Natalie Poirain

Natalie Poirain

Financial Systems Analyst
Natalie Poirain is a Financial Services expert specializing in banking and finance. With extensive knowledge of the sector, she provides deep insight into investment, corporate, and banking regulations, and fintech. With a keen focus on market trends, Natalie enables both businesses and individuals to make well-informed decisions.
How Can Non-Residents Open Bank Accounts in the UAE?
Trends & Future How Can Non-Residents Open Bank Accounts in the UAE?

The UAE offers a dynamic financial ecosystem that attracts global investors due to its superior banking services, stable economy, and strategic positioning in the Middle East. Navigating the complexities involved in opening a bank account in the UAE as a non-resident requires a thorough

Revolutionizing Finance: BaaS Drives Transparency and New Revenue Streams
Trends & Future Revolutionizing Finance: BaaS Drives Transparency and New Revenue Streams

The financial industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rise of Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) platforms that are enhancing transparency and creating new revenue streams for traditional banks. In a landscape where fintech and digital banks are gaining traction, technologically

Are Asia Asset Managers Ready for Geopolitical Challenges in 2025?
Capital, Risk & Assets Are Asia Asset Managers Ready for Geopolitical Challenges in 2025?

The landscape for Asia-focused asset managers in 2025 is fraught with complexities and uncertainties. As the world navigates through evolving geopolitical dynamics, stringent regulatory expectations, and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, asset managers must remain vigilant and adaptable. This

Future of SAVE Plan for Student Loan Relief in Jeopardy
Capital, Risk & Assets Future of SAVE Plan for Student Loan Relief in Jeopardy

The Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan, designed to alleviate the financial burden of student loans by reducing monthly payments and leading to quicker loan forgiveness, faces an uncertain future amidst brewing legal challenges and a shift in the presidential administration. With eight

SEC Fines Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch, and LPL for Compliance Failures
Capital, Risk & Assets SEC Fines Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch, and LPL for Compliance Failures

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently imposed hefty fines on prominent financial institutions Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch, and LPL Financial for a series of compliance failures. These penalties arose from inadequate implementation of written policies and anti-money laundering (AML)

How Are Online Bookmakers Shaping the Future of Fintech?
Digital & Technology How Are Online Bookmakers Shaping the Future of Fintech?

Online bookmakers have become a driving force in the fintech industry, pushing the boundaries of innovation and setting new standards. Their influence spans across various domains, from payment systems to cybersecurity, and their impact is profound and far-reaching. Seamless Payment Systems

How Do Mortgages Extending Past Retirement Affect Financial Planning?
Capital, Risk & Assets How Do Mortgages Extending Past Retirement Affect Financial Planning?

The financial landscape of mortgages extending into the retirement years has become a subject of growing concern, particularly for those in their thirties and forties. Recent research by Steve Webb of LCP has highlighted that 40% of new mortgages taken out in the second quarter of 2024 are

Financial Planning: Key to Reducing Stress and Achieving Life Goals
Capital, Risk & Assets Financial Planning: Key to Reducing Stress and Achieving Life Goals

In a world where financial stability is closely tied to our quality of life, the importance of financial planning cannot be overstated. From career choices and starting a family to retiring comfortably and funding a child's education, financial planning prepares us for life's significant

House Probes Sterling Bank for Money Laundering and Financial Irregularities
Regulatory & Compliance House Probes Sterling Bank for Money Laundering and Financial Irregularities

The House of Representatives Committee has launched an extensive investigation into Sterling Bank following allegations of money laundering, unauthorized deductions, and other financial irregularities. The probe, which also implicates the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Shell Petroleum, was

Is Bank of America's Preferred Rewards Program Worth Joining?
Banking Is Bank of America's Preferred Rewards Program Worth Joining?

The Bank of America Preferred Rewards program is designed to reward customers for consolidating their financial assets with the bank. By integrating checking, savings, investment, and retirement accounts under Bank of America and Merrill, customers can unlock a range of benefits that enhance their

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