Sector Updates

The UK’s FCA launches new review of unsecured credit market

The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a review of the future regulation of the unsecured credit market, which could see crackdown on companies
FinTech leader Sygnum raises $40m, fortifying its position in digital asset banking

FinTech leader Sygnum raises $40m, fortifying its position in digital asset banking

Global digital asset banking group, Sygnum, has secured over $40m in what is termed the Strategic Growth Round.
The Tipping Point How Digital Capacity Impacts Insurance Loyalty

The Tipping Point: How Digital Capacity Impacts Insurance Loyalty

In today's insurance landscape, customers eagerly anticipate all services to be available digitally without delay. Gone are the days when tedious paper-based protocols were...

What is the difference between advanced and qualified electronic signature?

 As more firms digitise their operations, it is likely more confidential documents will need to be signed digitally. There are three types of e-signatures, but what ones are the highest security?

EU warns that 5G will bring more cybersecurity risks

A new report from the EU warns that the roll-out of the next generation of mobile networks will come with a slew of risks.

Plum bags $15.6m from Tiger Global to build insurance products for SMEs

Bengaluru-based digital insurance startup Plum raised $15.6m in its Series A funding round led by Tiger Global.

Dosh raises $40m in its Series B led by Goodwater, Western Technology

Dosh, a cashback platform for consumers, has received $40m in its Series B round which was led by Goodwater Capital and Western Technology Investment (WTI).

Saudi Arabia-based SIFI scores pre-seed funding

SIFI, a Saudi Arabia-based FinTech company, has closed its pre-seed round on an undisclosed amount.
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Tokio Marine and Asian VC Arbor Ventures to boost insurance innovation

Tokio Marine Asia has partnered with Singapore-based venture capital firm Arbor Ventures to accelerate innovation in the insurance industry.

Accounting platform FreshBooks raises $43m Series B

Accounting software provider FreshBooks has raised $43m for its Series B funding round led by Georgian Partners.

News Stories

Boosting identity-based security, Elisity raises $37m from Insight Partners

Boosting identity-based security, Elisity raises $37m from Insight Partners

Elisity, a leading pioneer in identity-based microsegmentation, announced a significant financial boost with a $37m Series B funding round led by global software investor...
Blend Labs secures $150m from Haveli Investments to boost financial service innovations

Blend Labs secures $150m from Haveli Investments to boost financial service innovations

Blend Labs, known for its cloud banking services, and Haveli Investments, a technology-focused private equity firm, have announced a strategic partnership marked by a significant $150m investment in Blend by Haveli.
Corelight bags $150m in Series E funding to boost AI security innovations

Corelight bags $150m in Series E funding to boost AI security innovations

Corelight, a prominent player in open network detection and response (NDR) headquartered in San Francisco, recently secured a substantial $150m in Series E funding.
Backflip secures $15m in Series A to redefine real estate FinTech

Backflip secures $15m in Series A to redefine real estate FinTech

Backflip, an all-encompassing real estate and financial technology platform, has closed a $15m Series A funding round, spearheaded by FirstMark Capital, known for their early investment in other category-defining platforms like Airbnb, Shopify, and Pinterest.
Navigating corporate reporting: How CSRD is changing the game

Majority of companies not subject to CSRD still plan to align with its requirements

The majority (81%) of companies not subject to the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) intend to partially or fully align their sustainability...

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