Priya Jaiswal, a leading voice in finance and business strategy, joins us today to dissect a significant move in the banking sector: First HoldCo's divestment from its merchant banking arm. This strategic pivot, which transfers FBNQuest Merchant Bank to EverQuest Group, is more than just a
With the lines between technology and finance blurring faster than ever, the recent announcement of Enova’s acquisition of Grasshopper Bank marks a pivotal moment. This isn't just another deal; it's a strategic fusion of a high-tech lending engine with a federally-chartered digital bank, a move
In an increasingly digital global economy where recurring revenue models are paramount, businesses have long grappled with the costly and complex challenge of a fragmented payments landscape. European financial service provider Mollie has announced a definitive agreement to acquire the bank payment
With a career spanning over two decades at the confluence of banking, technology, and regulatory affairs, Priya Jaiswal has a unique vantage point on the digital transformation of finance. She has witnessed firsthand the shift from a culture where innovation was stifled by institutional inertia to
In a move that captured the attention of financial analysts and corporate borrowers, Deutsche Bank formally announced a significant adjustment to its U.S. lending strategy from its New York headquarters on December 10, 2025. The German banking giant declared it would lower its U.S. prime lending
The year 2025 has been a dizzying rollercoaster for Bitcoin investors, who witnessed the cryptocurrency surge to breathtaking new heights only to be pulled back down by severe, market-wide sell-offs, placing it at risk of its first annual price decline since 2022. This turbulent journey has
With a distinguished career in finance and banking, Priya Jaiswal is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology into traditional banking frameworks. As a key architect behind the new partnership between Fifth Third Bank and Brex, she is reshaping how businesses manage their finances.
In a landmark move that blurs the lines between Wall Street and the burgeoning world of decentralized finance, PNC Bank has officially announced a strategic alliance with Coinbase to offer Bitcoin trading directly to its clients. This initiative marks one of the most significant endorsements of
German stock exchange operator Deutsche Börse Group has initiated a significant move that could reshape the European wealthtech landscape, confirming it is now in exclusive discussions to acquire the B2B platform Allfunds. The non-binding offer proposes a price of €8.80 per share, placing the total
The global banking industry is currently navigating a profound and perilous paradox where an overwhelming majority of financial executives recognize that modern technology is the key to their future survival, yet a staggering number remain paralyzed by the immense risks associated with overhauling
