Personetics appoints Udi Ziv as new CEO as co-founder David Sosna steps down
Ziv has previously been CEO at Kissterra, Earnix and Pontis in recent years.
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AI wars: a new hope or the phantom menace?
A deep dive into the practical uses of AI through the lens of the FCA’s Consumer Duty.
Mexican neobank Hey Banco’s split from Banregio due for 2025
The move, announced in 2020, was expedited by Hey Banco’s banking licence authorisation last July.
Canada’s EQ Bank taps Trulioo for ID verification solution
EQ Bank to leverage Trulioo’s “customised onboarding experiences” to stay ahead of industry practices.
Awards win for SmartStream: leading innovation in reconciliation (and more)
Combining the heritage of delivering trusted reconciliation solutions with being genuinely agile.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Fordefi, Mia Share, Kema, Coba and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
RockWallet bags former Wyre users after acquiring the firm’s full customer base
The companies have not disclosed the amount paid for Wyre’s customer base.
US Bank partners Pagaya Technologies for inclusive lending with AI
The bank is to instate Pagaya’s AI tech within its Simple Loan function.
Mission Lane appoints former board member Brandon Black as new CEO
Previous CEO Shane Holdaway will guide the firm’s transition as special advisor to Black.
FinTech Futures: Top five news stories of the week – 16 February 2024
Our pick of the top fintech news stories this week includes Monese, Virgin Money, Bank of America and more.
How to choose the right 3D Secure software – an issuer’s guide
A comprehensive guide to ensure you make the best decision when it comes to implementing 3D Secure technology.
What the FinTech? | S.5 Episode 2 | Tokenisation and blockchain interoperability
In the latest episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Jack Pouderoyen, Innovation Manager at Swift.
Ripple acquires Standard Custody & Trust Company to strengthen regulatory licences
Ripple has recently announced custody partnerships with HSBC, BBVA and Zodia Custody.
Canada’s Float bags $37m credit facility from Silicon Valley Bank
The Toronto-based fintech says the new facility will be used to expand its Charge Card programme.
2024 Document Fraud Report
From first-party fraud to fraudulent templates available online, here are the most critical risks teams who fight fraud should be aware of.
Nordic Capital snaps up Canadian SaaS fintech Zafin
Zafin has partnerships with a number of global banks including Wells Fargo, HSBC, PNZ and ING.
Successful AI driven marketing strategies are inextricably linked to high quality data and efficient delivery thereof
Is your data strategy up to the challenge? Learn how artificial intelligence can help you reinvent marketing ops.
Deadline extended for Banking Tech Awards USA nominations
You now have until Friday 23 February to get your nominations in.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Navro, Finally, Cashinvoice, SUMA Wealth and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
FinTech Futures: Top five news stories of the week – 9 February 2024
Our pick of the top fintech news stories this week includes Worldline, Deutsche Bank, Barclays and more.
Jennifer Taylor joins Plaid as the company’s first president
Taylor joins the fintech from Cloudflare, where she served as CPO for the past seven years.
Nepal Clearing House selects ACI Worldwide to power National Payment Switch service
Nepal Clearing House expects to launch its NPS service in Q4 2024.
It’s time for core banking to get real
There are huge opportunities for real-time banking to hyper-personalise banking.
Pagaya secures five-year $280m credit facility led by BlackRock
The new facility consists of a $255 million term loan and a $25 million revolver.
Oregon State Credit Union partners Bankjoy for account opening and loan solutions
The credit union has signed for the vendor’s online account opening and online loan application product suite.
Entrust in exclusive talks to acquire ID verification solutions provider Onfido
Reuters reports that the deal could potentially value Onfido at around $650 million.
Vast Bank exits cryptocurrency market, closes crypto banking mobile app
The bank disabled and removed the Vast Crypto Mobile Banking app from app stores on 31 January.
Raymond James Bank to deploy ICE Mortgage Technology’s lending solution Encompass
The software will support the origination of mortgages for high-net-worth borrowers.
B2B finance automation platform Ramp acquires Venue to revamp procurement product
The value of the Venue acquisition has not been disclosed.
Canoe Intelligence appoints former CIA analyst Noel Calhoun as new CTO
Calhoun joins the fintech from Onsights.io, where he held the role of CTO for just under two years.
Banking Technology Magazine February 2024 issue out now
Cover story: PLANT LIFE – Talking flora and quantum computing.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Kafene, General Index, Mesh and Netcetera
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
Mexican banking heavyweight Banorte taps SAP Fioneer to launch digital bank Bineo
The app-based offering launched this week with account and lending services.
How Lithuania became a fintech hub in Europe
Lithuania’s fintech scene is thriving thanks to an environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.
State of play: payments
Today, consumers have more options than ever to make payments. So which method will ultimately win?
Blackhawk Network inks agreement to acquire Rewards-as-a-Service platform Tango Card
The acquisition, which will combine both parties’ rewards platforms, is expected to close later this year.
The State of AI in Enablement: 2023 Report
The report takes stock of current AI familiarity, expectations, and challenges among enablement technology users.
Conversational AI platform Kore.ai raises $150m funding to fuel growth
The funding will enable Kore.ai to scale its workforce and further develop its product offering.
What the FinTech? | S.5 Episode 1 | The growth of fintech in Africa
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Hangwi Muambadzi, Principal and Head of Africa at CommerzVentures.
YouLend secures £4bn private securitisation deal with JP Morgan
The deal will enable YouLend to provide additional revenue-based financing to SMEs.
