Dutch CyberTech Breachlock nabs seed round
BreachLock, a penetration testing as a service platform, has scored $3m in its seed funding round.
OECD publishes consultation on tax transparency framework for crypto assets
The OECD has released a consultation document concerning a new global tax transparency framework to provide the reporting and exchange of information of crypto assets.
Crypto firms to be required to register with FCA under new law
A range of cryptocurrency businesses could be forced to leave the UK market if they fail to register with the Financial Conduct Authority by Thursday this week.
US and the EU sign data transfer deal to abate privacy fears
The European Union and the US have signed an agreement that will help pave the way for the personal information of Europeans to be stored in the US.
Bank of England and MIT partner for CBDC research
The Bank of England has teamed up with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for a 12-month research project around central bank digital currency (CBDC).
How can RegTech be used to improve customer experience?
In a world becoming ever more digitalised, the need to ensure a smooth and strong customer experience has become increasingly necessary. For those looking to ensure that they can deal with regulatory and compliance issues efficiently, RegTech for many can be the silver bullet.
Do banks need to join forces in the war against money laundering?
There are many benefits to a more globalised world. However, one of the key threats posed by an increasingly digitised and connected world is the scourge of money laundering.
ANZ unveils first ever Australian bank-issued stablecoin
The Australia and New Zealand Banking Group will launch the first bank-issued stablecoin payment from Australia through a public permissionless blockchain transaction.
Passwordless broker Secfense nabs $2m
Secfense, which aims to put an end to password-related attacks, has collected $2m in funding as it looks bolster its position internationally, with a focus on the UK and US.
Clear Skye eyes team expansion with Series A funding
Clear Skye, an identity security and governance service, has scored $14m in its Series A funding round, as it looks to bolster its team.
