Velexa and Ajyad Capital unite to revolutionise Shari’ah-compliant investing in the GCC
Velexa, a leading WealthTech company, and Ajyad Capital, a Bahrain-based investment management firm, have entered a strategic partnership to revolutionise investing in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
Sure introduces a unified vision to modernise insurance distribution
Sure unveils a bold vision for the future of insurance, leveraging its innovative technology rails and network to redefine digital insurance distribution for carriers, brands, and consumers.
Nationwide and TrustLayer redefine commercial insurance verification with on-demand digital capabilities
Nationwide, a Fortune 100 financial services and insurance organisation based in Columbus, Ohio, and TrustLayer, an AI-powered risk management platform headquartered in San Francisco, have announced an innovative partnership.
Simply Business collaborates with Coterie Insurance to simplify BOP coverage across the US
Simply Business, the leading digital insurance marketplace for small businesses, has partnered with Coterie Insurance, a tech-driven managing general agent (MGA).
Ageas partners with Saga to enhance insurance offerings for UK over 50s market
Ageas has finalised exclusive negotiations with Saga, a UK-based specialist provider of products and services for individuals aged over 50. This development follows the initial announcement made on 11 October 2024.
How NAV lending is reshaping private equity funding amid regulatory concerns
NAV lending, a financing mechanism that allows private equity funds to borrow against their net asset value (NAV), is gaining attention as an alternative to traditional bank loans.
PICSES
The FCA has unveiled plans for the Private Intermittent Securities and Capital Exchange System (PISCES), an initiative aimed at transforming the private securities marketplace. Slated for launch next year, PISCES promises to open up new avenues for investors to acquire stakes in private companies, enhancing their ability to grow and scale. This initiative addresses the growing trend of companies...
Basis, officially known as Essex Labs Inc., has recently announced a substantial boost in funding. According to Silicon ANGLE, the startup, which specializes in AI-driven software solutions for the accounting sector, has successfully closed its Series A funding round, amassing an impressive $34m. The investment was led by Khosla Ventures, with significant contributions from Better Tomorrow Ventures, BoxGroup, Avid Ventures,...
The top 6 RegTech trends shaping regulatory compliance in 2025
The RegTech sector has gained significant traction in the financial industry over the past few years, with global adoption accelerating. According to market projections, the RegTech market is expected to hit $25.19bn by 2028, driven by financial institutions’ need to navigate mounting regulatory pressures.
compliance
US export restrictions, governed by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), play a critical role in safeguarding national security, advancing foreign policy objectives, and preventing weapons proliferation. These regulations require financial institutions to fortify their compliance frameworks, an initiative that has grown in complexity due to new guidance targeting exports particularly to...

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How investment firms can fix broken due diligence workflows

Investment management due diligence is at a crossroads. While the pressure to modernise has never been greater, a significant number of firms remain anchored...
EXANTE launches Allocator

EXANTE launches Allocator to streamline asset manager workflows

EXANTE has launched Allocator, a new module within its desktop trading platform designed to let asset managers replicate investment strategies across multiple client accounts...
Prometeia: Italian industrial output beats March forecasts

Prometeia: Italian industrial output beats March forecasts

Italian industrial production climbed 0.7% month-on-month in March, beating Prometeia's own forecast of 0.2% growth and building on the modest 0.2% gain recorded in...
KYCP's recycle bin update closes the compliance gap

KYCP’s recycle bin update closes a compliance gap

KYCP has rolled out a significant update to how records are deleted within its system, introducing a recycle bin function that gives compliance teams...
Hawk names Daniel Marshall as chief customer officer

Hawk names Daniel Marshall as chief customer officer

Hawk, a global provider of AI-powered anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud prevention technology, has appointed Daniel Marshall as its new chief customer officer (CCO). Marshall...

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