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ABBYY launches Document AI API as IDP market surges

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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ABBYY unveils Document AI API, a developer-friendly tool to convert unstructured business documents into accurate data, boosting automation in workflows.
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Fivecast's platform revolutionises financial crime detection

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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Fivecast has launched a groundbreaking AI-driven platform to bolster financial crime investigations, aiding institutions in meeting stringent AML compliance demands.
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Kore.ai launches AI platform for enterprise workflow automation

Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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Kore.ai has unveiled AI for Process, a no-code platform designed to revolutionise enterprise workflow automation and optimise decision-making.
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To build or to buy? Tackling KYC complexities in client onboarding

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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In an era where speed and efficiency are paramount, banks must decide between building custom KYC systems or investing in advanced SaaS solutions to enhance client onboarding.
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EC360 platform launches to revolutionise banking KYC

Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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Encompass has unveiled its EC360 platform to revolutionise corporate client verification in banking, addressing outdated processes amid rising competition.
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Credas sees 40% customer growth, plans 2025 expansion

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Credas Technologies in Cardiff has seen a remarkable 40% surge in its customer base, surpassing financial targets by 60% as it prepares for international growth.
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Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Appdome has launched Threat Dynamics, an AI-enhanced mobile defence platform aimed at pre-emptive threat management for mobile businesses facing rising fraud.
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Microblink reports strong 2024 growth in ID verification sector

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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Microblink has reported robust growth in 2024, buoyed by rising demand for its identity verification solutions and expanded integration on Google Cloud.
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Global spend on KYC systems to hit USD $22bn by 2029

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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A study by Juniper Research forecasts that global non-financial businesses will spend USD $22 billion on KYC/KYB systems by 2029, marking a 140% increase.
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Identity fraud in Europe surges by 150%, deepfakes on the rise

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Identity fraud in Europe has surged by 150% year-on-year, with deepfake use escalating sharply and businesses reporting widespread challenges.
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Veriam unveils platform to simplify organisational management

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Veriam has unveiled a groundbreaking platform that seamlessly integrates identity management, access control, and subscription services to simplify business operations.
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Continuous screening vital to detect 75% more money mules

Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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financial institutions
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A study by Synectics reveals that 75% of money mules remain undetected without continuous KYC and AML screening, presenting a major threat to banks.
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SQR acquired by SQRx to drive digital identity innovation

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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SQR has been acquired by UK-based SQRx, aiming to boost digital identity growth. Entrepreneur Grahame Chilton, SQRx's largest shareholder, sees it as a 'groundbreaking' move.
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Acronis reports 293% increase in email cyberattacks in H1 2024

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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Cybersecurity firm Acronis has identified a staggering 293% increase in email cyberattacks during the first half of 2024 compared to 2023.
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Appdome enhances geo-fraud detection with new security features

Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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Appdome has bolstered its Geo-Fraud Detection service with Geo-Location Fencing and Geo Desync Attack Detection to better protect mobile apps from location-based fraud.
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TanX hits USD $1 billion in quarterly trading volume

Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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blockchain
TanX has hit a quarterly trading volume of USD $1 billion, marking a 70% rise and underscoring the growing reliance on decentralized trading platforms.
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Cybercriminals exploit ChatGPT for near-perfect phishing emails

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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ReliaQuest's latest report reveals cybercriminals are exploiting ChatGPT and other AI tools to create near-perfect phishing emails, achieving a 2.8% success rate.
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Encompass appoints Andrew Dunn as Vice President of Engineering

Sun, 23rd Jun 2024
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Encompass appoints Andrew Dunn as VP of Engineering, tasked with leading the strategic delivery of its CDI platform to enhance global banking solutions.
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Lucinity launches AI copilot plug-in at Money2020 Europe

Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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Lucinity unveils an advanced AI copilot plug-in at Money2020 Europe, promising instant ROI and up to 90% productivity boosts for financial institutions.
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First AML & Armalytix join forces to elevate AML processes

Thu, 30th May 2024
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First AML has partnered with Open Banking tech platform Armalytix to boost Source of Funds and Source of Wealth capabilities for large conveyancing firms.