ESMA releases final MiFID II and MIFIR market data obligations report
The European Securities and Market Authority (ESMA) has published its final report on MiFID II and MiFIR obligations concerning market data.
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.
Personio raises $40m in Index Ventures led Series B round
German digital HR platform Personio has raised $40m in a Series B round led by Index Ventures. Existing investors Northzone and Global Founders Capital also joined the...
Research provides guide for financial services industry in reducing gambling harm
UK charity GambleAware has published a guide to help companies in the financial services market reduce gambling-related harm to customers.
Quantexa outline tips for data monetization through decision intelligence
Data and analytics software company Quantexa has published a white paper on how to monetize data through decision intelligence (DI) aimed at insurance executives.
Direct Line’s CTO reveals the evolution of insurance
The InsurTech industry might evolve to become more personalised to the individual consumer post-pandemic, according to Direct Line CTO Sarah Greasley.
What are the money laundering and fraud concerns around electronic funds transfers?
As more and more people rely on cashless systems to move money around, there is a pressing need to understand how electronic funds transfers (EFTs) – specifically – wire transfers and automated clearing house (ACH) transfers – could be at risk from financial crime.
Briq reportedly nets $10m in its Series A led by Blackhorn
Briq, which offers financial forecasting for the construction industry, has reportedly netted $10m in its Series A round.
InnoTree picks up $15m for Chinese investment data service
Investment data and research startup InnoTree has raised $15m in a Series B round led by Guangdong Poly Asset Management.
HKMA launches strategy for bolstering Hong Kong FinTech market
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has unveiled a new strategy for driving FinTech development in Hong Kong.