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DocStribute welcomes Manila McLean as new non-executive director
DocStribute, a RegTech firm based in London, has appoined Manila McLean as an independent Non-Executive Director.
Manila brings extensive expertise in digital transformation within the financial services sector, most recently serving as the Group Chief Information Officer at Newcastle Building Society.
DocStribute operates within the RegTech industry, providing innovative technological solutions designed to meet the stringent demands of regulatory compliance in the financial sector. The company specialises in enhancing customer engagement through secure and compliant digital communications, which are critical for meeting emerging standards such as the Consumer Duty regulations.
Manila McLean has been appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director at DocStribute. With a robust background spanning over two decades in financial services, Manila’s career highlights include roles such as Digital Director and later, Chief Information Officer at Newcastle Building Society. Her prior position as Head of Digital at Tesco Bank also underscores her profound impact on digital strategy in financial services.
Prior to her current role, Manila was instrumental in digitising operations and enhancing customer service at Newcastle Building Society, preparing the institution for technological advancements and regulatory changes. Her strategic focus on digital customer experiences is particularly aligned with DocStribute’s mission to revolutionise customer interactions through technology.
DocStribute has recently secured its third building society client and is expanding its technological deployment to include a Tier One bank. This expansion is timely, as the financial industry faces increasing pressure to enhance customer communication and understanding, driven by the new Consumer Duty requirements.
DocStribute Chair Phil Shelley commented, “I am delighted to welcome Manila to the board. She brings a wealth of experience in digitising the financial services sector. Her experience in driving excellent customer service by delivering a digital experience that customers enjoy engaging with is incredibly relevant to docStribute’s ambition to do the same.”
Manila McLean added, “I am really pleased to be joining docStribute at this exciting time in its development. The team has done a great job in developing a customer solution that provides an answer to the combined regulatory challenges of Durable Medium and Consumer Duty. The ability to measure customer engagement with important regulatory documents allows financial institutions, both large and small, to ensure they are doing all they can to help their customers understand these communications.
“I very much look forward to working with the team as they continue to develop their technology and as they seek to help more financial services companies meet their Consumer Duty requirements.”
Source: fintech.global
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DUBAI, UAE, May 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — During the days of Seamless 2024 exhibition in Dubai, the fintech application barq and TerraPay, a global money movement company signed a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to provide fast and secure international money transfer services.
Mr. Ahmed Alenazi, CEO of barq, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are delighted to collaborate with TerraPay to enhance our international money transfer services. This alliance reflects our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.”
Ani Sane, Co-founder & Chief Business Officer – TerraPay, commented, “This partnership is not just another agreement; it is a testament to our commitment to supporting promising projects in Saudi Arabia like barq. Through this collaboration, we aim to deliver fast, efficient, and secure international money transfer services that adhere to global standards.”
Supported by TerraPay’s extensive global payments network, this agreement aligns with barq’s efforts to expand its service offerings, catering to customer needs and keeping pace with the growth of the fintech sector, both within and beyond the Kingdom.
barq received a license from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) in January of this year. Developed in Riyadh by Saudi talent, barq is expected to revolutionize the Kingdom’s fintech sector in the coming years. This is due to its unique services, secure payment methods, and the expertise of its team.
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Call for Projects: Over $3 Million Investment for International Audiovisual Contents at TCCF PITCHING 2024
TAIPEI, May 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) is pleased to announce that the 5th Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF) will take place from November 5th to 8th at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. The “Project to Screen” section continues to invite international submissions, with expected total investment resources of over USD 3 million provided.
“Project to Screen”: Facilitating Production and Market Access
The “Project to Screen” section includes four categories: feature films, series, animation, and documentaries. Submissions open on June 3rd and will undergo evaluation by a panel of international juries. Selected entries will receive training resources and present proposals during TCCF, with accommodation subsidies offered. One outstanding project will be awarded the “Project to Screen: Best Project” award and a prize of USD 30,000.
All selected projects can apply for TAICCA’s “Creative Content Development Program (CCDP) – Development Fund” and “Taiwan’s International Co-funding Program 2.0 (TICP 2.0) Option 2″ within two years. The total funding surpasses USD 3 million, providing resources to advance project development and establish connections within the market. Both initiatives have helped build on success at the Berlinale and Cannes Film Festival in 2024, paving the way for high-quality works with international marketability.
TCCF 2024 continues to collaborate with international festivals, markets, and organizations to promote audiovisual works and talents to the European and global markets. One project selected by Series Mania is invited to participate in the 2025 event. The BIFAN NAFF Project Market, Focus Asia-All Genres Market, and the MIFFest Project Market will also select project proposals from TCCF to participate in upcoming events.
