blip, a leading provider of small business insurance, has introduced its Professional Indemnity Insurance, further expanding its range of specialised coverage for entrepreneurs and professionals. The company launched its Professional Indemnity Insurance to address the growing risks faced by consultants, freelancers, and advisors, according to FF News. With increasing demand for tailored, flexible protection, this product aims to empower small business...

Federato, an InsurTech startup specialising in AI-driven underwriting solutions, has announced the close of a $40m Series C funding round. The round was led by StepStone Group, with continued support from existing investors Emergence Capital, Caffeinated Capital, and Pear VC, according to InsurTech Insights. This latest injection of funds brings Federato’s total raised since its 2020 founding to $80m, and the...

KPMG UK, a global professional services network, has partnered with FinTech Scotland, the cluster management organisation for FinTech in Scotland. The collaboration aims to foster innovation, accelerate growth, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies within the Scottish FinTech ecosystem. The partnership underscores KPMG UK’s commitment to enhancing Scotland’s position as a leading FinTech cluster. By bringing its global expertise in financial...

Telr, an award-winning online payment gateway, has announced it is set to integrate Samsung Pay into its suite of payment solutions. The collaboration is set to enhance mobile payment adoption in the UAE, offering merchants and customers a seamless, secure, and efficient transaction experience on Samsung devices, according to FF News. The partnership aims to advance the UAE’s e-commerce landscape by...

HSBC, one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations, has introduced a new platform which aims to simplify payments for businesses with ambitions to grow internationally. This platform, known as Smart Transact, is driven by HSBC’s mission to support businesses seeking streamlined payment solutions, according to Finextra. By addressing the complexities of domestic and cross-border transactions, the bank aims...

The ASEAN-Interconnected Sustainability Ecosystem (ASEAN-ISE) is making significant progress towards establishing a unified ASEAN sustainability ecosystem with the development of a centralised ESG Data Infrastructure. This initiative, highlighted during a recent workshop in Kuala Lumpur, aims to standardise the collection, analysis, and reporting of ESG data across the region, fostering sustainable investment practices. Representatives from prominent ASEAN Exchanges, including Bursa...

Munich-based Predium, a leading Proptech company, has successfully secured €13m in a Series A funding round. According to Tech EU, this round was spearheaded by Norrsken VC, a prominent impact investor, with additional contributions from UVC Partners, b2venture, and Mutschler Ventures. Predium is known for its innovative platform that streamlines compliance for real estate and financial companies. Among its notable clients...

Sanctions are essential mechanisms employed by countries and international bodies to support national security, uphold human rights, and combat illegal activities such as terrorism, drug trafficking, and international crimes.

Bank payment specialist GoCardless has announced a collaboration with Total Grassroots and sportswear brand Kelme to simplify payments for grassroots football clubs while providing teams with new kits.

Reem Finance has partnered with Temenos to establish a new digital community bank in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).