Building a solid foundation for AI data in the financial services sector 

Building a solid foundation for AI data in the financial services sector 

By Steven Chung, President of Starburst examines how AI is only as good as the data that supports it AI has the potential to revolutionize banking and financial services, but its effectiveness hinges on data integrity, context, and relevancy. AI-powered risk assessment models, personalized banking experiences, and fraud detection systems all depend on high-quality, well-governed data. AI…

What fintechs need to know about the evolution of phishing cyberattacks

What fintechs need to know about the evolution of phishing cyberattacks

By Richard LaTulip, a Field Chief Information Security Officer at Recorded Future. Phishing is a major concern in the UK. It’s form of attack that often attempts to manipulate people into revealing sensitive information or downloading malware, and poses a significant risk for fintechs. The UK government’s ‘Cyber security breaches survey 2025’ shows phishing attempts…

The Growing Influence of Embedded Finance: How Non-Financial Companies Are Changing the Financial Landscape

The Growing Influence of Embedded Finance: How Non-Financial Companies Are Changing the Financial Landscape

By Deepak Shukla Embedded finance is transforming industries as non-financial companies increasingly offer financial products like payments, loans and insurance. This shift opens new revenue streams and improves customer experiences. McKinsey reports the global embedded finance market will grow from $22 billion in 2022 to $230 billion by 2025, driven by the demand for seamless,…

The rise of business payment fraud and the case for updating your defences

The rise of business payment fraud and the case for updating your defences

By Ramesh Menon, Chief Product Officer at Eftsure Fraud in all shapes and forms has been growing exponentially for several years and unfortunately shows no sign of slowing down, as those pulling the cybercrime levers continue to profit. However, whenever there are incidents within industries of ‘cheats’ advancing, there is always an opportunity for those…

The Real-World AI Challenge for Fintechs: Why Fighting Chargebacks Still Requires Context, Not Just Models

The Real-World AI Challenge for Fintechs: Why Fighting Chargebacks Still Requires Context, Not Just Models

By Angeline Viray, Head of Marketing, Chargeblast AI has transformed how fintech companies operate. But when it comes to chargebacks, even the most advanced models often fall short. The reason is simple: post-authorization disputes aren’t just a data problem. They’re a context problem. Chargebacks don’t need predictions. They need clarity, nuance, and fast action. And…

New Global Digital Economy Trust Index Published 

New Global Digital Economy Trust Index Published 

LONDON, UK, 14 May 2025 – Checkout.com, a leading global digital payments company, launches the inaugural Digital Economy Trust Index, which measures consumer confidence in digital platforms and ranks 16 countries based on security, transparency and user experience in the digital economy. The ranking reveals a strong direct correlation between consumer trust in the digital economy and individual country…

Research: Amid Soaring Financial Stress, Financial Resilience is Key to Employee Engagement & Productivity

Research: Amid Soaring Financial Stress, Financial Resilience is Key to Employee Engagement & Productivity

New report from Wagestream urges employers to take action and build on employee financial resilience NEW YORK, May 14, 2025 – Amid critical levels of financial stress in the US and UK, new research has identified financial resilience as a crucial lever for bolstering employee engagement and productivity. With money worries dominating, the report reveals…

Could instant payments become the safest way to move money?

Could instant payments become the safest way to move money?

Jay Floyd, Director of Payments Intelligence & Financial Crime at ACI Worldwide, explains why instant payments can be far less vulnerable to fraud than other transactions Instant payments have revolutionised the way we move money, offering greater speed, convenience and inclusion. However, this comes with a significant caveat: the quicker the payments, the quicker the…

Banks are investing in AI, but are customers ready for change?

Banks are investing in AI, but are customers ready for change?

By Nick Smith, VP Sales & General Manager APAC, Smart Communications The future investment of AI in banking is undeniable, with projections showing that generative AI investments in APAC are expected to reach $175 billion by 2028. In 2025 alone, over 40% of AI investment is expected to be in the finance and banking industry….

InvestHK promotes Hong Kong as Asia's business launch pad in Eastern Europe and Middle East

InvestHK promotes Hong Kong as Asia’s business launch pad in Eastern Europe and Middle East

HONG KONG SAR – May 2025 – ​Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) announced today (May 10) that the Director-General of Investment Promotion at InvestHK, Ms Alpha Lau, will embark on a series of visits to Istanbul, Türkiye; Budapest, Hungary; and Cairo, Egypt, some of the key economies along the Belt and Road, to strengthen economic ties and…