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  • The Capitalist: Charli XCX headlines Revolut jamboree; oucho for Groucho November 28, 2024 6:53 am City A.M. Thursday 28 November 2024 6:01 am  |  Updated:  Wednesday 27 November 2024 6:53 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Charli XCX pictured with Revolut’s UK CEO …
  • 3 Nigerian startups for fintech accelerator November 28, 2024 6:44 am Technext
  • Top 10 Best E-Commerce Companies in India 2025 November 28, 2024 6:35 am Inventiva E-commerce Companies in India have become a powerhouse of growth, driving the nation’s digital economy while transforming consumer behavior across diverse industries. From groceries to gadgets, fashion to furniture, these platforms have revolutionized …
  • Top 10 Most Promising FinTech Startups in India 2025 November 28, 2024 6:35 am Inventiva India’s financial technology landscape is booming, with FinTech startups revolutionizing the way individuals and businesses manage their finances. As digital payments, lending, and investing become integral to daily life, these startups are spearheading …
  • Austrian VC Speedinvest announces management shakeup November 28, 2024 6:12 am Sifted Austrian VC Speedinvest is today announcing a new five-person management team composed of CEO and managing partner Oliver Holle, GP Marie-Helene Ametsreiter — who has been with the firm for more than 10 years — and newly promoted GPs Markus Lang and …
  • Mark Kleinman: Bidders’ screen test of ITV is a reheated repeat November 28, 2024 6:09 am City A.M. Thursday 28 November 2024 5:00 am  |  Updated:  Wednesday 27 November 2024 8:50 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Mark Kleinman is Sky News’ City Editor and is …
  • Aburi Reaffirms Red Chambers CommitmentTo Passage Of Consolidated Insurance Bill 2024 November 28, 2024 6:08 am Independent The Senate Chairman on Banking, In­surance and Other Financial Institu­tions, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru has reaffirmed the Nigerian senate commitment to ensuring a speedy pas­sage of the Consolidated Insurance Bill 2024 into law and ensure the …
  • Sumsub Improves Crypto Transaction Monitoring With Elliptic Integration November 28, 2024 6:01 am The Fintech Times Full-cycle verification platform, Sumsub has enhanced its Crypto Transaction Monitoring and Travel Rule solutions following an integration with Elliptic, the cryptoasset risk manager. The integration allows clients, including firms in the blockchain, …
  • How Customer Science Group is reinventing the contact centre November 28, 2024 6:00 am RetailBiz Sydney-headquartered customer experience and digital transformation company, Customer Science Group, is launching the AI Accelerator program, a packaged advisory and consulting solution to prove the value of AI in contact centre operations and ready …
  • Ontario Leading the Charge: A look at Six of the Province’s Emerging Industries November 28, 2024 5:53 am Ottawa Times For many people across Canada, there is nothing more important than residing in a province that is thriving economically. Ontario is Canada’s foremost province when it comes to economic leadership, and as the most substantial component of the Canadian …
  • Revolut’s bid to be the bank for big businesses November 28, 2024 5:49 am Sifted Revolut’s business banking arm is bidding to capture larger enterprise clients — and it’s making an ambitious push into products across hardware, credit and savings to get their attention. The UK fintech established its B2B banking unit in 2017 to provide …
  • Textile and garment industry gets GH¢300m DBG boost November 28, 2024 5:42 am Business and Financial Times By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has announced plans to invest at least GH¢ 100 million annually in the domestic textiles and garments industry over the next three years. DBG’s Chief Executive Officer, Kwamina Duker announced  the …
  • InvestHK Opens Cairo Office to Deepen Ties With MENA Region November 28, 2024 5:40 am Fintech Hong Kong Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Hong Kong News once a month in your Inbox InvestHK has opened a new office in Cairo, Egypt, aiming to attract businesses from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to Hong Kong. This initiative seeks to …
  • Hastings Financial Services & Provenir raise the bar on digital lending November 28, 2024 5:39 am FinTecBuzz Provenir, a global leader in AI-powered risk decisioning software, and Hastings Financial Services have been recognized for excellence in this year’s IBSi Global Fintech Innovation Awards. The companies’ collaboration was honored in the “Best Digital …
