Vanquis and FinScan, a leading provider of AML compliance solutions from Innovative Systems, have entered into a partnership. Vanquis Banking Group is known for its dedicated approach to responsible lending within the financial industry, whereas FinScan specializes in advanced AML compliance technologies that aid in enhancing operational efficiencies and customer transparency. The driving force behind this collaboration
Munich Re, a global reinsurance leader, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire NEXT Insurance, a digital-first small business insurer, in a deal worth $2.6bn. Following the acquisition, NEXT Insurance will become part of ERGO Group, Munich Re’s primary insurance subsidiary. The acquisition aims to strengthen ERGO’s presence in the US small business insurance market, leveraging
Saifr has announced its integration with Adobe that aims to redefine compliant content creation within the financial services industry. As part of the Adobe Experience Cloud as an Adobe Technology Partner, Saifr provides advanced AI compliance solutions that serve as a compliance guardrail for generative AI content, helping users manage their risk and enhance the speed
Nexi, a leading European PayTech, has expanded its Tap to Pay on iPhone functionality to merchants in Switzerland and Finland. The company, which specialises in digital payment solutions, previously introduced the service in Italy, Germany, Austria, and Sweden, according to FF News. The expansion aims to provide merchants with a seamless and secure method to accept
Tomo, a digital mortgage lender leveraging AI-driven technology, has secured $20m in a Series B funding round. The latest investment was led by Progressive Insurance, with additional participation from existing investors Ribbit Capital, NFX, and DST Global Partners. This brings Tomo’s total funding to $130m. Founded by former Zillow executives, Tomo is focused on modernising
EquiLend has secured a minority investment from an affiliate of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BNY). This investment underscores BNY’s commitment to EquiLend’s mission and its innovative technological solutions. BNY, along with eight other significant financial institutions, has invested in EquiLend to support the firm’s push for greater innovation and efficiency across the securities
Curve, a digital wallet provider known for its innovative approach to payment management, has raised £37m in a funding round led by Hanaco Ventures. Existing investors, including Fuel Ventures, IDC, Outward VC, and Lord Stanley Fink, also participated in the round. The fresh capital injection is set to support Curve’s strategic growth, with a strong
FinScan, an anti-money laundering (AML) compliance solution from Innovative Systems, has enhanced its payment screening solution, FinScan Payments, to accelerate transaction workflows while strengthening financial crime prevention. According to recent research from Datos Insights, 91% of surveyed financial institutions (FIs) are investing significantly in payment modernisation. Despite this, many firms still operate with legacy AML
FutureVault, a provider of AI-powered digital vault solutions, has secured $3m in equity financing, bringing its total funding since inception to $31m. The latest investment round saw participation from founder and executive chairman G. Scott Paterson, CEO Daniel Kenny, and a mix of existing shareholders and select new investors. FutureVault specialises in digital vault solutions
In today’s interconnected financial landscape, the oversight of electronic communications between financial advisors and their clients has never been more critical. According to Saifr, with the emergence of new communication apps and increased regulatory scrutiny, banks and financial institutions must intensify their supervision efforts to safeguard client interests, ensure compliance, and preserve their reputations. Off-channel communications
Momnt, a leading FinTech company specialising in real-time lending and payment solutions, has announced a partnership with Your Virtual Adjuster, an innovative claims management platform designed for roofers. The collaboration aims to provide roofing contractors with a seamless solution for handling insurance claims while offering flexible financing options to homeowners, according to FF News. The
SaaScada has been chosen by ARIE Finance to support its international payments service for mid-sized B2B businesses. SaaScada, a cloud-native core banking provider, will enable ARIE Finance to simplify cross-border transactions, particularly in Africa, where the company seeks to become the first B2B firm with a PSP licence in Mauritius. ARIE Finance’s banking platform is designed to offer
