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iFAST Global Bank Implements Open Banking v4.0 Standard Uplift in Collaboration with Ozone API

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LONDON, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — iFAST Global Bank (the “Bank”) today announced a strategic partnership with Ozone API, the global leader in standards-based Open Banking technology. The collaboration ensures iFAST Global Bank maintains seamless PSD2 compliance and future-proofs its multi-currency current account proposition by migrating to the latest UK Open Banking Standard, version 4.0.

The partnership enables iFAST Global Bank to offer its new digital multi-currency current accounts for individuals and businesses with secure, standards-compliant Open Banking APIs. This commitment is central to the bank’s vision of building a globally connected digital banking experience.

Leading the Way with Open Banking v4.0

While many UK banks remain on older versions of the standard, iFAST Global Bank was among the first to commit to a full transition to version 4.0 (OBL v4.0) by January 2026. This latest evolution of the UK Open Banking Standard represents a significant leap forward for both the industry and end-users:

Enhanced Global Interoperability: By aligning with the ISO 20022 messaging standard, version 4.0 allows for richer data sharing and smoother cross-border payments — critical for iFAST Global Bank’s multi-currency digital accounts.Superior Security & Resilience: The uplift to the FAPI 1.0 Advanced security profile ensures the highest levels of protection for customer data, maintaining consumer trust in a digital-first environment.Improved Transparency for Customers: New requirements for definitive payment statuses and consistent error messaging mean that customers and businesses will have more clarity on their transactions, reducing manual interventions and “false positive” fraud alerts.Future-Ready Innovation: Version 4.0 lays the groundwork for advanced features like Variable Recurring Payments (VRP), giving customers more flexible ways to manage their finances.

The implementation comes as iFAST Global Bank demonstrates significant market momentum. The bank achieved profitability in Q4 2024, less than three years after its acquisition by Singapore-based iFAST Corporation. Driven by the success of its Digital Personal Banking division, the bank now holds over S$1 billion in customer deposits, reflecting growing confidence in its innovative, secure, multi-currency banking solutions for the UK market.

Ozone API’s technology, which has been in place since March 2023, is now supporting iFAST Global Bank in leading the way by uplifting its platform from the UK Open Banking Standard version 3.1.11 to version 4.0. This major transition was completed in January 2026, positioning iFAST Global Bank at the forefront of UK Open Banking compliance and innovation.

“Our partnership with Ozone API is a key enabler of iFAST Global Bank’s strategy to build a truly intelligent, globally connected digital bank. By adopting Open Banking 4.0 standards, we are strengthening the foundations of our multi-currency current accounts for personal customers and multi-currency business accounts for commercial clients, as well as our payments and savings propositions. This allows iFAST Global Bank to offer customers a secure, scalable and seamlessly connected banking experience across borders, while maintaining strong governance, resilience and regulatory alignment. Importantly, it enables us to deliver clearer, more transparent products that provide fair value and better outcomes in line with our Consumer Duty commitments, as we continue to grow responsibly and innovate with confidence,” said Inayat Kashif, CEO, iFAST Global Bank.

“iFAST Global Bank is a great example of a modern, fast-moving digital bank that understands Open Banking is not just a regulatory hurdle, but a fundamental growth strategy. Achieving S$1 billion in deposits in such a short time demonstrates the success of their digital-first approach. We are proud to provide the high-quality, standards-based foundation that ensures their continuous PSD2 compliance while enabling them to embrace the next generation of Open Banking. Our technology is designed to make this essential transition to v4.0 simple, secure, and future-proof,” said Huw Davies, Co-founder & CEO, Ozone API.

Through its collaboration with Ozone API’s standards-based platform, iFAST Global Bank strengthens its ability to meet evolving regulatory requirements while positioning the Bank to maximise the commercial potential of Open Finance.

About Ozone API

Ozone API is the global leader in standards-based Open Banking and Open Finance technology. Built by the team that created the UK Open Banking Standard, Ozone API provides the leading standards-based software that enables banks, financial institutions, and central market-makers to deliver high-performing, standards-compliant Open APIs and convert their regulatory obligations into commercial advantage. Ozone API powers Open Finance interfaces for over 100 banks and financial institutions around the world, supporting all global Open Banking standards and regulations.

