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Divido Kicks Off 2023 by Snagging Edoardo Volta as CRO

UK-based checkout finance platform provider Divido today announces it has appointed Edoardo “Edo” Volta as Chief Revenue Officer.

·       Experienced business leader Edo will spearhead Divido’s ambitious growth plans 

·       Brings more than 20 years of experience in the payment sector with previous roles at Amex, Visa and Mastercard 

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 14:32
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UK Businesses Battle Checkout Abandonment - with a Third Planning to Invest in New Payment Infrastructure

In the wake of current macroeconomic conditions, bringing in revenue has never been more important. And yet, struggling businesses may be letting money slip right through their fingers -- at the point of sale, to be exact. To address this, one-third (34%) of financial decision makers at UK businesses plan to invest in their payments infrastructure over the next two years.

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 14:26
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Financial IT
PwC Selects Doorda to Enhance Data Analytics Capabilities

PwC’s UK Deals Insights and Analytics team have chosen Doorda Data Products to augment their analytics capabilities.

Data analytics are at the heart of the PwC business, and the Deals Insights and Analytics team is increasingly incorporating external data sources into its analysis on behalf of its private equity, hedge fund and corporate clients. The team has now selected to incorporate data curated by Doorda to increase productivity, answer new business questions and accelerate time to insight.

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 07:54
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Reuters Events: The Future of Insurance USA 2023 Returns to Chicago with Unprecedented Speaker Line-up

The Future of Insurance USA 2023 will return to Chicago on June 27-28 with a brand-new triple-track structure and unprecedented senior speaker faculty, Reuters Events announced today. 

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 07:39
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mPokket Turns 7, Empowering and Extending Credit to the Underserved Youth of India

Launched in 2016, India’s youngest and fastest-growing lending platform, completes its 7 years of operation. Since its inception, within a very short period of time, the lending platform has disbursed loans amounting to INR 7000 crore to date. The company disbursed INR 3500 crore in 2022 and plans to double its originations in 2023. The business has maintained a steep growth trajectory while remaining entirely committed to its purpose of empowering India's youth.

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 07:34
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Built In Honours Fusion Risk Management in Its Esteemed 2023 Best Places to Work Awards

Built In today announced that Fusion Risk Management was honoured in its 2023 Best Places to Work Awards. Specifically, Fusion Risk Management earned a place on the Best Midsize Places to Work in Chicago list. The annual awards program includes companies of all sizes, from startups to those in the enterprise, and honours both remote-first employers as well as companies in large tech markets across the U.S.

Monday, January 16, 2023 - 15:30
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Credit Where It’s Needed: 13 Million Brits Rely On Credit Cards To Pay For Everyday Essentials

As credit card borrowing soared to £1.2 billion in November, the highest levels since 20041, new research from Forbes Advisor reveals one in four (25%) consumers - the equivalent of 13 million Brits - are relying on credit to fund everyday costs such as lunch and transport.

Almost three in 10 (29%) Brits are using it to feed themselves and their families.

Monday, January 16, 2023 - 15:23
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Travelex Customers in the UK and Australia Can Now Search for Flights, Stays and Rental Cars Through the Relaunched Travelex Money App

Travelex, a market-leading foreign exchange brand, has partnered with KAYAK, the world’s leading travel search engine, to make travel planning easier. Through the partnership, Travelex customers can now search for flights, stays and rental cars within the refreshed Travelex Money app, enabling them to plan their trip and manage their funds for it, all in one place.

Monday, January 16, 2023 - 15:12
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Four Payment Industry Trends for 2023

The payments industry was once dominated by a few big players, but now has an almost constant influx of fintechs entering the market, each bringing disruptive thinking and new tech to the sector. 

Monday, January 16, 2023 - 15:04
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Singapore VC Blockchain Founders Raises $75M for New Fund

Blockchain Founders Fund, announced the principal close of BFF II. The $75m fund saw participation from notable investors from across the blockchain and crypto industry as well as many reputable family offices from around the world.

Monday, January 16, 2023 - 14:55
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