ESG FinTech

Why firms should be bolstering their ESG data collection

Why firms should be bolstering their ESG data collection

Financial services have needed to put an increased focus on environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) over recent years and 2024 looks set to only add to this.
Oracle

Oracle introduces cloud EPM solution for eco-friendly business practices

Oracle, a leader in integrated cloud applications and platform services, has unveiled a groundbreaking product at Oracle CloudWorld.
The European Commission has welcomed the adoption of strengthened rules on the use of fluorinated gases (F-gases) and ozone-depleting substances (ODS), as they look to reduce the EU's total greenhouse gas emissions.

European Commission backs ambitious plans to reduce F-gases and ozone depleting substances

The European Commission has welcomed the adoption of strengthened rules on the use of fluorinated gases (F-gases) and ozone-depleting substances (ODS), as they look to reduce the EU's total greenhouse gas emissions.
IFRS

IFRS revolutionises climate reporting with global sustainability standards

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) of the IFRS Foundation its new sustainability and climate disclosure standards.
ESG

Is there a lack of confidence around ESG reporting?

Deloitte has found less than half are confident in the ability of firms’ collection of ESG metrics for regulatory compliance purposes.  
MSCI

Sustainable investing stalwart Hiro Mizuno joins MSCI as special advisor

Investment data and research provider MSCI, has welcomed on board Hiromichi Mizuno, the former CIO of GPIF.
AFM

AFM advocates for revamp of EU’s sustainable investment labels

The AFM has taken a bold step with the release of a thought-provoking position paper, suggesting significant reforms to the EU’s SFDR.
Cogo-Eliq-partner-to-help-banking-customers-with-climate-change

Cogo, Eliq partner to help banking customers with climate change

Carbon footprint management company Cogo has partnered with Eliq to help banks and their customers navigate the challenges faced by climate change and the cost of living and energy crises.
AXA

AXA IM Alts welcomes Laurent Lavergne as global head of sustainability

AXA Group’s alternative investments business, AXA IM Alts, has named Laurent Lavergne as its Global Head of Sustainability.
The European Council has set a course for enhanced transparency in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings, in a bid to promote greater investor confidence in sustainable products. 

European Council outlines plans for enhanced transparency in ESG ratings

The European Council has set a course for enhanced transparency in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings, in a bid to promote greater investor confidence in sustainable products. 

News Stories

AML

Leveraging AI to enhance efficiency in AML sanctions screening

False positives in AML compliance typically occur when a transaction or customer record wrongly flags a potential match with a sanctioned entity.

EU launches new anti-money laundering agency in Frankfurt to bolster financial security

MEPs have approved the establishment of a new EU anti-money laundering agency, which will be based in Frankfurt.

Tackling money laundering: How KYC loopholes are exploited by criminals

KYC protocols serve as the cornerstone of AML efforts, obliging financial institutions to verify their customers’ identities.

FINSIGHT acquires T-REX to revolutionise global private credit analytics

FINSIGHT has acquired T-REX to advance cashflow analytics in the global private credit and structured finance sectors.
Egress

KnowBe4 acquires Egress to enhance AI-driven email security

KnowBe4 has announced its plans to acquire Egress, a prominent figure in adaptive and integrated cloud email security.

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