Learn more: https://ozoneapi.com

About iFAST Corporation & iFAST Global Bank

iFAST Corporation is a global digital banking and wealth management platform, with assets under administration of S$31.98 billion as at 31 December 2025. Established in 2000, it operates in Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, China, and the UK. iFAST Global Bank is a fully licensed UK bank, offering multi-currency deposits, payment services, and remittance solutions. Regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Bank is a direct member of the Bank of England Faster Payment Scheme, Clearing House Automated Payment System (CHAPS) and SWIFT. iFAST Global Bank is also a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) where eligible deposits are protected up to £120,000 for each customer.

iFAST Global Bank was recently recognised as Moneyfacts Highly Commended Best Consumers’ Choice 2026. In recognition of its innovative practices in global digital banking services, the Bank was honoured with the “Best Newcomer” award at the British Bank Awards 2025 hosted by the UK’s leading financial review platform Smart Money People.

For more information, visit www.ifastgb.com and www.ifastcorp.com

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Function Now Connects to Meta’s Muse, Allowing Members to Bring Their Personal Health Data to the New AI Agent

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Members can securely bring their Function health data into Muse to better understand their health and personalize their AI experience.

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Function today announced that members can securely connect their Function health data to Muse, Meta’s new personal AI agent. Muse joins ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity in Function’s growing network of AI connectors, giving members the ability to bring their personal health data into the AI experiences they choose to use.

Muse can use a member’s Function insights as personal context to help them understand their health, build and adapt plans around their goals, track progress, and follow through over time, while members remain in control of their data.

“Your AI should know your biology,” said Jonathan Swerdlin, CEO and Co-founder of Function. “By connecting Function health data to Muse, people can bring a living picture of their health into the AI platforms they use every day. We are entering a world where people understand their bodies in far greater detail and increasingly rely on AI to make decisions. Bringing those together makes AI dramatically more useful.”

How it works

Members authorize the connection from inside Meta, through the same account controls they already use to manage their account data. Once connected, Muse draws on their lab results and clinician-reviewed summaries to inform the goals and tasks a member brings to it.

Ask Muse how a lab result compares to a member’s optimal range before deciding whether to act on itHave Muse build or adjust a plan toward a health goal, using a member’s own Function insights as contextLet Muse flag when it’s time to schedule a member’s next Function lab visit, and follow up until it’s on the calendar

The Function health connector will roll out in the coming weeks. To learn more about Function or become a member, visit www.functionhealth.com.

About Function

Function is on a mission to enable everyone to live 100 healthy years. A groundbreaker in its category, Function has changed the game by making lab testing, MRI and CT, and longitudinal health data accessible, understandable, and actionable—serving millions. Function’s Medical Intelligence Lab™ (MI Lab™) is leveraging a dedicated clinical team to develop a continuous learning system that helps its members see, understand, and act on their biology over time. Members receive access to 160+ lab tests—including biannual testing—for just $365/year, equivalent to $1 per day, covering the heart, hormones, thyroid, liver, kidneys, heavy metal exposures, nutrient levels, inflammation, potential cancer signals, and more. Each member’s results are integrated into an intelligent, personalized interface designed to support powerfully informed decision-making. Function members can also access (for an additional cost) MRI and CT that are designed to see signs of cancer and hundreds of other conditions. Function believes everyone should have the power to own their health.

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Teletrac Navman Appoints Ricardo Buranello as CEO

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Alain Samaha to Continue Serving on Board of Directors

SYDNEY, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Teletrac Navman, a leading global provider of intelligent fleet and asset management solutions, today announced that it has named current Chief Financial and Operating Officer Ricardo Buranello as Teletrac Navman’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2026. Mr Buranello succeeds Alain Samaha, who will continue in the CEO role through September 30, 2026, to ensure a seamless transition. Mr Samaha will remain a member of Teletrac Navman’s Board of Directors and continue supporting the Company’s long-term vision and strategic planning.

