889 Results from /markets
Prakash Bhudia HOD – Product & Growth at Deriv
As financial markets navigate uncertainty in 2025, investors are once again debating the ultimate safe-haven asset: gold or Bitcoin? Recent price movements have only fueled the discussion. While Bitcoin has hovered around $81,000 after a slight 2.6% pullback, gold has surged past $2,917, reflecting a classic flight to stability amid economic conce...
13 March 2025 /markets
Alex Kreger Founder and CEO at UXDA Financial UX Design
When banks merge, the focus is often on cost savings and market expansion. But bigger doesn’t always mean better, especially in the digital world. Today’s customers demand speed, personalization and seamless interfaces. Merging two complex organizations with different digital products can only increase friction for clients. With 55% of users ready...
12 March 2025 /retail /markets Innovation in Financial Services
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 Trends in Financial Services
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 Trends in Financial Services
Jamel Derdour CMO at Transact365 - www.transact365.io
Sporting events, whether local, national, or global, present significant opportunities for merchants to capitalise on increased consumer spending. Fans flock to online stores, creating a surge in transactions. To maximise revenue and ensure seamless customer experiences, merchants must prepare their payment systems effectively. Here’s how business...
10 March 2025 /payments /markets Innovation in Financial Services
John Bertrand MD at Tec 8 Limited
The cross-border payments are one of the fastest growing transactions in the world. In 2017 the value moved was $150 trillion and by 2027 is expected to reach $250 trillion. This growth in volume is accompanied by a dramatic shortening of payment delivery from at least 24 hours to instant. International Payments are starting to move off the 19th C...
09 March 2025 /payments /markets Banking Strategy, Digital and Transformation
Financial markets are experiencing an unusual divergence as gold prices remain stagnant despite a sharp decline in the US dollar. Typically, gold and the dollar share an inverse relationship, making this market behavior particularly puzzling. With President Trump’s aggressive new tariffs escalating global trade tensions, investors are left grappli...
07 March 2025 /markets
Kate Leaman Chief Analyst at AvaTrade
The world of trading is an immensely complex place, with investors deploying a range of different strategies to try and maximise their profits. In this digital age, technology has only furthered the intricacies of trading – for instance, the plethora of online platforms available makes it easier than ever for individuals to start trading. Given th...
06 March 2025 /ai /markets
The rapid growth of digital payments in Brazil is attributed to various factors, including the rise of e-commerce, widespread smartphone usage, and the demand for cashless, seamless transactions. Businesses and consumers alike are embracing digital wallets, mobile banking apps, and contactless payments, highlighting the convenience and security of...
04 March 2025 /payments /markets Payments strategies 2015-2020-2030
Shailendra Prajapati Associate AI Engineer at Compunnel Inc.
Introduction: Resilience in a Challenging Economy Despite global economic headwinds and domestic market uncertainties, Indian startups continue to secure investments by demonstrating strong fundamentals and innovative business models. Recent data from YourStory indicates that even though overall venture capital activity has slowed, targeted invest...
03 March 2025 /inclusion /markets Artificial Intelligence
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