Financial institutions stories - Page 10
How banks can support mortgage customers to reduce their carbon emissions
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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power / energy
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.
XUSD stablecoin expands to Binance, boosting global reach
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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network infrastructure
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crypto
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fintech
StraitsX's XUSD stablecoin will debut on Binance, bolstering its presence in digital finance as it surges towards mainstream adoption and infrastructure innovations.
Australia introduces new cybersecurity compliance laws 2024
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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risk & compliance
Noggin has revealed critical regulatory updates for Australian companies, introducing new compliance requirements in cybersecurity and healthcare sectors.
NTT DATA report reveals rise in AI adoption in banking
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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genai
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ai
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.
LayerZero partners with Rayls to enhance blockchain finance
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
Rayls has partnered with LayerZero to enhance cross-chain connectivity for financial institutions, aiming to integrate traditional finance with decentralised finance.
Survey reveals slow adoption of AI in anti-money laundering
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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risk & compliance
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genai
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ai
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.
Multi-carrier connectivity: The game changer for financial institutions
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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fleet management
In an era of increasing connectivity demands, financial institutions are turning to multi-carrier strategies to safeguard against costly network failures.
Backbase partners with MeaWallet to boost digital payments
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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fintech
Backbase has teamed up with MeaWallet to boost digital payment services in Australia and New Zealand, aiming for enhanced security and faster deployment.
Cryptocurrency adoption in Australia hits record high
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
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.
Vespia partners with Mastercard to streamline onboarding
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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payment technologies
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mastercard
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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%.
Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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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.
To build or to buy? Tackling KYC complexities in client onboarding
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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ai
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.
Romance scams reach six-year high, Moody's reports
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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social media
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online fraud
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money laundering
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.
Puma leads $4.3m funding for legal AI firm Semeris
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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fintech
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genai
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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.
artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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physical security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.
AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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physical security
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ai
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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.
Ondo Finance launches tokenised US Treasuries on XRP Ledger
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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blockchain
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cloud services
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capital management
Ondo Finance has unveiled tokenised U.S. Treasuries on the XRP Ledger, boosting institutional access to short-term securities via Ripple USD.
Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.
Backbase highlights banking trends shaping the industry in 2025
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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fintech
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cx
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.
Kobble unveils platform to revolutionise finance in Australia
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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crypto
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fintech
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blockchain
Kobble has unveiled a new Embedded Finance Platform designed to tackle inefficiencies in Australia's financial sector caused by failed IT projects.