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Blockchain-based data platform Datawallet closes ICO on $40m hard cap

C2B blockchain-based data exchange Datawallet has closed its ICO on its $40m hard cap.

Block.one closes new investment, a month after its record $4bn ICO

Blockchain software developer Block.one has raised received an undisclosed funding round, a month after it closed a colossal $4bn ICO.

BlockClaim raises £500,000 in Seed round

Artificial intelligence and blockchain-supported InsurTech BlockClaim has raised £500,000 in its seed funding round. Amadeus Capital Partners and Pragmatica, alongside insurance business angels Toby Clarke,...

Banco Santander issues first end-to-end blockchain bond to launch new secondary token market

Spanish bank Santander has announced it has issued a bond that will only exist on the Ethereum blockchain.

Banking FinTech solarisBank push into cryptocurrencies with the launch of subsidiary solaris Digital Assets

German tech company solarisBank has unveiled its new subsidiary solaris Digital Assets, to strengthen its grip on the digital assets market.

Facebook to recruit 50 people in Ireland to work on its digital wallet project...

It seems as if Facebook is still serious about getting the ball rolling with the cryptocurrency initiative Libra as the social media giant has announced plans to hire 50 people to work on its FinTech project.

FCA research reveals 1.1 million spike in crypto asset buyers and many were convinced...

An estimated 2.6 million UK consumers have bought cryptoassets at some point, new research from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reveals.

How the 34 FinTech rounds raised last week show where the InsurTech and cybersecurity...

Last week proved to be good week in terms of FinTech investment, with the rounds revealing the state of CyberTech and InsurTech.

Bitwise boasts of having surpassed having $500m in assets under management

Cryptocurrency index fund provider Bitwise Asset Management recently surpassed $500m in assets under management, up from $100m in October.

Fireblocks raises $133m to bring banks and FinTechs into crypto

Crypto infrastructure provider Fireblocks has raised $133m to fuel its efforts towards providing traditional banks and FinTechs with digital asset custody, transfer and settlement infrastructure.

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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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