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Global: Fintech Growth Drives Surge in Risk and Compliance Hiring Amid Decline in Traditional Banking Roles
The UK labour market for risk and compliance professionals is experiencing a notable shift, with fintech companies compensating for a projected decline in ...
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Global: Greece Lays Foundation for Data4 Data Center, Solidifying Role as Regional Tech and AI Hub
Greece is advancing its ambitions to become a Mediterranean technology and artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse with the groundbreaking of a new data center ...
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Global: HSBC UK Launches into Point-of-Sale Financing with Flexipay
HSBC UK has officially entered the point-of-sale (POS) financing market, debuting its new offering, HSBC Flexipay, in partnership with energy provider Ovo. This ...
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Global: IOSCO Launches Roadmap to Bolster Retail Investor Online Safety
On 19 November 2024, the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) unveiled a comprehensive roadmap aimed at strengthening online safety for retail investors. ...
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Global: Access Bank UK Acquires Majority Stake in Mauritius’ Afrasia Bank
Access Holdings Plc has announced a significant milestone in its Pan-African expansion strategy. Its UK subsidiary, Access Bank UK, has entered into a ...
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World Business Outlook Awards 2024 Celebrates Business Excellence in Thailand
The prestigious World Business Outlook Awards 2024 unfolded in a glittering event at the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park in Thailand on 2nd ...
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Global: OCBC Launches Instant Pay-to-Wallet Cross-Border Remittance Service
OCBC Bank has introduced a new peer-to-peer pay-to-wallet service, enabling instant cross-border transfers to digital wallets, starting with Weixin Pay and Alipay—the two ...
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Global: UBS Trials Blockchain-Powered Payment System for Enhanced Cross-Border Transactions
UBS has successfully piloted a blockchain-based payment system, achieving seamless transactions with multinational clients and banks. The pilot included both domestic transfers within ...
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Global: BNZ Acquires Open Banking Fintech BlinkPay to Drive Innovation
BlinkPay, an open banking fintech established in 2015, connects with all major New Zealand banks to offer a suite of payment services. Now, ...
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Global: Visa Expands QR Code Payment Access Across Asia Pacific
Visa is set to broaden QR code payment options across Asia Pacific by connecting with key local QR payment providers: Lakala in Mainland ...
