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FNZ, a prominent wealth management platform, has announced a global, five-year strategic partnership with Microsoft to revolutionize the wealth management industry through advanced artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance FNZ's global platform by integrating...

Taghash, a prominent SaaS platform specializing in venture capital (VC), private equity (PE), and family office workflows, has unveiled its latest innovation: the AI-integrated Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server. This groundbreaking development is poised to revolutionize how investment firms...

In the latest episode of the Connected News Podcast, Business Post tech editor Charlie Taylor engages in insightful discussions with his colleagues on several pivotal developments in the tech industry. The episode, titled "Stripe’s Unexpected Legacy and the Continued Rise of Bitcoin," delves...

As artificial intelligence continues to redefine enterprise workflows, the worlds of venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) find themselves at a major inflection point. The rapid adoption of AI-powered tools has created both tremendous opportunities and new vulnerabilities—particularly...

The latest wave of technology earnings and regulatory developments is sending shockwaves across the AI industry, payments sector, and the wider tech ecosystem. As chip manufacturing giants like TSMC post results that echo the ongoing AI gold rush, software titans and ambitious startups grapple...

Microsoft Copilot’s integration into Allied Irish Banks (AIB) marks a defining moment in the evolution of Ireland’s financial sector, as the bank commits to deploying advanced AI tools to over 10,000 employees. This bold step reflects a wider transformation sweeping the global banking industry...

Irish banking giant AIB is embarking on one of the most extensive enterprise AI deployments in the sector by equipping 10,000 employees with Microsoft Copilot, an advanced suite of generative AI tools. The move positions AIB among a select group of forward-thinking financial institutions...

In an era where data-driven decision-making underpins the strategic direction of most organizations, infrastructure choices can make or break digital transformation efforts. Cloud computing has ushered in a new age of possibility, yet the challenges of distributed data management, operational...

PingCAP's recent collaboration with Microsoft Azure marks a significant milestone in the evolution of distributed SQL databases, particularly with the introduction of TiDB Cloud Dedicated in public preview on Azure. This partnership aims to provide enterprises with a robust, scalable, and fully...

Microsoft’s announcement of Amr Kamel as the new General Manager for its UAE operations signals both a strategic and symbolic shift, not only for the technology giant but also for the nation’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. With his appointment effective July 1, 2025, Kamel steps into a...

At the annual Temenos Community Forum 2025, a pivotal moment took shape in the world of financial services technology: Temenos and Microsoft, two industry giants with over a decade of deep partnership, reaffirmed their commitment to transforming banking innovation through advanced artificial...

In a significant move to bolster Nigeria's fintech sector, Visa and Microsoft have joined forces to drive agentic artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, aiming to enhance the nation's financial technology talent pool. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to fostering practical AI...

When Visa and Microsoft joined forces in Lagos for the inaugural Microsoft AI Skills Week Hackathon, they launched more than a local coding competition—they ignited a strategic shift for Nigeria’s rapidly maturing fintech ecosystem. This convergence of global payment expertise, cutting-edge...

In a significant move to bolster West Africa's digital transformation, Tier 5 Technologies, a prominent enterprise IT and cloud services provider in the region, has announced a strategic partnership with MongoDB, a leading global database platform. This collaboration aims to modernize...

Artificial intelligence tools are rapidly transforming the financial services sector, offering new opportunities to automate workflows, enhance decision-making, and improve communication with clients. Yet as the adoption of AI-powered solutions like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT surges...

The banking halls of Lagos and the glass-walled offices of Yaba’s digital city have long buzzed with Nigeria’s signature spirit of innovation. Yet the country’s surging fintech sector faces a turning point as the twin imperatives of global competitiveness and regulatory compliance collide with...

In a significant move to bolster Nigeria's fintech landscape, Microsoft and Visa recently concluded an intensive artificial intelligence (AI) training and hackathon program in Lagos. This initiative, part of Microsoft's AI Skills Week, aimed to equip Nigerian fintech developers with practical AI...

The accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence in the financial services industry is transforming workflows, communication methods, and client engagement models at a pace previously unseen. While the promise of AI-driven platforms such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT is driving efficiency...

When Visa and Microsoft convened in Lagos for the Microsoft AI Skills Week Hackathon, it marked more than just another tech event. It was a strategic declaration: harnessing generative AI and agentic technologies will define the future of Nigeria’s booming fintech sector. As global leaders in...

In a strategic move to bolster its compliance infrastructure, IFC Advisors has selected AdvisorVault's 17a-4 Managed 365 Service to ensure adherence to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's (FINRA) stringent electronic recordkeeping requirements. This decision underscores the growing...