Managers of Wealth Fintech

iFast’s AUA continue to rise

The Singapore-based fintech wealth management platform had a record value of products in custody last year, led by unit trust sales.

Why banks must accelerate digitisation

In order to survive, it’s vital that financial institutions transform and adapt

Absa rolls out upgraded Surecomp software across ten African countries

This latest digital version offers a web-based interface for remote accessibility and open API connectivity, with full integration to the Surecomp Marketplace for access to other fintech partners within the trade finance ecosystem.

Why Nigerian fintech startup, TeamApt is changing business model and expanding across West and North Africa

By the end of the year, TeamApt had onboarded 100,00 businesses and three million customers while processing $160m in monthly transactions.

Revolut launches Confirmation of Payee for UK customers with the help of Modulr

The anti-fraud feature has been introduced in collaboration with Revolut’s long-time partner and fellow fintech, Modulr.

PlanetSpark Innovation Centre, First Hardware-targeted Accelerator for AIoT Innovations Led by Singapore Company, is Launched to Enable Tech Startups Achieve Market Deployment

Backed by its SGX-listed parent company Excelpoint and supported by Enterprise Singapore, PlanetSpark Innovation Centre will be investing an initial S$5 million to expand its engineering capabilities, expecting to benefit more than 30 local startups over

Bahrain, Israel Sign FinTech Cooperation Agreement

BFB has strategically partnered with over 20 global scaleups looking to expand regionally via its unique venture acceleration platform.

Emerging markets regional banks join CLSNet

This highlights the growing reach of CLSNet to include a broader segment of the global FX market community.

Project Sand Dollar: The Bahamas launches world’s first CBDC

The Bahamas is the first country in the world to officially launch a central bank digital currency beyond a pilot program, ahead of China and several other countries.

How Banks Can Leverage Tech Partnerships to Enable Innovation for Commercial Clients

As a result, the vast majority of banks are now using alternative technology providers, with the number one tech category being process automation.

Goldman names the European tech companies to watch as sector reaches ‘tipping point

Goldman Sachs has named a number of European tech companies it says are set to benefit from the acceleration of the region’s digital economy.

CES 2021: Intel's Mobileye touts new Lidar silicon chip for autonomous vehicles

Intel's autonomous driving subsidiary detailed its AV strategy and latest technology gains as part of its virtual appearance at this year's all digital CES 2021.

New AI Platform Provides Proxy Voting Data from Broadridge

Enhancing the proxy voting experience through customized data

Orbus Software Announces Acquisition by SilverTree Equity

The acquisition will see the continuation of the existing Orbus management team

Cognizant Acquires Australian Data and Analytics Consulting Firm

Acquisition Will Enhance Cognizant's Digital Portfolio and Market Presence in Australia and New Zealand

Digital lender Wlth goes live in Australia

The company enters the market with its flagship ‘Lending Loop’ platform, which takes customers through a simple five-step digital application process to safely and effectively apply for a low rate, hassle-free property loan or to refinance an

International data transfers: EU-UK trade deal means EU personal data still flows freely to the UK (for now)

Although day-to-day compliance standards will, as a result, not change materially there will be a significant impact on the legal mechanics of data transfers between the EU and the UK from 1 January 2021.

Transact’s parent company acquires Time4Advice

Time4Advice aims to accelerate software development and expand its reach as part of the acquisition.

Zephyr Management Chooses SS&C’s Front-to-Back Solution to Power Bermuda Fund Launch

Emerging markets fund manager selects SS&C services for new launch

Xi’s push against Jack Ma sparks new threat for China tech

U.S. authorities are now debating whether to ban investments in Alibaba and Tencent, according to people familiar with the matter, in what would be a dramatic blow to two of the companies whose shares are most widely held by global investors.

Innovation & Startups