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UK banks lead AI talent hiring surge as Europe catches up
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UK and European banks ramp up AI recruitment to boost workforce productivity, with a 12% rise in AI roles in UK banks and Deutsche Bank and Santander leading efforts.
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UK businesses hit hard by AI-driven cyber threats, says report
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financial institutions
A Darktrace report reveals that 71% of UK businesses have faced AI-powered cyber threats, with 95% feeling unprepared. Firms like Barclays and HSBC are at risk.
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HSBC & Visa unveil Zing money app for global transactions
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HSBC and Visa launch Zing, a money app enabling users to manage multi-currency funds and transact globally in over 200 countries, leveraging cutting-edge fintech.
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OMS Group secures USD $292.5 million syndicate deal for expansion
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OMS Group has secured USD $292.5 million for global expansion in subsea telecommunications from a consortium including HSBC and KKR Capital Markets.
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HSBC & BNY Mellon to pilot Quantexa's new AI technology
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HSBC and BNY Mellon join Quantexa's Lighthouse Programme to deploy Q Assist, a context-aware generative AI suite, debuting at London Tech Week to optimise financial services.
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Databricks sees 70% growth in EMEA amidst enterprise demand for AI
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Data and AI firm Databricks experiences a 70% YoY increase in its EMEA operations, driven by surging demand for data and AI capabilities.
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Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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Raphael Bres is set to harness AI to revolutionise Tradeshift's finance function after he rejoins the B2B e-commerce, fintech platform, amid company restructuring and growth.
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James Berry named new APAC managing director at Diversified
Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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James Berry joins global technology solutions provider, Diversified, as new managing director of APAC. The former Atos MD brings 30+ years of experience across technology and financial services sectors.
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Fintech Xalts acquires banking platform Contour Network
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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Singapore's Xalts acquires Contour Network in a strategic move to augment its trade finance solution ecosystem and digitise the $30tn sector.
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Tradeshift appoints Iain Balchin as new CFO
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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Tradeshift, the B2B e-commerce and fintech platform, hires veteran financial executive Iain Balchin as its new CFO, focusing on expanding network and monetising services.
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JPMorgan Chase leads as AI research powerhouse – report
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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Newly data by Evident shows JPMorgan Chase's ongoing rise as a leading force in AI research, with a significant increase in output.
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HSBC survey reveals businesses value human touch in AI era
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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HSBC survey shows a significant majority of businesses see the human touch as key, despite fears AI may cost jobs in the future.
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Immersive Labs recognised in cybersecurity training
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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Immersive Labs named a leader in cybersecurity skills and training platforms by the Forrester Wave: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023.
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Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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Banks are dedicating more resources to responsible artificial intelligence, with a 43% staffing increase, but only six clarify their approach.
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Michael Harrison to steer UK Sales for Accelerated Payments
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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partner programmes
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Michael Harrison, having vast experience in global banks and tech firms, joins Accelerated Payments as UK Sales Director.
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Extend partners with SAP Concur to offer virtual-card-as-a-service
Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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payment technologies
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Extend integrates with SAP Concur, offering a virtual-card-as-a-service solution for businesses, countering competitor Brex.
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Moneyhub named in 2023 top 100 global fintech startups
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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Bristol's Moneyhub is ranked among the top 100 'most promising' fintech start-ups globally for 2023 by CBInsights.
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Birmingham Tech Week 2023: Full schedule revealed with line-up
Sat, 14th Oct 2023
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Birmingham Tech Week 2023, the UK's largest regional tech festival, has announced its full schedule, featuring top tech speakers and exclusive events.
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HSBC & East Village join forces for Birmingham Tech Week
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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HSBC and East Village team up for Birmingham Tech Week to support female founders in navigating the funding landscape.
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GSBN and HSBC complete 'ground breaking' trade finance POC
Fri, 14th Apr 2023
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Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN) has completed a proof-of-concept with HSBC to transform global trade finance using blockchain-enabled technology.