FTB News Desk - FinTecBuzz

Jianpu Technology Inc. Appoints New Independent Director

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 201811 min

Jianpu Technology Inc. (“Jianpu,” or the “Company”) (NYSE: JT), a leading independent open platform for discovery and recommendation of financial products in China, today announced the board of directors (the “Board”) has appointed Mr. Kuang-Yu (Jeff) Liao as an independent director, effective November 15, based on the unanimous recommendation of the nominating and corporate governance committee of the Board. Mr. Kuang-Yu (Jeff) Liao has been appointed as the chairman of the nominating and corporate governance committee, a member of both the audit...

Blockchain

Cashaa is Going Live on 28 November 2018

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 20187 min

Cashaa, one of the pioneers in blockchain technologies for financial services, has announced its crypto friendly global accounts for business and individuals. Cashaa is known in the industry for following rigorous AML and KYC policies under which it rejected more than 14 Million during its token sale in Jan 2018. Since then, Cashaa has received many awards and recognitions around the world. Its offering for startups and business have brought it the titles of “Technology Provider...

Business Tools Financial Software

TRAILBLAZING TECH: Ping An expands regional footprint with a fintech focus

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 201815 min

A new player in the fintech space here is making waves for its pioneering work developing comprehensive end-to-end solutions for banks and non-banking financial institutions. OneConnect, a subsidiary of China’s insurance giant, Ping An, officially opens in Singapore this month and is set to expand within the region at a rapid pace. “These are exciting times and we’re proud to be given such a huge vote of confidence in our innovation work for the fintech space, even though we...

Institutional Investment Investments

Wonolo Raises $32M in Series C Financing Led by Bain Capital Ventures to Democratize Gig Work and Streamline Temporary and Seasonal Staffing

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 201810 min

Wonolo, the leading on-demand staffing platform enabling businesses to fill their immediate labor needs, announced today it has closed a $32 million Series C funding round led by Bain Capital Ventures. The round brings Wonolo’s total venture funding to $60 million and includes participation from new investor DAG Ventures and support from existing investors Sequoia Capital, Base10, AMN Healthcare, and Cendana. Wonolo will use the new capital to expand its team and accelerate growth to meet the nation’s high level of...

API/Connectivity Connectivity

Black Knight to Invest in Dun & Bradstreet

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 201815 min

Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE: BKI) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a $375 million investment in Dun & Bradstreet, a global leader in commercial data, analytics and insights for businesses. Black Knight will join an investment consortium led by CC Capital, Cannae Holdings and Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. which has announced plans to acquire Dun & Bradstreet. The Black Knight investment will represent an economic ownership interest of less than 20% in the re-capitalized Dun...

Institutional Investment Investments

MPOWER Financing Hires Maureen Klovers as First Director of Social Impact

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 20188 min

Maureen Klovers, an executive with over a decade of experience in government, financial services, higher ed and social impact, has been appointed to the new post of director of social impact for MPOWER Financing, the public benefit corporation focused on removing financial barriers to higher education for international students in the U.S. Klovers has more than a decade of experience in government, financial services, higher ed and social impact. At MPOWER Financing, she will be responsible...

Payment Platform Payments

Klarna Cuddles Up With Gravity Blanket To Give Consumers The Luxury Of Paying Over Time

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 20187 min

Today, Klarna, a leading global payments provider, announced a new collaboration with Gravity Blanket, creator of weighted blankets and sleep products engineered to naturally reduce stress and increase relaxation. Shoppers will now be able to use Klarna’s Slice it and brand-new Slice it in 4 products, which allow consumers to pay for their products in installments. “By helping consumers purchase their items over time, we can improve the buying journey,” said Michael Rouse, Chief Commercial Officer...

Insurance

Tencent’s WeSure Forms Partnerships with 20 Insurance Companies

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 20186 min

WeChat Mini Program Achieved 20 Million Monthly Active Users

Payment Platform Payments

AvidXchange Receives Mid-Size Tech Company of the Year Award from the North Carolina Tech Association

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 20186 min

AvidXchange, the leading B2B payment solutions provider for midsize companies, received the Mid-Size Company of the Year Award at the North Carolina Technology Association’s (NC TECH) gala on Thursday, Nov. 15 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center. “To be recognized by NC TECH as the Mid-Size Tech Company of the Year is an honor,” said Michael Praeger, CEO & co-founder of AvidXchange. “Since launching AvidXchange in 2000, we’ve witnessed the growth of technology beyond the Research Triangle. NC...

Business Tools Financial Software

Refresh Financial Ranked Number 121 Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte’s 2018 Technology Fast 500™

FTB News DeskNovember 19, 20188 min

Attributes 934 percent revenue growth to key technological innovations, high quality customer service, and a focus on developing strong partnerships.

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