  • Balancing convenience and security: the dual mandate of modern mobile banking & fintech apps November 28, 2024 5:26 am YourStory In today’s fast-paced digital world, mobile banking and fintech apps have redefined convenience. With just a few taps, users can transfer money, invest in stocks, pay bills, and manage their finances—all from the comfort of their smartphones. Yet, with …
  • Digital assets create new “rails” for money movement November 28, 2024 5:19 am Asian Banking & Finances It complements existing banking infrastructure. Digital assets are transforming the banking landscape, especially for cross-border transactions, according to Ronit Ghose, Head of Future of Finance at Citi. Speaking at the Singapore FinTech Festival, Ghose …
  • Fed rate cuts may boost ASEAN fintech funding November 28, 2024 5:19 am Asian Banking & Finances Interest rate cuts and emerging tech are driving fintech growth. ASEAN’s fintech sector, experiencing a funding downturn over the past two years, may see renewed growth as federal rate cuts loom, according to Janet Young, Managing Director and Group Head, …
  • The gloom about the London market is overdone November 28, 2024 5:16 am The Financial Times Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. When a stock market is shrinking, delistings are demoralising. On Wednesday, Just Eat Takeaway said it would ditch its secondary …
  • Partior Closes Series B at US$80 Million with Deutsche Bank Investment November 28, 2024 4:55 am Fintech News Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Singapore News once a month in your Inbox Deutsche Bank has joined the extended Series B funding round for blockchain-based fintech firm Partior, bringing the total raised to US$80 million and marking the close of …
  • Singapore and China Collaborate on Digital Assets, AI, Green Finance Supervision November 28, 2024 4:55 am Fintech News Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Singapore News once a month in your Inbox The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Chinese National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) convened in Suzhou, China, to reaffirm their commitment to …
  • DBS and JFC Open Doors to Asian Markets for Japanese SMEs November 28, 2024 4:55 am Fintech News Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Singapore News once a month in your Inbox DBS and Japan Finance Corporation (JFC), a government-owned financial institution, have signed a MoU to help Japanese SMEs expand into Asia. This first-of-its-kind …
  • GCash Said to Weigh Record Philippine IPO of Up to $1.5 Billion November 28, 2024 4:18 am Yahoo Finance (Bloomberg) -- GCash, the biggest fintech platform in the Philippines, has invited banks to pitch for an initial public offering in Manila to potentially raise $1 billion to $1.5 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. Most Read from …
  • Startups Funding On Path To Recovery November 28, 2024 4:08 am Rediff Investors attribute the revival to the country's strong public markets, which are boosting confidence in initial public offering (IPO)-bound startups offering viable exit opportunities. After over three years of funding slump, the country's startup …
  • Paytm shares in focus after UBS hikes target price to Rs 1,000 November 28, 2024 4:01 am The Economic Times Paytm shares are in focus on Thursday after global brokerage UBS maintained a 'Neutral' stance on the fintech company, raising its target price to Rs 1,000 from Rs 490 previously. The brokerage notes that significant improvements have already been …
  • MARC HASENFUSS: The wheels are starting to turn November 28, 2024 3:31 am BusinessLIVE I don’t want to put a commentators’ curse on JSE activity, but it does seem as if the dealmaking cogs are whirring just a little more audibly of late. First, there’s the intriguing arrangement between life assurance juggernaut Sanlam and asset management …
  • SIMON BROWN: Innovate, innovate … and innovate some more November 28, 2024 3:31 am BusinessLIVE The problem is that it is hard to see true innovation in a business from the outside. Perusing annual reports and asking questions at the AGM can help but often yield only corporate speak. A better indication is when a company has innovated before. …
