Sector Updates

WealthTech innovator Prosper clinches over £1m in crowdfunding success

WealthTech innovator Prosper clinches over £1m in crowdfunding success

Prosper, a leading WealthTech platform, has closed its crowdfunding campaign, surpassing its initial targets to secure over £1m.

identitii to launch IPO on Australian Stock Exchange

Digital identity management firm identitii is reportedly planning to become the second blockchain company to list on the Australian Stock Exchange.

Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos back Wagestream

Wagestream, a UK-based startup enabling employees to get their salaries early, has reportedly received backing from Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos.

Starling secures lender accreditation for UK Recovery Loan Scheme

Starling Bank has received accreditation by the British Business Bank to be a lender under the UK government-backed Recovery Loan Scheme (RLS).

Balderton’s new $400m investment fund is set to give European startups a powerboost

The venture capital firm behind some of Europe’s biggest FinTech success stories has just doubled down on its commitment to give promising entrepreneurs a leg up.

Kount reveals new Identity Trust Global Network

AI-powered fraud prevention solution Kount has revealed its Identity Trust Global Network which will help block bad transactions and help organizations provide personalized experiences.

Ashton Kutcher’s VC backs FinTech service provider for self-employed Collective in new round

CA-based all-in-one back-office platform for self-employed people Collective gathered $20m in Series A funding.

Paycor nabs funding from Apax Partners

Paycor, a HR and payroll platform, has secured an undisclosed investment from global private equity firm Apax Partners.

Viva Republica said to raise $173m in new investment round

South Korea-based peer-to-peer money (P2P) transfer platform Viva Republica has reportedly raised $173m in a new funding round.
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EBA pushes for swift incorporation of ESG risks in bank capital mandates

The European Banking Authority (EBA), the primary bank regulator of the EU, has unveiled a fresh new report.

News Stories

Finastra and OpenFin partner to elevate Kondor with cutting-edge workspace technology

Finastra and OpenFin partner to elevate Kondor with cutting-edge workspace technology

Finastra, a global provider of financial software applications and marketplaces, has partnered with OpenFin, a leader in Chromium-based workspace technology for the financial industry.
Tyl by NatWest teams up with FSB to deliver cost-effective payment solutions for SMEs

Tyl by NatWest teams up with FSB to deliver cost-effective payment solutions for SMEs

Tyl by NatWest, a payment solutions provider known for its innovative technology and reliable service, has entered into a new partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), a leading advocate for UK entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Topps Tiles partners with GoCardless to enhance Trade Pay service

Topps Tiles partners with GoCardless to enhance Trade Pay service

Topps Tiles, the UK’s leading tile specialist, has formed a strategic partnership with GoCardless, a prominent bank payments company, to enhance its Trade Pay service. This collaboration marks a significant step in Topps Tiles' efforts to deepen its engagement with the trade market.
SumUp secures record €1.5bn in one of Europe's largest private credit deals

SumUp secures record €1.5bn in one of Europe’s largest private credit deals

SumUp, a leading global FinTech company, recently raised €1.5bn from private credit lenders in a significant funding round led by Goldman Sachs. This transaction marks one of the largest European private credit deals in recent years.
Island's enterprise browser secures $175m in Series D, led by Coatue and Sequoia

Island’s enterprise browser secures $175m in Series D, led by Coatue and Sequoia

Island, the Dallas-based pioneer in enterprise browsers, today announced a significant boost to its financial standing and market position.

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