Ascent looks back on 2019 and predicts what’s in store for 2020
It has been a big year for RegTech, with $6.5bn being invested in just the opening three quarters. With the year coming to an end, it begs the question of, what is next for the sector?
eSentire partners with CrowdStrike to boost cybersecurity detection
eSentire has formed a partnership with CrowdStrike to drive better detection and response for customers by extending the visibility across endpoint network, log and cloud environments.
InstaReM to offer e-KYC services to customers in Malaysia
InstaReM, a cross-border payments company, will offer free electronic-Know Your Customer (e-KYC) to residents of Malaysia.
Veridium joins the Amazon Partner Network
Authentication solution developer Veridium has joined the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Network, making it available in the AWS Marketplace.
Onfido forms partnership with Entify to support verification
Onfido continues its partnership hot streak, forming a new agreement with Entify, a one-click legal entity verification solution.
ESMA releases MiFID II calander for 2020
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released its 2020 calendar of MiFID II and MiFIR relevant publications.
ESMA highlights changes needed for credit ratings compliance
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has recommended a number of improvements to be made to credit ratings including a boost in transparency.
Dubai Financial Services Authority fines former Deutsche Bank head of compliance
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has fined former Deutsche Bank head of compliance Anna Waterhouse.
Financial Stability Board reveals plans for 2020
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has revealed its priorities list for 2020 which includes FinTech, stablecoins, cross-border payments and interest rates.
The European Parliament comes to agreement on new crowdfunding rules
The European Parliament (EP) has achieved an agreement with the European Council on new EU-wide rules for crowdfunding.












