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CISOs see pay rise outpace budgets as market activity intensifies
Risk & Compliance

CISOs see pay rise outpace budgets as market activity intensifies

CISOs in the US and Canada saw average pay rises of 6.7% in 2025, outpacing security budgets which grew just 4%, amid a surge in market activity.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Tenable named leader in 2025 Gartner quadrant for exposure platforms
Cloud Security

Tenable named leader in 2025 Gartner quadrant for exposure platforms

Tenable has been named a Leader in Gartner's first 2025 Magic Quadrant for Exposure Assessment Platforms, rated highest for execution and vision.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Supervity unveils AP AI Command Centre to automate finance tasks
IT Automation

Supervity unveils AP AI Command Centre to automate finance tasks

Supervity launches its AP AI Command Centre to automate invoice-to-pay finance tasks, cutting processing times by 90% and boosting payment accuracy for firms.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Mastercard adds stablecoin wallet payouts to expand global reach
Fintech

Mastercard adds stablecoin wallet payouts to expand global reach

Mastercard partners with Thunes to enable near-instant payouts to stablecoin wallets via Mastercard Move, enhancing global digital payment options.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Visa survey finds creators optimistic but need better banking
Fintech

Visa survey finds creators optimistic but need better banking

Visa survey reveals 88% of digital creators expect growth, yet 62% still use personal accounts, highlighting a need for tailored business banking solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
Financial firms struggle to fully scale AI amid data silos & security
Data Protection

Financial firms struggle to fully scale AI amid data silos & security

Nearly half of financial firms struggle to scale AI fully due to data silos and security concerns, despite widespread adoption and hybrid deployment strategies.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025

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Nintex & Strateq unite to drive automation in South-East Asia
Data Analytics

Nintex & Strateq unite to drive automation in South-East Asia

Nintex and Strateq partner to deliver tailored automation and orchestration solutions across South-East Asia's finance, healthcare, and public sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Natalie Garfield appointed CFO to boost South Wales business growth
Education, Learning & Training

Natalie Garfield appointed CFO to boost South Wales business growth

Natalie Garfield joins The CFO Centre as CFO to drive growth and support South Wales businesses with over 20 years of financial leadership experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Outdated IT & regulation slow UK banks' drive for AI adoption
Fintech

Outdated IT & regulation slow UK banks' drive for AI adoption

UK banks face slow AI adoption due to outdated IT, data challenges, and regulatory uncertainty despite optimism about AI's future impact on finance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
AI, embedded finance & inclusion lead India fintech trends
Fintech

AI, embedded finance & inclusion lead India fintech trends

India's fintech sector readies for a decade of innovation, with AI, embedded finance, wealth inclusion, and cyber resilience driving growth through 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Wealthsimple partners with Wise for integrated transfers
Crypto

Wealthsimple partners with Wise for integrated transfers

The collaboration is set to offer Canadian customers easier international money transfers in over 10 currencies via their existing accounts.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Hong Leong Finance opens innovative new branch in Punggol
Customer Experience

Hong Leong Finance opens innovative new branch in Punggol

Hong Leong Finance has launched a tech-forward branch in Punggol Coast Mall, enhancing service for the area's growing 190,000-strong community.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Accenture NZ's Dr Will Reedy reveals how AI is reshaping healthcare
Data Analytics

Exclusive: Accenture NZ's Dr Will Reedy reveals how AI is reshaping healthcare

AI is revolutionising New Zealand healthcare by enhancing diagnostics and patient care while ensuring technology supports empathetic, human-centred treatment.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Mihup champions human-centred voice AI for broader inclusion
Unified Communications

Mihup champions human-centred voice AI for broader inclusion

Mihup champions human-centred voice AI that supports multiple Indian languages and accents, aiming to boost accessibility beyond urban areas.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
BDO appoints Ben Coggin to boost Yorkshire Deals team growth
Partner Programmes

BDO appoints Ben Coggin to boost Yorkshire Deals team growth

BDO welcomes Ben Coggin as Transaction Services Partner to drive growth in Yorkshire and North East, strengthening support for mid-market businesses' strategic deals.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
Kate Driver rejoins DLA Piper to boost Auckland funds practice
DLA Piper

Kate Driver rejoins DLA Piper to boost Auckland funds practice

Kate Driver has rejoined DLA Piper in Auckland as senior associate, enhancing the firm's Investment Management & Funds practice with her global expertise.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Nov 2025
DBS rolls out AI-powered virtual assistant Joy to all SMEs
DevOps

DBS rolls out AI-powered virtual assistant Joy to all SMEs

DBS has launched its AI-powered virtual assistant, DBS Joy, for all corporate clients, enhancing 24/7 support and boosting SME customer satisfaction by 23%.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2025