The Fintech Times

MAY 12, 2025

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has partnered with e& UAE , the telecoms arm of global tech group e&, to launch the Al Ain Innovation Centre, a new collaborative platform for applied research, talent development, and startup enablement.

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Fintech News

MAY 28, 2025

It has announced new partnerships to expand the use of generative AI (Gen AI), cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity tools among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The Infocomm Media Development Authority ( IMDA ) is stepping up efforts to help local businesses adopt emerging technologies.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Following closely behind, regulatory compliance also emerged as a significant challenge, with 60% of participants highlighting the complexities of navigating evolving regulations. Cybersecurity threats also ranked high, with 46% of respondents expressing concern over the increasing risks to payment systems.

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Fintech News

MARCH 17, 2025

From advancements in digital banking and blockchain to AI-driven finance and cybersecurity solutions, these events cover the full spectrum of fintech innovation. The event will highlight innovations in cybersecurity, smart cities, and digital banking. If you want to see where technology meets finance, this is the place to be.

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The Payments Association

JANUARY 21, 2025

Decentralisation, through DeFi and CBDCs, is driving financial innovation, addressing challenges like financial crime and cybersecurity, and meeting growing demand for secure, efficient solutions. Financial crime and cybersecurity threats dominate as the most significant challenge, affecting 27.54% of respondents.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 10, 2025

FintechOS , an AI-driven financial product management platform, has extended its longstanding partnership with cybersecurity services company Fort , to augment cybersecurity readiness as it ramps up its global presence in the US, UK and Europe. Galileo Financial Technologies has launched its ‘Deposit Sweep’ product.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 30, 2024

“Our Direct Data Share tool is being offered to Worldpay as a free, secure and compliant product that allows their merchants using FraudSight to participate. “By enhancing our data and information sharing, we’re not just cutting fraud , we’re setting a new standard for seamless and secure transactions.

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Fintech News

JULY 21, 2025

The aim is to enhance the protection of cryptographic key exchanges and address future cybersecurity risks that may be posed by quantum computing. AI Oversight and Crypto Capital on MAS’ Radar MAS conducted a thematic review on how certain banks are managing risks tied to AI and GenAI.

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The Payments Association

APRIL 28, 2025

This comprehensive industry perspective draws strength from its diverse participant profile, with 32% at VP/director/head level, 26% at manager level, and a significant 25% holding C-level or founder positions. Open banking is recognised by 7% of participants, while connected and embedded commerce and digital wallets each captured 6%.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 10, 2025

OX Security has raised $60million in new funding, increasing its total raise to $94million, led by DTCP with participation from IBM Ventures, Microsoft, Swisscom Ventures, Evolution Equity Partners and Team8. The process involved an independent two stage audit by leading cybersecurity compliance firm A-LIGN which found zero non-conformities.

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The Paypers

JUNE 12, 2025

In addition, the program is open to a set number of participating riders within the RTC contactless payment ecosystem, on a first-come, first-served basis. To participate, customers are required to download the rideRTC app, create an account, and register for the program.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 30, 2025

Looking to help firms through in-depth engagement from top financial services and venture capital executives, this year, many of the selected participants have focused on agentic AI applications.

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The Paypers

JUNE 10, 2025

Commenting on the news, representatives from BR-DGE mentioned their company’s commitment to solving the disconnect between ecosystem participants by acting as a bridge and a single source of payment orchestration.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 30, 2025

Fraud prevention and cybersecurity: Developing robust strategies to mitigate risks in a rapidly digitalising world. Interactive workshops and merchant-specific roundtables will enable participants to gain hands-on experience and address unique challenges relevant to their sectors.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 28, 2025

We believe the entire market will eventually participate in this initiative so that it can be strengthened and help us achieve a safer ecosystem for everyone.” The real-time exchange of information could offer an additional perspective in our fraud-prevention efforts.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Sarah Koch, director of marketing and communications at Aevi In a recent survey conducted by Aevi , involving 2,000 participants across the US, has revealed among others, one critical issue that new businesses face: ‘trust’. For SMBs, security and simplifying / integrating payment processes often go hand-in-hand.

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The Paypers

JUNE 12, 2025

When asked about potential future applications, 49% of Millennials and 45% of Gen Z participants said they would be open to using AI-based financial assistants. Overall, 39% of all survey participants indicated they are willing to consider AI to assist with financial management in the coming years.

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The Paypers

JUNE 10, 2025

Participants in the accelerator will receive mentoring from JPMorganChase executives, attend a two-day offsite at the bank’s technology centre in Glasgow, and be given the opportunity to present their businesses to prospective investors and commercial partners. Applications opened on 26 May 2025 and will remain open until 27 June 2025.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Visa has signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) to collaborate on an enhanced threat intelligence solution and integrate its advanced cybersecurity capabilities with digital payments.

