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Medieval Empires Partners With Polygon Studios To Bring Immersive Web3 Strategy Game

Singapore, Oct. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Online strategy game, Medieval Empires, has partnered with Polygon Studios, an ecosystem builder owned and operated by Polygon, the leading Ethereum scaling solution onboarding millions to Web3. As part of the strategic collaboration, Medieval Empires is being built on the Polygon blockchain, allowing its players to enjoy an […]

OKX partners with Pyth Network

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Oct. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OKX, the world’s second largest cryptocurrency exchange, today announced that it is partnering with Pyth network, a next-generation Oracle solution built on the Solana blockchain and designed to provide trusted and verifiable market data to decentralized applications. Pyth operates one of the largest and most reliable oracle […]

Payment Gateway Market Size is expected to reach at USD 106.4 Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 16.8%, Owing to Increasing Financial Literacy across the Globe

Acumen Research and Consulting recently published report titled “Payment Gateway Market, Analysis Report and Region Forecast, 2022 – 2030” TOKYO , Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Global Payment Gateway Market Size accounted for USD 26.8 Billion in 2021 and is estimated to achieve a market size of USD 106.4 Billion by 2030 growing at […]

Climate First Bank Supports Communities Impacted by Hurricane Ian

Mission-driven bank temporarily pauses late fees on loan payments and deposit account overdraft fees ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — To assist those impacted by Hurricane Ian, Climate First Bank – a FDIC-insured commercial bank dedicated to environmental sustainability – has temporarily waived late fees for loan payments and overdraft fees on […]

Northstar Raises $24.4 Million to Make Financial Guidance a Universal Benefit

New investors include GGV Capital, PayPal Ventures, Thomson Reuters Ventures, and Canvas Ventures. Since December 2020, Northstar has grown its customer base by more than 600% and supports innovative organizations such as Snap, Zoom, 23andMe, Virgin Orbit, and NerdWallet. LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Northstar, the financial wellness benefit for employees, today announced it has raised $24.4 million […]

Financial Services and Stablecoin Veteran David Puth Joins Intersection Crypto Ventures as Co-Managing Partner

Former Centre Consortium, J.P. Morgan, and State Street Executive to Co-Lead New Crypto Investment Fund NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Intersection Crypto Ventures (“ICV”) the venture investment platform associated with Intersection Growth Partners (“IGP” or “Intersection”), a leading executive search firm focused on crypto and web3, today announced that David Puth has joined as Co-Managing Partner. The firm […]

Slowing economy ushers private markets investors into new era, PGIM says

NEWARK, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Private market funds have nearly tripled assets since the global financial crisis — accounting for more than 35% of new capital raised through bonds and equity in the U.S. in 2021 — but the Goldilocks-like market conditions that facilitated this meteoric rise are changing, presenting new risks and opportunities for investors, according to […]

Priority Partners with Valor PayTech for Omnichannel Solutions

ALPHARETTA, Ga.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Priority Technology Holdings, Inc. (“Priority”), a leading payments technology company helping customers collect, store and send money, today announced it has partnered with Valor PayTech for omnichannel solutions. Valor’s integration with Priority’s MX™ Merchant ecosystem is currently underway. Valor is a fast-growing fintech provider of cloud-based, end-to-end, processor-agnostic omnichannel payments solutions. The company […]

Astra Secures $10 Million in Series A Funding with a $30 Million Line of Credit

Eliminating financial complexity for fintech products, the investment validates Astra’s API integration as the most effective solution for instant transfers and financial automations SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Astra, a leading provider of instant card-to-card funding as a service in the U.S., today announced a $10 million Series A funding round led by FPV Ventures, with participation from […]

Wealth Enhancement Group Selects CAIS to Expand its Alternative Investment Capabilities

Jeff Dekko, CEO of Wealth Enhancement Group, to Speak on RIA M&A Panel at the CAIS Alternative Investment Summit taking place October 17-19 in Los Angeles, California NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–CAIS, the leading alternative investment platform for independent financial advisors, today announced its selection by Wealth Enhancement Group, one of the largest national independent wealth management […]

