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NYMBUS Takes Digital Banking to New Heights with Red Hat

Fintech pioneer helps credit unions and community banking customers accelerate the shift to digital with open source cloud platform RALEIGH, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#fintech–Red Hat, Inc., the world’s leading provider of open source solutions, today announced that NYMBUS® has established Red Hat OpenShift as the cloud platform for its digital banking ecosystem, enabling the company to help […]

Nuvei Announces US$494 Million Bought Deal Secondary Offering

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL, March 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) (TSX: NVEI and NVEI.U), the global payment technology partner of thriving brands, has announced today that funds managed by Novacap Management Inc. (collectively, “Novacap”), Whiskey Papa Fox Inc., […]

TELUS International Ranked a Leader in NelsonHall Social Media CX Services NEAT Assessment

Leading analyst firm highlights TELUS International’s ability to deliver immediate benefits in content moderation and customer care for social media services TELUS International’s expertise in the high-growth shared economy and gaming sectors highlighted in NelsonHall report VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$TIXT—TELUS International (NYSE and TSX: TIXT), a leading digital customer experience (CX) innovator that designs, builds […]

The fixed POS terminal market by revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10% during the period 2021–2026

In-depth Analysis and Data-driven Insights on the Impact of COVID-19 Included in this Global Fixed POS Terminal Market Report. The fixed POS terminal market by revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10% during the period 2021–2026. New York, March 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report “Fixed […]

GBT Seeking to Develop New EDA Technology to Achieve Improved IC DFM (Design for Manufacturing)

SAN DIEGO, March 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GBT Technologies Inc. (OTC PINK: GTCH) (“GBT” or the “Company”), is seeking to develop a new EDA (Electronic Design Automation) technology to achieve IC’s better DFM (Design For Manufacturing) analysis. As Integrated Circuits (IC) technology advances, manufacturing and complexity are constantly growing. Microchips are being scaled down to […]

Paya Announces Pricing of Public Primary and Secondary Offering of Common Stock

ATLANTA, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paya Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PAYA) (“Paya Holdings,” “Paya” or the “Company”), a leading integrated payments and commerce solution provider, today announced the pricing of the previously announced public offering of 10,000,000 shares of common stock by the Company and 10,000,000 shares of common stock by the selling stockholder, […]

Investar Holding Corporation Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend and Announces Additional Authorization under Share Repurchase Program

BATON ROUGE, La., March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Investar Holding Corporation (the “Company”) (Nasdaq:ISTR), the holding company of Investar Bank, National Association (the “Bank”), declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share to holders of Investar Holding Corporation common stock. The dividend is payable on April 30, 2021 to shareholders of record as […]

Invstr Unveils Smarter Investment Tools Combined with Secure & Convenient Commission-Free Banking & Brokerage Services*

Award-Winning Social Investment App Continues its Mission to Empower Retail Investors to Outperform Wall Street with Smarter Investment Tools & the Ultimate in Security and Convenience App Has Raised Over $40mm in Funding, Including Recent Series A NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Banking–Leading social investment app Invstr sets a new standard for consumer finance apps by launching investment […]

Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation Partners With Esusu to Provide Housing Stability for Low-income Tenants Across the Nation

The campaign allows for tenants to receive no-interest loans for rental payments and an opportunity to build credit. GLENDALE, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Esusu–Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow), a nonprofit organization launched in 2002, has added to its bundle of award-winning services for low-income housing tenants. In partnership with the financial technology platform, Esusu, Rainbow can now help […]

Transact Announces Nacha WEB Debit Account Validation Rule Preparedness

Company Fulfills New Regulatory Requirement One Year Early PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#edtech—Transact, the leader in innovative payment solutions for a connected campus, today announced it has completed preparation for a new National Automated Clearing House Association (Nacha) WEB Debit Account Validation Rule that requires bank account number validation to be a mandatory part of fraudulent transaction detection […]

