Enhancing cybersecurity in finance: The critical role of application security testing
In the digital age, the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sectors have seen unprecedented evolution. This transformation, while beneficial in terms of convenience and accessibility, has also significantly increased the vulnerability of financial institutions to cyber threats. It is now more crucial than ever to implement stringent cybersecurity measures.
FCA calls for stricter yet fairer treatment of politically exposed persons
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently mandated that financial institutions, including banks, payment firms, and lenders, enhance their protocols to ensure fair treatment of politically exposed persons (PEPs).
PSR and FCA explore the impact of digital wallets on UK consumers and businesses
The Payments Systems Regulator (PSR) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have jointly initiated a call for information to assess the rapidly growing influence...
Hong Kong to fortify financial stability with new stablecoin regulations
Hong Kong is poised to introduce a new regulatory regime for fiat-referenced stablecoin (FRS) issuers following positive feedback from a public consultation.
CTERA secures $80m from PSG Equity to enhance its hybrid cloud data platform
CTERA, a renowned leader in hybrid cloud data management, today announced a significant financial boost, securing $80m in a mix of primary and secondary funding from PSG Equity.
HCLTech’s success with BOT and BOOT in Eastern Europe and India
HCLTech has revolutionized the way businesses expand internationally through its innovative Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) and Build-Operate-Optimize-Transfer (BOOT) models.
These strategies have significantly enhanced the operational capabilities...
Xapien secures $10m to transform compliance with AI-driven research
Xapien, a pioneering AI due diligence provider, announced today its successful $10m Series A funding round, led by YFM Equity Partners.
Boosting cybersecurity, CultureAI raises $10m from top investors
CultureAI, a leading Human Risk Management Platform, announced today that it has closed a $10m Series A funding round.
New era of US sanctions: Preparing for a decade of enhanced compliance
As we move into the latter half of 2024, the landscape of international relations is increasingly fraught with challenges, from escalating global conflicts to...
EBA launches consultation on new MiCAR reporting guidelines
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has announced a public consultation on new draft Guidelines intended to standardize reporting requirements under the Markets in Crypto-assets Regulation (MiCAR).