Sat.Aug 17, 2024

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D•One and Abound Collaborate to Advance AI-Driven Lending with Open Banking Data

The Fintech Times

D•One , the open banking unit of The ClearScore Group, has partnered with credit tech company Abound to enhance lending decisions using open banking data and AI. This collaboration enables Abound to assess borrower affordability more accurately by leveraging D•One’s transaction categorisation prowess, aiming to broaden access to affordable loans while reducing credit risk.

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SEC Slaps More Wall Street Firms With $392Million in Whatsapp Fines: What’s the Next Move?

The Fintech Times

Earlier this week, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed that 26 broker-dealers and investment advisers have agreed to pay combined civil penalties totalling over $392million, for unauthorised use of messaging services such as Whatsapp. Firms and their employees are not allowed to use WhatsApp to communicate with colleagues, partners or customers, as it compromises each firm’s ability to monitor and record communications, as set out by stringent regulations enforced by

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PayQuicker Partners With Thunes to Offer E-Wallets as Bank Alternative to Millions

The Fintech Times

PayQuicker , a global payouts orchestration firm, is partnering with Thunes , the cross-border payment infrastructure provider, to expand its e-wallet payout capabilities worldwide. Aiming to address increasing demand for more diverse, and flexible payout methods, particularly in emerging markets that rely on e-wallets, PayQuicker aim to offer access to over 120 e-wallets in key emerging markets, to enhance the speed, ease, and efficiency of financial transactions worldwide.

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Experian Expands Fraud Risk Suite With NeuroID Acquistion

The Fintech Times

Global data and technology company, Experian has acquired NeuroID , the behavioural analytics firm, to expand its fraud risk suite. The new partnership will see Experian implement NeuroID’s modern capabilities which will in turn provide a new layer of insight into digital behavioural signals and analytics. Consequently, these will be observed for both new and returning users throughout the customer lifecycle.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Investing in Real Estate: How Digital Platforms Are Changing the Game

The Fintech Times

The rise of digital platforms has significantly altered the landscape of property investment, offering tools and insights that were once unimaginable. As technology continues to advance, these platforms are becoming indispensable for investors seeking to streamline their research, make informed decisions, and execute purchases with greater efficiency.

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APAC Faced the Most Regulatory Fines in H1’24 Reveals Fenergo in Latest Report

The Fintech Times

The value of fines is growing in the financial services industry, with a 31 per cent increase in value between H1’24 and H1’23. Breaking down how global financial institutions’ enforcement actions have impacted different regions across the globe, Fenergo , the know your customer (KYC), transaction monitoring and client lifecycle management (CLM) solutions provider has published new findings.

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