North Dallas Bank & Trust Co. Declares Regular Dividend of $0.25 Per Share

DALLAS, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On March 16, 2021 the North Dallas Bank & Trust Co. (OTCBB: NODB) Board of Directors declared a regular dividend of $0.25 per share. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of April 2, 2021 and will be paid on April 9, 2021. North Dallas Bank […]

Norwood Bank Partners with ZSuite Technologies to Expand Digital Offerings and Grow Deposits

Community financial institution now offering ZRent and ZDeposit BURLINGTON, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ZSuite Technologies, a financial technology company offering digital tools that help businesses and individuals automate collection of recurring payments and manage security deposits, has partnered with Mass.-based Norwood Bank. By working with ZSuite, Norwood will enhance its digital offerings as consumer expectations continue to evolve […]

Nuvei Granted Approval to Process Sports Betting Payments in Virginia

The Virginia Lottery approves fintech provider Nuvei for sports betting payment transactions MONTREAL and RICHMOND, Va., March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) (TSX: NVEI and NVEI.U), the global payment technology partner of thriving brands, announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary has been approved to support the sports betting […]

Mirato Unveils Advanced Third-Party Risk Management Platform to Provide Financial Institutions Unparalleled Visibility into Risk

Sophisticated Workflow Engine Applies AI and NLP to Identify Concentration Risks and Their Cascading Effects TEL AVIV, Israel–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#AI—Mirato, provider of a third-party risk management (TPRM) platform that orchestrates and automates the entire TPRM lifecycle, today announced the availability of its platform for financial services institutions in the U.S., which includes a fully orchestrated operations […]

Xalles Subsidiary Launches New Technology Services

Argus Technology Partners is Now Offering Argus-RX Through Their Ecommerce Platform and New Technology Management Services WASHINGTON, DC, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via NewMediaWire – Xalles Holdings Inc. (OTC: XALL), a fintech holding company providing technology and financial services solutions, announces subsidiary updates including the addition of new service offerings and revenue sources. […]

Flywire Launches eStore to Enable Digital Commerce Experiences for Clients

Powerful, robust marketplace solution provides seamless, secure and online check-out experience for Flywire clients and their customers Centralized payments hub enables clients to securely capture greater share of transaction volume throughout their organizations BOSTON, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flywire Corporation (Flywire), a global payments enablement and software company, today launched Flywire eStore, an […]

Score Priority Corp. Extends RCM-X Algo Partnership

Score Priority customers to benefit from equity execution algo integrations via the Lime platform NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Score Priority Corp. (“Score Priority”), a financial services organization for the retail and institutional trading community, announced today the extension of its existing partnership with RCM-X, a provider of algorithmic execution strategies and quantitative trading products for institutional clients. […]

Lovell Minnick Partners Announces Investment in UniversalCIS

Lovell Minnick and UniversalCIS’ Management Will Collaborate to Leverage Investment for Strategic Growth and Continued Acquisition Strategy of the Business PHILADELPHIA & LOS ANGELES & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Lovell Minnick Partners, LLC, a private equity firm focused on investments in financial services, financial technology and related business services, today announced it has acquired a majority stake […]

ACI Worldwide Customers Recognized by Celent as Winners of 2021 Model Bank and Model Risk Manager Awards

DBS Bank recognized for Corporate Digital Banking Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) recognized for Payments Infrastructure Swedbank recognized for Legacy and Ecosystem Transformation MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#ACI—ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), a leading global provider of real-time digital payment software and solutions, today announced that three of its customers—DBS Bank, Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) and […]

LenderClose Deploys HEx to Expedite, Simplify Home Equity Lending

Automated technology enables community financial institutions to process home equity transactions quicker, efficiently and deliver a better borrower experience DES MOINES, Iowa–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LenderClose, a fintech engaged in providing technology solutions to lending institutions, has launched Home Equity Express (HEx), a cloud-native technology for placement of collateral verification data and reports through an intelligent, automated workflow, […]

