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Quantum Security 25 honours leaders in post-quantum era

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DigiCert and Techstrong unveil the first Quantum Security 25, honouring global leaders steering real-world post-quantum security plans.
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Juspay secures USD $50m, hits USD $1.2bn valuation

Mon, 26th Jan 2026
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Juspay raises USD $50m in follow-on funding led by WestBridge Capital, lifting the payments firm to a USD $1.2bn valuation.
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US banks dominate AI patents as Europe falls behind

Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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US banks tighten grip on AI patents in finance, with a small North American elite racing ahead as European rivals fall further behind.
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Paragon secures EUR €585 million to fund global growth & tech

Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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Paragon secures EUR €585 million refinancing to fund global expansion and advance AI and cloud technologies, targeting new markets and growth.
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HSBC launches Innovation Banking in New Zealand for scale-ups

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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HSBC has launched its Innovation Banking service in New Zealand, providing tailored funding and support for venture-backed scale-ups and their investors.
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Starburst reports record revenues with AI-driven growth

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Starburst reports record financial results for FY25, fuelled by a 94% surge in cloud product adoption and a 20% increase in net new customers.
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James Cameron leads JLL's energy role in Asia Pacific

Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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James Cameron has been appointed Head of Energy & Infrastructure for Asia Pacific at JLL, driving the firm's expansion in the region from Singapore.
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Aspire quintupled its compliance & IT security teams

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Aspire's compliance and IT security teams have grown fivefold in 24 months, bolstered by strategic hires to fuel global expansion and enhance regulatory adherence.
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GTreasury partners with Necto to expand APAC API connectivity

Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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GTreasury partners with Necto to expand API connectivity in APAC, enhancing its ClearConnect Gateway with seamless data integration from additional regional banks.
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HSBC & BNY Mellon to pilot Quantexa's new AI technology

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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HSBC and BNY Mellon join Quantexa's Lighthouse Programme to deploy Q Assist, a context-aware generative AI suite, debuting at London Tech Week to optimise financial services.
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Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech

Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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Raphael Bres is set to harness AI to revolutionise Tradeshift's finance function after he rejoins the B2B eCommerce, fintech platform, amid company restructuring and growth.
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James Berry named new APAC managing director at Diversified

Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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James Berry joins global technology solutions provider, Diversified, as new managing director of APAC. The former Atos MD brings 30+ years of experience across technology and financial services sectors.
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Tradeshift appoints Iain Balchin as new CFO

Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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Tradeshift, the B2B eCommerce and fintech platform, hires veteran financial executive Iain Balchin as its new CFO, focusing on expanding network and monetising services.
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JPMorgan Chase leads as AI research powerhouse – report

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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Newly data by Evident shows JPMorgan Chase's ongoing rise as a leading force in AI research, with a significant increase in output.
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HSBC survey reveals businesses value human touch in AI era

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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HSBC survey shows a significant majority of businesses see the human touch as key, despite fears AI may cost jobs in the future.
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Immersive Labs recognised in cybersecurity training

Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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Immersive Labs named a leader in cybersecurity skills and training platforms by the Forrester Wave: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023.
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Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind

Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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Banks are dedicating more resources to responsible artificial intelligence, with a 43% staffing increase, but only six clarify their approach.
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Extend partners with SAP Concur to offer virtual-card-as-a-service

Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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Extend integrates with SAP Concur, offering a virtual-card-as-a-service solution for businesses, countering competitor Brex.
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Moneyhub named in 2023 top 100 global fintech startups

Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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Bristol's Moneyhub is ranked among the top 100 'most promising' fintech start-ups globally for 2023 by CBInsights.
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GSBN and HSBC complete 'ground breaking' trade finance POC

Fri, 14th Apr 2023
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Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN) has completed a proof-of-concept with HSBC to transform global trade finance using blockchain-enabled technology.