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How banks can support mortgage customers to reduce their carbon emissions

Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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In a bid to combat rising carbon emissions, banks are urged to utilise their data and influence to help mortgage customers implement sustainable home upgrades.
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XUSD stablecoin expands to Binance, boosting global reach

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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StraitsX's XUSD stablecoin will debut on Binance, bolstering its presence in digital finance as it surges towards mainstream adoption and infrastructure innovations.
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Australia introduces new cybersecurity compliance laws 2024

Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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risk & compliance
Noggin has revealed critical regulatory updates for Australian companies, introducing new compliance requirements in cybersecurity and healthcare sectors.
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NTT DATA report reveals rise in AI adoption in banking

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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NTT DATA's latest report reveals that 58% of banks globally are fully adopting generative AI, marking a crucial shift towards its integration in banking operations.
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LayerZero partners with Rayls to enhance blockchain finance

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Rayls has partnered with LayerZero to enhance cross-chain connectivity for financial institutions, aiming to integrate traditional finance with decentralised finance.
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Survey reveals slow adoption of AI in anti-money laundering

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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A survey by SAS and KPMG reveals sluggish AI and ML adoption in anti-money laundering, with only 18% of financial institutions fully implementing these technologies.
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Multi-carrier connectivity: The game changer for financial institutions

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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In an era of increasing connectivity demands, financial institutions are turning to multi-carrier strategies to safeguard against costly network failures.
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Backbase partners with MeaWallet to boost digital payments

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Backbase has teamed up with MeaWallet to boost digital payment services in Australia and New Zealand, aiming for enhanced security and faster deployment.
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Cryptocurrency adoption in Australia hits record high

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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A record 32.5% of Australians now own cryptocurrency, according to the 2025 IRCI, signalling a significant shift in the nation's digital asset landscape.
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Vespia partners with Mastercard to streamline onboarding

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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payment technologies
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financial institutions
Vespia has partnered with Mastercard to enhance merchant onboarding across multiple regions, aiming to streamline processes and cut onboarding times by up to 90%.
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Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.
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To build or to buy? Tackling KYC complexities in client onboarding

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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In an era where speed and efficiency are paramount, banks must decide between building custom KYC systems or investing in advanced SaaS solutions to enhance client onboarding.
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Romance scams reach six-year high, Moody's reports

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Moody's highlights a six-year high in romance scams, unveiling 1,193 new entities globally in 2024, with the US leading at 38% of cases.
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Puma leads $4.3m funding for legal AI firm Semeris

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Puma Growth Partners has led a $4.3 million funding round for Semeris, enhancing its AI tools for financial institutions navigating complex legal documents.
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artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.
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AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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identity theft
A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.
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Ondo Finance launches tokenised US Treasuries on XRP Ledger

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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Ondo Finance has unveiled tokenised U.S. Treasuries on the XRP Ledger, boosting institutional access to short-term securities via Ripple USD.
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Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.
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Backbase highlights banking trends shaping the industry in 2025

Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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Backbase forecasts a USD $1 trillion transformation in banking by 2025, urging traditional banks to innovate or face a 30% market share loss to digital rivals.
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Kobble unveils platform to revolutionise finance in Australia

Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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Kobble has unveiled a new Embedded Finance Platform designed to tackle inefficiencies in Australia's financial sector caused by failed IT projects.