Tagged: digital technology

August 22, 2025 @ 3:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

PwC, a global network of firms providing audit and assurance, tax and legal, and deals and consulting services, announced an expanded partnership with Workday, Inc. to develop and deliver new custom industry apps through the built on the Workday platform. Through this partnership, PwC firms… Read More

August 21, 2025 @ 12:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the landscape of cybersecurity and technology, Kaspersky’s recent reports highlight critical developments in cyber threats and the growing role of artificial intelligence in everyday applications. From sophisticated malware campaigns targeting financial institutions to the resurgence of a notorious backdoor and the underutilized potential of… Read More

August 20, 2025 @ 5:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nium, the infrastructure for real-time cross-border payments, announced the expansion of Verify, its account validation service, in Europe, through a strengthened strategic partnership with iPiD, the provider of the Know Your Payee (KYP) solution, iPiD Node. As part of this deepening collaboration, iPiD is also… Read More

August 19, 2025 @ 2:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), the national body overseeing investment dealers and trading activities, took decisive action last week by temporarily shutting down several of its systems in response to a detected cybersecurity threat. This measure underscores the importance of digital defenses in the… Read More

August 15, 2025 @ 2:29 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Kaspersky has detected and blocked “over 142 million” phishing link clicks in Q2 2025, a “3.3% increase from Q1.” Currently phishing is going through a shift driven by “sophisticated AI-powered deception techniques and innovative evasion methods.” Cybercriminals are exploiting deepfakes, voice cloning and trusted platforms… Read More

August 14, 2025 @ 9:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets firm Gemini announced key updates that enhance its offerings for both crypto traders and NFT enthusiasts. The platform now supports Ethereum (ETH) and stablecoin USDC across multiple blockchain networks, streamlining cross-chain transactions, and has partnered with Nifty Gateway Studio and Other World to… Read More

August 14, 2025 @ 8:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Checkout.com, a global digital payments company, unveils data showing that consumers in Asia and the MENA region, are embracing digital identity wallets and biometric verification, “closely followed by Brazil and New Zealand.” Meanwhile, adoption remains sluggish “across Europe, including the UK, and North America.” The… Read More

August 11, 2025 @ 9:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital identity protection app, Truyu, has launched a pilot of a free Gen AI-powered tool to “help Australians figure out if a text message might be a scam.” Anyone using the Truyu app – built by CommBank’s venture scaling arm x15ventures – can now “take a… Read More

August 8, 2025 @ 12:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) announced an investment in YearOne, a company that helps organizations accelerate software development through its data-driven software engineering intelligence platform. As part of the investment led by Accenture Ventures, Accenture will collaborate with YearOne to help businesses “accelerate the lifecycle of digital… Read More

August 3, 2025 @ 3:29 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a global environment where digital infrastructure underpins business activities and platforms, cybercriminals are leveraging increasingly sophisticated methods to bypass security measures. Recent discoveries by Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) highlight the evolving nature of cyber threats, exposing how attackers exploit trusted platforms… Read More

July 31, 2025 @ 10:39 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent report from Cornerstone Advisors, highlighted by Nymbus, underscores a transformative shift in the financial services landscape: vertical banking strategies are fueling significant growth for credit unions and community banks. As traditional financial institutions face mounting competition from fintechs and larger banks, these targeted… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 1:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Entrust, a global enabler of identity-centric security solutions, is reinforcing its commitment to secure digital ecosystems through a strategic partnership with PlaySafe ID, a CEO transition, and the unveiling of a cryptographic security platform. These developments underscore Entrust’s approach to addressing the challenges of cybersecurity,… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 10:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the an environment that’s becoming immersed in artificial intelligence and digital identity, World Network continues to lead with innovative solutions that prioritize human verification, privacy, and inclusivity. Marking its second year, World Network has reportedly achieved key milestones, from expanding its global reach to… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 10:23 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving ecosystem of digital identity verification, Regtech Prove continues to focus on developing solutions that address critical challenges in fraud prevention, system integration, and regulatory compliance. Recent insights from Prove highlight the company’s commitment to tackling emerging risks and streamlining onboarding processes. Together,… Read More

July 27, 2025 @ 2:16 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

LegalDocs, a provider of digital legal solutions, announced its entry into the electronic forms market, which is reportedly valued at over $6 billion and is said to be poised for growth. LegalDocs’ LegalTech platform aims to improve document preparation and management by delivering legally compliant… Read More

July 24, 2025 @ 9:14 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the first quarter of 2025, the cybersecurity sector demonstrated resilience, securing $3.3 billion across 182 venture capital deals, according to the Q1 2025 Cybersecurity VC Trends report from PitchBook. While deal value remained flat compared to the previous quarter, a decline in deal count… Read More

July 17, 2025 @ 2:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Trumid, a fixed income electronic trading platform, has shared its trade volume and user participation highlights for June and the second quarter of 2025, reinforcing its position as a key player in the credit trading ecosystem. The company’s approach, which combines technology with market expertise, has… Read More

July 12, 2025 @ 12:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nymbus, a full-stack banking platform for U.S. banks and credit unions, announced a new agreement with Bud Financial, a provider of transaction data enrichment and AI-driven insights for the financial services industry. Nymbus will integrate Bud’s “suite of personal financial management (PFM) widgets.” These capabilities… Read More

July 11, 2025 @ 7:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Data and technology company Experian and household decision platform RVU announce a new agreement that will help even more consumers access the right financial products for their circumstances. RVU, home to brands including Confused.com, Uswitch, and money.co.uk, will utilise Experian’s Eligibility Solution to “further enhance their customers’ ability to… Read More

July 8, 2025 @ 12:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Sumsub announced the release of its commissioned Total Economic Impact (TEI) study conducted by Forrester Consulting. The study aims to examine the potential return on investment (ROI) enterprises may achieve by using Sumsub’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Transaction Monitoring. While a report like this is self-promoting,… Read More