Salv has published practical and legally aligned guidance on safe and compliant collaboration in financial crime

Allica has renewed its sponsorship of the World Stone Skimming Championships, doubling down on its support for grassroots events

New research from Unbiased, the UK’s leading financial advice platform, reveals that while consumers see a role for artificial intelligence (AI) in routine financial tasks, they still expect to work with human advisers. The findings highlight a clear opportunity for advice firms, integrating AI to enhance efficiency without losing the personal connection that clients value most.

Tietoevry Banking has signed a five-year software-as-a-service (SaaS) agreement with IC Cash Services, marking its first step into Germany’s ATM market. Through a robust and fully regulatory-compliant platform, the partnership will enable secure and efficient cash distribution across IC Cash’s European network of 2,500 ATMs, while supporting cost reductions and operational efficiency in Germany’s cash ecosystem.

Over half of UK small and medium-sized business (SMB) owners (53%) are now turning to AI tools such as ChatGPT for practical business advice and problem-solving, according to new research from Worldpay. Despite this growing reliance on artificial intelligence, nearly all (93%) SMB owners continue to place their greatest trust in the technology partners who help run their businesses.

Digital compliance experts SmartSearch have warned that the UK’s new failure to prevent fraud offence is a “wake up call” for large firms that have “turned a blind eye for too long”.

When shown a series of 8 short video clips featuring both real and deepfake celebrities, only 3.7% of Brits were able to correctly identify them all.

Allica Bank – the challenger bank for established SMEs – has today published the results of its latest commercial mortgage survey of over 200 brokers, revealing that 48.5% of brokers have seen an increase in applications over the past six months. That’s up from 40% in Q4 2024, and comes despite a period marred by global uncertainty, trade tensions, high costs, and the introduction of higher employer National Insurance contributions.

Insignis, the leading cash management platform, has launched a new, multi-bank “forever” cash ISA that lets savers access market-leading rates and diversify their cash holdings through a single application, facilitating better long-term financial planning.

Finom opens access to AI Accounting to all customers in Germany that streamlines accounting workflows

Crowdcube Growth Series is an initiative designed to help later-stage private businesses unlock liquidity

Aryza, a leading global provider of credit and debt lifecycle SaaS solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Bravure, a market leader in technology enabled debt sale and recovery solutions. Based in Sydney Australia, this strategic acquisition reinforces Aryza’s commitment to the Australian market, while enhancing its capabilities in the complex post-arrears environment.

Raise Partner, a leading France-based B2B WealthTech provider, has announced the launch of a new version of its flagship digital solution, Smart Risk Decisions, designed to meet the evolving needs of family offices and private banks.

S64, the global alternatives fintech and solutions partner to the wealth management industry, has announced the appointment of Hui Xin Tay in their Asia Distribution team.

South Indian Bank (SIB), a prominent private sector bank in India, has partnered with MoEngage, a leading Customer Data and Engagement Platform (CDEP). This collaboration aims to enhance the bank's ability to automate, optimise, and secure its customer engagement initiatives, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory guidelines.