Institutional Investment & Trading

TransFICC secures strategic investment from Citi

TransFICC, an e-trading support solution for financial institutions, has secured a strategic investment from Citi Innovation Lab.

Ashton Kutcher-backed FinTech startup Neighborly can’t pay its employees

Neighborly, a FinTech startup set up to enable people to buy cheaper municipal bonds, has told its staff to stop working as it is unable to pay them.

How the coronavirus will affect different segments of the FinTech industry

As COVID-19 rages on across the world, the affects on the FinTech segment of the economy is already letting itself be known.

Trumid Financial becomes the next FinTech unicorn

Trumid Financial, which aims to improve credit trading, has become the year’s latest FinTech unicorn, following the close of a $200m round.

Over 80% of investors are planning to increase allocation to alternatives over next five...

More than four-fifths (84%) of investors are planning to increase their allocation to alternatives over the next five years, according to a new report from AIFMetrics.

MAS launches RegTech and digital schemes, commits S$42m to boost adoption

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has introduced a RegTech grant scheme and an enhanced digital acceleration grant (DAG) program to boost tech use in the financial sector.

How InsurTech firms and CyberTech startups are leading the FinTech sector among the 34...

While BharatPe’s massive Series E round may have secured the most headlines last week, CyberTech ventures bagged the most capital injections.

Asset broker Vantage teams with Supercar Blondie for new global ESG program

Asset broker Vantage has partnered with Supercar Blondie for the launch of its global ESG programme.

Intel Capital steers $22m Series B funding for indexing tech giant MerQube

MerQube, described as a trailblazer in technology for the future of index-linked investing, has officially confirmed a significant fundraising achievement.
Navigating investment risks: How digital profiling enhances awareness in the UK market

Navigating investment risks: How digital profiling enhances awareness in the UK market

In a recent groundbreaking market research conducted in the UK by everyoneINVESTED, a significant revelation was made regarding investors' awareness of investment risks. The study, which delved deep into the intricacies of investment risk, found that individuals with prior investment experience, particularly those who had been profiled, demonstrated a heightened awareness and understanding of the risks associated with their investment choices.

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How the world's top banks and insurers are adopting GenAI tools

How the world’s top banks and insurers are adopting GenAI tools

In recent years, the integration of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools within the financial sector has seen remarkable growth. A study conducted by ORX, a leading operational risk association, reveals that 75% of the world’s major banks and insurers are now utilizing external GenAI applications in their operations.
UK-based PeppercornAI bags £3.25m for AI-driven insurance solutions

UK-based PeppercornAI bags £3.25m for AI-driven insurance solutions

PeppercornAI, an InsurTech specialising in conversational artificial intelligence, has successfully raised £3.25m.
Encompass Corporation welcomes Stuart Barnard as new CFO

Encompass Corporation welcomes Stuart Barnard as new CFO

Encompass Corporation, a pioneer in Corporate Digital Identity (CDI), has recently announced the appointment of Stuart Barnard as its first Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Unlocking the power of KYC Portal CLM in modern due diligence

Unlocking the power of KYC Portal CLM in modern due diligence

In the complex world of finance, due diligence is essential for protecting a company’s reputation and financial well-being. As customer demands for convenience increase and regulatory scrutiny intensifies, finding a balance is more important than ever. The solution lies in an innovative tool—KYC Portal Customer Lifecycle Management (CLM). The RegTech company recently compiled a guide on its role in enhancing due diligence processes.
Apax Digital Funds backs IANS Research with new investment to boost InfoSec services

Apax Digital Funds backs IANS Research with new investment to boost InfoSec services

IANS Research, a leading provider of independent research and advisory services for the information security industry, has just secured a significant investment from Apax Digital Fund II. 

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