In a financial landscape where traditional banks have long dominated with disappointingly low returns for retail depositors, the recently passed GENIUS Act emerges as a potential disruptor that could redefine the rules of engagement. Enacted in July, this legislation targets the burgeoning
The Federal Reserve's ongoing effort to shrink its massive balance sheet through quantitative tightening (QT) has reached a critical juncture, with money market volatility raising alarms across Wall Street. With repo borrowing costs climbing and unexpected reliance on the Fed's emergency
In a transformative move for Ethiopia's financial sector, Wegagen Capital Investment Bank (WCIB), the nation's first licensed private investment bank, has embarked on a bold journey to redefine the capital market with innovative offerings. This strategic expansion into wealth and portfolio
In the fast-paced arena of global finance, Korean investment banking (IB) finds itself at a critical juncture, where the nation’s industrial titans in sectors like semiconductors and shipbuilding have long outpaced the financial sector’s international reach, despite Korea’s reputation for
In a world where financial inclusion remains a pressing challenge for millions, a groundbreaking development has emerged from the fintech sector, promising to reshape access to Shariah-compliant banking with innovative solutions. Fasset, a global financial superapp, has recently achieved a historic
The artificial intelligence (AI) sector is witnessing an extraordinary influx of capital, with trillions of dollars pouring into startups, infrastructure, and innovation hubs across the globe, particularly in the United States. This staggering investment wave, often compared to historic market
