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EML CTO Jason Nadler’s Childhood Admiration For Bill Gates Comes Full Circle With EML’s Move To Microsoft Azure

Fast growth FinTech EML has chosen Microsoft Azure to accelerate its go-to-market capabilities KANSAS CITY, Mo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jason Nadler is Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at EML Payments Limited (ASX: EML) (S&P/ASX 200). With a background in business and technology, he understands complex technical problems and solutions in the market. He translates this into how best it […]

KOHO continues their fight against banking BS launching initiative to help Canadians fight bank fee increases

TORONTO, May 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Fintech KOHO furthers their commitment to challenging traditional banking through the launch of their “Fight the Fee” campaign. This initiative was designed in response to the Big 5 Banks raising account fees and minimum balance requirements while the COVID-19 pandemic continues. “Fight the Fee” aims to help […]

Micro Insurance Company and ImaliPay Partner to Deliver Digital Insurance Products to Africa’s Gig Workers

Micro Insurance Company x ImaliPay Partnership NEW YORK, May 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MicroEnsure (now part of the Micro Insurance Company) and ImaliPay are partnering to deliver digital insurance products to Africa’s gig workers. These unique insurance products will provide this underserved sector with a safety net, so when the unexpected happens, people are […]

IDEMIA Enters the Japanese Payment Cards Industry as It Launches Its First Banking Card

Compliant with the JIS2 standard, IDEMIA supplies its contactless cards to domestic major issuers and Fintech issuers in Japan TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As the global leader in Augmented Identity, payment card issuance and payment solutions, IDEMIA (Japan office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Vice President of Japan Sales: Nezu Nobuyoshi), today announced that it will provide dual-interface credit cards to […]

Envestnet to Participate in Upcoming Conferences

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Envestnet, Inc. (NYSE: ENV), today announced that the Company will be participating in the following virtual investor conferences: On Thursday, June 3, 2021, the Company will be participating at William Blair’s 41st Annual Growth Stock Conference. On Tuesday, June 8, 2021, the Company will be participating at Baird’s 2021 Global Consumer, Technology and Services […]

Flywire Corporation Closes IPO and Full Exercise of Underwriters’ Option to Purchase Additional Shares

BOSTON, May 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flywire Corporation (“Flywire”), a global payments enablement and software company, today announced the closing of its initial public offering of 12,006,000 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $24.00 per share, including the full exercise by the underwriters of their option to purchase […]

Transact Makes Leadership Commitment to the University of Limerick’s New Immersive Software Engineering Program

Transact to Host ISE Program Residencies, Join Global Coalition on ISE Advisory Board LIMERICK, Ireland & PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#MSc–With a goal of modernizing how computer science is taught through immersive learning, Transact, the leader in innovative payment solutions for a connected campus, today committed its support to the University of Limerick’s new Immersive Software Engineering (ISE) […]

Review and Analysis of the Data Measuring the Size of the Unbanked Population in the U.S., 2021 Report

Dublin, May 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “The U.S. Unbanked Issue is Improving; Are You Part of the Solution?” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The efforts of fintechs and, to a lesser degree, traditional financial institutions to provide robust banking solutions to the unbanked population through prepaid cards are helping individuals to […]

First Horizon Corporation to Announce Financial Results and Host Conference Call on July 16

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Horizon Corporation (NYSE:FHN) plans to announce second quarter 2021 financial results on July 16, 2021. The news release and supplemental materials will be available at ir.fhnc.com at approximately 6:45 am ET/5:45 am CT. FHN management will host a live presentation that morning with details as follows: Time: […]

OriginClear® Files Trademark For $H2O as a Water Coin Designed to Streamline Payments for Water Services

CLEARWATER, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$OCLN #water—OriginClear Inc. (OTC Pink: OCLN), FinTech for Clean Water™, filed a trademark application for the mark $H2O™. “We’ve applied to trademark this universal symbol for water, H2O, with the customary dollar sign prefix for cryptocurrency, representing our planned blockchain system,” said OriginClear® CEO Riggs Eckelberry. “We intend to invest in crypto development […]

