Banking stories - Page 16

Aryza Group has acquired Axcess Consulting in a strategic move to enhance its APAC presence and extend its loan management software solutions globally.

Xero has launched the second Xero Beautiful Business Fund to help small businesses and non-profits with their expansion plans.

Xero's Beautiful Business Fund returns in 2024, offering over NZD $750,000 in funding to support small businesses and nonprofits globally in four key categories.

A new survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals that 92.5% of Australian executives in MSPs and MSSPs foresee significant business growth driven by AI investments in the next year.

Despite economic concerns, 46% of Australian and New Zealand SMBs plan to increase marketing spend in a bid to survive, with 48% set to raise their budgets by at least 10%, finds survey.

The banking industry is seeing a significant acceleration in AI innovation, with a rise in new patents and research publications.

Genetec has unveiled Security Center SaaS, an enterprise-grade solution expected to redefine cloud-based physical security with its comprehensive capabilities and cybersecurity measures.

BMO joins forces with tech firm Dynatrace to bolster their digital banking facilities, leading to efficient problem-solving and enhanced customer experiences.

Software solutions giant Nemetschek Group discloses investment in US start-up Briq, aiming to boost digitalisation in the construction industry with its finance automation platform.

A surge in cyber threats spurs 5G network security market's colossal growth to reach USD16 billion by 2028, a new study reveals.

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

ACE Money Transfer from the UK has partnered with dLocal to strengthen their payout services across remittance hotspots in APAC and EMEA regions.

Small businesses around the world are facing some of the most challenging economic conditions in recent history, and the pressure is impacting business owners.

New Zealand small business owners are concerned that the development and adoption of AI is outpacing regulation, according to a study by Xero.

Xero announced submissions are now open and there are four categories Kiwi small businesses can put themselves forward for.

AccountKit aims to automate, standardise and streamline traditionally manual processes whilst also bringing visibility to its whole team.

GAT Investment Bank partners with Currencycloud to launch GAT Money and give its clients a global banking solution.

BlackBerry's latest report reveals a surge in cyberattacks on financial institutions, food retailers, and healthcare providers.

Banks across North America and Europe are failing to publicly report on their approaches to responsible AI development.

At the recent Australian Retail Credit Association Credit Summit, FICO's Head of Scoring Solutions, Steven Brown, spoke about global credit risk trends.