Identification/Background checks

US infrastructure bill to allocate almost $2bn for cybersecurity

The US infrastructure bill signed into law by President Biden yesterday will provide close to $2bn for cybersecurity and related provisions.

Due diligence service Intelligo scores $22m investment from its customer

Intelligo, an AI-powered background risk intelligence platform for investment due diligence, has collected $22m in growth funding.

How can financial institutions build successful cybercrime defences?

A recent blogpost by OneSpan has underlined what it sees as four key pillars for financial institutions that are looking to build successful defences against cybercrime.

How cybercrime is becoming the next big challenge for Europe

A recent report by TechRobot has scrutinised the real-world and cyber-world crime rates of the 36 OECD countries and examined how well-informed citizens are on the topic.

ACI Worldwide looks to fight real-time payments fraud with new tech launch

Payment solution provider ACI Worldwide has launched a new technology solution to combat the growth of real-time payments fraud in the payments market.

Vice President Harris underlines US backing to Paris cyber initiative

Vice President Kamala Harris has announced the US’ support for the Paris Call for Trust and Security in Cyberspace, a global initiative aimed at bolstering global cybersecurity.

McAfee to be acquired by private equity firms in huge $14bn deal

Cybersecurity giant McAfee is to become a private company again after it agreed to be acquired by a group of private equity firms in a $14bn agreement.

Cyber firm SafeBreach scores $53.5m Series D to push forward expansion

Breach and attack simulation (BAS) platform SafeBreach has raised $53.5m from a Series D round led by Sonae IM and Israel Growth Partners.

Socure valued at $4.5bn, levels up in its identity verification mission

Socure, provider of digital identity verification and fraud solutions, has been valued at $4.5bn following an oversubscribed $450m funding round.

Laika bags $35m from J.P Morgan-led Series B

Compliance-as-a-service platform Laika has raised $35m from a Series B funding round to expand its automation footprint.

News Stories

Legal & General partners with Moneyhub for innovative pensions dashboard

Legal & General (L&G) has teamed up with Moneyhub, a leader in FinTech and Open Finance technology. This collaboration aims to enhance how individuals plan...
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.

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