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Live AI interpretation bridges language gap at Consensus 2025
Crypto

Live AI interpretation bridges language gap at Consensus 2025

Interprefy enhanced multilingual communication at CoinDesk Consensus 2025 in Hong Kong with AI-driven captions and live English-Mandarin interpretation for 500+ attendees.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Rayls launches Enygma for private transactions on Ethereum
Crypto

Rayls launches Enygma for private transactions on Ethereum

Rayls launches Enygma, a compliance-ready privacy framework for Ethereum, enabling confidential transactions with optional auditor oversight and seamless integration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Backbase unveils AI platform to boost bank efficiency & growth
Fintech

Backbase unveils AI platform to boost bank efficiency & growth

Backbase launches AI-powered Banking Platform to boost banks' growth, automate tasks and improve efficiency amid legacy tech challenges globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
World Password Day highlights security trends, future shifts
Multi-factor authentication

World Password Day highlights security trends, future shifts

World Password Day highlights the importance of strong, unique passwords and emerging passwordless technologies for enhanced security against cyber threats.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Uno Digital Bank adopts new loan system to boost lending agility
EduTech

Uno Digital Bank adopts new loan system to boost lending agility

Uno Digital Bank has adopted Pennant Technologies' Loan Management System to streamline operations, boost flexibility, and enhance customer lending experiences.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
Meta1st rolls out AI features for stronger email security
Email Security

Meta1st rolls out AI features for stronger email security

Meta1st upgrades its Analyse1st and Learn1st to enhance cyber risk defence and help financial firms comply with DORA, boosting real-time email threat detection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry
Malware

Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry

A Radware study highlights alarming trends in cyber threats to the financial sector, revealing a surge in infostealer services and sophisticated OTP bots.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Ripple acquires Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion deal
Crypto

Ripple acquires Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion deal

Ripple has announced the acquisition of Hidden Road for USD $1.25 billion, making it the first crypto firm to manage a global multi-asset prime broker.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Fivecast's platform revolutionises financial crime detection
Data Analytics

Fivecast's platform revolutionises financial crime detection

Fivecast has launched a groundbreaking AI-driven platform to bolster financial crime investigations, aiding institutions in meeting stringent AML compliance demands.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
How banks can support mortgage customers to reduce their carbon emissions
Customer Experience

How banks can support mortgage customers to reduce their carbon emissions

In a bid to combat rising carbon emissions, banks are urged to utilise their data and influence to help mortgage customers implement sustainable home upgrades.

By Brian Johnston • 4 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
XUSD stablecoin expands to Binance, boosting global reach
Network Infrastructure

XUSD stablecoin expands to Binance, boosting global reach

StraitsX's XUSD stablecoin will debut on Binance, bolstering its presence in digital finance as it surges towards mainstream adoption and infrastructure innovations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025

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Cyberattacks expose vulnerabilities in Aussie super funds
Data Protection

Cyberattacks expose vulnerabilities in Aussie super funds

A series of cyberattacks on Australia's superannuation funds has exposed critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities, sparking urgent national security concerns.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
LDA Technologies unveils NeoTap X for capital markets
AMD

LDA Technologies unveils NeoTap X for capital markets

LDA Technologies has unveiled NeoTap X, an advanced solution for timestamping and tap aggregation in capital markets, featuring 100G capabilities and high-speed processing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Revolut report highlights surge in Telegram, WhatsApp scams
Email Security

Revolut report highlights surge in Telegram, WhatsApp scams

Revolut's latest report reveals Meta platforms are the primary source of scams affecting consumers, with reported cases rising significantly in Australia and globally.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
Malware

Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore

Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
AI expected to revolutionise Singapore financial services
Customer Experience

AI expected to revolutionise Singapore financial services

A new Salesforce report reveals 60% of Singaporean consumers expect greater AI integration in financial services, with millennials leading the optimism.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
Australia introduces new cybersecurity compliance laws 2024
Data Protection

Australia introduces new cybersecurity compliance laws 2024

Noggin has revealed critical regulatory updates for Australian companies, introducing new compliance requirements in cybersecurity and healthcare sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025