  • Turkish lawmaker raises questions on new banking license for fintech startup Colendi November 28, 2024 3:12 am Nordic Monitor Abdullah Bozkurt/Stockholm British national Ian Hannam, previously sanctioned in the UK for insider trading, drew attention and sharp criticism in Turkey following the government’s approval of a banking and financial operations license for a financial …
  • Hong Kong Students Interested in GBA Fintech Career November 28, 2024 3:04 am finews.asia Students in Hong Kong expressed interest in a fintech career in the city with links to the Greater Bay Area, according to a survey. The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is a major policy ambition envisioned by the Chinese government for an integrated 11-city cluster …
  • Monarchs commend investment summit on fintech expansion November 28, 2024 2:54 am Punch The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, and the Etsu Nupe of Nupe land, Dr Yahaya Abubakar, were among the dignitaries who attended the Giant Stride Investment Summit organised by Digital Space Capital in Lagos on Wednesday. The monarchs also commended the …
  • FCA Unveils Five-Year Plan To Enhance Financial Regulation November 28, 2024 2:38 am Economy Watch Please note that we are not authorised to provide any investment advice. The content on this page is for information purposes only. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has shared a five-year plan to improve how it handles financial regulations. The plan …
  • Blockchain Regulation Drives Business Utility While Stablecoins Surge This Week in Web3 November 28, 2024 2:34 am PYMNTS.com - Massachusetts Crypto’s reputation is undergoing a makeover as the sector matures. Driven by regulatory clarity, technological innovation, and a shift toward solving real-world problems — particularly in payments and financial services — the industry’s evolution is …
  • Inside Payment Gateways and Processors: Powering the Digital Economy November 28, 2024 2:30 am TechBullion Share Tweet Share Share Email Payment gateways and processors are essential for facilitating online transactions. They play a crucial role in ensuring that money moves securely and efficiently from customers to businesses. This article explores how these …
  • Hong Kong: AI, Blockchain and Green Finance Empowering Fintech  November 28, 2024 2:27 am OpenGov Asia Hong Kong’s commitment to fostering a robust fintech ecosystem continues to grow, supported by the HKSAR Government’s strategic initiatives and a regulatory framework designed to drive innovation while maintaining stability. This effort was underscored at …
  • Worth AI Founder Suneera Madhani Spotlights Obstacles for Women in Startups November 28, 2024 2:20 am Newsweek Fintech entrepreneur Suneera Madhani spoke at the Delegates Dining Room at the United Nations, saying, "My journey in female entrepreneurship...it's been lonely." It was a sobering admission from Madhani, who successfully exited her company …
  • Casio CRW001-1: US pricing of new digital ring watch revealed The Casio CRW001-1 has appeared on the brand’s US website, confirming the release month and unveiling the pricing of the smart ring. The wearable is now expected to shortly launch in at… November 28, 2024 1:33 am Notebook Check The US pricing and release month for the Casio ring watch has been announced. (Image source: Casio) The Casio CRW001-1 has appeared on the brand’s US website, confirming the release month and unveiling the pricing of the smart ring. The wearable is now …
  • Philips Hue releases app update with new feature and bug fixes Philips Hue is rolling out a new app update, version 5.31.0, which is now available for iOS and Android users. The change log for Apple devices suggests that there is new widget… November 28, 2024 1:33 am Notebook Check The Philips Hue app has been updated to version 5.31.0. (Image source: Philips Hue) Philips Hue is rolling out a new app update, version 5.31.0, which is now available for iOS and Android users. The change log for Apple devices suggests that there is new …
  • NAICOM approves name change for insurance company November 28, 2024 1:16 am Punch Specialist life insurance company, Capital Express Life Assurance Limited, has revealed that the insurance industry regulator, the National Insurance Commission, has approved its name change. This was disclosed by the Managing Director/Chief Executive …
  • Ullas Naik: The seed investor behind AppLovin’s $100 billion success November 28, 2024 1:14 am The American Bazaar Venture capitalist Ullas Naik’s early seed investments in AppLovin and DoorDash now represent a combined market cap of over $170 billion—a rare feat in venture capital. Last week, impact investor and partner at Menlo Ventures Venky Ganesan took to LinkedIn …
