Expanding globally brings opportunities for businesses to reach new markets and increase their revenue. Nevertheless, there are some cross-border challenges along the way businesses need to overcome to thrive in the e-commerce arena. One of them is online payments.

Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc., a global Fintech leader, announced that Hope Jarkowski has been appointed Chief Legal Officer, effective May 6, 2024. Jarkowski succeeds Keir Gumbs, who served as Chief Legal Officer until November 2023.

Pactio, the next-generation digital infrastructure for private markets, has successfully raised $14 million (£11 million) in a Series A round led by EQT Ventures.

Sayata, a leader in innovative insurance solutions for SMB risk, announces the launch of the Sayata Risk Engine: an AI-powered platform that transforms how insurance carriers and MGAs assess and underwrite risk.

The Sayata Risk Engine uses sophisticated AI to flag specific high-risk accounts that are expected to drive up loss ratios. Insurers can now confidently broaden their risk appetite to grow premiums rapidly while weeding out riskier accounts from their portfolio.

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech company offering identity verification technology and fraud prevention tools, announced a new partnership with TianziPay, an Australian cross-border financial service provider. This collaboration aims to enhance the security and efficiency of international transactions while ensuring seamless financial services for TanziPay’s global audience.

Genesis Global launched a new solution to automate bank processes for offsetting credit risk in lending and financing businesses.

finova, the UK’s largest cloud-based mortgage and savings software provider, has today announced the launch of its new retention portal, the latest addition to the company’s suite of servicing products for lenders.

Bloomberg today announced that Brightwell, the end-to-end service provider for defined benefit pension schemes and primary service provider to the BT Pension Scheme, has selected EMSX, a leading multi-asset execution management solution to enhance its investment workflow for futures and options trading.

Adyen, a global financial technology company, and UNICEF, announced today the launch of a global partnership, in pursuit of a shared, innovative vision to shape brighter futures for children worldwide. 

Rooted in a commitment to advance the Sustainable Development Goals, the partnership utilizes Ayden’s leading financial technology to provide a seamless way to generate funds at scale and accelerate progress for children everywhere. 

N26, Europe’s leading digital bank, today announced the launch of Joint Accounts in 21 new markets. Joint Accounts allow N26 customers to manage both their personal finances as well as finances shared with a partner – all in the N26 app, and at no extra cost. This reduces complexity and makes it easier than ever to budget, track expenses, and achieve financial goals together.