KYC

Open Banking picks Contego for ID checking

Contego, a UK-based RegTech and compliance specialist, has been picked by The Open Banking Implementation Entity to run ID checks and verify users. The...
KYC

The role of AI in revolutionising KYC processes in 2024

In a recent post by Encompass Corporation, the firm outlined what will be the future of the KYC industry in 2024.

FinTech Global unveils CyberTech100 list recognising the top tech companies providing cyber defences to...

The cyber threat facing financial firms is growing by the day, but FinTech Gobal has revealed the 100 cybersecurity companies from around the world that are leading the charge against bad actors and digital threats.

ID verification firm Socure enters unicorn club after $100m fundraise

Socure, the startup that helps companies verify users’ identities, is valued at $1.3bn after a massive $100m funding round.
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SelfKey lands regulatory sandbox license in Mauritius

SelfKey, a blockchain-based identity system, has obtained a Mauritius’ Regulatory Sandbox License (RSL).

Ipsdy launches its secure identity solution in Peru

The Peruvian National ID Registry RENIEC has joined forces with secure ID company Ipsdy to give Peru’s businesses better confidence to battle fraud.

Bank Negara Malaysia has suggested new electronic KYC guidelines

Having issued a policy document earlier in 2019, Bank Negara Malaysia has now released a draft for how the rules around electronic know your customer (KYC) could look like in the future in the country.

Refinitiv to deploy its anti-money laundering solutions for STC Pay

RegTech company Refinitiv has been tapped by STC Pay, the financial arm of the Saudi Telecom Company, to help it comply with know your customer and anti-money laundering regulations.

Meet the 16 startups selected for Accenture’s new FinTech Innovation Lab London cohort

Accenture has picked 16 new promising startups from such varied disciplines as InsurTech, RegTech, open data and capital markets to take part of its UK-based accelerator programme.

Latin America and teen-focused FinTech services are coming of age as the industry closes...

Last week’s 32 FinTech rounds highlight how Latin America is exploding with new activity, how open banking has nudged closer to being fully adopted across Europe and the rising popularity of teen-focused ventures.

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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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