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Denis Shafranik Co Founder at Concentric
As UK pension reforms promise to channel more funding towards VC, there is a significant opportunity to earmark some of this for grassroots ‘funds of funds’, supporting entrepreneurial and emerging managers powering the early-stage innovation pipeline. The 2025 UK pension shake-up could spark an exciting new period for VC funding across Europe....
12 March 2025 /wealth /predictions
Luigi Wewege President at Caye International Bank
The global financial landscape stands at a critical juncture. Recent shifts in U.S. economic policy, most notably the Trump administration's aggressive use of trade tariffs, have sparked intense debate over their broader impact beyond immediate trading partners. While initial discussions focused primarily on manufacturing and domestic economic in
11 March 2025 /markets /predictions
Harshita Soni Market Researcher at Ken Research
The Asia-Pacific Digital Payments Market is undergoing a digital revolution, fueled by mobile banking innovations, fintech expansions, and government-driven financial inclusion initiatives. As cashless transactions become the norm, the industry is evolving through AI-driven fraud prevention, blockchain security enhancements, and embedded finance s...
11 March 2025 /payments /markets
Ruchi Rathor Founder at Payomatix Technologies
I. Introduction In today’s global digital economy, payment processing systems are essential for businesses to accept and manage transactions efficiently. However, some industries face significantly higher risks due to complex regulatory environments, data sensitivity, and greater vulnerability to fraud and chargebacks. This category is known as h...
09 March 2025 /payments
Banking has long served as the backbone of global commerce, investment, and wealth management. However, the modern financial landscape is divided between traditional "legacy banking" institutions and the less conventional but increasingly relevant realm of "offshore banking." The fundamental differences between these two parad
15 February 2025 /regulation /retail
Nelson Castellanos Chief Partnerships Officer at HDI Embedded
The dust has long settled on Black Friday and 2024’s proved to be more popular than ever. According to Shopify, its merchants ‘hit a record $11.5 billion in sales over the Black Friday-Cyber Monday (BFCM) weekend—up 24% from last year with strong sales momentum leading up to the event.’ Black Friday is a time of intense pressure and promise f...
16 January 2025 /retail /predictions
Matt Ryan Chief Transformation Officer at Reef
The UK has recently ramped up efforts to position itself as a prime destination for international investment through regulatory reforms, tax incentives, and a strategic focus on high-growth sectors like digital technology and green energy. These measures are part of a broader government initiative to create an economic environment that fosters bo
13 November 2024 /wealth /markets
Offshore banking, while often clouded by misconceptions, remains an integral component of the global financial system. Despite evolving regulatory frameworks, heightened scrutiny, and media attention, the future of offshore banks is secure. Offshore banks offer a host of legitimate advantages to individuals, corporations, and economies. This arti
28 October 2024 /retail /predictions
Jamel Derdour CMO at Transact365 - www.transact365.io
With a burgeoning economy, a growing middle class, and increasing internet penetration, the country is ripe for a digital payments transformation. Despite significant strides in recent years, the potential for digital payments in Bangladesh remains largely untapped, offering immense opportunities for economic growth, financial inclusion, and impr
08 October 2024 /payments /markets
Trends in Financial Services and the Role of AI The financial services industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, changing consumer expectations, and evolving regulatory landscapes. Among the various technologies reshaping this sector, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as a key driver of inn...
28 August 2024 /ai /payments
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