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Vergent LMS Customer Portal Provides an Omnichannel Experience for Borrowers

RIDGELAND, Miss.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Vergent, a premier fintech lending platform, offers a configurable white-label customer portal to assist borrowers in originating and self-servicing loans. Vergent’s customer portal allows borrowers to easily manage their loans in one place. The portal enables borrowers to easily apply for new loans or refinance existing loans. Self-servicing is made possible with the […]

Netcapital Inc. Portfolio Company Zelgor Games Completes Third Successful Stability Test of First Mobile Game, Advances Product Toward Official Launch

Soft launch of Noobs in Space expected in 2022 BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$NCPL #NetcapitalPortfolio—Netcapital Inc. (OTCQX: NCPL), a digital private markets ecosystem, today announced that portfolio company Zelgor Games has successfully completed the third stability test of its first mobile game, Noobs in Space. The stability test was conducted last month in India over a ten-day span, […]

GBT Starts Development of a Wearable Version of its qTerm Device.

The company is now laying qTerm’s wearable version architecture, which is planned to be an intelligent health monitoring solution SAN DIEGO, Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GBT Technologies Inc. (OTC PINK: GTCH) (“GBT”, or the “Company”) started the development of its wearable version of its qTerm device. GBT’s qTerm, is a human vitals device […]

Nav streamlines loan and funding landscape for small businesses with latest embedded finance partner, Creditsafe

Nav and Creditsafe partnership unlocks one-stop access to personalized financing recommendations via the MyCreditsafe dashboard SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nav, the simple and intelligent financing platform for small businesses, today announced its integrated partnership with Creditsafe, the business intelligence experts providing instant access to business credit reports worldwide. Easy access […]

Pontoro Raises Over $6 Million Preferred Seed Round for Infrastructure Financing Digital Asset Platform

Investment round led by Ulu Ventures, with participation from Franklin Templeton, Banca Intesa Sanpaolo’s Neva Ventures group, Illuminate Financial, Adit Ventures, Fin Venture Capital, Viking Maccabee Ventures, Bloccelerate Ventures, Nevcaut Ventures, Quest Venture Partners, and others. Seed funding scales company in preparation for the launch of its institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure investing platform. MOUNTAIN VIEW, […]

Pico Expands its Services at Japan Exchange Group Colocation Facility

Introduces new shared hosting with ultra-low latency connectivity to this major Asia-Pacific liquidity pool NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pico, a leading provider of mission critical technology, data and analytic services for the financial markets community, has further invested in its managed colocation facility at Japan Exchange Group, Inc. (JPX), launching shared managed […]

New Data-Driven Insights from Juniper Square Enable General Partners to Fundraise Smarter Not Harder

Powerful new analytics software, Juniper Square Insights, optimizes fundraising; automated, investor-ready Asset Reports deliver property summaries within seconds SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#CRE—Juniper Square, the leading provider of investment management solutions for commercial real estate (CRE), today announced the launch of two new product offerings, Juniper Square Insights and Asset Reports, that provide powerful analytics and streamlined […]

Deep Knowledge Group: Deep Pharma Intelligence Releases Analytical Study “5 High-impact Cancer Vaccine Platforms”

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Deep Pharma Intelligence released a special report “5 High-impact Cancer Vaccine Platforms”, which profiles the ecosystem of cancer vaccines companies on the cutting-edge of the field, and identify research strategies and platforms for cancer vaccine development holding the greatest potential to lead to breakthrough innovations in the coming years. It delivers advanced market profiling, […]

Visa Introduces Crypto Advisory Services to Help Partners Navigate a New Era of Money Movement

The case for crypto is getting stronger for financial institutions; new global research finds nearly 40% of crypto owners would be likely to switch primary banks to one that offers crypto products SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Visa (NYSE: V), the world’s leader in digital payments, today announced the launch of Visa’s Global Crypto Advisory Practice, an offering […]

CR2 Continues to Drive Innovation as Cardless ATM Access Goes Live in Eight Countries

