UpGuard bags $19m in its Series B-1 round
Third-party risk and attack surface management platform UpGuard has completed its Series B-1 funding round, pulling in $19m.
SentinelOne: Chinese hackers likely behind Russian government agency breach
Endpoint protection firm SentinelOne has claimed Chinese hackers were ‘likely’ behind a series of intrusions on Russian government agencies last year.
Bank of England initiates climate stress tests to explore risks
The Bank of England (BofE) has kicked off its Climate Biennial Exploratory Scenario (CBES) to scrutinise the risks that could be incurred from climate change.
How financial firms can close the gap between regulatory compliance and efficiency using technology
In the face of increasing regulatory demands, financial institutions are struggling to manage their compliance obligations and continue to face millions in fine. However, they can mitigate these risks by embracing RegTech solutions.
How technology can make trade surveillance more manageable
Trade surveillance is reliant on processing masses of data and preparing for the unpredictable. This is a tall order for companies, but technology solutions like AI and machine learning can help transform a company’s approach to make it more manageable.
Eventus Systems signs deal with Asia-based digital asset platform OSL Digital Securities
Eventus Systems, a provider of multi-asset class trade surveillance and market risk solutions, has deployed its solution on OSL Digital Securities’ platform, as part of a new deal.
ESMA publishes framework for fourth central counterparty stress test
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has announced the framework for the fourth version of its Stress Test for Central Counterparties (CCPs).
Bank of England paper provides stablecoin regulatory stance
A Bank of England (BofE) paper has highlighted that stablecoins used as money should be expected to face the same regulatory standards as those attached to bank deposits.
Trulioo hits $1.75bn valuation following close of Series D
Global identity verification platform Trulioo has entered the unicorn club after its $394m Series D round puts its valuation at $1.75bn.
US Department of Justice recovers most of Colonial Pipeline ransom payment
The US Department of Justice (D.O.J) has revealed it has recovered the majority of the $4.4m ransom payment paid by Colonial Pipeline to the DarkSide ransomware variant.