  • US and Europe Take a Break—Indian IT Swipes Right November 28, 2024 1:05 am India Herald India's leading IT services companies are recalibrating their strategies, shifting focus towards emerging markets such as Japan, the Middle East, australia, and Asia-Pacific. This strategic pivot comes as economic turbulence in their traditional …
  • Benefit partners with Tarabut for open banking integration November 28, 2024 12:58 am Gulf Daily News Online Benefit, a leading fintech and electronic financial transactions service provider, has partnered with Tarabut to launch Bahrain’s first innovation-led, centralised open banking authentication solution. The new technology allows consumers to access …
  • Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter - November 2024 # 4 November 28, 2024 12:58 am JD Supra To keep you informed of recent activities, below are several of the most significant federal and state events that have influenced the Consumer Financial Services industry over the past week: Federal Activities State Activities Federal Activities: On …
  • National Payments Vision: A Strategic Blueprint for the Future of UK Payments November 28, 2024 12:55 am JD Supra On November 14, 2024, the UK government unveiled its National Payments Vision (the Vision), a strategy designed to reshape the UK’s payments ecosystem. This Vision responds to the findings of the 2023 Future of Payments Review, which identified challenges …
  • CFPB Finalizes Open Banking Rule on Consumer Financial Data Rights November 28, 2024 12:55 am JD Supra Our Financial Services Group unpacks the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s final rule on consumer financial data rights under Section 1033 of the Dodd–Frank Act. The rule requires “data providers” to provide consumers and authorized third parties, …
  • Financial crimes to continue to squeeze bank profits November 28, 2024 12:45 am Asian Banking & Finances More sophisticated crooks and stricter rules are expected to increase compliance costs. The banking costs of complying with regulations against financial crimes in the Asia-Pacific region are expected to rise further, amidst increasing labour and …
  • Stellaris Venture launches its largest ever $300 million fund November 28, 2024 12:38 am Mint The new fund will continue backing early-stage tech startups in the seed and series A stages and will invest in 25-30 startups over the next three years. It usually participates as the lead investor in these rounds and supports companies with multiple …
  • Safaricom gets Green light for Ziidi Money Market fund November 28, 2024 12:30 am Techweez Safaricom has received approval from Kenya’s Capital Market Authority(CMA) to set up the zidii Money market fund. This financial investment is designed to enable Kenyans to save and invest while earning competitive returns. The fund, named ” Ziidi”, …
  • Trump team interviews former Commissioner Paul Atkins for SEC chair role November 27, 2024 11:53 pm CryptoSlate President-elect Donald Trump is considering Paul Atkins, a seasoned financial regulator and advocate for deregulation, as the next chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Bloomberg News reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. …
  • Atkins, Ex-SEC Commissioner, Could Succeed Gensler November 27, 2024 11:52 pm Think Advisor Digital Asset Defender Atkins served as a Republican SEC commissioner during the George W. Bush administration, after which he founded Patomak Global Partners, a consulting firm for major financial industry clients. He is a strong proponent of digital …
  • Ninth Islamic Finance Forum South Asia raises hope for better future November 27, 2024 11:45 pm Daily FT   By Janani Kandaramage The ninth Islamic Finance Forum South Asia (IFFSA) concluded this week in Colombo, with delegates and speakers from across the region, namely Pakistan, Malaysia, Maldives, Bangladesh, and South Africa.  Featuring CEOs of banks, …
  • Mint Explainer: Are more reforms needed for the Indian telecom sector? November 27, 2024 11:34 pm Mint India's telecom sector is a critical pillar of the country’s digital economy. It provides services to over 1.2 billion people and contributes significantly to the country's GDP. While several reform measures have been taken by the government to …