NorthOne Announces $67 Million Series B Round

Investors Include Drew Brees, Next Play Capital, And More NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthOne today announced it has raised $67 million in Series B funding. With participation from new and existing investors, NorthOne is poised to further expand the reach of its business banking and financial management platform across all sectors […]

Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company of Idaho Selects Guidewire Cloud to Deliver More Value for Business Growth

POCATELLO, Idaho & SAN MATEO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$GWRE #GuidewireDataHub—Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company of Idaho (FBM Idaho), the state’s largest domestic personal lines insurer, and Guidewire (NYSE: GWRE) announced that FBM Idaho selected InsuranceSuite on Guidewire Cloud to power core operations, simplify IT operations, quickly adapt to changing market demands, and deliver more value to its […]

Prove Identity Expands Global Presence, Launches Digital Identity Product Offerings in Brazil with OZ Corretora de Câmbio

Prove’s solutions, now available in Brazil, streamline identity verification and onboarding, enhancing user experience and adoption SÃO PAULO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Prove Identity, Inc. (“Prove”), the leader in digital identity, today announced it has expanded its global presence to Brazil, launching its product offerings with its first customer in the region, OZ Corretora de Câmbio. OZ Corretora de […]

Lincoln Savings Bank Adds Three New Talented Board Members

DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lincoln Savings Bank (LSB) is pleased to announce the addition of Shara Chang, Gerald Beechum and Spencer Cohn to its Board of Directors. Chang, Beechum and Cohn were selected based on a matrix of 10 factors that included their fit with LSB’s culture, independent audit experience, […]

Personetics’ ‘Banking on Innovation’ podcast brings valuable perspectives from the industry leaders who are driving customer-centric innovation in financial services

Personetics launches a podcast inspired by innovators in the financial services sector, who share their learnings and advice from their personal journeys driving customer impacts NEW YORK & TEL AVIV–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Personetics, the leading global provider of financial data-driven personalization and customer engagement solutions for banks and financial services providers, has today announced the release of […]

Schwab Asset Management™ Pilots New Proxy Polling Solution to Gain Insight Into Shareholder Preferences

Schwab Asset Management is the first large asset manager to use innovative new tool from Broadridge WESTLAKE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Schwab Asset Management, the asset management arm of The Charles Schwab Corporation, today announced that it is the first large asset manager to pilot a new proxy polling solution from global fintech firm, Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. […]

BitNile, Inc. to Launch Innovative Bitcoin Marketplace Platform Intended to Reimagine Cryptocurrency Transactions

Company Appoints Veteran Developer Douglas Gintz as President and Chief Product Officer to Lead the Effort LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$AP #Android_app—BitNile Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: NILE), a diversified holding company (“BitNile” or the “Company”), announced today that its subsidiary, BitNile, Inc. (“BNI”), has begun development of a Bitcoin-based marketplace platform (“Marketplace”), which expects to leverage blockchain […]

Remitly to Sponsor Technica 2022 Hackathon

Company to lead workshop at world’s largest hackathon for underrepresented genders SEATTLE, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Remitly Global, Inc., (NASDAQ: RELY) (“Remitly”), a leading global digital financial services provider for immigrants and their families, today announced it is a Gold sponsor of Technica, the world’s largest hackathon for underrepresented genders. Over the course […]

Lottomatica selects Nuvei as exclusive payment partner

Nuvei’s iGaming payment expertise will deliver revenue acceleration for Lottomatica and market-leading player experience to its new platform Montreal, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: NVEI) (TSX: NVEI), tomorrow’s payment platform, announces today that it is exclusively supplying payment technology for Lottomatica, a leading operator offering online sports […]

Remitly Makes Visa Direct Real-Time Payments Platform Available to Customers in Canada

Continued Expansion of Remitly’s Payment Portfolio Demonstrates Steadfast Commitment to Customers’ Local Needs SEATTLE, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Remitly Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: RELY) (“Remitly”), a leading digital financial services provider for immigrants and their families, today announced the expansion of its relationship with Visa by making Visa Direct, Visa’s real-time push payments platform, […]

