The UK government’s new pilot scheme marks a decisive shift in the intersection of finance and social policy. For the first time, people without fixed addresses, including those experiencing homelessness, will be
Japan’s digital asset market is entering a defining phase. As the value of crypto holdings climbs past ¥5 trillion (US $33 billion), optimism among retail investors and fintech firms has surged, driven
Fintech innovation is reshaping how individuals prepare for retirement, expanding access to private markets that were once reserved for institutional investors. As digital wealth platforms evolve, the traditional model, built around public
Brazil’s central bank has introduced a sweeping set of regulatory reforms aimed at strengthening oversight of fintechs and tightening safeguards against financial crime. The move marks one of the most significant overhauls
The United States’ journey towards open banking has hit a critical pause after a federal injunction temporarily halted the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) long-awaited rule on consumer data access. Designed to
A landmark collaboration between global fintech platform Afriex and Visa is reshaping the future of cross-border payments, introducing a new era of real-time financial connectivity. By integrating Visa Direct through its banking
Europe’s evolving stance on digital assets is taking a sharper turn as France proposes to classify cryptocurrencies as “unproductive wealth,” placing them under wealth tax frameworks traditionally reserved for luxury assets. This
Africa’s fintech revolution has entered a new phase as Nigerian-born Moniepoint secured an additional $90 million in funding, extending its latest investment round to $200 million. Backed by Visa, Alphabet’s Google Africa
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a sharp warning to banks and payment providers, demanding tighter safeguards to combat the rising tide of romance fraud. Following a comprehensive review of
In the fast-evolving world of corporate finance, merchant banks are becoming increasingly crucial. Unlike traditional retail banks, which cater to the general public, merchant banks specialise in offering high-end financial services tailored