  • India Strengthens Fintech Regulations To Tackle Money Laundering & Terror Financing: Revenue Official At EAG Meet November 27, 2024 11:21 pm Free Press Journal Indore (Madhya Pradesh): India has taken stringent steps to regulate the fintech industry as per Financial Action Task Force's recommendations for tackling money laundering and terror financing, said Vivek Aggrawal, additional secretary, revenue …
  • UAE's First Regulated Lottery Launched with AED 100 Million Grand Prize November 27, 2024 11:18 pm Top News The UAE Lottery, the region’s first federally regulated lottery operation, has officially launched, offering participants a chance to win prizes of up to AED 100 million. Operated by The Game LLC and licensed by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory …
  • How Trump’s Victory Affects Major Sectors November 27, 2024 11:04 pm Good Times Santa Cruz - California Published in cooperation between Sheinthecle and Good Times Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. election will significantly impact key sectors through changes in economic policy, regulation and global trade. Here is an in-depth look at how major …
  • Equal secures $10M to battle India’s rising $14b digital fraud crisis November 27, 2024 11:03 pm Tech Wire Asia Equal raises $10M Series A to combat rising cyber fraud in India. The Hyderabad-based fintech integrates 50+ identity databases and serves 350+ customers. Hyderabad-based identity verification startup Equal has raised $10 million in Series A funding, …
  • Global Entrepreneurship Week in Baghdad: Igniting innovation and collaboration November 27, 2024 10:46 pm Iraqi News Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is celebrated annually as the world’s largest initiative to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and startups. This year, Baghdad was at the heart of this dynamic global event, with a series of …
  • 5 Easy Steps To Make Your Startup More Attractive To Investors November 27, 2024 10:11 pm Forbes Here are five actionable steps to make your startup more appealing to investors. getty Securing investor interest is critical for most startup projects aiming to scale fast. Investors seek a balance between innovation and scalability and execution …
  • Elon Musk wants to 'delete' the CFPB. Could he? November 27, 2024 10:07 pm American Banker - New York Elon Musk.Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg WASHINGTON — Elon Musk said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau should be eliminated, calling the bureau an example of "too many duplicative regulatory agencies."  The call comes after Marc Andreeson, …
  • Germany goes kaput: How Net Zero is killing Europe's most efficient industrial machine November 27, 2024 10:05 pm Daily Mail Earlier this year, an acquaintance was encouraged to purchase an electric vehicle (EV) as his company car. He chose a top-of-the-range BMW iX people-carrier with trimmings. All went well until the expensive, fully charged EV – loaded with family – stopped …
  • Travelstart Launches “Book Now, Pay Later” Option Just In Time For Black Friday November 27, 2024 10:00 pm South Africa Today Travelstart Launches “Book Now, Pay Later” Option Just In Time For Black Friday With many South Africans facing financial constraints, Book Now, Pay Later (BNPL) is an attractive alternative to traditional credit options, often accompanied with high- …
  • ID Tech Digest – November 27, 2024 November 27, 2024 9:57 pm Find Biometrics Welcome to ID Tech’s digest of identity industry news. Here’s what you need to know about the world of digital identity and biometrics today: Austria’s Engineering Costs Soar as Country Adapts to Latest EES Delay With the European Union’s biometric Entry- …
  • Synapse partner banks hit with lawsuit over fund mismanagement November 27, 2024 9:55 pm Banking Dive Synapse’s four partner banks have been sued over alleged mishandling of customer funds in the ongoing fallout since the fintech’s collapse.  American Bank, AMG National Trust, Lineage Bank and Evolve Bank & Trust were hit with a lawsuit seeking class …
  • Musk calls for 'deleting' Consumer Financial Protection Bureau November 27, 2024 9:54 pm Yahoo Finance Billionaire Elon Musk, a key adviser to the incoming Trump administration, called for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to be eliminated, setting his sights on a regulator that has often clashed with Silicon Valley investors as they’ve attempted to …
  • Auto Financing Platforms: The Digital Future of Car Loans and Leasing November 27, 2024 9:39 pm TechBullion Share Tweet Share Share Email The world of auto financing is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditional methods of securing car loans and leasing are being overtaken by digital platforms offering convenience, speed, and tailored experiences. This …
