b-next, a specialist provider of capital markets compliance solutions, today announced a global partnership with 

ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), a global provider of real-time electronic and eCommerce payment and banking solutions, announced today it will partner with Verifone (NYSE: PAY), a global provider of payments and commerce solutions, to deliver a comprehensive pan-European card payments platform for Auchan Group, one of Europe’s largest food retailers.

Basware, the global leader in providing networked purchase-to-pay solutions, e-invoicing and innovative financing services, and WEX Inc., a leading provider of corporate payment solutions, today announced that they have entered into an international agreement to deliver a new B2B invoice payment solution.

Onyx Group has appointed Andrew Bevan to the position of Director of Client Solutions. This is, for Onyx, another key next step in the company’s ambitious growth strategy for 2016.

As part of his new role, Andrew will oversee the design and implementation of new customer solutions and services. He will also contribute to the development and introduction of new propositions, enabling Onyx to remain at the forefront of innovation within the IT managed services sector.

Esprow Pte. Ltd., one of the leading providers of enterprise testing technology for the financial markets, continues its expansion with the opening of a new Japanese office.

EPAM Systems takes leading role in supporting the Swiss FinTech ecosystem as the first corporate sponsor of the Swiss Finance + Technology AssociationEPAM Systems has signed a sponsorship deal with Swiss Finance + Technology Association, the center of gravity in the local ecosystem, as part of its commitment to build its relationship with the FinTech community and champion Switzerland as a leading global hub for FinTech innovation.

Bank Pocztowy S.A. has opted to use Wolters Kluwer 's risk management software solution.

Belize-based mobile operator Smart Telecom today announced that it has selected FTS’ convergent billing solution to offer more innovative and affordable services to its customers. The implementation of FTS’ billing software will provide Smart with greater opportunities for revenue growth as it evolves to 4G LTE technology.

Thames Card Technology Ltd, one of the UK’s largest manufacturers of secure and non-secure plastic cards, has signed a new contract with Mondo, a start-up ‘mobile first’ bank aiming to tap into customers’ increasing use of digital technology.

Nominations are open for the AbilityNet Tech4Good Awards 2016 - an annual showcase for the amazing people who use digital technology to make the world a better place. Entry is free and open to any business, charity, individual or public body with a base in the UK. Winners will be announced at a glittering ceremony hosted by BT in July.