IT Brief Canada - Technology news for CIOs & IT decision-makers

Financial institutions stories - Page 7

Modern bank building digital connections server cloud migration modernization

Cloudhouse launches Alchemy APS to help banks modernise quickly

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
#
digital transformation
#
fintech
#
risk & compliance
Cloudhouse unveils Alchemy APS, enabling banks to swiftly modernise by packaging applications independently from legacy infrastructure, cutting costs and risks.
Business executives reviewing ai data visualizations in modern office with financial charts and secure data icons representing responsible ai

Financial leaders prioritise responsible AI for greater ROI impact

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
#
risk & compliance
#
genai
#
llms
Financial leaders prioritise responsible AI standards over generative AI, seeing accountability as key to boosting ROI amid growing implementation challenges.
Digital lock abstract data network lines advanced security fraud prevention financial systems

FICO named top category leader for enterprise fraud solutions

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
#
breach prevention
#
risk & compliance
#
erp
FICO has been named a category leader by Chartis Research for the fifth consecutive time in enterprise, payment fraud solutions and fraud platforms in 2025.
Realistic financial institution digital dashboard ai fraud detection graphs alerts

SAS named market leader for AI-driven fraud & AML solutions

Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
#
risk & compliance
#
genai
#
llms
SAS has been named Market Leader in AI-driven fraud and AML case management, praised for its stable platform and advanced cloud-native AI features.
Modern skyscrapers financial institutions singapore uk digital circuits

Atlas Consolidated raises USD $18.1M to boost HugoHub growth

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
#
digital transformation
#
fintech
#
blockchain
Atlas Consolidated raised USD $18.1 million to boost growth of HugoHub, its fintech platform cutting banking tech costs by up to 90% for global banks.
Canadian people collaborating finance ideas halifax skyline illustration

Halifax's fintech legacy inspires new inclusive community group

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
#
uc
#
fintech
#
ai
Finclusiv Edge, a new non-profit in Halifax, draws on the city's legacy as the birthplace of major banks to foster inclusive fintech conversations and collaboration.
Ps   jennifer leggio   headshot

QuSecure names Jennifer Leggio to lead marketing amid quantum surge

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
#
firewalls
#
data protection
#
encryption
QuSecure appoints Jennifer Leggio as SVP of Marketing amid surging demand for its quantum-safe cybersecurity solutions globally.
Interlocking metal gears digital coin network pattern digital payments

Ripple acquires Rail payments platform for USD $200 million

Sat, 9th Aug 2025
#
crypto
#
fintech
#
blockchain
Ripple is set to acquire stablecoin payment platform Rail for USD $200M, boosting its digital asset network and simplifying cross-border payments for firms.
Ps   anuj dhall   headshot

Anuj Dhall named Group Head to drive Interac technology vision

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
#
fintech
#
payment technologies
#
financial institutions
Interac appoints Anuj Dhall as Group Head, Technology & Operations to lead tech modernisation and enhance secure digital payments in Canada.
Realistic computer network connected devices unlocked padlock weak cybersecurity financial supply chains

Financial sector faces third-party vendor cyber security gaps

Tue, 15th Jul 2025
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
supply chain
#
risk & compliance
A Black Kite report reveals most third-party vendors in finance show major cyber security flaws, posing serious risks despite fewer direct attacks on institutions.
Modern bank office people working computers digital data networks investigation compliance

Celonis & Bright Cape launch app to streamline KYC compliance

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
#
digital transformation
#
cx
#
martech
Celonis and Bright Cape launch Smart KYC Control Tower app to help financial firms cut costs, boost compliance and improve customer experience in KYC processes.
Bank building abstract gears neural network ai automating finance

Appian recognised for AI innovation on 2025 AIFinTech100 list

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
#
digital transformation
#
fintech
#
cx
Appian has been named on FinTech Global's 2025 AIFinTech100 list for pioneering AI-driven solutions that transform banking, compliance and financial services workflows.
Canadian city skyline shadowy figure laptop ai security finance

Forum establishes rising AI security risks in Canadian finance

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
#
fintech
#
phishing
#
email security
The results of the first of four Canadian government-run workshops were released in a report.
Ps adrian mcphee

Backbase names Adrian McPhee CTO to lead global AI banking push

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
#
data analytics
#
digital transformation
#
fintech
Backbase appoints Adrian McPhee as CTO to spearhead its AI-powered banking platform, accelerating global digital transformation in the financial sector.
Business professionals handshake financial documents laptop currency modern office acquisition

Xero acquires Melio for USD $2.5 billion to boost US growth

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
#
fintech
#
martech
#
commerce systems
Xero is set to acquire US payments platform Melio for USD $2.5 billion, boosting its North American growth and integrating payments with accounting solutions.
Interconnected small businesses global network green leaves sustainability

FourTwoThree unveils global SME climate data platform with bank support

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
#
hyperscale
#
supply chain
#
risk & compliance
FourTwoThree launches a global SME climate data platform supported by NatWest, NAB and SC Ventures to aid net zero transitions across supply chains.
Interlocking shields globe digital data global fraud prevention financial services illustration

Sumsub & Data Zoo partner to boost global fraud prevention

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
#
fintech
#
financial systems
#
risk & compliance
Sumsub and Data Zoo have partnered to deliver enhanced global fraud prevention and compliance solutions for financial institutions across 170+ jurisdictions.
Worried canadian shielding digital devices from data breach ai threats

Canadians lose trust after data breaches, with AI seen as risky

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
#
digital transformation
#
biometrics
#
advanced persistent threat protection
Nearly 8 in 10 Canadians would stop using a company after a data breach, with many seeing AI as a risk to their personal data and trust.
Realistic human face morphing into digital mask shadowy figure laptop

AI deepfakes drive surge in cyberattacks, threatening trust online

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
#
malware
#
mdm
#
phishing
AI-driven deepfakes fuel a rise in cyberattacks, tricking users with fake ads and video calls, risking billions in financial losses worldwide.
Digital robot banker in suit at trading desk with multiple monitors displaying financial graphs

KX & NVIDIA launch AI Banker Agent to boost global trading

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
#
data analytics
#
rpa
#
risk & compliance
KX and NVIDIA have launched the AI Banker Agent, an AI system designed to enhance real-time decision-making and client service in global trading markets.