  • Tether Discontinues EURT Stablecoin, Here’s Why November 27, 2024 9:38 pm Coingape Tether, the biggest stablecoin provider, has declared that it will no longer provide support for its euro-backed stablecoin, EURT. The company, however, noted that it had stopped minting EURT in 2022 and that holders of the token should redeem it by …
  • Bermuda’s entrepreneurs celebrated at BEDC awards November 27, 2024 9:23 pm The Royal Gazette Alfred Butterfield, left, Justice Furbert, Nico Bean, Jache Adams, Kristin White, Tanisha Taylor, Jason Hayward, Carl Vincent, Kimwana Eve, Antonia & Lloyd Holder, Tahkeesha Welch (Photograph supplied) Bermuda’s entrepreneurial community has celebrated …
  • Roadmap to Success or Failure: FCA Announces Crypto Regulation Route November 27, 2024 9:15 pm The Fintech Times The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has unveiled a roadmap outlining key dates for the development of its ‘crypto regime’, as it aims to introduce a clear regulatory framework for the UK’s crypto industry. As of August 2024, around 12 per cent of UK …
  • Ukraine war latest: The Economist estimates 60,000-100,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in full-scale war November 27, 2024 9:04 pm The Kyiv Independent Key developments on Nov. 27: The Economist estimates 60,000-100,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in full-scale war Russia claims Ukraine's drones, missiles attacked Crimea, explosion reported near airfield Ukrainian soldiers repel attempted Russian attack …
  • Development Bank Ghana and AGI partner to revitalise Ghana’s textiles and garments industry November 27, 2024 8:29 pm Joy FM Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) as part of its mandate to accelerate the growth of key sectors of Ghana’s economy. The collaboration aims to strengthen the textiles …
  • Why Singapore Is A Growing Hub For Tech Startups November 27, 2024 8:27 pm Programming Insider Singapore has had an unusual revolution in its global rise as a technological center. This active city-state of about 6 million people has created an environment that is friendly to local technology entrepreneurs and attracts the likes of Google, Facebook, …
  • Recall: Belkin urges users to stop using BoostCharge power bank immediately A worldwide recall for a Belkin BoostCharge Pro portable power bank has been announced. The company said it had taken the action due to a fault which could make the accessory a… November 27, 2024 8:25 pm Notebook Check The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K is being recalled. (Image source: Belkin) A worldwide recall for a Belkin BoostCharge Pro portable power bank has been announced. The company said it had taken the action due …
  • Roubini Backs Popular Bond Bet to Hedge Trump-Fueled Price Shock November 27, 2024 8:24 pm Yahoo Finance (Bloomberg) -- Nouriel Roubini is preparing for a world in which yields on long-dated US bonds will edge higher as Donald Trump’s policy agenda — including his support for looser monetary policy and higher tariffs — risks eroding price stability. Most Read …
  • Google’s Black Founders Fund alumni have raised $379m, created 6,000 Jobs- report November 27, 2024 8:20 pm Technext Despite Africa’s growing recognition as a hub for innovation, Black entrepreneurs continue to face substantial barriers, with access to capital remains a key challenge. African startups raise less than 1% of global venture capital, and women-led and …
  • Fintech companies PayPal, Wise sign big leases in North Austin November 27, 2024 8:17 pm Bizjournals
  • ‘Financial sector resilience vital to support evolving economy’ November 27, 2024 8:13 pm Borneo Bulletin The resilience of Brunei Darussalam’s financial sector in addressing emerging risks is vital to support the nation’s evolving economy, Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy (Economy) Dato Seri Paduka Haji Khairuddin bin Haji Abdul Hamid said. As part of …
  • Tether discontinues support for euro-pegged stablecoin EURt November 27, 2024 8:11 pm Coin Telegraph Tether, the issuer of USDt (USDT) — the world’s largest stablecoin by market capitalization — is dropping support for its euro-pegged stablecoin, asking users to redeem holdings within one year. Tether has decided to discontinue support for its EURt (EURT) …