Kings Mortgage Services Adds eClosing and Business Intelligence Solutions from SimpleNexus

California-based lender deepens eight-year tech partnership with SimpleNexus with implementation of Nexus Closing and Nexus Vision LEHI, Utah, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), an nCino (NASDAQ: NCNO) company and developer of the leading U.S. homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the expansion of its […]

GBT is Researching the Development of a Machine Learning Driven, RF Cybersecurity System and Protocol

Aiming to provide adaptable, synthesized, new era security for Radio Frequency networks through the use of AI technology SAN DIEGO, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GBT Technologies Inc. (OTC PINK: GTCH) (“GBT” or the “Company”) is researching the development of a machine learning driven radio frequency (RF) cybersecurity system and protocol. Typical wireless security depends […]

Digital Insurance Platform Global Market Report 2022: Internet Penetration & Usage Patterns Encourage Adoption of Digital Insurance Model

Dublin, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Digital Insurance Platform – Global Market Trajectory & Analytics” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Global Digital Insurance Platform Market to Reach $186.4 Billion by 2027 In the changed post COVID-19 business landscape, the global market for Digital Insurance Platform estimated at US$102.2 Billion in the […]

e& and SES Join Forces to Offer One-Hop Connectivity to Microsoft Azure

e& teleport extended from SmartHub Data Center to easily provide global reach and high-quality services Premium access/performance to Microsoft Azure services made available to SES and Microsoft customers globally LUXEMBOURG & DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Carrier and Wholesale Services (C&WS) division of e& (formerly known as Etisalat Group) today announced its partnership with Microsoft […]

swIDch wins ‘Transaction Security Solution of the Year’ at the CyberSecurity Breakthrough Awards for the third year

LONDON, UK, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — swIDch, an innovative cyber security start-up with offices in London, Seoul & Singapore today announced it has once again been selected as a winner at the annual CyberSecurity Breakthrough Awards, taking home the win for “Transaction Security Solution of the Year”. swIDch has now claimed the top prise at this prestigious annual […]

ICE Data Services Named Market Data Vendor of the Year in Asia Pacific Region by Asia Risk

Reflects Strong Growth in ICE’s Indices, Sustainable Finance Data and ICE Global Network Offerings in Asia ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure, today announced that Asia Risk has selected ICE Data Services as Market Data Vendor of the Year in the Asia Pacific region. This […]

Benezon joins Medxoom to lead the Healthcare Consumer Revolution

ATLANTA, Ga. & JUPITER, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Medxoom, a leading enterprise health benefits & payments platform, today announced it has acquired Benezon, an industry trusted benefits navigation solution. Medxoom’s expanding reach across the health benefits ecosystem will now include additional virtual care, compliance, care coordination, and advocacy offerings. “We’re excited to be joining forces with Medxoom,” said […]

i2c Expands Partnership with Bank of George to Create Credit Card for Gamers and Sports Enthusiasts

Collaboration expands bank’s digital financial ecosystem, seeks to tap growing consumer market REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–i2c Inc., a leading provider of digital payment and banking technology, today announced its partnership with Bank of George, the wholly owned subsidiary of GBank Financial Holdings Inc. (OTCQX: GBFH), to expand the bank’s existing gaming payments ecosystem through a […]

TheGuarantors Launches Rent and Damage Protection for Independent Landlords

Research shows struggle for small to medium-sized property owners in wake of pandemic, eviction moratoriums, and economic uncertainty NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–TheGuarantors, the fintech company building smart financial and insurance solutions for renters and landlords, today announced the rollout of its new product platform designed to help protect small- and medium-sized rental property owners. This launch […]

Rakuten TV To Expand IMAX® Enhanced Movie Collection to 100 Titles

More Fan-favorite IMAX Enhanced Movies Soon Accessible in 8 Countries Through Rakuten TV SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX), DTS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi, Inc. (NYSE: XPER), and Rakuten TV, one of the leading Video On-Demand platforms, today announced a significant expansion of the IMAX Enhanced movie collection with Rakuten TV’s commitment […]

