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Aiimi Insight Engine now available on Azure Marketplace
Data Analytics

Aiimi Insight Engine now available on Azure Marketplace

British AI firm Aiimi has launched its Aiimi Insight Engine on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, enhancing global workplaces' data management capabilities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Investment Association backs UK financial reforms speech
Risk & Compliance

Investment Association backs UK financial reforms speech

The Investment Association has welcomed the Chancellor's ambitious reforms for the UK financial services sector, emphasising growth and competitiveness.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Aiimi named official AI provider for UK public sector services
Power / Energy

Aiimi named official AI provider for UK public sector services

The Crown Commercial Service designates Aiimi as an official AI provider, facilitating widespread AI solutions to enhance efficiency and data security in the public sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
UK's Griffin digital bank achieves B Corp certification milestone
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

UK's Griffin digital bank achieves B Corp certification milestone

UK digital bank Griffin becomes the first in Europe to obtain B Corp certification, underlining its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
KPMG Law partners with Shieldpay to centralise transactions in UK
Payment Technologies

KPMG Law partners with Shieldpay to centralise transactions in UK

KPMG Law partners with Shieldpay to streamline legal transactions across the UK, using TPMA technology to enhance security and efficiency for corporate and real estate clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
UK SMEs eye global expansion despite banking challenges
Fintech

UK SMEs eye global expansion despite banking challenges

A new report by IFX Payments reveals that 78% of UK SMEs are set to expand globally despite facing challenges from ring-fencing regulations and Brexit.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Ciphr acquires Shape Payroll to enhance tech capabilities
ECI

Ciphr acquires Shape Payroll to enhance tech capabilities

Ciphr enhances its payroll capabilities by acquiring Shape Payroll, integrating Shape's advanced API-led solutions and expanding its reach within the UK market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Trustly reports robust growth with US$58 billion in transactions
Fintech

Trustly reports robust growth with US$58 billion in transactions

Trustly's 2023 annual report reveals a 79% surge in transactions, totaling US$58 billion, and a 51% rise in operating profit, driven by its expanded presence and strategic acquisitions in Europe.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Wakam launches UK subsidiary with FCA & PRA approval
Insurance

Wakam launches UK subsidiary with FCA & PRA approval

Insurer Wakam launches its UK subsidiary, Wakam UK Limited, signalling a major expansion feat in the heavily regulated market.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
Volopa partners with ClearBank for expanded SME finance services
Fintech

Volopa partners with ClearBank for expanded SME finance services

Fintech firm Volopa seals an extensive partnership with ClearBank to bolster services for SME clients and aid its quest for an e-money licence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
Griffin secures $24m funding to launch as full bank in UK
Fintech

Griffin secures $24m funding to launch as full bank in UK

UK fintech firm Griffin successfully secures $24m funding and green light from PRA and FCA, becoming a fully operational bank.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
UK govt's 'wait & see' approach to AI regulation sparks row
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

UK govt's 'wait & see' approach to AI regulation sparks row

UK government's wait and see approach to AI regulation sparks criticism among lawmakers over lack of urgency despite AI's existential threat warnings.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2024
PAYSTRAX launches in UK after successful European growth
Merchants

PAYSTRAX launches in UK after successful European growth

Lithuanian fintech PAYSTRAX begins UK operations after robust growth in Europe, aiming to impact the local tech scene.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023
Unethical activities found prevalent in UK software engineering industry
Worldpay

Unethical activities found prevalent in UK software engineering industry

Unethical practices are pervasive in the UK's software engineering industry, with many workers facing retaliation for reporting misconduct.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023

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Financial sector prepares for EU DORA regulations in 2025
Supply Chain

Financial sector prepares for EU DORA regulations in 2025

As the EU's DORA regulation looms, financial firms are urged to bolster digital resilience or risk severe operational disruptions by January 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Proofpoint launches AI-driven Digital Communications Governance solution
Unified Communications

Proofpoint launches AI-driven Digital Communications Governance solution

Proofpoint launches its new Digital Communications Governance solution, promising AI-driven insights and robust compliance for organisations across major digital channels.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Cash Chasm report reveals drawbacks of manual cash management
Risk & Compliance

Cash Chasm report reveals drawbacks of manual cash management

PayComplete's Cash Chasm report highlights challenges in cash handling, with 41% of businesses reliant on manual processes and risking losses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024
Vivup & Perkbox announce merger to boost UK employee benefits sector
Human Capital Management

Vivup & Perkbox announce merger to boost UK employee benefits sector

Health and wellbeing providers Vivup and Perkbox reveal a merger backed by Great Hill Partners, striving for an all-in-one solution for UK employee benefits and wellbeing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024