All articles by Swagath Bandhakavi

Swagath Bandhakavi

Finastra partners with IBM for enhanced cloud-based lending services

The updated LCS platform integrates IBM’s technology and consulting expertise to support Finastra’s corporate lending solutions, including Loan IQ, Trade Innovation, and Corporate Channels

Vistra introduces AI-powered global compliance adviser Geni

The AI tool is part of Vistra’s Global Expansion Platform, designed to simplify corporate compliance and international operation

Accenture and Commercial Bank of Dubai launch data and AI training programme to elevate employee skills and customer experience

This collaboration is designed to empower CBD’s employees by harnessing the full potential of innovative technologies

Fayafi introduces MEKKA algorithm for advanced investment strategies

The algorithm utilises sentiment analysis and AI-driven forecasting to evaluate and enhance investment decisions

Summit Financial invests in Gateway Advisory to expand adviser network

Gateway Advisory, managing $830m in assets, becomes the 21st firm to join Summit Financial’s portfolio since 2024

BNY Mellon takes minority stake in securities lending platform EquiLend

EquiLend delivers trading, post-trade, data and analytics, regulatory technology, and platform solutions while operating across multiple jurisdictions

Euronext to acquire Admincontrol in €398m deal to expand SaaS business

The acquisition is anticipated to bolster Euronext’s governance and secure collaboration SaaS offerings, especially in the Nordics and the UK

ChargePoint deploys EV fast charging in New York with support from NYSERDA

NYSERDA’s support, through its Clean Transportation program, enables the build-out of critical EV charging infrastructure across New York State

Oracle introduces AI-driven agents to enhance financial crime investigation

Oracle’s AI-driven agents use generative AI to create narratives that support investigators, allowing them to concentrate on high-priority cases

Clearwater Analytics to acquire Beacon and Blackstone’s Bistro for $685m

The acquisitions align with Clearwater Analytics’ strategy to broaden its technology-driven investment management capabilities