Alongside the release of their ‘Fighting Scams in Search Report’, Google have shared how Chrome, Search and Android are using AI-powered technologies to defend users against online scams.

Neighbourhood loyalty platform Bilt has raised $250 million in primary funding, sending its valuation soaring to $10.75 billion.

Slash has raised $41 million at a $370 million valuation for its business banking platform that promises to end the one-size-fits-all model and instead provide bespoke offerings for different industries.

National Australia Bank has commenced work with portfolio company Greener to help its small business clients reduce their carbon emissions.

Singapore’s central bank is to commit up to $150 million to support startups developing innovative financial technologies over the next three years.

Nationwide Building Society is to expand its use of Generative AI, after reporting a successful first implementation with Microsoft.

The UK Government has vowed to pass primary legislation guaranteeing user privacy in the event of a future digital pound.

Confederation of British Industry (CBI) president Lord Bilimoria has launched a campaign to get more businesses using fintech to fuel growth.

Digital Isle of Man (an executive branch of the Isle’s government) has announced the launch of the Fintech Innovation Challenge, an opportunity to engage with international stakeholders and industries in their digital ecosystem.

Digital investment platform Wealthify is launching its first savings account using embedded banking technology from ClearBank.

Just in time for Christmas, NatWest has launched a board game, ‘All Mod Cons’ to educate the public about top modern scam techniques.

Wells Fargo has signed major Cloud deals with Microsoft and Google as part of an overhaul of its digitial infrastructure.

JPMorgan Private Bank has invested in two Swiss fintech firms that provide software to help advisors build portfolios for wealthy clients.

Finextra spoke to Adam Webb, COO, Risk at ICBC Standard Bank, ahead of Sustainable Finance Live about his experience in risk management and mitigating climate risk.

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) says it will take action to ensure Apple opens up restrictions on fintechs offering their own digital wallets on iPhones.