Franklin Manchester Principal Global Insurance Strategic Advisor at SAS
In my last column, I wrote about the year so far in insurance, and how climate-related disasters and public policy have put the industry on a path toward crisis much faster than even dire predictions had forecast. But all is not lost yet. Insurers have an opportunity to position the industry for a brighter future – from finding real value in AI t...
4 hours /ai
Stanley Epstein Associate at Citadel Advantage Group
1. Introduction: What is a CBDC? A Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) is a digital currency issued directly by a country's central bank, such as the Federal Reserve in the United States or the European Central Bank. Unlike physical cash, which is anonymous, or commercial bank deposits, which are liabilities of private banks, a CBDC would be a di...
4 hours /payments /regulation
Vishal Rodage Consulting Director at Tata Consultancy Services
Introduction Quick, accurate and data-driven decision making is key in the ever-changing world of investment management. One of the crucial aspects of investment decision making process is analysis of funds where investment is being made, most often relying on the analysis of the fund factsheets and financial reports. This involves analyst reading...
4 hours /ai /wealth Artificial Intelligence
Wayne Slavin CEO / Founder at Sure
Last week at ITC 2025 in Las Vegas, something fundamental became clear: the pendulum is swinging in favor of digital insurance infrastructure, and the market knows it. The quality of conversations this year was noticeably different. What struck me most wasn't just the substance of individual meetings, but their composition. At previous ITCs, we spe...
5 hours
Muhammad Qasim Senior Software Developer at PSPC
The cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve rapidly, presenting significant opportunities for businesses to enter the digital asset trading space. Developing a robust cryptocurrency exchange platform is a strategic move that can position your company at the forefront of this financial revolution. Understanding Cryptocurrency Exchange Software C...
6 hours /inclusion /crypto Cryptocurrency Insights
Ben Goldin Founder and CEO at Plumery
A systematic approach to managing digital products barely exists in traditional banking despite years of digital transformation programmes. Why is this important? Without a mindset shift in product management, banks will continue to remain behind modern digital-first companies in functionality and customer experience (CX). For most incumbents, ...
8 hours
Mandy Lamb Visa Europe’s Head of Value-Added Services at Visa
This October marks a pivotal moment for Europe's financial system, with the latest deadline in the EU's Instant Payments Regulation requiring all banks in the eurozone to send instant payments in addition to just receiving them. It's a technical milestone with transformative potential. Consumers and businesses will be able to move money across th
9 hours /payments
Sanju Biswas Marketing Head at Abhiloans
Financial independence is a goal many aspire to achieve, but the idea of retiring early often seems out of reach. That’s where the Lean FIRE movement comes in a minimalist approach to Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE). It focuses on achieving financial freedom by living frugally and optimizing savings, rather than amassing a massive reti...
9 hours
Mete Feridun Chair at EMU Centre for Financial Regulation and Risk
The recent crypto market collapse, which wiped out more than $150 billion in value within days, was not merely another episode of volatility in a speculative asset class. It was a revealing stress test of the systemic fragilities that continue to define digital finance. For academics, regulators, and market participants alike, the crash provided ...
12 hours /regulation /crypto Cryptocurrency Insights
John Reese Business Analyst | Platform Growth Expert at Hashcodex
Did you hear the news? The Bitcoin price is falling. Yes, that is true. So what will happen next? Will the market keep moving up and down? Many spot traders may start trading futures. Why? Because futures let you make money when the market moves a lot. Now, think as an entrepreneur. Why not use this chance? You may ask, "What is special about...
13 hours /crypto /markets Cryptocurrency Insights
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