AnalytixInsight Launches ESG Analytics, Expands Refinitiv AI-driven Research Initiative

TORONTO, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Artificial Intelligence company, AnalytixInsight Inc. (“AnalytixInsight”, or the “Company”) (TSX-V: ALY; OTCQB: ATIXF), announces that it has expanded its AI-driven research solution with Refinitiv to include ESG analytics. Under the Refinitiv initiative, the Company has already published more than 13,000 reports on company earnings, dividend quality, and pre-revenue […]

Sightline Payments Appoints Jonathan Michaels as Senior Vice President of Strategic Development and Government Affairs

Key new executive brings extensive industry experience and relationships to the Sightline Payments team to accelerate momentum on cashless gaming, responsible gaming, and more Jonathan Michaels Sightline Payments Appoints Jonathan Michaels as Senior Vice President of Strategic Development and Government Affairs LAS VEGAS, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sightline Payments, a dynamic Financial Technology […]

Flexiti Launches Buy Now Pay Later Financing at Sleep Country and Dormez-vous

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Flexiti Financial (“Flexiti”), a leading provider of point-of-sale consumer financing solutions for retailers, announced today that Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (“Sleep Country”) (TSX: ZZZ), Canada’s leading specialty mattress retailer, has launched its omni-channel 0% interest financing1 solution. Sleep Country Canada and Dormez-vous customers are now eligible for Flexiti’s buy now pay later solution. […]

GBT – 3D Chip and Memory Patent Enters the Regional Phase in Europe

SAN DIEGO, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GBT Technologies Inc. (OTC PINK: GTCH) (“GBT” or the “Company”), is pleased to report a continuation to its prior release – www.otcmarkets.com/stock/GTCH/news/story?e&id=1829166 that the above-mentioned PCT application has entered the regional phase in Europe on March 16, 2021.  The application has been allocated the number 19862631.9 and designates […]

Feedzai Fairband: World’s most advanced framework for AI fairness

New patent-pending AutoML algorithm that automatically discovers less biased machine learning models with zero additional model training cost while increasing model fairness by 93% Innovation recognized as “Fraud Prevention Innovation of the Year” by Fintech Breakthrough Awards SAN MATEO, Calif. and LONDON, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Feedzai, the leading cloud-based financial risk management […]

City National Bank Appoints John H. Bai Chief Financial Officer

Bai Joins from RBC to Succeed Christopher J. Carey LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — City National Bank, America’s Premier Private and Business Bank®, today announced that John H. Bai will join the company as chief financial officer, effective May 1. Bai will report to Kelly Coffey, chief executive officer of City National, […]

Waterstone Financial Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend

WAUWATOSA, Wis., March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On March 16, 2021, the Board of Directors of Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.20 per common share, payable on May 4, 2021, to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 12, 2021. About Waterstone Financial, Inc. Waterstone […]

3DLOOK Announces $6.5 Million Series A Round, Led by Almaz Capital

Tailored Brands and 1822 Denim Among Global Leaders Using Company’s AI-Powered Fit Solutions to Drive Down Apparel Returns and Boost Conversion SAN MATEO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#1822denim—3DLOOK, the global leader in AI-first mobile body measuring and fit solutions, today announced that it has raised $6.5 million in Series A funding, led by Almaz Capital with participation from […]

Qualia Named “Best FinTech Startup” in 2021 FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Prestigious Awards Program Recognizes Outstanding Financial Technology Products and Companies SAN FRANCISCO, March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Qualia, the leading digital real estate closing company, today announced that it has been selected as winner of the “Best FinTech Startup” award in the fifth annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by FinTech Breakthrough, an independent market […]

Euronet Worldwide, Inc., to Purchase Merchant Acquiring Business of Piraeus Bank in Greece

