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FICO unveils tailored AI models to boost trust in financial sector

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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FICO has launched tailored AI models to enhance accuracy, transparency and trust in financial services, boosting fraud detection and compliance by over 35%.
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Understanding the US manufacturing slowdown

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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The US manufacturing slowdown reflects structural shifts and post-boom normalisation, with rising AI investment reshaping the sector amid tariff pressures.
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Bow River & Data Squared team up for auditable AI analytics

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Bow River Solutions and Data Squared have partnered to deliver auditable AI analytics for regulated industries, enhancing transparency and trust in North America.
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Banks accelerate shift from AI research to practical deployment

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Banks have accelerated the shift from AI research to practical tools, with top institutions rapidly deploying innovations in trading, fraud prevention, and customer service.
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OpenID launches first global standards for real-time security alerts

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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The OpenID Foundation has launched the first global standards enabling real-time sharing of security alerts across digital identity systems, boosting online protection.
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LSEG & Microsoft launch blockchain platform to boost private funds

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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London Stock Exchange Group and Microsoft have launched a blockchain platform to streamline private fund processes and boost market efficiency.
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BDO Canada named Major Player in IDC Canadian AI services report

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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BDO Canada has been named a Major Player in IDC's Canadian AI services 2025 report, highlighting its growing role in practical, scalable AI solutions nationwide.
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Interac opens e-Transfer network to more PSPs under new rules

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Interac has opened its e-Transfer network to more PSPs registered under Canada's new Retail Payment Activities Act, broadening access and innovation in digital payments.
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Kyndryl & VML partner to boost customer engagement with AI

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Kyndryl Consult and VML Enterprise Solutions have partnered to enhance customer engagement using AI, data, and modern infrastructure across industries.
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Seismic outlines vision for trusted, tailored AI in enablement teams

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Seismic reveals vision for trusted, tailored AI to transform enablement teams, boosting revenue growth and supporting seamless, secure operations across sectors.
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Q4 appoints Lewis Black as CEO & founder Darrell Heaps as Chairman

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Q4 appoints Lewis Black as CEO, with founder Darrell Heaps becoming Chairman to focus on AI strategy amid rapid growth in AI-driven investor relations.
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CMO roles in Fortune 500 decline as B2B firms lead the shift

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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CMO roles in Fortune 500 firms have fallen from 63% to 58%, with B2B companies leading a decline in marketing leadership amid economic uncertainty.
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Nutanix named Leader again in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Nutanix has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Distributed Hybrid Infrastructure for the second consecutive year.
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Kore.ai named leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for AI platforms

Mon, 8th Sep 2025
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Kore.ai has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Conversational AI Platforms, praised for its adaptability and AI innovation.
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Cato Networks acquires Aim Security, revenue tops USD $300 million

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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Cato Networks acquires Aim Security to enhance AI security, surpassing USD $300 million annual revenue and raising USD $409 million in Series G funding.
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SailPoint & HCLTech forge AI-driven identity security alliance

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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SailPoint and HCLTech have partnered to deliver AI-driven identity security solutions, aiding enterprises in managing digital identities across hybrid and multicloud environments.
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Majority of executives see ROI as AI agents drive business growth

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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Over half of executives report deploying AI agents, driving business growth and ROI in areas like customer service and marketing, finds a Google Cloud study.
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FICC proposes Collateral-in-Lieu service to cut double-margining

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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FICC proposes new Collateral-in-Lieu service to cut double-margining, boosting capital and margin efficiency ahead of US Treasury Clearing mandate compliance.
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Financial leaders prioritise responsible AI for greater ROI impact

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Financial leaders prioritise responsible AI standards over generative AI, seeing accountability as key to boosting ROI amid growing implementation challenges.
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FICO named top category leader for enterprise fraud solutions

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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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.