Financial institutions stories - Page 10
Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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malware
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ddos
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advanced persistent threat protection
A Radware study highlights alarming trends in cyber threats to the financial sector, revealing a surge in infostealer services and sophisticated OTP bots.
Ripple acquires Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion deal
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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financial institutions
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.
Cyberattacks expose vulnerabilities in Aussie super funds
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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data protection
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mfa
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supply chain
A series of cyberattacks on Australia's superannuation funds has exposed critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities, sparking urgent national security concerns.
Revolut report highlights surge in Telegram, WhatsApp scams
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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email security
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cybersecurity
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whatsapp
Revolut's latest report reveals Meta platforms are the primary source of scams affecting consumers, with reported cases rising significantly in Australia and globally.
Fivecast's platform revolutionises financial crime detection
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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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.
How banks can support mortgage customers to reduce their carbon emissions
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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power / energy
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.
XUSD stablecoin expands to Binance, boosting global reach
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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network infrastructure
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crypto
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fintech
StraitsX's XUSD stablecoin will debut on Binance, bolstering its presence in digital finance as it surges towards mainstream adoption and infrastructure innovations.
Australia introduces new cybersecurity compliance laws 2024
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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risk & compliance
Noggin has revealed critical regulatory updates for Australian companies, introducing new compliance requirements in cybersecurity and healthcare sectors.
NTT DATA report reveals rise in AI adoption in banking
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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genai
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ai
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.
LayerZero partners with Rayls to enhance blockchain finance
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
Rayls has partnered with LayerZero to enhance cross-chain connectivity for financial institutions, aiming to integrate traditional finance with decentralised finance.
Survey reveals slow adoption of AI in anti-money laundering
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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risk & compliance
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genai
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ai
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.
Multi-carrier connectivity: The game changer for financial institutions
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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fleet management
In an era of increasing connectivity demands, financial institutions are turning to multi-carrier strategies to safeguard against costly network failures.
Backbase partners with MeaWallet to boost digital payments
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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fintech
Backbase has teamed up with MeaWallet to boost digital payment services in Australia and New Zealand, aiming for enhanced security and faster deployment.
Cryptocurrency adoption in Australia hits record high
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
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.
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%.
Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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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.
To build or to buy? Tackling KYC complexities in client onboarding
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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ai
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.
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.
Puma leads $4.3m funding for legal AI firm Semeris
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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fintech
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genai
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ai
Puma Growth Partners has led a $4.3 million funding round for Semeris, enhancing its AI tools for financial institutions navigating complex legal documents.
artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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physical security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.