Tag: banking sector

CreditLogic secures €3.5m to boost European expansion

CreditLogic, the Dublin-headquartered FinTech company specialising in lending-as-a-service, has successfully raised €3.5m to propel its expansion across Europe.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority considers mandatory green rules for banks

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is considering making its green taxonomy framework mandatory for the banking sector

Insights from a data scientist: Implementing AI in financial crime compliance

The financial services industry is undergoing a transformation driven by artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly machine learning (ML). These advancements are significantly enhancing anti-money laundering (AML), counter-financing of terrorism (CFT), and sanctions screening as part of customer lifecycle management (CLM).

NatWest boosts payments innovation with strategic investment in Icon Solutions

NatWest, a major player in the banking sector, has made a strategic minority investment in Icon Solutions, a pioneer in the FinTech industry known for its advanced payments technology and consultancy services.

EBA seeks input on hedge standards for banking sector

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has initiated a public consultation regarding its draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) focused on the criteria for identifying hedging instruments that mitigate residual risk.

Next-gen core banking leader Tuum bags €25m in Series B investment

Tuum, the cutting-edge core banking provider, proudly announces the successful closure of its series B financing round, amassing €25m.

ESAs call for changes to the monitoring of BigTechs’ financial services...

The European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA, and ESMA – the ESAs) have released a comprehensive report, shedding light on the direct provision of financial services by BigTech companies in the EU.

HSBC reportedly enters race to acquire Tesco Bank

HSBC has reportedly entered the race to acquire Tesco Bank, joining other high street lenders like Barclays and Lloyds Banking Group.

Navigating KYC and AML in 2023: Trends and challenges in the...

2023 has brought forward unique challenges and trends in the KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) landscape, as revealed in a survey...

Navigating the KYC maze: How banks are tackling compliance costs in...

In 2022, Fenergo's annual research survey of global investment banks highlighted a labor-intensive environment in Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. These processes were costing banks as much as $35m annually.

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