Identification/Background checks

How advanced analytics can solve the growing problem of lending fraud

As the pandemic rages on, crime and money laundering risks continue to evolve at a rapid pace in the commercial lending space. However, firms can mitigate these risks by applying advanced technologies and using a data-driven approach.

Vouched reels in $4.5m funding to advance identity verification platform

US identity verification company Vouched has secured $4.5m in capital from a highly subscribed funding round.

South Africa’s Justice Department suffers significant ransomware hack

The global spread of ransomware attacks has continued after South Africa’s Justice Department saw its network encrypted.

Security firm Gabriel nets $12m from SoftBank-led Series A

Sao Paulo-based company Gabriel has snagged $12m from a Series A funding round led by the SoftBank Latin America Fund.

UK consumers unsure of common digital identities

Most UK consumers are hesitant about the implementation of a common digital identity, according to a new survey from RegTech Associates and PassFort.

Attack surface protector CyCognito inks $100m from Series C raise

Attack surface management platform CyCognito has secured $100m in funding from a Series C round led by The Westly Group.

Goldman Sachs-owned Human Security rakes in $100m

Anti-bot and fraud detection company Human Security has concluded a $100m funding round led by WestCap.

Addition backs CyberTech PQShield in $20m Series A

Cybersecurity firm PQShield has secured $20m from a Series A funding round led by investor Addition.

Astrix Security lands $15m in early-stage funding

Israeli cybersecurity startup Astrix Security has raked in $15m in early-stage funding to develop technology to help firms secure third-party app integrations.

IDmission joins podcast exploring the role of identity proofing in financial services

As more firms adopt digital operations, the need for seamless and secure onboarding tools will become critical. A new podcast explores the role identity proofing has within financial services.

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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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