Financial Conduct Authority stories
Yaspa raises USD $12 million for US expansion & Atlanta launch
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London fintech Yaspa raises USD $12 million led by Discerning Capital to expand into the US with a new base in Atlanta, targeting regulated gambling payments.
UK finance staff embrace AI but fear lack of training
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UK finance staff widely use AI tools but worry about inadequate training, data security, and lack of regulatory oversight in their organisations.
Ecommpay wins award for innovative secure payouts solution
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Ecommpay has won the Best Consumer Payments System at the PayTech Awards for its innovative payout solution enhancing secure payments to cards and wallets.
Chris Lowe joins Yaspa as Chief Financial Officer for expansion
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Chris Lowe joins Yaspa as full-time CFO to lead financial strategy during expansion into new markets and sectors across Europe.
Ecommpay wins two Retail Systems Awards for payment innovation
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Ecommpay won Payments Innovation and Fraud Prevention of the Year at the Retail Systems Awards 2025 for pioneering eCommerce payout and fraud detection solutions.
UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology
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UK firms relying on outdated legacy systems risk security breaches, inefficiencies, and missed growth, warns Essenkay amid rising cyber threats and economic pressures.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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Fri, 30th May 2025
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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
Fri, 30th May 2025
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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
Tue, 27th May 2025
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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
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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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
Wed, 21st May 2025
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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
Mon, 19th May 2025
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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
Thu, 8th May 2025
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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
Tue, 6th May 2025
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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
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Ecommpay has been shortlisted in two categories at the FinTech Awards London, recognising its innovation and collaboration with The Money Platform.