Spektr exits stealth with €5m seed funding to revolutionise compliance automation
Spektr, a pioneering company in the compliance technology sector, has officially emerged from stealth mode, heralding a new era in ongoing due diligence.
Streamlining AML compliance: The future of FinTech operations
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial services, maintaining regulatory compliance is not just a legal requirement but a strategic advantage. As financial institutions navigate...
Nucleus Security secures $43m in Series B funding
Nucleus Security, a pioneer in the Risk-Based Vulnerability Management sector, has successfully raised $43m in a Series B funding round.
AML challenges and digital transformation: What 2024 holds for financial services
As we step into the second month of 2024, financial institutions (FIs) and regulated entities face a future that is anything but certain. Following a year marked by considerable upheaval, the question on everyone's mind is how to best prepare for what lies ahead.
Fineksus revolutionises AML compliance with new Inspector API launch
Fineksus, a trailblazer in the FinTech sector, has launched the Inspector API, offering an advanced, cost-effective solution for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Name Screening.
Device Authority attracts $7m in Series A funding from cybersecurity specialists
Device Authority, a global leader in Identity and Access Management (IAM) for Enterprise IoT ecosystems, has announced a significant financial milestone, securing $7m in Series A funding.
A deep dive into the EU’s new AML package
The European Union (EU) has made a significant leap forward in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing with a provisional agreement on an anti-money laundering (AML) package. This agreement, pending full approval, is set to fortify the EU's financial system and protect its citizens by introducing sweeping changes across various sectors.
4 critical AML use cases for AI
The relentless advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) in banking is a game-changer in the ongoing war against financial crime. Financial institutions of every size are turning to AI to bolster their anti-money laundering (AML) capabilities.
Enhancing onboarding: The strategic edge in bank customer due diligence
In the competitive landscape of banking, customer onboarding emerges as a pivotal phase, with customer due diligence standing at its core. When managed poorly, the onboarding process can deter potential clients, causing banks to miss out on new revenue streams. Conversely, hasty or inaccurate due diligence could lead to the acquisition of customers who pose commercial and reputational risks, potentially incurring hefty regulatory fines.
How Theta Lake empowers firms to maximise value from modern communication tools
A recent study from Theta Lake, a pioneer in digital communications governance, found that 69% of IT and compliance professionals expect the use of unified communication and collaboration (UCC) tools to increase in 2024. With firms using an average of 4.6 communication and collaboration tools, it is evident that UCC tools have become an embedded and essential part of modern business, but firms must ensure they are compliantly getting the full value of these tools.
