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NatWest Markets sets up blockchain team

NatWest is to formalise its blockchain strategy with the launch of a new digital team in its capital markets business.

Innovate Finance appoints three new non-executive directors

This follows on from the permanent appointment of CEO Janine Hirt, who took on the role of Interim CEO in May 2021 and was appointed as CEO in autumn 2021.

More than half of organizations have gaps in their zero-trust implementations

Organizations Struggle to Consistently Authenticate Users and Devices

No Britcoin crypto: House of Lords says no to digital pound but Bank of England undeterred despite run on cash warning

The committee said that none of the witnesses who came before it were able to make a “convincing case” for why the UK needs a retail central bank digital currency.

BBVA Switzerland expands its crypto offering with the support of Avaloq technology

A key benefit of this solution is that the crypto management system is linked with Avaloq’s banking platforms, alongside other asset classes.

Millions of banking app users exposed to security flaw: HSBC, NatWest, Monzo, Santander, Starling and Virgin Money customers all affected

Six banks – HSBC, NatWest, Santander, Starling, the Co-operative Bank and Virgin Money – let people choose passwords that include their first name and/or surname, the research found.

IQ-EQ Selects DealCloud to Deliver Industry-Leading CRM Capabilities

Comprehensive Platform Will Enhance Relationship Management for Global Investor Services Group

Contis adds Ecospend to banking-as-a-service platform

As a result, Contis customers will be able to make instant payments between accounts, including holding accounts, allowing them to perform immediate withdrawals, refunds and ensure guaranteed deposits.

Analytics transformation in wealth management

Modernization can be game changing when it targets the role of RMs.

UK parliament launches crypto group

The UK's parliament has launched a cross-party group of MPs and Lords to cover the crypto and digital assets sector.

ERI wins two awards with its client Stern International Bank at the IBSI Global Fintech Innovation Awards 2021

These awards distinguish outstanding organisations from across the globe, with 191 banks and technology companies submitting 180 nominations from 48 countries.

Revolut launches as a bank in 10 Western European countries

Revolut has launched as a bank in 10 Western European countries, enabling it to offer its customers in these markets deposit protection.

Asset and Wealth Management 2022: Strategic priorities for middle and back office

While the long-term return to work strategy remains unclear, firms face a range of immediate challenges as we head into the new year.

How to build a better digital onboarding journey

Lessons from banks, fintechs and financial institutions on how to win new customers in a super-competitive digital landscape

SEB's new Baltic app helps measure carbon footprint

SEB has created the tool together with Deedster

First Russian fintechs join open API pilots

Fintech companies involved in piloting open APIs gain competitive advantages, such as the ability to exchange data with the largest players in the financial market, and reduce costs when launching new products and services.

Madrid-based GuruCall picks up an additional €500k for its business advice marketplace

The premise behind the platform is to enable budding entrepreneurs and founders to access business advice and have the opportunity to learn from seasoned market professionals.

Addressing the challenge of personalisation in SME Banking

Personalisation is the key to the success of digital banking initiatives for SMEs, but how do banks achieve this in such a diverse market?

London’s Fintech Boom Opens the Door for Dirty Money

Among the more than 200 electronic money institutions licensed in the U.K. are ones with executives or shareholders tied to alleged financial wrongdoing.

AllianzGI adds robotics to €3.4bn thematic fund

The asset manager has replaced the fund’s artificial intelligence strand, following AI’s wider adoption within the strategy’s other themes.

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