Israeli cybersecurity firm Upwind, known for its advanced cloud infrastructure security solutions, has attracted significant investor interest in its upcoming funding round.

Wealth management firms risk losing billions through advisor attrition and yet most firms are not doing enough to prevent it, according to Juan Cruz Garzón, COO and co-founder of Fligoo.  

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how businesses approach customer engagement, with customer experience (CX) standing at the forefront of this revolution. Once viewed primarily as cost centres, contact centres are now becoming innovation hubs where AI helps to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and boost both customer and employee satisfaction.

As sustainability reporting becomes more demanding, companies face significant challenges in gathering, organising, and producing reports.

Sapiens International Corporation, a global provider of software solutions for the insurance industry, has announced the successful deployment of its DataSuite solution by a Tier 1 insurer in Africa. The partnership focuses on enabling the insurer to migrate its data platform to the cloud, a crucial step in its digital transformation strategy. This migration aims to consolidate data, enhance productivity, and...

AXA Switzerland has announced a partnership with additiv to launch a new bancassurance solution which will enable banks to directly protect their mortgage customers against key risks with a simple plug-and-play solution. The offering was developed by additiv and is aimed at offering banks a streamlined way to help mortgage customers access key insurance protections. This partnership aims to meet the...

With anti-money laundering (AML) regulations now a critical priority for businesses engaged in financial transactions, companies face mounting challenges to remain compliant. One essential measure for ensuring AML compliance is watchlist screening, a practice that identifies potential risks by checking individuals and entities against global watchlists for suspicious activities. Without effective screening practices, businesses can be exposed to regulatory fines,...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of 21st-century finance, traditional banking models are no longer enough to stay competitive. Driven by the push towards digital innovation, financial institutions globally are rethinking their core operations. Key initiatives, such as Open Platforms, are encouraging banks to embrace digital transformation, bringing substantial changes in service delivery, operational efficiency, and customer engagement. So, what...

iwoca, one of Europe’s largest lenders focused on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), has secured a fresh debt funding package of £200m from financial giants Citi and Waterfall Asset Management. The funding comes as iwoca aims to expand its support for medium-sized businesses, doubling its maximum loan offering to £1m, according to FF News. The recent £200m debt financing round is...

Alkami Technology, Inc. has partnered with Kemba Credit Union to modernise the firm's digital banking offerings. The partnership aims to provide members with user-friendly self-service tools, personalised interactions, and a higher standard of security through Alkami’s advanced fraud detection capabilities, according to FF News. This strategic collaboration seeks to elevate member engagement, broaden service offerings, and enhance customer loyalty within Kemba...