Eva Lefebvrain

For the first time in four years, the Federal Reserve is poised to cut interest rates, marking a significant departure from a historically long period of rate hikes. This anticipated reduction, set to bring the benchmark rate down from 5.25-5.5%, comes against a backdrop of growing concerns about

Wells Fargo and Mastercard, two giants in the financial industry, find themselves navigating different yet critical challenges. Wells Fargo is currently grappling with regulatory compliance issues that have plagued the bank for years, while Mastercard is taking proactive steps to enhance its

The financial and technology sectors are witnessing significant developments. Dutch neobank Bunq is embarking on a substantial hiring spree, and Mastercard has strategically acquired cybersecurity firm Recorded Future. These moves highlight the evolving landscapes of digital banking and

In a significant push towards supporting innovation, the Iranian banking system has seen a substantial increase in loans extended to knowledge-based firms. Over the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year, which spans from March 20 to July 21, banks provided 927 trillion rials

Fifth Third Bank’s embedded payments platform, Newline, and Trustly, a global leader in Open Banking Payment solutions, have joined forces to revolutionize the money movement landscape. This strategic collaboration aims to offer a more efficient and secure payment process by leveraging their c

The Ukrainian Processing Center (UPC) has announced the launch of Ukraine’s first Open Banking platform, a significant milestone aimed at revolutionizing the nation’s financial sector. This platform is designed to integrate banks and Payment Service Providers (PSPs) within a unified technological en

The article, "We Value Your Privacy," elaborates on how a website and its extensive network of 1,443 partners utilize cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience. The central focus is on data collection and user consent, highlighting the use of personal data such as

The Singapore FinTech sector, once a thriving hub of innovation and investment, experienced a stark downturn in Q2 2024. This decline in funding and deal activity serves as a reflection of broader market uncertainties and changing investor strategies aimed at mitigating risks in a volatile economic

The financial industry is at the cusp of a significant transformation, driven by Generative AI (GenAI), which is rapidly becoming a crucial tool in the fight against modern financial frauds and crimes. The article by Ellen Roberson delves into the innovative applications of GenAI, highlighting

Examining the possible election of Kamala Harris as President of the United States brings forward a range of financial concerns, particularly for high earners. In this article, we delve into seven primary areas: tax increases, changes to tax credits, housing market concerns, impacts on investment