Cyber startup DTEX snatches ‘high-growth’ CFO
CFO Dive
JUNE 8, 2023
The appointment will support DTEX’s growth trajectory amid rising demand for its insider risk management services, the company said.
Wells Fargo Invests $5M In Blockchain Analysis Startup Elliptic
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
The funds are also being used to accelerate the launch of its new risk management solution, Elliptic Discovery. . The Elliptic Discovery platform offers insights to compliance teams to identify the flow of funds into and out of crypto assets and understand any risks.
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FinTech Startup Qupital Raises $15M For Chinese Expansion
PYMNTS
MARCH 28, 2019
FinTech startup Qupital announced that it has closed a $15 million Series A, led by CreditEase FinTech Investment Fund ( CEFIF ). We will be working with Qupital to further utilize the technologies to enhance risk management, user experience and operational efficiency”.
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Building resilience – the CFO way
Future CFO
APRIL 26, 2023
The talent challenge is now becoming a table stake for all leaders, with 55% of respondents to the same PwC Pulse Survey acknowledging this as a serious business risk, 78% that plan to enhance their cyber risk management, and 42% who want to see accountability for climate change governance being assigned to a person-in-charge.
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B2B Startups Land Funding For Risk Mitigation Tech
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 23, 2020
And while investors targeted an accounts payable payments startup as well as another platform designed to help other startups understand their equity, a common theme this week was investment in risk mitigation capabilities. CEO Carl Hartmann, was founded amid the pandemic as supply chain risks skyrocketed.
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Startup Roundup: Toward Payments Peace On Earth
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 4, 2017
This time of year has been no different for these seven startups, all of which have launched new products and features, fielded new investor funding, upped the security ante and, in the spirit of the holidays, generally worked toward payments peace on Earth. Weeks and hours whirl away, and there always seems to be something going on.
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B2B Startup Investors Go After The Niche Markets
PYMNTS
JUNE 21, 2019
While there were no mega-deals in the B2B startup funding realm this week, it was still a busy time for companies and investors, with many funders targeting companies operating in less common markets. The debt funding marks the largest provided to an Indian startup in about two years, reports in VCCircle said. Growth Street.
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Startups (And Their Investors) Offer Enterprise Processes A Digital Overhaul
PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
With more than $370 million raised by B2B startups this week, investors are showing their support for companies that help other businesses embrace digitization. Deputy enables businesses to streamline scheduling and timesheet management for their bases of hourly workers, offering communication support and time management capabilities.
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Newly Funded B2B Startups Get Creative With Enterprise Data
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 14, 2018
B2B startups are increasingly building themselves on top of troves of enterprise data, uncovering new ways to unlock and aggregate information across enterprise platforms, and introducing new ways to analyze and make use of that data. million was raised by B2B startups tearing down data silos. In all, more than $87.8 Access Fintech.
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Startup Scores $62 Million For Trade Credit Risk Solution
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 3, 2017
French startup Tinubu Square has secured funding for its solution that provides trade credit risk management, according to news reports on Monday (Oct.2). will take a majority stake in the startup, reports added. The investment means Long Arc Capital, based in the U.S.,
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Amex Ventures Backs Anti-Money Laundering Startup EverCompliant
PYMNTS
MARCH 14, 2018
Anti-money laundering startup EverCompliant has announced an investment from American Express Ventures. Having a strong relationship with this global payments network, paired with our continuous merchant risk management capabilities, will equip the industry with what they need to combat this new form of money laundering.”.
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41 Former NSA Chief Lands Top B2B VC Funds For Cybersecurity Startup
PYMNTS
MAY 4, 2018
The nation secured significant funding for startups operating in the spaces of logistics and cybersecurity – the two B2B markets that landed the most investment this week. PYMNTS breaks down the highlights of the week’s investments in B2B startups below. But it was one U.S. IronNet Cybersecurity. National Security Agency chief.
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The Value of Financial Forecasts for Business Planning
CFO Share
DECEMBER 9, 2023
These models offer a glimpse into the future, enabling entrepreneurs and business managers to make informed decisions, allocate resources efficiently, and steer their ventures towards success. From startups to established enterprises, understanding the dynamics of financial forecasts is fundamental to effective business planning.
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Financial Accounting Hierarchy - By JP Puchulu
Boston Startup CFO
APRIL 3, 2023
However, don't undervalue the significance of comprehending finance for your startup's survival. Tier 2: Basic Accounting In this tier, accountants close the books on a monthly basis and create basic financial statements to aid founders in assessing their startup's financial standing.
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Fractional CFOs for SMEs
Beacon CFO Plus
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Providing Strategic Expertise and Guidance “Success in management requires learning as fast as the world is changing.” ” – Warren Bennis There is no shortage of challenges for new business owners, from startups to family-owned businesses or independently owned enterprises.