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#CR2—It’s a major concern for banking customers worldwide in this time of a global pandemic – how can they access their daily banking needs without touching surfaces such as ATMs? CR2 (www.CR2.com) enables you to respond to these concerns and allow your banking customers to withdraw cash without physically touching the ATM, by simply […]

IDT Corporation Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2022 Results

NEWARK, NJ, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IDT Corporation (NYSE: IDT), a global provider of fintech, cloud communications, and traditional communications services, today reported results for the first quarter of its 2022 fiscal year, the three months ended October 31, 2021. FIRST QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2022 (1Q22) HIGHLIGHTS (Throughout this release, results are for […]

i2c Sets Industry Record with More Than 20 New Implementations Across 10 Markets in November

Global payments and digital banking leader reports strong global demand for its services with another 50 new implementations slated to be completed before Q1 2022 REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#credit—i2c Inc., a leading provider of digital payment and banking technology, today announced it had deployed more than 20 new payment and digital banking programs for clients […]

Usio and Voyager Digital Extend Exclusive ACH Payments Processing Relationship for Another Three Years

Provides Foundation to Expand Relationship with Fast-Growing Cryptocurrency Platform SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Usio, Inc. (Nasdaq: USIO), an integrated electronic payment solutions provider, announced today that it extended an exclusive agreement to provide Automated Clearing House (ACH) payment solutions to leading cryptocurrency platform Voyager Digital (TSX: VOYG; OTCQX: VYGVF; FRA: UCD2) […]

Astor Investment Management Announces Joining the FLX Distribution Platform

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Astor Investment Management LLC (“Astor”) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with FLX Distribution to help Astor’s National Accounts team further Astor’s product availability across wires, independents and large RIA aggregators. “As the distribution and relationship management landscapes continue to evolve, it has become clear that technology, data and diverse types of […]

Fiduciary Trust International Announces Investment in North Capital, Expanding Access to Private Securities and Digital Assets

Strategic Alliance expands Fiduciary’s access to unique investment opportunities in the private securities market, and partners North Capital with a specialized trust company and qualified custodian to further North Capital’s work around digital securities NEW YORK & SALT LAKE CITY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fiduciary Trust International, a global wealth manager and wholly-owned subsidiary of Franklin Templeton, announced a […]

CyberLink’s FaceMe® Brings Best-in-Class Facial Recognition to Bitkey’s Smart Office Platform, “workhub”

Bitkey integrated its cutting-edge workhub solution into the Tokyo Square Garden office tower, allowing each employee and visitor to experience the future of contactless smart offices TAIPEI, Taiwan–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#CyberLink—CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), a pioneer in AI and facial recognition technologies, today announced that its FaceMe® facial recognition solution has been successfully implemented by bitkey Inc. into […]

American Express Expands Partnership with Nova Credit to Help Extend Credit to More Newcomers to the U.S.

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–American Express (NYSE: AXP) announced today, in partnership with Nova Credit, that it has expanded credit access to people from Brazil, Dominican Republic, Kenya and Nigeria who have moved to the United States. The growth of this first-of-its-kind digital capability enables newcomers from nine countries to use their international credit history to quickly […]

Forter Announces Trusted Identities to Simplify Authentication for eCommerce Interactions

Improved accuracy prevents account takeovers and increases completed transactions NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Forter–Forter has launched Trusted Identities to help businesses simplify online account authentication. Trusted Identities protects against account takeovers that exploit consumer credentials and prevents fraudsters from abusing systems and policies by creating multiple accounts. By reducing the impact of bad actors, businesses can shift […]

2022 Payments Summit: Topic Lineup Revealed, Including Mobile Payment Trends, Chip Supply Challenges and The Future of Authentication

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hundreds of thought leaders from every corner of the industry will come together at the 2022 Payments Summit, hosted by the Secure Technology Alliance. Expert speakers will provide an in-depth look at the technological advances and cross-industry challenges which are shaping the payments landscape. The 14th Annual […]