Capital City Bank Group, Inc. Announces Cash Dividend

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Directors of Capital City Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCBG) declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $.15 per share. The dividend produces an annualized rate of $.60 per common share and is payable on June 21 to shareowners of record as […]

First Horizon Corporation to Participate in KBW Virtual US Regional Bank Leaders Conference

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Horizon Corporation (NYSE: FHN) today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Bryan Jordan, will participate at the KBW Virtual US Regional Bank Leaders Conference on June 7, 2021 at 12:15 pm ET. A live webcast of the event along with an audio replay will be […]

Gainsight Kicks Off 2021 With 136% YoY Bookings Growth; Announces Global Hiring Plan to Support Accelerating Customer Success Movement

Company Grows Bookings 136% Year-Over Year; Accelerates Hiring Plan with Goal to Surpass 1,000 Employees Worldwide by the End of 2021 SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Gainsight, the Customer Success company, today announced highlights from a record-breaking first quarter, which ended April 30th. The company’s latest financial results continued to build on its momentum from a record-breaking 2020 […]

NestEgg Launches ‘Freedom’ To Give All Real Estate Investors Access to Affordable Property Management Service

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NestEgg, a fintech software company that helps growth-minded mom and pop real estate investors reach their goals of financial independence faster with easy online property management, today announced the launch of their Freedom plan. With NestEgg’s Freedom plan, real estate investors are able to turn their long-term rentals into truly passive income with full-service […]

Shokworks Powers State of the Art Platforms to Transform Metrospaces to a Prop-Tech Company

DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#blockhain–Since its inception in 2012, Metrospaces, Inc. (OTC: MSPC) built its reputation as a luxury real estate developer by creating unique property opportunities. President Oscar Brito had decades of experience, including London’s Bulgari Hotel and others. However, this innovative leader saw more in the property company, and he sought to transform his company to […]

Equifax Canada data indicates COVID-19 financial crisis is not over for consumers, small businesses

Analysis indicates growing concern for uneven K-shaped recovery Average Spend on Credit Cards The line graph charts the average spend on credit cards, which is returning to normal levels. Moving into Delinquency The bar graph indicates that credit conditions are improving across age groups. TORONTO, May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equifax Canada has released […]

Ackroo releases Q1 2021 Financial Results

Ackroo achieves 13th consecutive positive EBITDA quarter HAMILTON, Ontario, May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ackroo Inc. (the “Company” or “Ackroo”) (TSX-V: AKR) (OTC: AKRFF), a loyalty marketing, payments and point-of-sale technology and services provider, has filed its financial results for the period ended March 31, 2021. The results for the period ended March 31, […]

CSI Launches Digital Document Solution to Transform Customer Communications for Banks and Regulated Organizations

PADUCAH, Ky.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Computer Services, Inc. (CSI) (OTCQX: CSVI), a provider of end-to-end fintech and regtech solutions, announces the launch of CSI InfoSlips, a globally deployed, digital document engagement solution that transforms the statement and customer communication experience. The new offering enables regulated organizations such as financial institutions, insurance providers and healthcare companies to consume a […]

Lead Semantics Selects Fluree for TextDistil, a Secure Natural Language Processing Pipeline for Enterprise Data Management Teams

Fluree and Lead Semantics, two North Carolina technology companies, announce TextDistil for enterprise data teams building data fabrics and knowledge graphs TextDistil’s rules-powered neural language pipeline, powered by Fluree’s semantic graph database, will help convert text and other unstructured data into FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable) digital assets for analysis or operational applications TextDistil […]

SpiderRock Partners with CloudQuant to provide Historical Derivatives Data Access via API

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Fintech–SpiderRock Gateway Technologies and CloudQuant (CQ) prove that access to large, complex, point-in-time historical data doesn’t have to be difficult. SpiderRock launched the Liberator API service which allows clients to skip the complex data onboarding process and simply use Microsoft Excel(™) or common programming languages to access data with one simple interface. SpiderRock Liberator, […]

