General Catalyst, a prominent venture firm, has made a strategic move by absorbing 20 ex-staff members from First Republic Bank, a casualty of the 2023 regional banking crisis, to launch a new wealth-management business. The new firm, named GC Wealth, is led by Dave Breslin, who previously headed
In a major strategic move, Santander has named Christiana Riley as the new chief executive of its U.S. bank, a significant appointment announced by Executive Chair Ana Botin via LinkedIn. Riley's appointment comes as part of a broader restructuring effort at Santander, which includes the
The 23rd "Vision Bank - Vision Financial Center Switzerland" forum, organized by "Finanz und Wirtschaft" (FuW), brought together the CEOs of three systemically important Swiss banks to discuss the evolution of banking models and the impact of various factors on the financial
Recent changes at Citi have sparked significant discussion within the financial sector, primarily due to the departure of Ida Liu, the global head of Citi’s private bank. This organizational shift has led to the elimination of Liu's role and the restructuring of private banking leadership a
The private banking sector in Singapore, long esteemed for its exclusive, personalized services, is now encountering a fresh wave of competition from fintech firms. These newcomers are leveraging advanced technology to offer innovative and cost-effective alternatives tailored to wealthy clients.
Thailand’s wealth management sector is undergoing a profound transformation driven by economic growth, improved infrastructure, and a booming tourism industry. These factors have led to a significant rise in affluent and high-net-worth individuals, who demand more personalized investment solutions a
