on Adyen’s payment terminals globally

Klarna’s buy now pay later lands on Adyen’s payment terminals globally

Klarna, the AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, has partnered with Adyen to launch flexible payment methods on physical payment terminals across Europe,...

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