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CoinPayments founder Alexandrov returns as Chief Executive
Crypto

CoinPayments founder Alexandrov returns as Chief Executive

The digital-asset payments firm is bolstering its leadership as it seeks to turn more than USD $50 billion in transactions into broader growth.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago
KPMG survey finds AI shift to governance & security
Digital Transformation

KPMG survey finds AI shift to governance & security

As AI budgets rise to USD $210 million, firms are tightening oversight on security, governance and returns to keep deployments under control.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Shield launches MCP Server for compliance AI access
Data Protection

Shield launches MCP Server for compliance AI access

Compliance teams at regulated banks can now query live surveillance alerts inside Claude, while Shield keeps permissions and records unchanged.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Tokenmaxxing won't fly in APAC. How to shrink AI spend without limiting security
Digital Transformation

Tokenmaxxing won't fly in APAC. How to shrink AI spend without limiting security

APAC security teams can cut AI bills sharply by filtering routine cases before they reach costly frontier models, without weakening defences.

By Matt Coons • 5 min read • Last month
KPMG sees AI-driven future for India's finance sector
Data Protection

KPMG sees AI-driven future for India's finance sector

India's banks face a rapid shift towards AI-led operations as digital public infrastructure and data-sharing systems reshape finance.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last month
A Good Certification Group wins AI standard accreditation
Digital Transformation

A Good Certification Group wins AI standard accreditation

The move gives Australian firms a new external check on AI governance as demand rises for proof that systems are properly controlled.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Google launches Gemini Enterprise for financial services
Data Protection

Google launches Gemini Enterprise for financial services

Banks can now use Google's new AI tools for regulated research and risk work, with audit trails and controlled data access in preview.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026
Google Cloud unveils Gemini Enterprise for legal teams
Software-as-a-Service

Google Cloud unveils Gemini Enterprise for legal teams

Law firms and in-house legal teams gain a preview tool for contract review, research and redaction, with client data kept private.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026
Australia could become Asia-Pacific AI infrastructure hub
Smart Cities

Australia could become Asia-Pacific AI infrastructure hub

Grid constraints could determine whether Australia wins a share of the region's fast-growing AI data centre investment, the paper says.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2026
Reggy launches compliance software platform in Europe
Software-as-a-Service

Reggy launches compliance software platform in Europe

European firms face mounting compliance pressure as Reggy's platform aims to replace spreadsheets and consultants with one system for multiple regulations.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2026

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AI and data reshape finance, tax and hiring practices
Data Analytics

AI and data reshape finance, tax and hiring practices

Taxpayers, recruiters and operations teams face tighter decisions as AI speeds up workflows and Making Tax Digital forces more frequent reporting.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
Xapien raises USD $56 million to fuel US expansion
Software-as-a-Service

Xapien raises USD $56 million to fuel US expansion

The cash will accelerate global hiring and deepen Xapien's US push, as half its revenue already comes from American clients.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Thrive appoints John Toney as security services chief
Digital Transformation

Thrive appoints John Toney as security services chief

The hire deepens Thrive's push into cybersecurity as customers seek outside help with threat detection, response and risk management.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
KPMG Canada gains ISO 42001 AI governance certification
Data Protection

KPMG Canada gains ISO 42001 AI governance certification

The certification gives clients added assurance as businesses face growing scrutiny over who is accountable for AI risks and controls.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Phantom Deal: Inside an Imposter Scam Targeting an Avast Employee
Virtual Private Networks

Phantom Deal: Inside an Imposter Scam Targeting an Avast Employee

The fake acquisition pitch pushed an Avast employee towards a EUR €626,735.45 wire, exposing a broader impersonation scam across several industries.

By Luis Corrons • 8 min read • Last month
Bryt Energy gains VTP accreditation for flexibility
KPMG

Bryt Energy gains VTP accreditation for flexibility

Industrial and commercial firms can now access Bryt Energy's flexibility services without changing supplier, after its new wholesale market status.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Canadian fintech investment falls as larger deals dominate
Crypto

Canadian fintech investment falls as larger deals dominate

Investment fell by more than 40 per cent year on year as Canadian fintech deals shrank to 47, despite a second-quarter rebound.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026
Owner-managed firms warned on finance director gap at exit
Small Business

Owner-managed firms warned on finance director gap at exit

Smaller founder-led businesses may lose bargaining power in sales if they lack a finance chief to satisfy buyer scrutiny over reporting and succession.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Aug 2026