In a bold move that has drawn significant attention from both the financial world and governmental authorities, UniCredit recently increased its stake in Commerzbank to 28%, stirring controversy with the German government. This strategic decision by the Italian banking giant places UniCredit at the
Rep. French Hill (R-AR) has been chosen as the next chair of the House Financial Services Committee, a prominent position entrusted with overseeing major federal financial entities including the Department of the Treasury and the Federal Reserve. Hill's appointment follows the retirement of
The Global Online Safety Regulators Network (GOSRN) has unveiled an extensive and carefully crafted strategic plan for 2025-2027, marking an important milestone in international collaboration in the realm of online safety regulation. This plan, unveiled during a prominent panel discussion at the
In a bold move to address the growing concerns over Google's monopolistic practices, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has put forward several stringent recommendations aimed at breaking up the tech giant's dominant position in the search engine market. These proposals, outlined in a
The persistence of financial crime enforcement by U.S. banking regulators continues to be a significant aspect of the financial landscape. Regardless of political shifts, particularly during the Trump administration's period of deregulation, the commitment to combating financial crimes such as
In a nation grappling with the complexities of cannabis legalization, the Secure And Fair Enforcement (SAFER) Banking Act represents a crucial step forward. This legislation addresses a persistent challenge facing cannabis businesses: access to banking services. Currently, the federal illegality of
