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Juniper Research has unveiled the winners of this year’s Future Digital Awards for Fintech & Payments, recognising innovations that are shaping the future of finance. The awards celebrate excellence in various categories, with standout contributions from industry leaders in banking, payments, and security. In the Banking Innovation category, SAP Fioneer’s Virtual Account Management took home the Platinum award, while Treezor was awarded Gold. In the Digital Identity Innovation category, Signicat’s MobileID won Platinum, and Tata Consultancy Services secured Gold for their Quartz™ offering. TreviPay’s Financial Partner Gateway won Platinum for Banking Innovation of the Year, while Token.io triumphed with Platinum…

Uptodown has officially launched its new subscription service, Uptodown Turbo, aimed at enhancing user experience while promoting sustainability within the app marketplace. Designed for privacy, safety, and user independence, the service offers exclusive features that cater to users who want to maximise their experience on the Uptodown platform. During the testing phase, over 37,000 users pre-registered for the service, demonstrating strong interest in its offerings. Uptodown Turbo seeks to establish a new paradigm in app distribution by focusing on user interests, free from the constraints of traditional advertising and the influence of larger platforms. Subscribers can look forward to a…

As one of the most prestigious technology firms globally, Apple is renowned for its commitment to innovation, quality products, and rigorous hiring standards. For job seekers aiming to join the ranks of this tech giant, a blend of technical skills, understanding of the company’s values, and interview preparation is essential. Sheldon Chi, a former engineer at Google and the creator of System Design School, has shared valuable tips for candidates looking to make their mark in Apple’s competitive hiring landscape. First and foremost, candidates must develop an in-depth knowledge of Apple’s product lineup. From iPhones to MacBooks, a thorough understanding…

In a thought-provoking survey conducted by Layered Reality, the company behind Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience, it emerged that many Brits feel unprepared for a hypothetical Martian invasion. The poll, which included 2,000 participants, found that a significant portion of the population doubts their chances of survival in the event of an extraterrestrial attack. According to the survey, a third of those polled believed they would not survive if hostile Martians were to invade Earth. Furthermore, one in three respondents felt they would be fortunate to last more than a month, while only 10% expressed…

Kim Baker, a prominent corporate team builder and owner of Vivid Performance Group, is set to lead two workshops focused on strengthening trust between visionaries and integrators at the Entrepreneurial Operating System’s (EOS) V/I Duo™ Summit. The event is scheduled for October 16, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. Baker, who has earned a reputation for her expertise in corporate team dynamics, highlighted the significance of the visionary and integrator relationship in organisational success. “As the visionary and integrator relationship goes, so goes the rest of the organisation, and building trust is a key factor in that relationship. However, getting there isn’t…

Cigar & Bourbon Events, a prominent player in the online ticket sales industry specialising in cigar and bourbon gatherings, has unveiled a new online ticketing platform designed to enhance the event experience for its customers. The launch promises to simplify the ticket purchasing process, making it easier for enthusiasts to attend their favourite events. Founder and CEO Chris Taylor expressed his excitement over the new platform, stating, “We are thrilled to launch our new online event ticketing platform. Our customers have been asking for an easier, more streamlined way to purchase tickets to events, and we are excited to deliver…

Curve, a global mobile wallet provider, has launched a new foreign spending scheme designed to enhance how customers manage their finances while travelling abroad. The latest initiative aims to eliminate hidden currency conversion fees and increase fee-free spending limits to £100,000, allowing users to save up to 3% on foreign expenditure. Additionally, Curve has introduced a 1% cashback reward on all international spending. The new features make Curve Pay the only mobile wallet that allows users to “Pay Like a Local.” This means customers can avoid the hassle of preloading money or purchasing foreign currencies in advance. Instead, Curve’s innovative…

Blue Mountain, a leader in Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) for the life sciences sector, has partnered with Apprentice.io, creators of the AI-powered Tempo Manufacturing Cloud, to deliver a pioneering integration for life sciences manufacturers. This collaboration, which merges asset performance management with manufacturing cloud technologies, aims to revolutionise equipment calibration and readiness in the industry. The partnership between the two companies is seen as a breakthrough in production efficiency for manufacturers reliant on batch-based processes. By linking Blue Mountain’s RAM system and Apprentice.io’s Tempo platform, production teams are provided with real-time insights into equipment status, including calibration data and operational…

With the holiday season approaching, gaming enthusiasts are gearing up for an exciting lineup of new releases. A new study has highlighted the most eagerly anticipated video games set to launch before Christmas 2024, with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 topping the list as the most searched-for game in the U.S. The research, carried out by gaming site Clash.gg, analysed Google search data to identify which video games are generating the most buzz. The results show Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is the clear favourite, garnering an average of 90,326 monthly searches. This figure is nearly double that…

A new report by The National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) has evaluated the impact and effectiveness of the ban on credit card use for gambling in Great Britain. Introduced in April 2020, the ban was the first of its kind globally and aimed to reduce gambling-related harms by preventing people from using borrowed money to place bets. This comprehensive evaluation offers insight into how the ban was implemented and its effects on gambling behaviours. The ban prohibits licensed gambling operators from accepting payments via credit card, both online and offline, excluding non-remote lotteries. It was introduced to add an…