Crystal Appoints Navin Gupta, Former Ripple Managing Director, as Chief Executive Officer
- 2 years 1 month ago
- People Moves
Crystal, a leading blockchain intelligence firm focused on compliance and risk monitoring for cryptocurrencies, announced the appointment of Navin Gupta as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Banks Can Tackle Financial Fraud by Using New Homomorphic Encryption Technology
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Banking, Cybersecurity
Criminals successfully stole over half a billion pounds over a period of just six months in 2023 through fraud, according to new research from UK Finance. The threat of fraud, coupled with the various regulatory demands placed on banks and financial institutions, means protecting customers and their data from outside threats is an increasingly tall challenge.
Conferma Unveils Rebrand with Mission to Simplify Global Payments
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Payments, Financial
Conferma, formerly known as Conferma Pay, a pioneer in virtual card technology, has announced a major rebranding initiative with a mission to make it simple for any company, anywhere in the world, to connect and do business.
Fintech Firm Revenir AI Pioneers Hassle-free Mobile VAT Reclaim for Travellers
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Artificial Intelligence, Tax Authorities
UK travelers will soon be able to claim back VAT on purchases made abroad automatically using their phones, thanks to a technology developed using AI. Each year more billions in VAT and similar taxes are left unclaimed by UK shoppers in Europe – because typically the recovery procedure is clunky, confusing, and difficult to access.
Mollie Capital Launches to Provide UK Merchants with Fast and Flexible Financing
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Lending, Payments
Mollie, one of the fastest-growing financial services providers in Europe, today announced the UK launch of Mollie Capital - a fast and flexible way for SME merchants to access funding. Mollie Capital gives UK retailers the opportunity to bypass traditional lenders and access up to £250,000 to help drive growth.
New Klarna Service Takes On the US Tech Giants After Awesome Success with Swedish Merchants
- 2 years 1 month ago
- E-Commerce, Payments
Klarna, the AI-driven global payment provider and shopping assistant, has launched "Sign in with Klarna" to offer consumers a smoother shopping experience with increased control over their data. The service saves time for consumers by fast-tracking the online purchase process and, if they consent to share their data, unlocks personalized offers from merchants.
Mastercard and Awash Bank Partner to Launch New International Prepaid Card and Payment Gateway Service
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Payments
Awash Bank S.C, the first and the leading private financial institution in Ethiopia, has partnered with Mastercard, a leading global technology company in the payments industry, to introduce the Awash pre-paid cards. The Mastercard-branded international prepaid plastic card was launched during a press conference at Awash Bank’s Headquarters.
Velo Labs' Orbit Partners with leading POS Networks to Enable Crypto Payments for Over 100,000 Merchants
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Cryptocurrencies
Velo Labs is excited to announce landmark partnerships between its Orbit crypto merchant network and leading Point-of-Sales (POS) networks and plans to achieve 500,000 users in Orbit by the end of the year — marking a significant leap toward the integration of cryptocurrency in everyday transactions.
Nexo Partners with Sift to Protect Against Digital Risk & Streamline User Experience
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Cybersecurity
Nexo, the leading institution for digital assets, announced a partnership with Sift, the Leader in Digital Trust & Safety.
KYND Secures New Funding to Advance Cyber Risk Management
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Fundraising News
KYND, a leading provider of cyber risk management solutions, has today officially disclosed a substantial investment in the business to propel expansion and further growth. The investment comes from Verisk, a leading global data analytics and technology provider, and existing backer BGF, one of the largest and most experienced growth capital investors in the UK and Ireland.
NatWest Group CEO Appointment
- 2 years 1 month ago
- People Moves
The Board of NatWest Group plc has appointed Paul Thwaite as Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director with immediate effect. This follows his appointment on an initial 12-month basis in July 2023. Led by Chair Designate Rick Haythornthwaite, the NatWest Group Board has undertaken a rigorous and competitive search process, with support from a leading external search firm.
CFPB Report Finds Large Banks Charge Higher Credit Card Interest Rates than Small Banks and Credit Unions
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Payments
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today reported on the first set of results from the newly updated Terms of Credit Card Plans surve
HealthCARE of Iowa Chooses to Empower Employees Through Partnership With DailyPay
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Payments
HealthCARE of Iowa, a professional consulting partner with over 80 years of combined experience in providing consulting services for Senior Living environments, has partnered with DailyPay – the industry’s leading on-demand pay solution. Through this partnership, HealthCARE of Iowa is modernizing its benefits offerings by providing a voluntary financial wellness benefit that empowers employees to access their earned pay at the press of a button.
Ai for Alpha Integrates New Generative Artificial Intelligence into Its Investment Process
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Artificial Intelligence, Asset Management
Ai for Alpha, a leading fintech company specializing in leveraging machine learning for advanced investment strategies, announces the integration of Gen AI into its asset management models.
Finom Secures €50M in Series B Funding to Empower SMEs and Entrepreneurs
- 2 years 1 month ago
- Fundraising News
Finom, an Amsterdam-based leading digital banking solution for SMEs and entrepreneurs, has announced a €50M Series B funding round. The round led by General Catalyst and Northzone, with participation from existing investors including Cogito Capital, Entrée Capital, FJLabs, s16vc, and Target Global, bringing FINOM’s total raised capital to over €100M.