LiquidX Launches Digital Distribution of Trade Finance Assets

Digital distribution eliminates inefficient, paper-based processes, improves capital utilization and risk mitigation, and provides liquidity to support clients. NEW YORK, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LiquidX, the global fintech solutions provider for working capital, trade finance, and insurance, today announced the launch of automated digital distribution technology for trade finance assets. With this launch, […]

Buckle and Amwins Specialty Auto Sign MGA Agreement in Florida

Amwins Specialty Auto to underwrite non-standard auto (NSA) insurance for Buckle as well as Buckle’s gig auto insurance for rideshare/delivery driver customers in Florida JERSEY CITY, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Amwins—Buckle, the inclusive tech-enabled financial services company, and Amwins Specialty Auto, (Amwins) a non-standard auto insurance specialist with 25 years of experience, have entered into a managing general […]

Hummingbird Raises $30M in Series B Funding to Become the CRM for Risk and Compliance Professionals

As financial institutions struggle with antiquated risk and compliance systems, Hummingbird provides a platform that meets the complex demands of a modern financial system. SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hummingbird RegTech, a provider of risk and compliance technology, today announced the company has raised $30M in Series B funding. The raise brings the total venture backed funding total […]

BHMI Announces Latest Enhancements to Industry Leading Back Office Payments Solution – Concourse Financial Software Suite

OMAHA, Neb.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#digitalpayments–In response to the everchanging technology and payment processing landscapes, payments software applications provider BHMI announced Concourse Release 4.15, the latest version of its industry-leading Concourse Financial Software Suite®, the powerful, modular back office software solution for electronic payments processing. Concourse’s integrated collection of products manages back office processing for all types of […]

Worldwide Contactless Payment Industry to 2026 – Players Include On Track Innovations, Setomatic Systems and Thales Group Among Others

Dublin, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Contactless Payment Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global contactless payment market reached a value of US$ 10.50 Billion in 2020 and is expected to reach US$ 20.7 Billion by 2026. Contactless payment refers […]

IGEN’s Nimbo Tracking and Peak Performance Team launches Nationwide Dealership Program

First Master Purchase order received for 1500 new vehicle activations Lake Elsinore, CA, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IGEN Networks Corporation (OTCQB: IGEN) (CSE: IGN), a leading innovator of cloud-based and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for the protection and management of mobile assets, today announced the launch of a nationwide Dealership Program between […]

F5 Safeguards Digital Experiences with Comprehensive Account Takeover Protection

Organizations can now prevent sophisticated threats, strengthen customer trust, and improve IT collaboration with combined app security, bot management, and anti-fraud capabilities SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–F5 (NASDAQ: FFIV) announced multiple security offerings to bridge security and fraud team operations that help customers block automated and human-driven malicious activity, shield valuable user details, and stop fraud. New solutions […]

First Southern LLC welcomes Alejandro Bueno – Latin American Markets

ATLANTA, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Southern LLC has entered the Latin American markets with the hire of Alejandro Bueno. Mr. Bueno joins First Southern as Vice President of Emerging Markets Trading, expanding the firm’s product line into Latin American and Sovereign Debt. Mr. Bueno has over 25 years’ experience with LPS Capital […]

Efma and Accenture Launch 7th Annual Innovation in Insurance Awards

Applications now open for global competition celebrating the best innovations in insurance PARIS & NEW YORK & HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Efma and Accenture (NYSE: ACN) are now accepting applications for the seventh annual Innovation in Insurance Awards, which recognizes the insurers and insurtechs that are transforming the industry. Established in 2016, the program rewards the best […]

Ault Global Holdings’ Subsidiary, TurnOnGreen, Receives Safety Approval for Its EV700 Residential Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment Product Line

TurnOnGreen’s EV700 Product Available for Order and Immediate Fulfillment from Amazon.com, Walmart and TurnOnGreen LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$AGH #AmosKohn—Ault Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: DPW) a diversified holding company (the “Company”), announced today that its green energy technology and power supply subsidiary, TurnOnGreen, Inc. (“TurnOnGreen”), has completed the rigorous safety testing for its TurnOnGreen™ EV700, a […]

AppTech Corp. Welcomes Bryan Guy to the Management Team as Senior Vice President of Product Management and Experiences

