Tag: Japan

Japan cracks down on social media scams with enhanced ad screening...

The Japanese government, led by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, has resolved to combat the escalating issue of fraudulent advertisements on social media.

Mizuho and Lombard Odier strengthen collaboration with sustainability alliance

Mizuho Financial Group and Lombard Odier have embarked on a new journey with their sustainability alliance.

Niro’s expansion fuelled by $4.3m investment from Marui Group and others

Niro, a Bengaluru-based FinTech startup, has raised $4.3m in a pre-Series B funding round, with contributions from the notable Japanese retailer, the Marui Group, among other existing backers.

B2B SaaS cyber security innovator CHEQUER accelerates with $24.82m investment

CHEQUER, a frontrunner in the B2B SaaS cyber security platform sector, has recently announced the closure of a significant investment round.

Almost 9 in 10 investment firms are seeing performance gains from...

ThoughtLab conducted a comprehensive survey in September / October 2023 of 250 investment providers. These include broker-dealer/wire-houses, private banks, online trading platforms, wealth management...

KONA I and IDEX Biometrics launch revolutionary biometric smart cards in...

KONA I, a leader in smart card and technology platforms, has teamed up with IDEX Biometrics to bring a biometric smart card to Japan.  The...

Quantifind’s 2024 product enhancements unveiled

As 2024 unfolds, Quantifind is marking the year with a series of substantial product enhancements, underscoring its enduring pledge to provide top-tier experiences to its clientele.

Japan’s Yoii secures $5.5M Series A led by Emellience Partners

Yoii Inc., a Tokyo-based FinTech company, has recently concluded its Series A funding round, securing approximately $5.5m.  

Japan’s PM endorses new era of sustainable investing

Fumio Kishida has announced a plan aimed at diverting a significant portion of Japan savings towards sustainable investment vehicles.

Tokyo-based Mizuho commits to low carbon transition with €750m green bond

Tokyo's renowned banking and financial services institution, Mizuho, has recently publicised its release of a €750m ($820m) green bond.

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