Data is the lifeblood of businesses all over the world, from the smallest startup to the largest enterprise. Making sure that it’s available when you need it, secured for authorized use, and recoverable from faults is vital to operating data platforms, no matter where your business is on its cloud journey. This can only be achieved by putting the right data into the hands of the right people, in a timely way, to make the right decisions about how to manage that platform effectively.

MongoDB, Inc. today announced the launch of MongoDB AMP, an AI-powered Application Modernization Platform that helps enterprises quickly transform legacy applications into modern, scalable services. MongoDB AMP helps customers modernize through the fusion of an AI-powered software platform, a proven delivery framework, and experienced AMP delivery engineers who oversee and guide the implementation process—a powerful combination of tools, techniques, and talent.

The rules mean that before banks and building societies change cash services, such as closing a branch or ATM, they must assess the impact. If significant gaps in cash access are found, they must plug them.  

Monmouth is the 121st banking hub to open in 12 months. A further 93 cash deposit services – such as ATMs and Post Office counters - have also been set up. 20 of the banking hubs were established following requests from local communities for their cash provision to be assessed. 

Qover, a leading insurtech company driven by a vision of creating a global safety net through insurance, and Swiss insurer Helvetia announce an in-depth collaboration that strengthens their partnership and expands their joint capabilities across multiple insurance product lines and markets. 

Today, PayNearMe, a leading fintech transforming the payment experience for non-commerce businesses and their customers, announced a $50 million Series E investment from AVP (Atlantic Vantage Point) through its Growth Fund I. The investment will accelerate PayNearMe's expansion into new markets and fuel ongoing investment in products that simplify the end-to-end payment experience for its clients.

AI-startup Eagl has raised €825,000 in funding to expand its engineering team, scale across Europe, and accelerate development of its AI-native financial agentic platform. The platform plugs into ERP and accounting systems, automating accounting and controlling workflows, continuously monitoring data quality, and resolving anomalies with business context.

dLocal, the leading cross-border payment platform connecting global merchants to emerging markets, announced its partnership with Bolt, the leading European shared mobility platform, to expand ridesharing across emerging markets with cost-efficient and reliable local payment solutions.

ClearCourse, a provider of industry-specific software and embedded payment solutions for SMEs and targeted enterprises, today announces the appointment of Simon Black, current Non-Executive Director, as Chair of the Board.   

Finova, the UK’s largest cloud-based mortgage and savings software provider, has today announced the launch of its new pre-configured specialist buy-to-let (BTL) origination solution for lenders.