CARLSBAD, Calif., Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AppTech Corp. (“AppTech”) (OTC: APCX), a fintech company powering commerce experiences, today announced that Bryan Guy has joined the senior leadership team as Senior Vice President of Product Management and Experiences. Bryan joins AppTech from the technology consulting sector where he recently contributed to the development of […]

Payment Rails Rebrands as Trolley; Closes $7 Million in Series A Funding

Brand update reflects Trolley’s ambitions to drive payout-based growth; Investment validates Trolley’s progress in meeting the payout needs of a borderless, internet-based economy TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Canadian Fintech startup Payment Rails today revealed that it is rebranding as Trolley—the payouts platform for the internet economy. The newly renamed Trolley also announced its recent $7M Series A funding […]

Australian wealth management company, ClearView, harnesses Napier technology in fight against financial crime

SYDNEY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Napier, provider of leading anti-financial crime compliance solutions, has announced that Australian financial services company, ClearView, has adopted its AI-enhanced technology to support anti-money laundering (AML) activities. The technology will enable ClearView to gain better insights into its customers and identify suspicious behaviour more efficiently while having complete ownership over its AML platform. Napier’s […]

Bango and Kakao Pay partner to open-up South Korea for global merchants

Partnership brings over 37 million South Korean customers into the Bango Circle CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, Dec. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bango plc (AIM: BGO), the global platform for data-driven commerce, announces that merchants integrated to Bango now have access to the most popular mobile wallet in one of the world’s most connected countries, thanks […]

Wordline – Strategic partnership with Eurobank in Greece

Worldline signs a strategic partnershipwith Eurobank in merchant acquiring in Greece Creation of a joint venture with Eurobanksupported by long term commercial partnershipAcquisition of 80% of Eurobank Merchant Acquiring activities A leading position in the dynamic Greek marketPortfolio of 123,000 merchants directly owned High growth with synergies potentialcombining Eurobank Merchant Acquiring activitieswith Cardlink acceptance network […]

Salucro’s New Report Shows Provider Loyalty is Heavily Influenced by the Patient Financial Experience

Salucro’s 2021 Patient Payment Technology Report highlights how both patient billing accuracy and the financial experience can drastically impact a patient’s loyalty to their healthcare provider, along with speed to payment, with 65% of patients stating they’ll pay their balances faster if their billing preferences are used. PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Salucro Healthcare Solutions, a leading healthcare payment […]

Inveniam Achieves SOC 2 Type 1 Certification

Completion of audit affirms Inveniam’s dedication to security and accountability NORTHVILLE, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Inveniam, a fintech company bringing transparency to data-rich private market assets, announced today the completion of its SOC 2 Type 1 certification. Achieving SOC 2 Type 1 certification entails undergoing a rigorous audit overseen by an independent auditor to ensure a firm’s process […]

Nearside (formerly Hatch) Raises $58 Million Series B for Free Checking Account with Universal 1% Cashback Rewards for Business

Nearside Team The Nearside Team in Chicago for an Offsite SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Dec. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Nearside (formerly Hatch) announced a $58 million Series B round of funding, seven months after announcing its $20mm Series A in April 2021. The Series B was led by Valar Ventures, with additional investors Kleiner […]

ECI Expands into Canada to Meet Growing Demand for Managed IT Services by Financial Firms

Momentum Continues as Mid-Market Financial Companies Look to Industry-leading Portfolio to Simplify IT, Transform and Grow Their Business BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ECI, the leader in managed services and cybersecurity for the global financial services industry, today announced it has expanded into Canada. The move was prompted by demand from mid-market financial firms for its managed services, which […]

Jerome Baker Designs and FDCTech Collaborate to Bring Luxury Glass Digital Art to Global Crypto Audience

Irvine, CA, Dec. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FDCTech, Inc. (“FDC” or the “Company,” OTCQB: FDCT), a fully integrated financial technology company with a full suite of digital financial services solutions, today announced a collaboration agreement to create the NFT Venture where Jerome Baker Designs will create unique digital art pieces and corresponding physical assets […]