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Monmouthshire Building Society Partners with MQube to Fast-Track Mortgage Approvals
Monmouthshire Building Society is modernizing its mortgage services through a partnership with MQube, an AI technology provider. The collaboration focuses on implementing MQube’s Origo platform to streamline the mortgage application process, enhancing efficiency for borrowers and brokers. This AI-driven solution reduces underwriting times, minimizes documentation requests, and improves customer satisfaction. The Society aims to adhere to its mutual ethos while adapting to borrowers’ expectations for speed and certainty. CEO Will Carroll emphasized the commitment to leveraging technology for better member outcomes, positioning the Society as a leader in digital transformation within the mortgage industry.
Egyptian FinTech Khazna Raises $16M for Expansion into Thriving Saudi Arabian Market
Cairo-based FinTech company Khazna has successfully raised $16 million in a pre-Series B funding round, bringing its total investments to over $63 million. The funding attracted global and regional investors, including Quona and Aljazira Capital. Founded in 2019, Khazna aims to enhance financial accessibility for Egypt’s underbanked population by offering salary advances, digital payments, and microloans to low- and middle-income workers. The new capital will support Khazna’s expansion into the Saudi Arabian market and its application for a digital banking license in Egypt, allowing it to accept customer deposits and improve funding costs.
Unlocking the Power of Adverse Media Screening: RegTech’s Hidden Advantage Revealed
Regulatory technology (RegTech) is reshaping compliance, with adverse media screening emerging as a crucial tool for businesses to proactively manage risks. James Hannan from Opoint highlights that many organizations mistakenly view it as optional, focusing instead on traditional checks. Adverse media screening serves as an early warning system, enabling firms to detect potential threats before they escalate, thus reducing costs associated with compliance breaches. However, its importance is often underestimated due to misconceptions. Advancements in technology and automation enhance screening efficiency, while effective implementation builds trust with regulators. Embracing adverse media screening offers firms a strategic compliance advantage.
Singapore Unveils Essential Guidebook for Climate Disclosure Professionals to Enhance Skills
Singapore has launched the Sustainability Reporting Body of Knowledge (SR BOK) to enhance sustainability reporting education and align local training with international standards set by the ISSB. Unveiled on May 19, 2023, by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (Acra), the SR BOK provides a comprehensive guide for course developers, covering essential topics like greenhouse gas accounting and climate transition planning. As Singapore prepares for mandatory climate disclosures for listed companies, this initiative aims to build a skilled workforce. Acra, in collaboration with over 50 stakeholders and SkillsFuture Singapore, emphasizes the importance of developing consistent and practical training programs.
FCA and PRA Pause Proposed Diversity Rules in Financial Sector: What This Means for Industry Progress
The FCA and PRA have decided to withdraw their proposed regulations on diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the financial services sector, which were initially introduced in September 2023. The proposed framework aimed to require financial firms to establish clear D&I strategies, objectives, and accountability measures. Concerns from industry stakeholders regarding regulatory duplication, implementation costs, and alignment with the Treasury Select Committee led to this decision. Despite acknowledging the benefits of D&I, the regulators opted against proceeding with the rules, reflecting a broader trend of rolling back similar policies in both the U.S. and the U.K.
Revolut Enhances Ukrainian Support with New Services and Charity Initiative via Clear Sky Card
Revolut has expanded its services to Ukrainian residents, allowing them to open European accounts and access various financial products. This initiative includes the launch of the Clear Sky card, symbolizing hope for Ukraine and enabling fee-free peer-to-peer transfers and foreign exchange services. Partnering with Ukraine’s Diia platform ensures secure onboarding for users. Since 2022, over 700,000 Ukrainians in the UK and EEA have utilized Revolut, transferring over €1 billion. Revolut is also launching a donation campaign, matching contributions up to £200,000 for the UN Refugee Agency to support displaced Ukrainians. The company has donated over £10 million to crisis relief efforts.