Bayer to shift focus away from Europe – Industry roundup: 17 January
by Graham Buck
American firms turn to convertible bonds; Thailand to allow virtual banks; Standard Chartered upbeat on India; US creates digital assets body
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EUROC, a euro coin, debuts in Latin America– Industry roundup: 16 January
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
Fintech Salmon introduces a loan product offering for the Philippines' unbanked
JPMorgan Chase sues start-up fintech Frank for fraud – Industry roundup: 13 January
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
The UK government examines digital pound, aiming to become a “crypto hub”
World’s central banks go for gold – Industry roundup: 12 January
by Graham Buck
Global shipping costs ease; Olam announces plan for dual listing; European retailers accused of exploitation; Plug pulled on Sun Cable project
The World Bank significantly lowers its growth forecast for 2023, warning that a global recession is imminent – Industry roundup: 11 January
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
Visa and Mastercard attempt to participate in India’s UPI payment scheme
Dubai outlines growth ambitions for next 10 years – Industry roundup: 10 January
by Graham Buck
France regulator issues 2023 action plan; Japan's PM on working with central bank; WEF questions blockchain; BBVA expands via Central America partner
Santander expands its presence – Industry roundup: 9 January
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
US-based fintech, NorthOne, launches RTP & Venture capital funding in the US slows from its record high.
Using AI and machine learning tools to maximize the value of data – Industry roundup: 6 January
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
Santander and Global Payments collaborate to offer commercial cards for US-based clients.
New year begins with major green bond offerings – Industry roundup: 5 January
by Graham Buck
Air France-KLM opts for ESG bonds; Bike producer backpedals from China; TCH taps SWIFT for its new chief; Denmark's cashless banks deter criminals
World Bank pursues additional capital to combat global crises – Industry roundup: 4 January
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
J.P. Morgan Asset Management and Trovata collaborate, Visa welcomes start-ups in the APAC region, Binance nearing completion of its acquisition.
Five contenders to displace China as supply chains hub – Industry roundup: 3 January
by Graham Buck
Seven trends impacting on farmers' finances; Egypt eases import restrictions; Russia "name and shame" list; Turkey completes first CBDC test
Insurers withdraw war risk cover for Russia and Ukraine business – Industry roundup: 29-30 December
by Graham Buck
Hong Kong relents on Covid-19; Carmakers lessen dependence on China; Europe's quantitative tightening underway; Little demand for digital yuan
Croatia prepares to join the eurozone – Industry roundup: 27-28 December
by Graham Buck
CEBR expects global recession; HSBC files crypto trademark applications; Japan inflation of 3.7% a 41-year high; Further Europe rate hikes likely
Europe intends to implement digital euro regulation in 2023 – Industry roundup: 23 December
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
& Cloud-based business solutions become potential targets for threat actors, per Acronis 2022 report.
Spain pushes ahead with bank windfall tax – Industry roundup: 22 December
by Graham Buck
US corporates adjust FX risk management; Thai workers sue UK grocer Tesco; RBI chief warns on crypto... while Russia softens its stance
JP Morgan plans to invest US $800 million in Greek-based fintech, Viva Wallet – Industry roundup: 21 December
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
Bank of Japan surprises global markets by shifting its yield curve control policy.
European corporates move nearer four-day working week – Industry roundup: 20 December
by Graham Buck
HSBC ends funding for gas and oil; Hong Kong launches crypto ETFs; Kazakhstan presses ahead with CBDC; US small businesses sign alliance
JP Morgan invests in ISG to help boost digital payments – Industry roundup: 19 December
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
& Mastercard collaborates with DFC to advance digital automation.
New R.T.P. system to debut in UAE – Industry roundup: 16 December
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
& New York financial regulation authority publishes crypto guidance for financial institutions.
European Union agrees carbon border tax – Industry roundup: 15 December
by Graham Buck
Competition in UK’s FX market; Brazil plans 2024 launch of CBDC; European central banks announce rate hikes; Argos Blockchain struggles for cash
US Fed intends to slow rate hikes as inflation begins to decline – Industry roundup: 14 December
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
& Thoma Bravo to purchase and privatize Coupa Software for US $8 billion.
IEA calls for Europe gas action plan next winter – Industry roundup: 13 December
by Graham Buck
Australia acts on climate change; ESMA proposals pose challenge; Deutsche Bank to re-join LBMA; Fines on FTSE100 firms quadruple
Citi uses artificial intelligence to tighten controls on digital payments – Industry update: 12 December
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
& Citi predicts the slowest annual global economic growth in 40 years.
Santander UK fined £107.8 million for shortcomings in its AML systems – Industry update: 9 December
by Monica Zangerle , Writer, CTMfile
& Deutsche Bank and NVIDIA collaborate to integrate artificial intelligence into financial services.