Cybercrime is rife in Latin America but is often overlooked study finds
Drug cartels, political corruption, economic struggles and internet censorship are all factors that have contributed to making Latin America a hotbed for cybercrime, according to a new report.
The EBA issues new guidelines for resolvability
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has given institutions and authorities a 2024 deadline for new resolvability guidelines.
Worldr bags seed round to boost compliance in communications platforms
Worldr, a zero-trust architecture for collaboration and communications platforms, has bagged $11m for its seed round.
Icertis collects $50m Series D round led by Meritech
Contract management company Icertis has collected $50m in its Series D funding round led by Meritech Capital Partners.
How is biometrics changing the onboarding process?
The use of biometrics is everywhere. From buying a coffee to opening a bank account, there are more ways than ever to encounter the technology.
The EU may set up a new anti-money laundering authority
Several huge money laundering scandals have swept across Europe over the past year. Now, the European Commission may get the power to set up...
The critical role of risk assessment in preventing financial crime
With the industry's focus on rapid growth and market domination, the critical role of risk assessment in preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illegal activities is frequently sidelined. This negligence can lead to severe consequences, including regulatory fines and reputational damage, ultimately impeding a company's ability to compete.
US House of Representatives approves cannabis banking bill
The US House of Representatives passed a much-awaited SAFE bill aimed at easing financial restrictions placed on the cannabis industry.
Futurae reels in CHF2m to expand its authentication suite
Swiss-based cybersecurity startup Futurae Technologies has raised CHF2m ($2.07m) in its latest round of funding.
Ardian Growth, MCH Private Equity team up to buy RegTech company Logalty
Private investment firms Ardian Growth and MCH Private Equity have teamed up to acquire Logalty, an electronic signature company.