Blockchain

Velix.ID launches Blockchain platform for identity verification

Newly launched RegTech startup Velix.ID, which is using blockchain to enable frictionless identity verification, is planning a token sale.Current methods of identity verification take...

Thailand eases crypto tax regulations to promote digital asset investments

Thailand’s finance ministry has loosened regulations around crypto tax in order to foster investment in the country’s digital asset market.

MAS partners with IMF, World Bank to launch global challenge for digital currency solutions

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) introduced a global challenge for retail Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) solutions.

Financial modelling platform Gauntlet Network joins unicorn club

Gauntlet Network, a financial modelling platform, has hit a $1bn valuation after the close of its Series B round on $23.8m.

Pantera invests in decentralized finance app InstaDApp’s $2.4m seed round

InstaDApp, the autonomous banking portal on emerging blockchain-based protocols, have closed a $2.4m seed round.
Aura

Aura Network bags $4m to expand Web3 ecosystem

Aura Network, a company claiming to be building the internet of NFTs, has raised $4m in a round led by investors Hashed and Coin98.  

Trading volume for Bakkt’s bitcoin futures hit just $5m in first week

Despite having been highly anticipated, the Intercontinental Exchange’s bitcoin futures contract only traded at a total value of $5m in its first week.

CertiK claims to raise the largest funding round of any blockchain security platform

Blockchain security company CertiK has scored $37m in its Series B funding round, which was co-led by Coatue Management and Shunwei Capital.

FinTech Collective closes pair of funds on $250m

Venture Capital firm FinTech Collective has closed a pair of funds, which have a combined value of $250m and will invest into FinTechs around the world.

Enterprise Ireland sets sights on FinTech with new fund

Enterprise Ireland has launched a €750,000 fund to invest in promising FinTech startups.

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FinTech

FinTech investment sees uptick following two sluggish weeks

There was a climb in investment in the FinTech sector this week, with FinTech Global reporting on a total of $399m being raised across...
compliance

Will 2024 be the year of compliance technology?

As technologically-driven solutions continue to firmly pierce the financial industry and how it runs, the need for firms to maintain compliance amongst a deluge...
ZeroEyes joins Lloyd's Lab for pioneering InsurTech against gun violence

ZeroEyes joins Lloyd’s Lab for pioneering InsurTech against gun violence

In an unprecedented move, ZeroEyes, known for its pioneering AI gun detection technology, has been welcomed into the coveted Lloyd's Lab Accelerator program, marking a significant stride in InsurTech innovation.
Chubb revolutionises flood insurance: Faster quotes with new digital platform

Chubb revolutionises flood insurance: Faster quotes with new digital platform

Chubb Personal Risk Services (PRS), known for its commitment to providing exceptional insurance services, has announced the launch of an innovative self-service Flood Insurance System.
Bishop Street and Topsail Re join forces to revolutionise MGA platform with strategic joint venture

Bishop Street and Topsail Re join forces to revolutionise MGA platform with strategic joint...

Bishop Street Underwriters, a notable entity within the RedBird Capital Partners' portfolio, has formally announced a groundbreaking joint venture with Topsail Reinsurance SPC, Ltd....

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