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Fintech Xalts acquires banking platform Contour Network
Fintech

Fintech Xalts acquires banking platform Contour Network

Singapore's Xalts acquires Contour Network in a strategic move to augment its trade finance solution ecosystem and digitise the $30tn sector.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
The Marketing Society announces new Hong Kong leadership
Customer Experience

The Marketing Society announces new Hong Kong leadership

The Marketing Society has announced its new leadership for its Hong Kong hub, with Natalie Truong as Chair and Hina Wainwright as Vice Chair.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2023

Global Stories

HSBC stories

Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech
Marketing Technologies

Raphael Bres returns to Tradeshift, set to harness AI in fintech

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.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
James Berry named new APAC managing director at Diversified
Digital Signage

James Berry named new APAC managing director at Diversified

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.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
Tradeshift appoints Iain Balchin as new CFO
Chief Financial Officer

Tradeshift appoints Iain Balchin as new CFO

Tradeshift, the B2B eCommerce and fintech platform, hires veteran financial executive Iain Balchin as its new CFO, focusing on expanding network and monetising services.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024
JPMorgan Chase leads as AI research powerhouse – report
Artificial Intelligence

JPMorgan Chase leads as AI research powerhouse – report

Newly data by Evident shows JPMorgan Chase's ongoing rise as a leading force in AI research, with a significant increase in output.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
HSBC survey reveals businesses value human touch in AI era
Artificial Intelligence

HSBC survey reveals businesses value human touch in AI era

HSBC survey shows a significant majority of businesses see the human touch as key, despite fears AI may cost jobs in the future.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024
Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind
Partner Programmes

Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind

Banks are dedicating more resources to responsible artificial intelligence, with a 43% staffing increase, but only six clarify their approach.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023
Immersive Labs recognised in cybersecurity training
Application Security

Immersive Labs recognised in cybersecurity training

Immersive Labs named a leader in cybersecurity skills and training platforms by the Forrester Wave: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023
Michael Harrison to steer UK Sales for Accelerated Payments
Partner Programmes

Michael Harrison to steer UK Sales for Accelerated Payments

Michael Harrison, having vast experience in global banks and tech firms, joins Accelerated Payments as UK Sales Director.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
Extend partners with SAP Concur to offer virtual-card-as-a-service
Payment Technologies

Extend partners with SAP Concur to offer virtual-card-as-a-service

Extend integrates with SAP Concur, offering a virtual-card-as-a-service solution for businesses, countering competitor Brex.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023
Moneyhub named in 2023 top 100 global fintech startups
Fintech

Moneyhub named in 2023 top 100 global fintech startups

Bristol's Moneyhub is ranked among the top 100 'most promising' fintech start-ups globally for 2023 by CBInsights.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
GSBN and HSBC complete 'ground breaking' trade finance POC
Blockchain

GSBN and HSBC complete 'ground breaking' trade finance POC

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

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Apr 2023

Stories from Other Regions

HSBC stories

Databricks sees 70% growth in EMEA amidst enterprise demand for AI
Data Science

Databricks sees 70% growth in EMEA amidst enterprise demand for AI

Data and AI firm Databricks experiences a 70% YoY increase in its EMEA operations, driven by surging demand for data and AI capabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
Birmingham Tech Week 2023: Full schedule revealed with line-up
Cartech

Birmingham Tech Week 2023: Full schedule revealed with line-up

Birmingham Tech Week 2023, the UK's largest regional tech festival, has announced its full schedule, featuring top tech speakers and exclusive events.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Oct 2023
HSBC & East Village join forces for Birmingham Tech Week
Capital

HSBC & East Village join forces for Birmingham Tech Week

HSBC and East Village team up for Birmingham Tech Week to support female founders in navigating the funding landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2023
Immersive Labs Hires New Exec Leadership Team
Data Analytics

Immersive Labs Hires New Exec Leadership Team

Immersive Labs has appointed Eric Johnson as CRO and Julie Chapman as SVP of Customer Experience to drive global revenue growth and customer acquisition.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2023