Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last year, we have seen a huge rise in the number and velocity of Russian sanctions, which as a result has also brought an increased regulatory focus on ‘Know Your Business’ (KYB) practices.

Following a marathon of pitches, 41 startups from 13 countries, including Germany, Austria, Singapore, USA, UK, Sweden, Denmark, Portugal, Israel, Spain, and Estonia were selected for the 8th Kickstart Innovation program. Over 170 experts participated as jurors to select these startups out of 1000 applications coming from more than 60 countries in just six weeks..

In today's competitive business world, organizations must be able to navigate professional interactions with grace and professionalism. Business etiquette and professionalism play a crucial role in shaping one's reputation, building solid relationships, and achieving success in the workplace. This article will explore the significance of business etiquette and professionalism, focusing on the role of a leadership development program in developing these essential qualities.

GoLogiq, Inc., a U.S.-based global provider of fintech and consumer data analytics, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Symplefy, a provider of innovative payroll and end-to-end human resource (HR) management solutions based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

The influence of technology and current market pressures are growing within the accounting industry, meaning firms need to explore the possibilities of digitisation to remain competitive and meet the ever-increasing needs of clients.

Aevi, a leading provider of innovative payment solutions, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with technology provider Bleu, bringing the convenience of tap-to-pay functionality to merchants across North America and Europe. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the way customers make payments on both iPhone and Android devices. 

When was the last time you stepped into a physical bank branch? Chances are it was a while ago. Technology has brought banking to our fingertips and changed the way banking functions. Today, you don’t even need to engage with a traditional bank if you don’t want to. Fintechs and technology giants now offer several innovative and easy financial solutions delivered anywhere, any time. But can any business operate in a wholly impersonal manner? Can a bank really build trust and loyalty with a completely digitised experience only?

iDenfy, a global RegTech company providing ID verification and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance solutions, partnered with CheckYa, a California-based financial platform dedicated to empowering creators and freelancers by offering automated invoice management and payment transfer services. iDenfy will provide identity verification services and built-in AML checks for the entrepreneur-oriented platform. 

As the financial industry continues to digitise and expand its global reach, economic crime has become increasingly sophisticated, presenting new challenges for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) professionals.     

In the dynamic world of financial technology, tales of unwavering determination, resilience, and groundbreaking innovation often captivate us, and Gala Technology's journey embodies just that. Over seven years of persistent perseverance, this visionary company, led by tenacious entrepreneur Jason Mace, has achieved remarkable success after enduring three years of intense investment, research, and development, and four years of trading.