LEAWOOD, Kan., March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Euronet Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading global financial technology solutions and payments provider, announced today it has entered into an agreement to purchase the Piraeus Bank Merchant Acquiring (PBMA) business of Piraeus Bank (Bank), the largest bank in Greece1. Included within this transaction is a separately […]

Mirador Recognized for Financial Reporting Innovation in 2021 FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Prestigious Awards Program Recognizes Outstanding Financial Technology Products and Companies DARIEN, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#financialreporting—Mirador, LLC, today announced that it has been selected as winner of the “Best Data Visualization Solution” award in the fifth annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by FinTech Breakthrough, an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products […]

Total Expert Again Recognized on the Inc. 5000 Series: Midwest List

Fintech Leader Ranks in Top 50 Fastest-Growing Companies in the Midwest for Second Year in a Row MINNEAPOLIS, March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Total Expert, the customer experience platform purpose-built for modern financial institutions, was again named to the 2021 Inc. 5000 Series: Midwest list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing companies in […]

With a Two-Year Revenue Growth of 467 Percent, Fattmerchant Ranks No. 18 on Inc. Magazine’s List of Florida’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Companies on the 2021 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Florida list employed more than 83,000 people in 2019 ORLANDO, Fla., March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Inc. magazine today revealed that Fattmerchant is ranked at No. 18 on its second annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Florida list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing Florida-based private companies. Born […]

Noyo Launches Industry-First Carrier Connectivity Experience with Noyo Sync™

Noyo’s groundbreaking API-driven solution gives benefits technology platforms an enriched data exchange experience in collaboration with leading carriers Ameritas, Beam Dental, Humana, Principal Financial Group, Sun Life U.S., and more. SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#API–Noyo, the leading API platform powering the age of connected insurance, today announced the launch of Noyo Sync™, the industry’s first API product […]

Banco Bradesco Joins LiquidX Platform as First Latin American Funder

NEW YORK, March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LiquidX, the global technology platform for working capital, trade finance, and insurance, is pleased to welcome Banco Bradesco to its network. Banco Bradesco, founded in 1943, is the second largest private sector bank in Brazil by total assets, serving clients through 79.9 thousand Service Points, 70 million […]

Global Fintech Provider Nuvei Joins the American Gaming Association

Nuvei’s Chief Corporate Development Officer, Neil Erlick, appointed to board of directors WASHINGTON and MONTREAL, March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) (TSX: NVEI and NVEI.U), the global payment technology partner of thriving brands, announces it has joined the American Gaming Association (AGA). The AGA is the premier national trade […]

Cover Genius Accelerates US Growth with Appointment of Darcy Shapiro as Chief Operating Officer, Americas, and Amir Massoudi as Global Chief Revenue Office

NEW YORK, March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cover Genius, the global insurtech leader whose insurance distribution platform provides protection for the customers of some of the world’s largest online companies, has named Darcy Shapiro Chief Operating Officer, Americas, and Amir Massoudi Global Chief Revenue Officer. The appointments reflect Cover Genius’ growth in the US […]

Invoice Cloud Helps the Insurance Industry Drive Digital Transformation at a Record Pace

Over 150 P&C Insurance carriers have contracted with Invoice Cloud to accelerate their digital transformation and enhance their customer experience. BRAINTREE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Invoice Cloud, an EngageSmart solution for online bill payment services, today announced significant growth in the insurance industry, having signed 150 insurance customers in 36 months. Invoice Cloud now serves customers in large […]

Recruiter.com Partners with QuickFee, Bringing Flexible Online Payment Solutions to More than 800,000 Recruiting and HR Professionals

HOUSTON, March 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Recruiter.com Group, Inc. (OTCQB: RCRT), an on-demand hiring platform powered by more than 28,000 recruiters and AI and video hiring technology, is today announcing that QuickFee has joined its roster of partner companies, bringing flexible online payment solutions to the growing Recruiter.com Marketplace. The Recruiter.com Marketplace provides its […]