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InDebted appoints Rob Young as UK Managing Director
Software-as-a-Service

InDebted appoints Rob Young as UK Managing Director

The move comes as lenders seek digital alternatives to legacy collections systems in a UK market handling more than GBP £60 billion of consumer debt.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026

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Ripple launches digital asset tools for treasury teams
Fintech

Ripple launches digital asset tools for treasury teams

Treasury teams can now manage fiat and digital holdings in one platform, as Ripple targets the growing demand for corporate crypto visibility.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
KPMG survey finds leaders keep AI spending despite recession
Data Analytics

KPMG survey finds leaders keep AI spending despite recession

Despite recession fears, most global leaders plan to keep AI spending high, with average budgets set at USD $186 million over the next year.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Maisa named as one of Gartner's global Set Diamonds
Manufacturing

Maisa named as one of Gartner's global Set Diamonds

The recognition highlights growing demand for auditable AI, as regulated industries seek tools they can trust in live operations.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
OpenFX raises USD $94 million to speed cross-border payments
Crypto

OpenFX raises USD $94 million to speed cross-border payments

The funding will help OpenFX expand hiring and infrastructure as it tackles slow, costly cross-border transfers for banks and fintechs.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Data analysis & AI literacy top skills for accountants
Data Analytics

Data analysis & AI literacy top skills for accountants

Firms are struggling to prepare accountants for AI, with just 28% saying they are ready to reskill staff as workflows change.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Acclaim names UK boss as it expands into US market
Virtualisation

Acclaim names UK boss as it expands into US market

Backed by USD $34 million, the voice-AI firm is targeting regulated US and European customers as it bolsters its leadership team.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
Gresham renames S&P Global EDM platform as Opus EDM
Software-as-a-Service

Gresham renames S&P Global EDM platform as Opus EDM

Existing clients will see little immediate change, as the platform remains separate and supports more than 150 financial institutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
Adclear partners NinjaTrader on AI compliance checks
Software-as-a-Service

Adclear partners NinjaTrader on AI compliance checks

NinjaTrader’s marketing teams in the US and Europe will use AI tools to speed checks on ads and social posts amid tighter scrutiny.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
TBH urges integrated utility precincts for data centres
Smart Cities

TBH urges integrated utility precincts for data centres

Rising power and water constraints could delay new capacity unless data centres are planned as shared precincts, TBH says.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
Digital wallets dominate Asia-Pacific payments, study finds
Crypto

Digital wallets dominate Asia-Pacific payments, study finds

Wallet use has cemented Asia-Pacific's lead in digital payments, with Hong Kong and Thailand now shifting towards instant bank transfers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
MongoDB launches APAC partner push for AI modernisation
Manufacturing

MongoDB launches APAC partner push for AI modernisation

Customers across Asia Pacific could get faster AI modernisation support as MongoDB widens a smaller, strategic partner network in the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
DTCC adds four directors to board amid market shifts
Fintech

DTCC adds four directors to board amid market shifts

The appointments broaden governance expertise as the post-trade giant navigates regulation, technology shifts and rising digital-asset interest.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks
Data Protection

Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks

Rising deepfake and synthetic-identity attacks are prompting banks and regulators to back new guidance on hardening fraud defences.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026

Stories from Other Regions

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NeonNow launches AI customer platform across 170 markets
Software-as-a-Service

NeonNow launches AI customer platform across 170 markets

Partners can now sell voice, messaging and AI-led service tools in 170 markets as the Sydney-founded firm expands overseas.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Airwallex wins Malaysia licences for full offering
Fintech

Airwallex wins Malaysia licences for full offering

Malaysian businesses can now access payments, multi-currency accounts and foreign exchange on one platform after new central bank approvals.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
CMTG bets on backup as cyber resilience demand rises
Data Protection

CMTG bets on backup as cyber resilience demand rises

Rising ransomware and outage costs are pushing businesses to treat backup as a board-level priority, boosting demand for recovery services.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026