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Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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A Radware study highlights alarming trends in cyber threats to the financial sector, revealing a surge in infostealer services and sophisticated OTP bots.
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Ripple acquires Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion deal

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Ripple has announced the acquisition of Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion, making it the first crypto firm to manage a global multi-asset prime broker.
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Cyberattacks expose vulnerabilities in Aussie super funds

Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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A series of cyberattacks on Australia's superannuation funds has exposed critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities, sparking urgent national security concerns.
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Revolut report highlights surge in Telegram, WhatsApp scams

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Revolut's latest report reveals Meta platforms are the primary source of scams affecting consumers, with reported cases rising significantly in Australia and globally.
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Fivecast's platform revolutionises financial crime detection

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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financial institutions
Fivecast has launched a groundbreaking AI-driven platform to bolster financial crime investigations, aiding institutions in meeting stringent AML compliance demands.
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How banks can support mortgage customers to reduce their carbon emissions

Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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In a bid to combat rising carbon emissions, banks are urged to utilise their data and influence to help mortgage customers implement sustainable home upgrades.
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XUSD stablecoin expands to Binance, boosting global reach

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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StraitsX's XUSD stablecoin will debut on Binance, bolstering its presence in digital finance as it surges towards mainstream adoption and infrastructure innovations.
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Australia introduces new cybersecurity compliance laws 2024

Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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Noggin has revealed critical regulatory updates for Australian companies, introducing new compliance requirements in cybersecurity and healthcare sectors.
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NTT DATA report reveals rise in AI adoption in banking

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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NTT DATA's latest report reveals that 58% of banks globally are fully adopting generative AI, marking a crucial shift towards its integration in banking operations.
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LayerZero partners with Rayls to enhance blockchain finance

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Rayls has partnered with LayerZero to enhance cross-chain connectivity for financial institutions, aiming to integrate traditional finance with decentralised finance.
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Survey reveals slow adoption of AI in anti-money laundering

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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A survey by SAS and KPMG reveals sluggish AI and ML adoption in anti-money laundering, with only 18% of financial institutions fully implementing these technologies.
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Multi-carrier connectivity: The game changer for financial institutions

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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In an era of increasing connectivity demands, financial institutions are turning to multi-carrier strategies to safeguard against costly network failures.
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Backbase partners with MeaWallet to boost digital payments

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Backbase has teamed up with MeaWallet to boost digital payment services in Australia and New Zealand, aiming for enhanced security and faster deployment.
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Cryptocurrency adoption in Australia hits record high

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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A record 32.5% of Australians now own cryptocurrency, according to the 2025 IRCI, signalling a significant shift in the nation's digital asset landscape.
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Vespia partners with Mastercard to streamline onboarding

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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payment technologies
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mastercard
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financial institutions
Vespia has partnered with Mastercard to enhance merchant onboarding across multiple regions, aiming to streamline processes and cut onboarding times by up to 90%.
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Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.
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To build or to buy? Tackling KYC complexities in client onboarding

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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In an era where speed and efficiency are paramount, banks must decide between building custom KYC systems or investing in advanced SaaS solutions to enhance client onboarding.
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Romance scams reach six-year high, Moody's reports

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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social media
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online fraud
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money laundering
Moody's highlights a six-year high in romance scams, unveiling 1,193 new entities globally in 2024, with the US leading at 38% of cases.
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Puma leads $4.3m funding for legal AI firm Semeris

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Puma Growth Partners has led a $4.3 million funding round for Semeris, enhancing its AI tools for financial institutions navigating complex legal documents.
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artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.