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🪩 Happy New Year from all of us at Themis Wishing you a safe and prosperous 2025!

'Tis the season! 🎄 Our London and UAE teams marked the end of the year with festive dinners, good food, and even better company. Happy holidays from all of us at Themis! Dickon Johnstone | David Hodgson | Lizzie Stewart | Nadia O'Shaughnessy | Sandeep Sroa BA.Hons l (Dip.AML) | Robin Morris-Weston | Luis Rolim | Henry W. | Henry Wyard | Olivia Dakeyne | Sofia Brandt Ablanedo | Emily Hsu | Finlay Taylor | Eliza Thompson | Melissa Sequeira (CAMS, ICA) | Zara Ossman | Gabriel Otuagomah | Reem Rihawi | Matthew Deacon | Zia Zaidi | Aigerim Sadyrova | Zahidul Islam | Aidan Vincent | Yusuf Shehab | Jeremy Wright | Brett Mostert | Cheryl Mallows | Georgia Aggrey ILEX Law, BA (Hons), Assoc CIPD | Grant Rescorl | Ian Rowe Giron | John Hindley | Lehang Tieu | Richard Berrow MAPM | Safiyyah Farooqui | Simon Samuel | Thomas Williams | Abbey Bergin | Kris Estacio | Roshna Khan | Tapasiya Chadha

And that's a wrap! What an incredible week at Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW), showcasing the #CapitalofCapital! From discussions on AI’s role in reshaping the financial landscape to exploring how advanced technologies are tackling climate risks, it’s been a week full of insightful conversations and exciting developments. Our team had the privilege of connecting with leaders in finance and innovation, while Dickon Johnstone took the main stage to announce a key milestone—surpassing our Scale-Up Funding target, raising over £7.25m against an initial target of £3-5m. Yesterday, we also attended a powerful Women in Finance event, empowering women to take on senior roles in the financial sector. In addition, Kris Estacio, our Business Development Manager, shared her expertise in an exclusive interview, providing valuable insights into the evolving landscape. A huge thank you to Hub71, ADGM, and everyone who supported us throughout this journey. We’re grateful for the opportunities and connections made this week, and we look forward to continuing to drive change in the region's financial sector. Lizzie Stewart Nadia O'Shaughnessy David Hodgson Luis Rolim Paulina Sulewska Sandeep Sroa BA.Hons l (Dip.AML) Yusuf Shehab Abbey Bergin Melissa Sequeira (CAMS, ICA) Reem Rihawi Kris Estacio Amrik Ghatoura Tapasiya Chadha Ian Rowe Giron Richard Berrow MAPM #ADFW2024 #AI #WomenInFinance #Themis #ADGM #Hub71 #FutureOfFinance

Day 3 at Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) was brimming with highlights. Our Head of Insight, Nadia O'Shaughnessy, moderated an insightful session on “Climate Risk: Closer Than We Think” at the ADGM Auditorium, exploring how AI and advanced technologies are being used to predict and mitigate the growing climate risks facing the financial sector. Meanwhile, Dickon Johnstone had an engaging interview with FINTECH.TV, sharing valuable insights on AI’s role in reshaping financial crime prevention and due diligence. He also highlighted the exciting milestone announced earlier today — surpassing our funding target, further solidifying Themis’ position as a regional leader in financial crime prevention. A huge thank you to Chris Hughes, Zille Rehman, Ahmad Alwan, and the teams at Hub71 and ADGM for their incredible support and for fostering innovation in the region. It’s been a transformative week for Themis, and we’re thrilled to have shared it with so many inspiring individuals. Lizzie Stewart David Hodgson Luis Rolim Paulina Sulewska Sandeep Sroa BA.Hons l (Dip.AML) Yusuf Shehab Abbey Bergin Melissa Sequeira (CAMS, ICA) Reem Rihawi Kris Estacio Amrik Ghatoura Robin Morris-Weston Tapasiya Chadha Nadia O'Shaughnessy Zara Ossman Zahidul Islam Roshna Khan Ian Rowe Giron Richard Berrow MAPM Henry W. Henry Wyard #ADFW2024 #FutureOfFinance #AI #Sustainability #ClimateRisk #ADGM

💡  Themis Secures Over £7.25M in Scale-Up Funding, Surpassing Targets Ahead of Round Closing Read more: https://hubs.li/Q02_f7BC0 Announced today at Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW), Themis has successfully raised over £7.25 million in its Scale-Up Funding Round, exceeding the initial target of £3-5 million ahead of the formal close on 16th December. This milestone underscores Themis’ commitment to democratising due diligence through cutting-edge AI and financial crime expertise. It also builds on recent successes, including cornerstone contracts with key regulators and financial institutions, the launch of Tathabbat - the first AML registered firm in Saudi Arabia, and enhanced data partnerships with Dow Jones and ADGM. #FinancialCrimePrevention #AIInnovation