Mr Buranello is a seasoned executive with more than two decades of international experience across telematics, IoT, and high-growth technology businesses. Having served as Chief Financial and Operating Officer since joining Teletrac Navman, he brings deep financial and operational expertise, a strong strategic orientation, and an intimate knowledge of the business that make him ideally suited to lead the Company into its next chapter. Mr Buranello previously held leadership roles at Telit Cinterion, Siemens and Totvs.

“This represents an ideal time for Teletrac’s next phase of leadership, and we’re confident that Ricardo is the right person for the job,” said Jonathan Olefson, Chairman of the Board at Teletrac Navman. “Ricardo is a proven, mission-oriented leader who understands our business from the inside out. We look forward to what he and the entire team will accomplish.”

“Alain helped transform Teletrac into a global leader in telematics and fleet management solutions. We are grateful for his vision, passion, and many contributions, and look forward to working with him on the Board,” continued Olefson.

Mr Samaha stated, “Leading Teletrac has been one of the great privileges of my professional life. I am proud of what we have done together, and I am equally excited about what lies ahead for Teletrac. Ricardo is the right leader for this moment. His strategic clarity and deep understanding of our business will serve Teletrac, our customers, and our employees well into the future.”

Mr Buranello added, “I am honoured by the trust the Board has placed in me and energised by the opportunities ahead. Our customers, employees, and partners can count on the same dedication to innovation, excellence, and delivering meaningful results that has been at the core of Teletrac since the beginning.”

Under Mr Buranello’s leadership, Teletrac Navman will continue advancing its cloud-based, AI-powered connected mobility platform while building on the growth, stability, and customer focus that have long defined the Company.

About Teletrac Navman

Teletrac Navman empowers the industries that transform and sustain our futures with simple and intelligent solutions that enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of their operation. As a connected mobility platform for industries that manage vehicle and equipment assets, Teletrac Navman simplifies the complex so that its customers can transform the way they work through cloud-based solutions that leverage AI to unlock the power of operational insight. The company operates globally, with offices worldwide and headquarters in Northbrook, IL. For more information visit https://www.teletracnavman.com.au/.

About Respida

Respida is a software-focused private equity firm with decades of combined investing and operating experience. The firm partners with management teams at growth-oriented software and software-enabled companies, bringing hands-on operational rigor and financial discipline to drive growth and build durable market leaders. For more information, visit https://respida.com/.

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Coda welcomes Bombay High Court judgment in its favor

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Coda welcomed the Bombay High Court’s judgment on 2 September 2026 allowing the appeal by Coda Payments India and setting aside the orders that had kept its bank accounts and payment accounts frozen.

The judgment is a significant and positive outcome for Coda. We have been clear and consistent in our position throughout the proceedings and welcome the Court’s decision.

Coda has cooperated fully with the relevant authorities and respects the legal process. We now look forward to the judgment being implemented expeditiously and in full.

Coda remains committed to meeting all applicable legal and regulatory requirements in every market in which it operates.

The Bombay High Court’s judgment relates to the freeze on Coda Payments India’s bank accounts and payment accounts. Other related proceedings remain ongoing.

About Coda

Coda is a global leader in monetization, distribution, and commerce, trusted by the biggest names in gaming, entertainment, and technology, including Activision, Electronic Arts, Riot Games, Ubisoft, and Moonton. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Singapore, Coda operates with 670+ employees worldwide, with core hubs in Asia and Europe. Coda combines payments, commerce, distribution, and rewards to drive global revenue growth for brands and publishers.

Coda’s products include Codapay, which provides access to 400+ payment methods across 80+ markets through a single API integration; Coda Webstore, which powers fully customized direct-to-consumer storefronts; Coda Consumer Platforms, including Codashop, Recharge.com, and Startselect.com; Coda Distribution, which extends reach through a network of commerce partners; and Giftcloud, a UK-based rewards business serving enterprise customers across Europe.

Coda is backed by Apis Partners, Insight Partners, Smash Capital, and GIC, and has been named an APAC High Growth Company (2023) by Financial Times, one of Granite Asia’s NextGenTech 30 (2024), a payments leader on Fortune’s Fintech Innovation Asia list (2024), and listed among The Straits Times Fastest Growing Fintechs (2024). For more on Coda, visit coda.co.

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Coda:
Liz Adam
VP, Corporate Affairs
liz.adam@coda.co 

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