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How a Fractional CFO Can Transform Your Financial Strategy!
CFO Network
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Risk Mitigation Financial risks are inherent in any business. A Fractional CFO plays a crucial role in assessing and mitigating these risks. They implement risk management strategies to protect your company’s assets and ensure sustainability. Cash Flow Optimization Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business.
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Singapore’s FinAccel FinTech Lands $90M To Grow Credit Lending App
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 2, 2019
Singtel Innov8, TMI (Telkomsel Indonesia), Cathay Innovation, Kejora-InterVest, Mirae Asset Securities, Reinventure and DST Partners also participated in the “oversubscribed” funding round — one of the largest for a FinTech startup in Southeast Asia.
Startup Raises $12.2M To Disrupt Commercial Insurance
PYMNTS
MAY 17, 2016
Also seen from the previous round were prior investors, including Bee Partners, Vertical Venture Partners, FinTech Collective and 500 Startups. million just raised adds onto the $2.2 million brought in during the first round. Perhaps they work with a big broker, but they may not be working with top tier there.”
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40 Bitcoin Daily: HSBC — Blockchain Makes FX Trade Cheaper; QuadrigaCX Representation Delayed In Court
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Mark Williamson, chief operating officer of FX cash trading and risk management, told Reuters that HSBC processes from 3,500 to 5,000 trades a day on FX Everywhere, with trades now being worth $350 billion. HSBC recently revealed that it had settled more than $250 billion in transactions via the platform.
The Security Threat Of Bank-FinTech Collaboration
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 5, 2018
. “I would characterize it as a Big Data issue — it’s very intimidating to get started in third-party risk management,” Simkins said. ” Inexperienced or unfamiliar professionals may take a bottom-up approach to third-party risk management, analyzing risk on a vendor-by-vendor basis.
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Delivering business transformation for Fintech companies
Future CFO
MARCH 30, 2021
Except that in the case of startups, they try and cover the challenges of improving product profitability, talent recruitment and retention, scalable risk management and compliance strategies with a limited (and many times shrinking) pool of funding.
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Adyen Teams With Flywire To Advance Vertical Payments Worldwide
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 17, 2020
Global payments platform Adyen is teaming up with the vertical payments startup Flywire to support the expansion of payments and receivables around the globe. Customers can also tap RevenueProtect, Adyen’s risk management and fraud prevention product. .
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AmEx Reportedly Used High-Pressure Tactics To Boost SMB Sales
PYMNTS
MARCH 1, 2020
We have rigorous, multilayered monitoring and independent risk-management processes in place, which we continuously review and enhance to ensure that all sales activities conform with our values, internal policies and regulatory requirements,” the spokesman said.
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11 Reasons to Hire a Fractional CFO
Future CFO
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Hiring a fractional CFO can bring many benefits to an organisation, including smaller businesses or startups that may not have the resources to hire a full-time permanent executive, providing strategic financial expertise and guidance on complex financial challenges without committing to the costs associated with full-time personnel.
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Hypur To Offer Digital Payments For Cannabis Firms With CU Partnership
PYMNTS
APRIL 23, 2020
Beuerlein continued, “We are excited to continue helping cannabis companies thrive with Salal, which is also known for their trusted operations across compliance, regulations and risk management.”. In separate news, WAYV, the cannabis logistics startup, rolled out a payment solution for the cannabis supply chain last December.
Cambodia, Singapore In X-Border FinTech Pact
PYMNTS
APRIL 16, 2019
The MOU dictates that the banks will train FinTech startups with an eye on cross-border transactions. Deputy Managing Director of MAS Jacqueline Loh said the relationship demonstrates a FinTech that may extend to other countries in the ASEAN region. The banks have also agreed to share data on emerging markets.
B2B FinTech Firms Brace For Growth With New VC
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
Growth of FinTech funding seems unstoppable, with the latest analysis from Hampleton Partners finding enterprise financial services and integration, online financial services, enterprise financial software and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) risk management as some of the hottest spots for investors this year. 2nd Address.
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Capital Float On The Path To Video-Based KYC Implementation
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 9, 2020
Developing a quick, seamless and secure onboarding process for financial institutions (FIs), lending startups and other financial services providers has long posed its trials. Such entities in India were granted relief on Jan.
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PSCU Unveils Enhanced Fraud Services To Help Protect Credit
PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
The startup process for Enhanced Fraud Services was completely seamless, and we began to see the benefits of the service quickly,” said Tim Comeau, manager of payment strategy at the State Department Federal Credit Union in Alexandria, Virginia. Credit unions can pick and choose what kinds of fraud they would like to focus on.
Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs
CFO Talks
MARCH 14, 2024
They play a crucial role in strategic planning, risk management, and driving innovation, extending their influence far beyond the finance department. Risk Management: Given the CFO’s role in identifying and mitigating risks, tasks related to safeguarding the company’s assets and financial health are critical.
CEO Davies Exits Revolut After One Year
PYMNTS
JULY 27, 2020
Banking veteran Richard Davies is leaving his role as CEO of banking at digital-banking shop Revolut , one year after coming aboard to bring his seasoned skills to the startup, the Financial Times reported. Davies’ exit comes just four days after the London-based operation announced $80 million in new funding. billion.
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Data Worries Keep Facebook Crypto Partners At Bay
PYMNTS
JUNE 16, 2019
The sources said Facebook hasn’t had any luck in past discussions with startups Tendermint and Stellar. It eventually bought blockchain startup Chainspace. Meaning some computation being done could kick you out of Uber, Facebook and Shopify, if you become a risk-management issue.”.
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Procurement, Digital Banking See VC Funding Rounds
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
CybelAngel , a risk management and cybersecurity startup based in France, raised the equivalent of $36 million in Series B funding. The new funding will be tied to global expansion and the development of the company’s SaaS AI-driven platform, focused on threat intelligence and digital risk management. CybelAngel.
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Facebook Wants Engineers And Researchers For Blockchain Team
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 10, 2018
The blockchain team is a startup within Facebook, with a vision to make blockchain technology work at Facebook scale,” the ad said. “We’re We’re exploring lots of areas of interest across all facets of blockchain technology.”.
Banking Apps Spread In Brazil As Critics Note Potential For Shakeout
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 17, 2019
The flurry of startups is, in part, the result of regulatory changes at the central bank designed to heighten competition in the banking space. The rise in payment accounts from nonbanks challenges online banks to learn risk management from the beginning.
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Nimbla Teams With Wiserfunding To Safeguard Invoices
PYMNTS
JUNE 1, 2020
“SMEs can become vulnerable overnight if their customers become insolvent, and this risk is exacerbated by the challenging economic conditions that COVID-19 has created,” Flemming Bengtsen , CEO at Nimbla, said. s SMEs if they combine the various innovations from the FinTech space, insurance and risk management sectors.”.
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QIWI Buys Plati Potom For Undisclosed Sum
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 7, 2016
6) it has acquired a 100 percent ownership stake in FinTech startup Plati Potom. Plati Potom develops post-payment solutions for eCommerce and offline retailers, as well as data analysis and credit risk management tools. QIWI announced on Thursday (Oct.
B2B eCommerce Tips The VC Scales
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 4, 2019
More than $874 million in fresh funding landed at B2B startups this week across a range of market segments and geographies. based alternative small business lending isn’t dead with investors and an India startup landed more than half a billion dollars. India-based expense management startup Fyle announced $4.5
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51 Financial Software Firm OpenFin Raises $17M
PYMNTS
MAY 17, 2019
led round, financial services software startup firm OpenFin notched $17 million in funding. The process can help reduce the money and time for modernization of software for back- and front- office functions like risk management or trading. In a Wells Fargo & Co.-led Reuters reported.
Digital Transformation in Finance: How to Drive the Process
Spreadym
JULY 21, 2023
Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology : Exploring the potential of blockchain for secure, transparent, and efficient financial transactions, such as cross-border payments and digital asset management. Risk Management and Compliance : Implementing digital solutions to enhance risk assessment and compliance with regulatory requirements.
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52 Alt-Lending Regulation Fears Won’t Stop Investors
PYMNTS
JULY 22, 2016
It feels like 2014 again with the ongoing popularity of alternative lending startups. Investors seem confident in the industry’s startups and their ability to provide adequate risk management and underwriting for their loans; VCs provided more than $11.5 Accounts Receivable Management. Alternative Lending.
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Data Sharing, XaaS Target SMB Financing Efficiencies
PYMNTS
APRIL 16, 2020
Currencycloud is connecting regional banks to advanced FX and global payments technologies, while the firm’s founder, Nigel Verdon, is also targeting Banking-as-a-Service with his new startup, Railsbank. Catch up on the most recent efforts to unlock, share and integrate bank data below. Visa Invests in Open Banking FinTech Railsbank.
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UBS And Amazon Team Up For ‘Ask UBS’ Chatbot
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 27, 2016
The move on the part of UBS comes at a time when traditional financial services companies are getting more into areas that were typically reserved for the FinTech startups. The service will be piloted with a select number of people in November.
A $200M Mélange Of B2B Venture Capital
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
B2B startups saw a little bit of everything this week when it came to venture capital. And that goes for the industries covered, too, with treasury management’s Kyriba, blockchain’s BlockApps and enterprise security’s Druva landing on the board, to name a few. Expense Management. OpenSesame.
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