TCCF award winners are making significant impacts and gaining recognition at prestigious film festivals and markets. The documentary “After the Snowmelt,” winner of the “TAICCA X CNC AWARD” in TCCF 2023, has since been selected to multiple international film festivals, including Visions du Réel in Switzerland, Jeonju International Film Festival in South Korea, Trento Film Festival in Italy, and Millennium Docs Against Gravity in Poland, showcasing Taiwan’s cultural and content strengths on the global stage.
Aside from projects selected from the TCCF Project to Screen open call, ones from TAICCA’s workshop in collaboration with “Festival des 3 Continents / Produire au Sud,” “Series Mania Institute,” and audiovisual professionals from South Korea, will also be presented in respected pitching sessions.
“Story to Screen” Sessions: Showcase of Adaptation Potential for Industry Buyers
Another section of TCCF PITCHING “Story to Screen” recommends story IPs with adaptation potential, including fiction and non-fiction, comics, and original story concepts. Along with “Shoot the Book! TCCF” session – a collaboration with SCELF, “Story to Screen” will present Taiwanese and French stories with marketability to domestic and international buyers and professionals, aiming to facilitate adaptations, foster collaborations, and expand the reach of compelling narratives.
Elevating Taiwan’s Creative Industry: TAICCA Pioneers Collaboration and Funding
Homme TSAI, TAICCA’s chairman, emphasized the agency’s commitment to enhancing Taiwan’s creative industry. To further support the cultural investment environment, that was made favorable following the amendment regarding the Development of the Cultural and Creative Industries Act, TAICCA has collaborated with leading domestic telecommunication and technology companies, including ASUS and ADATA, as well as international creative content companies such as CJ ENM Hong Kong and Warner Bros. Discovery Group, to establish funds, laying the groundwork for producing high-quality works with global appeal.
TCCF is a major annual event in the Asian creative content industry, attracting buyers and sellers internationally to converge and engage in networking and commercial negotiations. Divided into three main sections — PITCHING, MARKET, and FORUM — TCCF aims to promote exceptional works with marketability and international influence, while actively fostering opportunities for transmedia content development, investment, sales, and distribution.
TCCF PITCHING “Project to Screen” 2024 Important Dates
June 03 – July 31: Open call and submission.
Early September: Announcement for selected projects/stories.
Please refer to the official website (https://www.tccf.tw/en/home) for the announcement of the call for projects.
About TAICCA (https://en.taicca.tw/)
The Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA), established in June 2019 and supported by the Ministry of Culture, is a professional intermediary organization working to promote the development of Taiwan’s content industries including film and TV, publishing, pop music, ACG, and more.
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“Incredible Secures $1M in Pre-Seed Funding to Revolutionize Credit Card Debt Repayment”
Incredible, a fintech pioneering the use of cutting-edge open banking technology to enhance credit card debt repayment efficiency, has successfully raised $1 million in a pre-seed funding round, attracting investment from renowned industry figures.
Founded in 2022, Incredible leverages the synergy of open banking technology and artificial intelligence to empower users in tracking, managing, and minimizing the costs associated with their borrowing activities. The recent funding round, which saw participation from former Plaid executive Keith Grose and esteemed angel investor Mark Ransford, marks a significant milestone for the company.
Utilizing its innovative platform, Incredible assists users in optimizing their credit card repayment strategies by harnessing the power of open banking technology to analyze their financial data. By identifying each user’s ideal monthly credit card repayment allocation, the platform employs Variable Recurring Payments (VRPs) — an expedited version of direct debits facilitated by open banking — to streamline payment processes.
Founder Yaseen Rostom emphasizes the pressing need for effective tools to manage diverse forms of borrowing, ranging from credit cards to personal loans and car finance. Targeting time-constrained millennials grappling with financial management challenges, Incredible aims to fill this critical gap in the market.
Despite facing competition from entities like Updraft and debt consolidation firms, as well as credit score providers like ClearScore, Incredible has rapidly gained traction, boasting over 1,500 customers within a short timeframe. Headquartered in the UK and comprising a dedicated team of four professionals, Incredible’s user-friendly app is readily accessible for download on both Google and Apple platforms.
Looking ahead, Rostom reveals the fintech’s ambitious plans to expand its offerings beyond credit cards, extending its expertise to encompass the management of personal loans and car finance.
Source: tech.eu
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