All articles by Refna Tharayil

Refna Tharayil

Serenity Wealth unveils online wealth self-management toolkit SereneKit DIY

The toolkit comprises a web-based application designed to work seamlessly across desktop browsers, tablets as well as smartphones

DBS, Infor Nexus launch pre-shipment financing solution for SME suppliers

Through the partnership, both parties aim to improve SME cashflows with data-based trade financing solutions

SK On, Ford, EcoPro BM to establish cathode plant in Quebec, Canada

The federal government of Canada and the provincial government of Quebec welcomed the investment to the cathode production joint venture and promised financial assistance of C$644 million

Cebuana Lhuillier Bank taps Temenos to transform core banking platform

Temenos’ core banking platform will enable the bank to manage customer accounts and transactions with enhanced performance and efficiency

Mastercard, Riskified join forces to mitigate fraud and chargebacks risk 

Through the collaboration, the firms aim to enhance the ability of businesses worldwide to increase online revenues and profit along with reducing the risk of fraud and chargebacks

GoLogiq to take full ownership of Swedish fintech Fram Venture 7 

The transaction also includes all of Fram Venture 7’s equity interest in its fully owned subsidiary DragonLend

SEI extends long-term relationship with Bar Harbor Wealth Management 

The agreement demonstrates a mutual commitment to the companies’ 22-year relationship, specifically supporting Bar Harbor Wealth Management’s growth and expanded offering to their clients through the SEI Wealth Platform and business process outsourcing solution

Turkey-based fintech Param acquires Czech BNPL provider Twisto

Through the acquisition of Twisto, Param is set to introduce its technology and integrated embedded finance products as well as services to Europe

SK On to invest $1.1bn to expand EV battery plant in South Korea

Through the investment, SK On plans to expand its third plant on a site covering about 44,125㎡ within the Seosan Auto Valley complex

Splitit secures $50m investment commitment from Motive Partners

The first $25m tranche will be invested once shareholders approve the fintech company’s delisting from the ASX and redomiciling from Israel to the Cayman Islands