Reply Sustainable Investment Challenge 2021: the Competition Ends With Over 14,600 Participants From 91 Countries Worldwide

On the podium are Guido Alberto Marsico (22 years old, University of Suor Orsola Benincasa of Naples), Vittorio Ranieri (21 years old, Bocconi University) and Vincenzo D’Ambrosio (24 years old, LUISS University). TURIN, Italy–(BUSINESS WIRE)–With the announcement of the winners, the Sustainable Investment Challenge, the online competition created by Banca Generali and Reply in collaboration […]

Tavant Partners with Hay Group as it Expands into Australia

Partnership marks creation of joint digital banking & lending solution with full, end-to-end integration SANTA CLARA, Calif. / SURRY HILLS, Australia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#banking—Tavant, a Silicon Valley-based provider of AI-powered digital technologies, today announced it has entered into a strategic alliance with Hay Group, an Australian fintech provider, to deliver the full payment and lending spectrum of […]

Nuvei to be Added to MSCI Canada Index

MONTREAL, May 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) (TSX: NVEI and NVEI.U), the global payment technology partner of thriving brands, today announced that effective as of the close of the market on May 27, 2021 it will be added as a member of the MSCI Canada Index, as part of […]

Kearny Financial Corp. Announces Completion of Stock Repurchase Plan and Commencement of New Stock Repurchase Plan

FAIRFIELD, N.J., May 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kearny Financial Corp. (NASDAQ GS: KRNY) (the “Company”), the holding company for Kearny Bank, announced the completion of its previously disclosed 5% stock repurchase plan which authorized the repurchase of 4,210,520 shares. Such shares were repurchased at a cost of $51.1 million, or $12.15 per share. A […]

Financial Institutions, Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

WARSAW, N.Y., May 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Financial Institutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISI) (the “Company”), parent company of Five Star Bank, SDN Insurance Agency, LLC (“SDN”), Courier Capital, LLC (“Courier Capital”) and HNP Capital, LLC (“HNP Capital”), announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per outstanding common share. […]

Capgemini Press Release // As FinTech firms become increasingly profitable, traditional banks counter with branded digital-only subsidiaries

Good evening, Please find below the press release issued today. Best regards, ___________________________________________________________________ Marishka MartinsGroup PR Consultant | Marketing & Creative Services Capgemini India | Mumbaiwww.capgemini.com Tel.: +91 9930835325 Email: [email protected]_____________________________ As FinTech firms become increasingly profitable, traditional banks counter with branded digital-only subsidiaries Paris, May 26, 2021 – FinTechs are approaching their next maturity […]

Technology Company Obie Launches to Reinvent the Investment Property Insurance Process, Saving Landlords and Real Estate Investors as Much as 30%

Company debuts the first instant quote platform for landlords; now offers coverage in all 50 states Obie closes $10.7 million Series A, led by Battery Ventures CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Batteryventures–Launching today, emerging InsurTech innovator Obie unveiled its new insurance offering, specifically targeting landlords and investment property owners. Obie’s instant quote platform for landlords, the first of its […]

The Bancorp Announces Launch of New Corporate Website

With its new look, the website encapsulates a unified brand from The Bancorp and highlights the Company’s dedication to elevating the financial services industry WILMINGTON, Del.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#AlwaysAPartner—The Bancorp, Inc. (“The Bancorp”) (Nasdaq: TBBK), is pleased to announce the launch of the Company’s newly-designed corporate website. The project is the result of an initiative to further […]

Apex Fintech Solutions to Launch Product Providing Investors with Immediate Access to Cash Following Sale of U.S. Equities

Innovative offering to simulate instant trade settlement by making funds immediately available to investors Product to launch in Third Quarter 2021 DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Apex Fintech Solutions LLC (“Apex”), the “fintech for fintechs” powering innovation and the future of digital wealth management, today announced it intends to launch a product that is designed to give investors immediate […]

OneTeam Capital Partners With Linear Financial Technologies to Provide Working Capital Solutions to Small Businesses

