Banking stories
Starburst reports record revenues with AI-driven growth
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virtualisation
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Starburst reports record financial results for FY25, fuelled by a 94% surge in cloud product adoption and a 20% increase in net new customers.
Salad Money streamlines payments with Payit integration
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payment technologies
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Payit, powered by NatWest, has been integrated into the Salad Money platform, revolutionising how customers make loan repayments online.
NTT DATA unveils Smart AI AgentTM to boost enterprise AI
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private cloud
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public cloud
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NTT DATA has unveiled the Smart AI AgentTM, an autonomous tool to enhance Generative AI use, predicting revenues of up to USD $2 billion by 2027.
Data analysts see AI as career growth, not a threat
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Research from Alteryx reveals that while 94% of data analysts see their roles becoming more strategic, 76% still rely on spreadsheets for data tasks.
Ikonz Studios secures funding for global AI expansion
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edutech
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physical security
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genai
Ikonz Studios has secured strategic Pre-Series A funding from prominent investors, bolstering its innovative AI-driven digital experiences and global expansion.
Zeller launches financial solution for tech startup founders
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expense management
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startup ecosystem
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Zeller has launched its all-in-one financial solution, Zeller for Startups, to support Australian tech founders who feel neglected by traditional banks.
Telstra & CommBank extend partnership to combat fraud
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Telstra and CommBank have announced an extension to their partnership, introducing new 'Fraud Indicator' technology to enhance fraud detection and protect against identity theft.
Aerospike launches Database 8 with significant updates
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software development
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personal computing devices
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hardware
Aerospike has launched Database 8, enhancing its multi-model distributed system to ensure real-time performance and strict consistency for enterprise applications.
SMEs in Singapore could miss out on SGD $800m annually
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inflation
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Small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore are at risk of losing SGD $800 million each year by keeping cash in low-yield bank accounts.
Amazon Australia introduces PayTo with NAB & Banked
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Banked has partnered with National Australia Bank to introduce PayTo on Amazon Australia, offering secure, direct payments from customers' bank accounts.
UK consumers prefer traditional mail in digital age study
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data usage
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consumers
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banking
A recent study by Quadient reveals that 79% of UK consumers sent physical mail last year, highlighting a persistent preference for traditional communication methods.
Dee McGrath announces retirement from MUFG, Lombardo to lead
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banking
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financial services
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MUFG Pension & Market Services announces CEO Dee McGrath will retire on 30 June 2025, with Frank Lombardo appointed to lead its Australia and New Zealand operations.
Papua New Guinea completes digital kina currency trial
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digital economy
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banking
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meti
The Bank of Papua New Guinea, with Japan's METI and Soramitsu, has launched a proof of concept for a digital Kina, aiming to enhance financial inclusion.
EC360 platform launches to revolutionise banking KYC
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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data integration
Encompass has unveiled its EC360 platform to revolutionise corporate client verification in banking, addressing outdated processes amid rising competition.
Zero app launches, offers green financial solutions
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fintech
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payment technologies
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cleantech
Zero, a sustainable money app and debit card, is now fully launched under e-Money regulations, aiming to empower eco-conscious consumers in the UK.
Finkeda enhances fintech security with blockchain tech
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encryption
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blockchain
Finkeda is combating fintech cybersecurity threats by integrating advanced blockchain and robust protocols to safeguard financial data against rising breaches.
Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking’s digital revolution
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.
EPAM Systems expands partnership with Google Cloud for AI
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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power / energy
EPAM Systems is expanding its partnership with Google Cloud to deliver AI-powered solutions across media, energy, and retail sectors, driving digital transformation.
Techcombank leads in Vietnamese banking brand equity rise
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youtube
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collaboration
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digitisation
Techcombank's Brand Equity Index has surged by 68% in Q4 2024, now leading Vietnam's banking sector, fuelled by innovative marketing and community engagement.
Hexaware collaborates with AWS to boost cloud adoption
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digital transformation
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cx
Hexaware Technologies has partnered with Amazon Web Services to enhance cloud adoption and deliver generative AI solutions across multiple sectors.