Four Singapore-based RegTechs to watch
The regulatory technology sector has been growing at a feverish rate. Last year, a total of $4.4bn was invested to starups in the space around the world – 2.5-times the amount raised in 2017, data from RegTech Analyst shows.
US federal bank agencies offer final rule to streamline regulatory reporting
The US’ three federal bank regulatory agencies have adopted a new ‘final rule’ to streamline regulatory reporting requirements for small institutions.
DTCC to help 3 RegTech companies with SFTR compliance through new deals
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), has partnered with three RegTech startups, to support their Securities Financial Transactions Regulation (SFTR) compliance.
Tax software provider Sovos completes two acquisitions
Global tax software provider Sovos has acquired e-invoicing solution Foriba and tax solution Eagle Technology Management (ETM).
Due diligence solution Chronograph closes Series A led by AlpInvest
Chronograph, portfolio monitoring and reporting solution, has closed its Series A round to support the growth of its team
PDFTron secures $71m from growth equity firm Silversmith Capital Partners
Canada-headquartered PDFTron has secured $71m in funding from growth equity firm Silversmith Capital Partners.
The EU supervisory authorities launch consultation on reporting technical standards
The three European Supervisory Authorities have launched a consultation on draft Implementing Technical Standards (ITSs).
Securities Commission Malaysia publishes principles on continuity in capital markets
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has published its Guiding Principles on Business Continuity for capital market entities.
‘SM&CR is more than just good governance’ – how tighter accountability is impacting firms
Financial institutions initially underestimated SM&CR but are beginning to realise its profound impact and the level of change it requires, according to Carl Redfern, co-founder and compliance director at Redland.
Investment Association names 5 FinTechs to make its Velocity
The Investment Association (IA) has named the five FinTech companies to make the second cohort of its Velocity accelerator.
