Financial Conduct Authority stories
UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology
2 days ago
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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mfa
UK firms relying on outdated legacy systems risk security breaches, inefficiencies, and missed growth, warns Essenkay amid rising cyber threats and economic pressures.
Ecommpay launches free pack to boost eCommerce accessibility
3 days ago
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cx
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martech
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api
Ecommpay has launched a free Accessibility Pack to help eCommerce merchants improve website accessibility and boost inclusivity in online shopping.
Ecommpay shortlisted for best eCommerce payment solution award
4 days ago
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fintech
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payment technologies
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mastercard
Ecommpay has been shortlisted for the Best eCommerce Payment Solution at the 2025 eCommerce Awards, highlighting its innovative payment journey improvements.
NTT DATA unveils digital claims platform for UK auto lenders
4 days ago
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
NTT DATA launches a digital claims platform to help UK banks and auto lenders manage redress claims amid growing scrutiny over motor finance deals.
Webull UK & Upvest enable GBP £1 trading in local stocks & ETFs
Last week
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fintech
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fca
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nasdaq
Webull UK partners with Upvest to offer UK stocks and ETFs trading from GBP £1 via fractional shares, expanding local market access for investors.
Blueberry Life seeks backing for AI-driven longevity insurance
This month
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ai
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crowdfunding
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investment
Blueberry Life launches crowdfunding to back AI-driven longevity insurance, aiming to aid those with chronic illnesses in the UK and beyond live healthier, longer lives.
Griffin unveils MCP Server to boost AI agents in banking
Last month
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fintech
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api
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agentic ai
Griffin has launched its MCP Server, enabling AI agents to open accounts, make payments and analyse transactions within banking systems securely.
Calls for review as TISA urges FCA to simplify disclosures
Last month
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financial literacy
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fca
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financial services
TISA urges the FCA to simplify consumer disclosures for investments, calling current rules confusing and advocating clearer, unified information.
Ecommpay grows processing volume 25% with new payment options
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fintech
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payment technologies
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financial conduct authority
Ecommpay's processing volume surged by 25% in 2024, driven by new payment options, commercial partnerships, and enhanced acceptance rates.
UK motor insurance switching rises as premiums stabilise
Last month
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insurance
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lexisnexis
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market competition
More UK motorists shopped around for insurance in H2 2024, with 25% switching providers, up from 20% in 2023 amid rising price competitiveness.
TransferGo unveils GBP wallets & savings for UK businesses
Last month
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fintech
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fca
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financial conduct authority
TransferGo teams up with Griffin to launch multi-currency business accounts in the UK, offering GBP wallets, savings, and same-day transfers for firms.
Ecommpay shortlisted for three categories at PayTech Awards 2025
Last month
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fintech
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payment technologies
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mastercard
Ecommpay has been shortlisted for three awards at the PayTech Awards 2025, recognising innovation in payments, anti-fraud, and diversity leadership.
Skillcast launches Aida to boost confidential AI compliance
Last month
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data privacy
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agentic ai
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aida
Skillcast has launched Aida, an AI assistant offering confidential, real-time compliance training to meet rising UK concerns over AI regulation readiness.
Payment Assist & eDynamix partner for unified dealer payments
Last month
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digital transformation
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fintech
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bnpl
Payment Assist UK and eDynamix partner to offer UK car dealerships integrated payment options via exstoPay, unifying cards, Open Banking, and BNPL services.
Ecommpay named finalist in two categories at London FinTech awards
Last month
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fintech
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api
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payment technologies
Ecommpay has been shortlisted in two categories at the FinTech Awards London, recognising its innovation and collaboration with The Money Platform.
Haboo partners with Griffin to launch flexible repay wallet
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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fintech
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financial conduct authority
Haboo money partners with Griffin to launch a save-as-you-repay wallet, enhancing borrower flexibility and boosting loan repayment support in the UK.
HiQi & Ecommpay boost app payments in Portugal & Spain
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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fintech
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payment technologies
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mastercard
HiQi partners with Ecommpay to enhance app payments in Portugal and Spain, enabling faster, compliant top-ups with diverse payment options.
Banked acquires VibePay to drive global Pay by Bank use
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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fintech
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blockchain
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payment technologies
Banked has acquired UK app VibePay to boost Pay by Bank with new incentives, expanding presence in UK, US, Australia, and accelerating global adoption.
Ecommpay shortlisted for 2025 ICA Compliance Award
Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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payment technologies
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mastercard
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cable
Ecommpay has been named a finalist in the ICA Compliance Awards Europe 2025 for its innovative Risk Control Management System developed with Cable.
UK regulators explore AI integration for data efficiencies
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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ai
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transparency
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data management
Senior UK regulators recently gathered to explore the potential of artificial intelligence in enhancing operational efficiencies across financial sectors.