Tackling cyber threats through technology and education
by Ben Poole
IBM and Fernergo partnering on software solutions to financial crime, as Mastercard and Oxford University offer cyber skills programme.
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Industry roundup: 22 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief from Basware, Barclays, The World Bank, and Nacha.
Ratings agencies assess the COVID-19 impact on European banks and corporates
by Ben Poole
Scope Ratings' outlook on European banks continues to show downside, while Moody's notes importance of industry sector for corporates.
Blockchain blooming in China’s financial services sector
by Ben Poole
Both Ant Financial and WeBank have announced new projects that use blockchain in innovative ways.
Industry roundup: 21 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief featuring RBC, SmartStream, Mastercard and more.
Deutsche Bank begins roll out of corporate instant payments in Thailand
by Ben Poole
PromptPay uses an account number or corporate tax ID to receive incoming payments.
83% of UK, US and Chinese firms considering alternative trade finance providers
by Ben Poole
Firms are looking for providers that can arrange access to faster and more agile funding to help navigate the effects of COVID-19.
Industry roundup: 20 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief featuring Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Taulia, Nice Actimize, and Funding Circle.
Treasurers in the spotlight to manage COVID-19 business risks
by Ben Poole
Data gathered by Bloomberg and Greenwich Associates highlights how treasury is being asked to be a critical line of corporate defence.
Sustainability is crucial for innovation leaders
by Ben Poole
Lux Research says resource, emissions, and waste reductions are key strategies for success, as ING and Refinitiv enhance ESG efforts.
Industry roundup: 17 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief featuring a ranking of the best FX banks, Facebook's Libra applying for a payments licence, and Danone selecting C2FO.
Card giants unleash COVID-19 war chest to support SMEs
by Ben Poole
Mastercard and Visa's support programmes for small businesses total US$460m
ESG commitments pushing ahead in spite of COVID-19
by Ben Poole
The EU Green Deal seems to still be on track, while Mizuho has announced strict new ESG policies.
Industry roundup: 16 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief featuring DBS, Currencycloud, Fairfax, Deloitte, KyckGlobal, and more.
Cashforce Quick Wins to get control of your liquidity NOW
by Jack Large
Three offerings to: identify cash savings, improve cash flow analysis, and reduce your working capital level required
Industry roundup: 15 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief for Pega, IOSCO, EPA, Kyckr and Citi.
Blockchain and AI unlocking trade efficiencies
by Ben Poole
Exponential technologies are slashing the time it takes to make trade transactions.
Sibos 2020 falls victim to COVID-19
by Ben Poole
SWIFT had already cancelled all in-person events through August.
Trade set to plunge as COVID-19 upends global economy
by Ben Poole
Global trade is expected to fall by between 13-32% in 2020 as the COVID 19 pandemic disrupts normal economic activity.
MineralTree expands ERP integrations for AP automation
by Ben Poole
The move simplifies remote work for finance teams.
Starling Bank to support UK businesses through CBILS
by Ben Poole
The digital bank has been accredited by the British Business Bank as a lender under the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme.
Nordea promises faster supplier payments
by Ben Poole
The move is designed to support its suppliers during the COVID-19 crisis.
AFP survey finds business email compromise the most prevalent fraud tactic
by Ben Poole
The 2020 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey revealed 81% of organisations were targets of payments fraud in 2019.
UKEF expands protection against non-payment for UK exporters
by Ben Poole
UK Export Finance to offer export insurance in all major markets in response to COVID-19.