HOBOKEN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–OneTeam Capital (“OTC”) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Linear Financial Technologies (“Linear”) to deliver working capital solutions to small businesses in the United States. “This is an extremely exciting development. Linear is the market leader in providing technology, operational, and analytical solutions to banks and other financial institutions […]

April 2021 Origination Insight Report from ICE Mortgage Technology Shows Fourth Consecutive Month Faster Time to Close

Digital Mortgage Technology Plays Important Role in Accelerating Time to Close PLEASANTON, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ICE Mortgage TechnologyTM, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure, today issued its Origination Insight Report (OIR) for April 2021. In this month’s report, data show that the average time to close […]

Andrew Johnson Bank Selects Wolters Kluwer’s Compliant Lending Offerings

Online Applications, ComplianceOne®, and Vanceo™ enhance bank’s automated transaction capabilities MINNEAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#WoltersKluwer–Tennessee-based Andrew Johnson Bank has selected Wolters Kluwer Compliance Solutions’ ComplianceOne®, Vanceo™ Mortgage, and Online Applications offerings to help it streamline, automate and enhance its lending program capabilities. Online Applications for Mortgage Lending is an online application platform that enables smaller lenders to engage […]

Atlantic American Employee Benefits Selects EIS to Accelerate Group Voluntary Benefits Expansion

EIS’ core technology to automate policy administration, provide more seamless broker experience, using a SaaS delivery approach SAN FRANCISCO & ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–EIS, a core and digital platform provider for insurers, announced today that Atlantic American Employee Benefits, the voluntary division of Bankers Fidelity Life Insurance Company®, has selected EIS to launch a next-generation, digital-first platform […]

Revance Provides Update on DaxibotulinumtoxinA for Injection Pre-Approval Inspection

NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Revance Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RVNC), a biotechnology company focused on innovative aesthetic and therapeutic offerings, today announced that the FDA plans to initiate its pre-approval inspection of the company’s manufacturing facility for DaxibotulinumtoxinA for Injection by the end of June 2021. In November 2020, Revance received notification from the FDA that the Agency […]

Sunrise Credit Union Adopts nCino Platform to Provide a First-Class Member Experience

Sunrise is live with nCino’s on-line and in-branch Deposit Account Opening solution, providing clients and employees a seamless application experience TORONTO and BRANDON, Manitoba, May 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ: NCNO), a pioneer in cloud banking and digital transformation solutions for the global financial services industry, today announced that Manitoba’s Sunrise Credit […]

Visa Unlocks Digital-First Banking and Payment Experiences for Clients

With the global expansion of Visa Fintech Partner Connect, financial institutions of all sizes can access a set of Visa-certified financial technology providers SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Visa (NYSE:V), the world’s leader in digital payments, today announced the expansion of Visa Fintech Partner Connect—a program designed to help financial institutions quickly connect with a vetted and curated […]

GBT Introduces Generation II of its qTerm

GEN II Prototype qTerm Includes a Series of Enhancements SAN DIEGO, May 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GBT Technologies Inc. (OTC PINK: GTCH) (“GBT”, or the “Company”) via GBT Tokenize Corp, completed generation II of its qTerm device. The GEN II release is a second version that includes a series of enhancements that target higher […]

Global Insurtech Market Analysis & Forecast Report 2021-2028: Rising Use of Social Media to Identify Gaps and Offer Improved Customer Services Provide Numerous Growth Opportunities

Dublin, May 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Insurtech Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Deployment Model; By Insurance Type; By End-Use; By Technology; By Regions; Segment Forecast, 2021 – 2028” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global insurtech market size is expected to reach USD 45.09 billion by 2028 Significant […]

RegTech provider Napier strengthens foothold in APAC

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Napier, provider of next-generation anti-financial crime compliance solutions, has continued its aggressive global expansion by opening a second APAC office within 10 months. Adding a Kuala Lumpur presence to the Singapore base established last year, the London-headquartered company also announces senior leadership appointments to further strengthen its foothold in APAC. Wall Street and Silicon […]