Identification/Background checks

New XDR firm launches from McAfee Enterprise and FireEye merger

Trellix, an extended detection and response (XDR) solutions provider, has been officially launched as a result of the merger of McAfee Enterprise and FireEye.

Polar Security ices $8.5m seed funding following stealth period

Israeli cloud security firm Polar Security has bagged $8.5m from a seed funding round following a period of stealth by the company.

Jumio acquires data marketplace 4Stop

Jumio, which develops AI-powered identity verification solutions, has completed the acquisition of data marketplace 4Stop.

Permiso Security nails down $10m seed to scale team and footprint

Cloud identity detection and response firm Permiso.io has secured $10m from a seed funding round led by Point72 Ventures.

FBI unveils plan to shift cybercrime approach away from arrest-first

The FBI has revealed it is intending to move away from its indictment and arrest-first model to a cost-imposing and incident response model.

Blockchain security firm Redefine claims $11m seed

Israeli blockchain security startup Redefine has scored $11m in seed funding capital.

North Korean cybercriminals stole almost $400m worth of digital assets in 2021

Research by Chainalysis has found North Korean cybercriminals stole close to $400m worth of digital assets across at least seven cyberattacks last year.

Cyber InsurTech Stoïk bags €3.8m to push forward development

French firm Stoïk has raised €3.8m from a new funding round to help the company with its development efforts.

How cyberattacks in 2021 broke new records

Research by Check Point Software has identified that weekly cyber-attacks reached an all-time new high in 2021 with 50% more attacks recorded than the previous year.

Cloud data security firm Eureka emerges from stealth with $8m seed

Israel-based cloud data security startup Eureka has arisen from stealth with $8m in seed funding and a cloud data security posture management platform.

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tax

Addressing the challenges of intermediary structures in tax operations

Managing intermediary structures within tax operations has long been a complex task. These structures typically feature multiple layers of ownership and a variety of...
In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.

8 key strategies for customer acquisition in banking

In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.
AI

How will the EU’s AI Act impact the financial market?

The Artificial Intelligence Act officially came into force on 1 August 2024. The Act, one of the first of its kind, establishes a common regulatory and legal framework for AI within the European Union. How will it impact the financial sector?
New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

Tower partners with HealthCarePlus to provide exclusive insurance products to union members

New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.
Experian, a global leader in data and technology, has introduced a new feature in its Insurance Marketplace.

Experian launches new Ongoing Rate Monitoring feature for auto insurance savings

Experian, a global leader in data and technology, has introduced a new feature in its Insurance Marketplace.

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