February 2025 marked a transformative period for the wealth management technology industry, characterized by pivotal changes and emerging trends that are set to redefine the sector's landscape. The spotlight has been cast on the era's significant developments, including the looming uncertainty
Fraud in the digital age has evolved into a multifaceted threat, presenting complex challenges for businesses across various sectors. As organizations continue to digitize their operations to stay competitive, they find themselves increasingly vulnerable to financial fraud, identity theft, and
Managing retirement plans, such as 401(k)s, comes with significant responsibilities under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). A central question for plan sponsors is whether they are breaching their fiduciary duties when they fail to remove underperforming investment
In an ambitious effort to close the widening skills gap in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI), the Kyndryl Foundation has announced an expansion of its funding initiatives to an additional five countries, bringing its total reach to eleven. This expansion, now in its second year, aims
Recent actions by the Trump administration to cease the enforcement of penalties on businesses failing to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) have stirred significant controversy. The CTA, passed by Congress in 2021, requires corporations and limited liability companies to disclose
Bentley Systems, Incorporated, a leading global provider of software solutions for infrastructure engineering, recently announced exceptional financial results for the fourth quarter and the entire year of 2024. The company saw substantial revenue growth and expressed an optimistic outlook for
Dubai has taken a monumental step in the world of digital finance by becoming the first jurisdiction to approve two major stablecoins, USDC (USD Coin) and EURC (Euro Coin), under its new cryptocurrency regulatory regime. This decision by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) marks a
Kofi Ndaikate is well-versed in the dynamic world of Fintech. His expertise spans various industry areas, from blockchain and cryptocurrency to regulation and policy. Today, we discuss key insights from Signicat’s “The Battle Against AI-Driven Identity Fraud” report, focusing on the dramatic
As financial technology evolves, UK consumers are increasingly embracing Open Banking payments and Variable Recurring Payments (VRPs), driven by the desire for more flexible and secure payment solutions. The growing acceptance of these innovative financial tools was highlighted in a recent study
The rising incidence of IRS tax refund check theft has spurred the House Ways and Means Committee into action, advancing a suite of legislative measures aimed at protecting taxpayers and improving the overall efficiency of the tax system. This bipartisan initiative underscores a collective