🌟  Day 2 of Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2024 has been an inspiring showcase of innovation and insight! Our CEO, Dickon Johnstone, captivated the audience at the Venture Stage with his talk, “AI’s Arrival: Navigating Deals with Intelligence, Diligence, and Data,” sharing how AI is transforming financial decision-making and shaping the future of finance. Nadia O'Shaughnessy, our Head of Insight, also gave an exclusive interview, providing her expert perspective on emerging industry trends. Meanwhile, our team continued connecting with industry leaders and building meaningful relationships throughout the day. Tomorrow, Nadia takes the stage to moderate a compelling session on “Climate Risk: Closer Than We Think” at the ADGM Auditorium (14:30–14:50). This discussion will explore how advanced technologies and AI are being leveraged to predict and mitigate escalating climate risks – a must-attend for those passionate about sustainability and innovation. 💡 Don’t miss the chance to join us for Day 3 and continue the conversation about innovation, sustainability, and the future of finance! ADGM Chris Hughes Zille Rehman Ahmad Alwan David Hodgson Abbey Bergin Paulina Sulewska Kris Estacio Yusuf Shehab Amrik Ghatoura Lizzie Stewart Reem Rihawi Melissa Sequeira (CAMS, ICA) Sandeep Sroa BA.Hons l (Dip.AML) Robin Morris-Weston Tapasiya Chadha Nadia O'Shaughnessy Zara Ossman Zahidul Islam Roshna Khan Ian Rowe Giron Richard Berrow MAPM Luis Rolim #ADFW2024 #FutureOfFinance #AI #Sustainability #ClimateRisk #WeAreThemis #DueDiligence

Day 1 of Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2024 has been a fantastic start! Our CEO, Dickon Johnstone, and our Head of Operations & Customer Success, Lizzie Stewart, shared their expertise in exclusive interviews, while our team connected with industry leaders and built meaningful relationships throughout the day. Tomorrow, the excitement continues as Dickon Johnstone takes the stage at the Venture Stage (11:15–11:45) to discuss “AI’s Arrival: Navigating Deals with Intelligence, Diligence, and Data.” He’ll explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionising financial decision-making and shaping the future of finance. 💡 Join us tomorrow and be part of the conversation shaping the future of our industry! ADGM Chris Hughes Zille Rehman Lizzie Stewart Nadia O'Shaughnessy David Hodgson Luis Rolim Paulina Sulewska Sandeep Sroa BA.Hons l (Dip.AML) Yusuf Shehab Abbey Bergin Melissa Sequeira (CAMS, ICA) Reem Rihawi Kris Estacio Amrik Ghatoura Tapasiya Chadha Ian Rowe Giron Richard Berrow MAPM

Hosting the USA Financial Crime Risk Roundtable in Jersey with Jersey Finance provided an incredible platform to explore critical challenges and trends in sanctions, AML, and geoeconomic risks. Our lineup of expert speakers and panelists delivered valuable insights into the post-election financial crime landscape, predictions for the next presidential term, and how these developments impact the financial sector and global businesses. At the event, we were proud to present and launch our US Country Risk Report, offering an in-depth analysis of financial crime risks and actionable strategies for navigating them. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making the event a success. 📥 Download the US Country Risk Report here: https://hubs.li/Q02-KSDz0 #JerseyFinance #USCountryRiskReport #CountryRiskReport #DueDiligence #FinancialCrime #WeAreThemis

Themis will be at ADFW 2024 from December 9-12! With two dynamic sessions led by our CEO, Dickon Johnstone, and Head of Insight, Nadia O'Shaughnessy, we’re bringing fresh insights to the conversation. On December 10th, Dickon will speak at the Venture Stage (11:15 – 11:45) on "AI's arrival: Navigating deals with intelligence, diligence and data." He’ll share insights on how artificial intelligence is revolutionising financial decision-making and shaping the future of finance. On December 11th, Nadia will moderate a compelling session on "Climate Risk: Closer Than We Think" at the ADGM Auditorium (14:30 – 14:50). This discussion will explore how advanced technologies and AI are being used to predict and mitigate escalating climate risks. The rest of our team will also be attending, so don’t miss the chance to connect with us. Lizzie Stewart David Hodgson Luis Rolim Paulina Sulewska Sandeep Sroa BA.Hons l (Dip.AML) Yusuf Shehab Abbey Bergin Melissa Sequeira (CAMS, ICA) Reem Rihawi Kris Estacio Amrik Ghatoura #ADFW2024 promises to gather leaders, experts, and innovators from over 100 countries to discuss the transformative power of financial, human, and technological capital. This is your opportunity to engage with the brightest minds shaping the future of finance and investment. Join us in Abu Dhabi as we contribute to groundbreaking discussions that position this city as the "Capital of Capital." We can’t wait to see you there! Get your ticket now: https://adfw.com/tickets