Lair East Labs Announces 2022 Startup Accelerator Cohort

Global group of founders to receive funding, mentorship support as part of cutting edge accelerator program for AI, SaaS, FinTech, eCommerce platforms NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Lair East Labs today announced the kickoff of its 2022 startup accelerator program. Nine diverse startups have received investments of up to $150,000 through collaboration with Lair East Labs’ capital partner, […]

Bethpage Federal Credit Union Sees Boom in Real-Time Payments

Real-time payment volumes and transaction amounts grow after credit union connects to RTP® network from The Clearing House via Fiserv BROOKFIELD, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As demand increases, financial institutions that offer real-time payment capabilities are seeing growing transaction volumes. After connecting to the RTP® network from The Clearing House via NOW® Gateway from Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV), […]

PortX and Fintel Connect to Simplify Link Between Customer Acquisition Data and Banking Core for Financial Institutions

SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#banking–PortX, the financial infrastructure and integration technology company that enables financial institutions to eliminate dependencies on banking core vendors through its Integration-Platform-as-a-Service (IPaaS), announced a new partnership with Fintel Connect. Fintel Connect is a leader in partner marketing technology for the financial services industry. The company’s turn-key platform helps financial institutions safely scale their […]

Intuit’s Global Financial Technology Platform Architecture Drives Technology Innovation for Customers With Speed at Scale

Intuit’s Core Capabilities Fuel Growth and Rapid Innovation to Solve Customers’ Most Important Financial Problems MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Intuit (Nasdaq: INTU), the global financial technology platform that makes TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp, is fueling innovation through a common architecture shared by all of the company’s applications. At Investor Day 2022, Intuit Chief Technology […]

Greenlight Adds Family Safety Capabilities to Help Parents Raise Financially-Smart, Independent Teens

Leading fintech becomes first to combine family finance and family safety with new Greenlight Infinity offering ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Greenlight® Financial Technology, Inc. (“Greenlight”), the fintech company on a mission to empower parents to raise financially-smart, independent kids, today announced Greenlight Infinity, a first-of-its-kind subscription plan designed to help parents power their teens’ independence with personal finance […]

Earnin Awarded Top Honors in Globee’s® 10th Annual CEO World Awards

Gold – Company of the Year, Fintech and Gold – CEO of the Year, Fintech PALO ALTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Earnin, the leader in building products for a more equitable financial system and a better life for those living paycheck to paycheck, today announced that it has been awarded Gold in the 2022 Globee® CEO World Awards […]

ACI Worldwide’s Speedpay and Leading Loan Servicing Fintech – Constant – Modernize Customer Experience

Collaboration ups customer digital engagement, increasing loan volumes and streamlining collections MIAMI & FALMOUTH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#billpayments—ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), a global leader in mission-critical, real-time payments software, and Constant, a leading fintech in self-service loan management software, announced a partnership that will allow lenders to increase loan volumes, streamline their collection process, drive revenue and lower […]

ELGA Credit Union Goes Live on Scienaptic’s AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform

Deployment to help ELGA automate credit decisioning and increase credit access NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Scienaptic AI, a leading global AI-powered credit decision platform provider, announced today that Michigan-based ELGA Credit Union has completed implementation and gone live on its platform. Integrating the platform with ELGA Credit Union’s LOS (Symitar ELA) and going live enables the credit […]

Lumanu’s Payouts Platform Now Integrates with Quickbooks, Zapier, and Supports International Creators, Influencers and Freelancers

Lumanu enhances offering with new integrations and expanded support for international users OAKLAND, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Lumanu, the company building the financial infrastructure for the future of work, announces today expanded support for international creators, influencers and freelancers as well as new integrations with Quickbooks and Zapier. The rise of remote opportunities and modern communication tools has […]

Flash News: OKX offers support for BNB Smart Chain and Aptos Network

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OKX, the world-leading cryptocurrency platform, has offered updates for the week beginning October 10, 2022. OKX now supports BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) network hard fork OKX now supports the Ethereum hard fork and upgrade, which took place at the block height of 22,107,423, or approximately at 08:00 […]