  • The most innovative tech startups from Romania and the Republic of Moldova were awarded at the first edition of the Romania Startup Awards Gala November 27, 2024 8:01 pm Romania Insider Veridion is the best startup in Romania and Fagura in the Republic of Moldova. Creatopy is the scaleup of the year Veridion, a startup that uses Artificial Intelligence to create databases with information about companies, was awarded Best Startup in …
  • Stablecoins Hit Record $190 Billion on X-Border Payment Optimism November 27, 2024 8:01 pm PYMNTS.com - Massachusetts Stablecoins have achieved a record market value amid optimism about their use in cross-border payments. The market capitalization for the digital, dollar-pegged currencies has jumped 46% this year to a record $190 billion, Bloomberg News reported Wednesday …
  • Trump 2.0 expected to open the ‘regulatory gates’ for chartering November 27, 2024 8:01 pm Banking Dive For fintechs and nonbanks, a second Trump term is poised to mean a friendlier climate toward chartering or acquiring banks, analysts said.  Michele Alt, co-founder and partner at financial services advisory and investment firm Klaros Group, said she …
  • Nokia and Du deliver successful transport network slicing trial November 27, 2024 7:58 pm Computer Weekly As part of a process designed to offer and operate a variety of network services that cater to different needs while remaining within the existing network infrastructure, United Arab Emirates (UAE) telecoms and digital services provider Du has successfully …
  • Fintech companies PayPal, Wise sign big leases in North Austin November 27, 2024 7:49 pm The Business Journals In the wake of the new deals, Domain Tower 2 is about 75% leased. PayPal now has nearly half of the building's rentable space. At the end of this report, check out a list of commercial building owners in the metro.
  • Newtek hopes to cap bank conversion with zero-fee checking account November 27, 2024 7:46 pm American Banker - New York NewtekOne CEO Barry Sloane is counting on a new business checking account to help transform the one-time BDC into a high-performing commercial bank. Adobe Stock Nearly two years after obtaining a banking charter, Newtek Bank is introducing a commercial …
  • Inside McKesson’s ‘gritty’ ad campaign November 27, 2024 7:44 pm Medical Marketing and Media Hey, it’s Mark. Drug distribution companies are perhaps the quintessential B2B sector. Their customers include hospitals and health systems, pharmacies and clinics, as well as life science organizations. However, when it comes to marketing wares like …
  • 6th round of India- Republic of Cyprus Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held in Nicosia November 27, 2024 7:35 pm New Delhi Times The 6th round of India- Republic of Cyprus Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) was held on 26 November 2024 in Nicosia. The Indian side was led by Arun Kumar Sahu, Additional Secretary (Central Europe), Ministry of External Affairs and  Thessalia Salina …
  • VCI Global Stock Triples After Conditional Award Of $24M Contract: Retail Chatter Shows Heightened Optimism November 27, 2024 7:22 pm Asianet Newsable The firm said that its subsidiary V-Gallant has been selected to supply cutting-edge AI hardware and software solutions, including an AI computing system featuring 640 units of NVIDIA H200 Tensor Core GPUs. First Published Nov 28, 2024, 12:29 AM IST | Last …
  • SquaredFinancial announces its Black Friday promotion November 27, 2024 7:02 pm Macau Business VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Industry-leading fintech firm, SquaredFinancial proudly launches its Black Friday Promotion, empowering investors to capitalize on their trading experience during this major shopping season. This …
  • Macau needs to make it easier for highly skilled professionals to move to the SAR – MBtv panel November 27, 2024 7:02 pm Macau Business Representatives from different chambers of commerce in Macau have underlined today the need for the city’s authorities to make it easier for skilled outside professionals to move and work in the city. This topic was explored during the latest edition of …
  • Provide venture capital, private equity to startups, SMEs November 27, 2024 6:52 pm Daily Star Bangladesh's future depends on creating a knowledge-driven economy, and new businesses require a supportive environment to succeed alongside funding, which can come in the form of venture capital and private equity, said speakers at a discussion …