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FinTech Online and Mobile Banking Non-Bank Advisors 59

Fintech Labs Insights

MAY 13, 2025

Our Cybersecurity Conference Calendar is your go-to resource for the most important industry conferences, trade shows, and big events. Stay informed about networking opportunities, certification training, and the latest innovations shaping cybersecurity.

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Fintech News

MAY 28, 2025

Now in its fourth flagship edition, ITC Asia 2025 is expected to host more than 2,000 industry participants from across the globe, including 70% VP-level and above decision-makers, and more than 250 visionary speakers. These will convene to explore the most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities in insurance today.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 14, 2025

Spain leads Continental Europe in the Digital Economy Trust Index, while consumers in the Netherlands are more cautious but boast very high participation in the circular economy, a model of production and consumption which extends the life cycle of products via methods such as refurbishment, repair and reselling.

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The Paypers

JUNE 18, 2025

The round included participation from Thrive Capital, D1 Capital Partners, General Catalyst, GIC, ICONIQ Growth, Khosla Ventures, Sands Capital, 8VC, Lux Capital, Stripes, 137 Ventures, Avenir Growth, and Definition Capital.

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The Paypers

JUNE 25, 2025

Aggregator groups such as Mortgage Choice, Finsure and Connective, along with lenders including CBA and Westpac Group, have reportedly participated in early phases of this integration.

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Tom Groenfeldt

APRIL 16, 2025

She said FedNow has a fraction of the nation’s DDAs participating. But until a number of banks are sending, what is there for receive-only banks to transact? RTP has to overcome that hurdle of getting enough banks sending; FedNow has the same hurdle.”

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Justt, an AI-based chargeback management firm, has closed a $30million Series C funding round, led by Zeev Ventures with participation from existing investors Oak HC/FT and F2 Venture Capital. It will use the new resources to acquire talent to boost its AI component.

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EBizCharge

MAY 29, 2025

More than 1,500 judges from around the world, representing a diverse array of industry experts, participated in the judging process for the 5th Annual 2025 Globee Awards for Disruptors. These awards recognize those who think boldly, act courageously, and drive progress where its most needed.

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Finovate

JULY 18, 2025

The round was led by Index Ventures and featured participation from White Star Capital, Frst, Rerail, Bpifrance, and Blockwall. The round also featured participation from Raise Seed for Good and Alven, which led Skarlett’s pre-seed funding round in 2023, the year the company was founded. million ($22 million) in Series A funding.

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Finextra

JULY 17, 2025

Key trends in mutual funds Increasing Investor Participation The India Mutual Fund Industry is expected to reach USD 0.78 Ensuring data privacy and protection is paramount, requiring continuous investment in cybersecurity measures and regulatory compliance initiatives. trillion by 2030.

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VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Thus, it’s imperative for individuals and organisations navigating the digital world to implement no less than the most robust cybersecurity measures available. The nation’s strategic approach to safeguarding its digital landscape showcases a commitment to innovative and comprehensive cybersecurity mechanisms.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 4, 2020

The survey examined cybersecurity spending per employee and concluded it increased on average to $2,691 annually from $2,337. “This sudden shift, however, has compounded problems for many chief information security officers (CISOs) and cybersecurity teams charged with securing the digital fortress at their firms.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

The funding round was led by London-based VC firm Balderton Capital, with participation by Paua Ventures, Insight Partners and Inventure. The company said it will use the capital to hire top talent and continue its mission of reducing internet security issues.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

A cross-section of European financial powerhouses – including members of the Euro Cyber Resilience Board for pan-European Financial Infrastructures (ECRB), chaired by the European Central Bank (ECB) – have joined forces to launch a sharing initiative for cybersecurity threat information, ECRB announced on Thursday (Feb.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

A new plan, titled “Sheltered Harbor,” was unveiled by the primary trade groups that represent the financial services sector to help standardize data storage for retail accounts and strengthen cybersecurity defenses. Silberstein confirmed that the data storage standards are in line with federal regulatory guidelines for cybersecurity.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 10, 2019

. — and the federal government in particular — needs more cybersecurity experts. By the reckoning of Ron Green, chief information security officer and executive vice president at Mastercard , the country has more than 313,000 cybersecurity job openings. percent of federal cybersecurity workers are aged 30 and under.

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Fintech News

AUGUST 14, 2024

QKD is seen as a potential tool to protect cryptographic key exchanges from cybersecurity threats posed by quantum computing. Quantum computing, which has advanced rapidly, presents significant cybersecurity concerns due to its potential to break widely used cryptography methods. to support related projects.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Venture capital funding landed at startups focused on accounts payable (AP) and cybersecurity this week — with one payables startup raising $23 million in funding. Venture capital funding landed at accounts payable (AP) and cybersecurity technology firms, among other innovators that raised money this week.

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