Alexander Boehm Chief Executive Officer at PayRate42
The online gambling industry, particularly the high-risk segment of online casinos, has long been a contentious area fraught with legal, regulatory, and ethical challenges. The boundaries between legality and illegality in this sector are often blurred, making it a difficult landscape for both operators and the payment processors that serve them. ...
7 hours /payments
Ben O'Brien Managing Director at Jaywing
The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) recently held an IRB wholesale roundtable, introducing new guidelines for firms using or considering the Internal Ratings Based (IRB) approach for wholesale exposures. In this post, we’re delving into the 6 key takeaways: #1. Model risk differentiation: Aligning to the PRA’s expectations To start, the PRA'...
23 hours /regulation
Paula Hunter Executive Director at Mojaloop Foundation
In the world of financial technology, the terms instant payment systems (IPS) and inclusive instant payment systems (IIPS) are both used to refer to digital financial transfers that allow the recipient to use the money within seconds. Though they share similarities in offering rapid financial transactions, their core objectives and impacts differ ...
23 August 2024 /payments /inclusion Financial Inclusion
Harshita Soni Digital Marketer at Ken Research
The global vending machine industry is witnessing a significant transformation as technology advances and consumer behavior evolves. As of 2024, the global vending machine market is valued at approximately $25.2 billion and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2024 to 2030. The market's growth is driven by factors such as rising demand for ...
23 August 2024 /markets
Shiv Nanda Content Strategist at https://www.financialexpress.com/
High-net-worth individuals in Long Beach face unique financial challenges that require specialized expertise and tailored strategies. Wealth management in this area plays a vital role in helping these affluent individuals protect and grow their assets. With Long Beach's diverse economy and proximity to major financial centers, it’s an attractive l...
22 August 2024 /inclusion Finance 2.0
Prakash Bhudia HOD – Product & Growth at Deriv
Gold prices hold just below the $2500 psychological level as analysts predict a bounce towards unprecedented highs. Some forecasts suggest the metal could reach $3,000 per ounce by next year. Tuesday's surge to a new all-time high of $2531.64 highlighted this bullish momentum. Gold's recent rally had been driven by its safe-haven appeal amid glo...
22 August 2024 /markets
Konstantin Rabin Head of Marketing at Kontomatik
These days, cryptocurrency is nothing new. This decentralized digital currency which is almost impossible to falsify or overspend, is being used by several industries, including retail, banking, and healthcare. What is the current revenue position of the Australian crypto market? And how do crypto payments in retail seem to be the future? Well, her...
22 August 2024
Priya Kumari
In the fast-paced world of modern business, staying ahead of the curve requires a relentless pursuit of innovation. Companies are always on the hunt for game-changing solutions to streamline their financial operations and achieve global excellence. An AI-powered digital receivables platform acts as a true catalyst for growth, offering a double-ed
Harriet Christie Chief Operating Officer at Mirrorweb
On June 26th 2024, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) released new guidance on its expectations around business communications. This came in the form of Information Sheet 283 and an accompanying Press Release, and signaled the regulator’s intention to raise compliance standards. This heralds a new era in Australian co
22 August 2024 /regulation /wealth RegTech
The EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation represents a significant step for crypto regulation, particularly concerning the oversight of stablecoins, such as USDT. As compliance officers, it’s crucial to understand the regulatory landscape under MiCA, the roles of key regulatory bodies such as the European Banking Authority (EBA) and the...
22 August 2024 /regulation /crypto
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