  • Climate First Bank's Ken LaRoe is still bullish on climate tech November 27, 2024 6:51 pm American Banker - New York Ken LaRoe has been leading de novo banks and fintech startups since 2009 with a mission of financing carbon-friendly technology like solar power installations. Though the results of the recent presidential election worry him, he believes this work can go …
  • Fintechs Comment on FCA’s Crypto Roadmap November 27, 2024 6:50 pm Crowdfund Insider November 27, 2024 @ 10:56 am By JD Alois The UK initially expected to reveal new rules to manage the burgeoning stablecoin sector of digital assets this year. In recent days, the UK government revealed that stablecoin rules were being pushed back until …
  • Margarita Finance Raises $1 Million in Pre-Seed Funding, Targets Structured Finance Market November 27, 2024 6:50 pm Crowdfund Insider November 27, 2024 @ 11:22 am By JD Alois Margarita Finance has raised $1 million in pre-seed funding to target the structured finance market, according to a statement by the firm. The Zurich-based Fintech received the backing of Tomahawk VC, Outrun …
  • Gulf Bank receives two prestigious awards for digital transformation November 27, 2024 6:44 pm Kuwait Times KUWAIT: Gulf Bank’s Digital Transformation Program has been honored with two distinguished awards: “Best Digital Platform Implementation” and “Best Program Vision” at the 2024 IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards. The awards ceremony, held in Mumbai, …
  • Fintech founder buys late Wallaby Alan Cardy’s clifftop home for $18.6m November 27, 2024 6:44 pm Financial Review The co-founder of HR onboarding software Flare, Daniel Cohen, and his wife, Gina, have taken the keys to one of the most striking clifftop mansions at Sydney’s eastern beaches, which was also the home of late Wallabies winger and property developer Alan …
  • ® Azerconnect Group featured in TIME Magazine November 27, 2024 6:31 pm Azertag TIME, one of the world’s most-read magazines, highlighted Azerconnect Group’s activities in its recent article on Azerbaijan. The article titled “Azerconnect Group – Connecting Azerbaijan to the World” recognizes Azerconnect Group as a leading ICT company, …
  • Nihon plans 15 new cybersecurity jobs in Northern Ireland November 27, 2024 6:17 pm Silicon Republic The new roles will be created over the next three years in the areas of specialised incident management and security operations support. Japanese cybersecurity firm Nihon Cyber Defence (NCD) announced today (27 November) that it will create 15 new jobs at …
  • Jack Ma's digital empowerment: African innovation reads" November 27, 2024 6:16 pm NewsBytes Summarize Africa is experiencing a digital revolution, led by tech-savvy entrepreneurs and initiatives like the Jack Ma Foundation. They're empowering the youth with digital skills, boosting e-commerce, promoting financial inclusion through fintech, …
  • Over 70% of Filipinos think account security risks are increasing — GSMA November 27, 2024 6:11 pm Business World SOME 71.4% of Filipinos think risks involving account security are increasing, with financial fraud being among their top concerns, according to a survey by GSMA, a global group of mobile operators and organizations across the mobile ecosystem and related …
  • Fraud And Scam Complaints Hit Record High In Britain November 27, 2024 6:08 pm Forbes Authorized push payment fraud is the most common type of financial scam in Britain.getty Consumer complaints about fraud and scams soared to a record high last quarter as social media platforms face mounting calls to rein in online criminals. The Financial …
  • Marc Andreessen talks DOGE and Elon Musk: 'It's time to carve this government back in size and scope' November 27, 2024 6:08 pm Business Insider Marc Andreessen discussed Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency on Joe Rogan's podcast. He criticized the "raw administrative power" of independent federal agencies like the SEC, FTC, and CFPB. The investor highlighted Musk…
  • Why Profit Matters November 27, 2024 6:02 pm The Independent 1. Many of them are software and fintech companies – and some of them aren’t very old either! Fintech companies are often ones which have resolved various online problems with financial transactions. If you think about that, it makes a lot of sense. All …
  • Xiaomi reveals two new cheaper TV speakers with NFC pairing November 27, 2024 5:56 pm Notebook Check The Xiaomi TV Speaker 2.1 has been launched in China. (Image source: Xiaomi) The Xiaomi TV Speaker 2.0 and the Xiaomi TV Speaker 2.1 are now available in China. The new soundbars are relatively cheap and come with accessories like a remote and cable. …