09/30/2016
The top 3 tech trends disrupting businesses right now
Deloitte Digest for Technology Executives
FinTech
09/30/2016
Ardian-backed RGI buys Kapia Solutions
RGI, which is backed by Ardian, has acquired Kapia Solutions SAS, a French software provider for the insurance industry. No financial terms were disclosed.
09/29/2016
Sberbank goes blockchain with Hyperledger Project
The bank has 9000 developers in total, but not all of these will be working on blockchain.
09/29/2016
Cybersecurity expert takes wing for TwoBirds in Paris
She joined IT boutique Feral-Schuhl/Sainte-Marie, in which she created and managed the personal data protection team.
09/27/2016
Coutts adds new security layer to online service
The bank will now allow clients to log into Coutts Online with CouttsID, which they can do using their mobile phones as authorisation.
09/27/2016
FCA cautions against trading with virtual currency OneCoin
This firm is not authorised by us and we do not believe it is undertaking any activities that require our authorisation.
09/27/2016
Original FinTech Challenger launches 7% bond to boost SME loan-book
The funds raised through the bond issue will be used to support the launch of new products and services for SMEs
09/27/2016
Hiscox appoints head of cyber
The company said the new role will be significant to its response to the changing nature of cyber risk.
09/26/2016
Accelerating blockchain: UK regulators push ahead with regulation
The Bank, noted the potential benefits of distributed ledger technology including increasing system resilience.
09/26/2016
Digital wealth manager attracts strategic investment from Allianz
With over 85 million customers worldwide they bring unparalleled global experience which will help to accelerate MoneyFarm’s product proposition globally.
09/26/2016
Doing regtech right
As politicians, courts, regulators and firms wrestle with the same issues, we see a rare window of opportunity for 2017 to become the year we all started to work together.
09/26/2016
BNP Paribas is working with clients on blockchain deployment
Applications in international payments, letters of credit, and collateral management are all in the pipeline.
09/25/2016
Six Global Banks Take Lead in Standardizing Global Payments on a Blockchain
Starting a modern payments network underpinned by Ripple and supported by rules and governance for global settlement.
09/23/2016
Blockchain in the Financial Sector
This is done by making assets intelligent.
09/23/2016
SIX Securities Services and Clearstream seek collaboration as European financial landscape becomes more challenging
Rising costs of regulation, pressure to reduce margins and increased competition are all factors in drive to potential partnership between Switzerland’s CSD and the European ICSD Group. Emphasis is on managing costs and creating new services.
09/23/2016
Digital Keystone wins Best use of Platform technology at Schroders UK Platform Awards 2016
Digital Keystone’s Adaptive Portal uses leading-edge technologies to integrate disparate data sources
09/23/2016
UK Government to open cyber security accelerator for tech startups
This is an excellent partnership and great opportunity for all of us to work together to not only support the UK economy but also encourage businesses to take a real interest
09/23/2016
HSBC goes hipster in London fintech hub hunt
If the deal goes ahead, HSBC will join Barclays fintech accelerator in Whitechapel (East London).
09/22/2016
Global Digital Payment Transactions Set to Reach 10 Percent Growth for First Time Finds World Payments Report 2016
The growth in digital payment transactions is largely being driven by strong economic growth in key developing countries, improved security measures such as EMV1 and biometrics.
09/22/2016
Another award for 7IMagine, our innovative financial tool
In an evening ceremony on 20 September for the UK Platform Awards 2016, the team won Leading Integrated Planning Tool Provider.