Freetrade raises £1.1 million on Crowd Fundraising Campaign
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment, IT Innovations
Freetrade, an app-only stockbroker service designed to democratise access to the stock market by offering zero commission on global transactions, or account minimums, has raised £1.1 million within 12 days of its second Crowdcube, crowd fundraising campaign.
Ayming UK partners Cova Advisory for global expansion
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment, Consultancy
Ayming, the international business performance consultancy, today announced a new strategic partnership between its UK arm and Cova Advisory, a leading South African consultancy on investment incentives, to enable both partners to expand their global footprint.
Symvan Capital aims at £10m for Technology EIS investment fund
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment, IT Innovations
Symvan Capital, provider of tax-efficient disruptive technology investment opportunities, is targeting a £10 million fundraising for its new high-growth technology EIS fund. This fund will benefit from the government’s Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS). Namely, capital gains on disposal of shares are freed from Capital Gains Tax after three years, relieved capital gains or income is available for EIS shares which are disposed of at any time at... more
Sift Releases Free App for iOS And $1.5 Million Seed Round Investment
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment, IT Innovations
Today, Sift, a free application that maximizes credit card benefits and earns reimbursements for consumers, announced a $1.5 million Seed Round and the public release of their app, available for iOS on the App Store.
Swiss Finance Council Represents a New Discussion Paper
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment, Banking
On the occasion of its third public event in Brussels, the Swiss Finance Council (SFC) presents its new Discussion Paper entitled ‘The EU and its Partners: Banks and Investors in a Digital World’.
TORSTONE TECHNOLOGY CONTINUES EXPANSION IN JAPAN
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Securities Services, IT Innovations, Infrastructure
Torstone Technology is the leader in post-trade securities and derivatives processing. Today it has announced plans to further expand its services in Asia, supported by senior appointments in Japan, and the signing of a multi-year deal with another new client, Natixis Japan Securities Co. Ltd, to use Torstone’s collateral management module.
UK Bond Network Gets FCA Authorisation
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Platform Technology, Investment
UK Bond Network, the corporate bond investment and financing platform, has received direct authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority.
$1.5 Billion Investment For BBVA Bancomer
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment, Banking
BBVA Executive Chairman Francisco González expressed his commitment to Mexico during his visit to Mexico City, announcing new investments to move forward the transformation process at BBVA Bancomer.
Asia-Pasific eclipsed North America in Fintech Investments in 2016
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment
Global investment in financial technology (fintech) ventures grew 10 percent in 2016, to US$23.2 billion, driven primarily by a wave of blockbuster deals in China, according to Accenture (NYSE:ACN) analysis of data from CB Insights, a global venture-finance data and analytics firm. “Alibaba and JD.com were two major fintech investors this year, as they focus on providing their customers with end-to-end services including payments and lending”
UK accountancy firms heavily invest in technology, even if their partners` profit declines
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment
According to Wolters Kluwer survey, a leading provider of tax and accounting software and information, the leading UK accountancy firms saw profit decline last year, as they invested heavily in technology to improve services to their clients. The annual survey of the financial health of the Top 75 firms, conducted by Wolters Kluwer’s Accountancy magazine, found that the sector had enjoyed its seventh consecutive year of fee income growth.
Nymbus secures $16 Million in a Funding Round to lead digital transformation
- 7 years 10 months ago
- Investment
NYMBUS Inc., provider of the world’s most current mission-critical core technology available to financial institutions, closed additional $16 million funding round led by Home Credit Group. Following a $12 million funding round just six months ago, NYMBUS is well-positioned to continue its accelerated expansion plans.Home Credit Group is an international consumer finance provider with operations in 11 countries and headquartered in the... more
H.I.G. Growth Partners Completes Strategic Investment in SCUF Gaming
- 7 years 11 months ago
- Investment
H.I.G. Growth Partners (“H.I.G.”), the dedicated growth capital investment affiliate of H.I.G. Capital, announced that it has completed a strategic investment in SCUF Gaming (“SCUF” or the “Company”), the leading designer, manufacturer, and e-commerce platform for sales of advanced feature, customized gaming controllers and accessories for use on PlayStation, Xbox and PC.
Small Business Minister Arranges Meeting with Entrepreneurs at Barclays Notting Hill Eagle Lab
- 7 years 11 months ago
- Investment, Banking
Minister for Small Business, Margot James MP met with businesses in Barclays’ Notting Hill Eagle Lab on Thursday to discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by growing SMEs and entrepreneurs. The Barclays’ Eagle Lab is one of nine sites across the UK focussed on supporting businesses through co-working space and providing tools such as 3D printers and laser cutters- aimed to help small businesses with their prototyping and digital skills.
Fincons Group Awarded for Investment in the UK
- 7 years 11 months ago
- Investment, Consultancy
Fincons Group, a leading IT Business Consulting and System Integration company, was officially awarded recognition for its investment in the UK. The Group, headquartered in Bern - Switzerland and with different offices in Italy, has recently expanded operations to the UK and opened an office in London.
Calypso Signs Agreement With Equinoxe
- 7 years 11 months ago
- Investment, Management
Calypso Technology, Inc., a leading provider of capital markets and investment management software, announced today that it has signed a utility partnership agreement with Equinoxe Alternative Investment Services, a premium service provider to the alternative investment management industry.
