No One Cares Who Manages Their Money
The article analyzes the emergence of Faster Payment Systems as a global trend changing the payment landscape and habits and predicts their perspective.
2024: The Year Africa Embraces its Economic Renaissance
Ahonsi Unuigbe, Chief Executive Officer of Petralon Energy and Chair of the Nigerian Exchange Group
Banking Watchdog Issues AI Warning As World Leaders Gather In Davos
Although the conference in Davos maintains a focus on the economy, AI is likely to play a big role in the discussions.
UK Fintech Sector Secured More Funding Than 28 European Nations Put Together in 2023
Riding on the success of the UK firm Rapyd which raised £235 million, the UK fintech sector continues to be a leader in fintech funding despite a decrease in the number of deals secured in 2023 by over 100.
UK Launches Europe's First Next-Gen Nuclear Fuel Production Plan To End Russian Fuel Dominance
The UK has launched a unique nuclear fuel production programme called the HALEU programme which powers nuclear reactors previously fueled by Russian fuel, fulfilling its COP28 promise of reducing Russian fuel dominance.
What Does The CBN Lifting The Ban On Crypto Mean To Every Day Nigerians?
Nigeria lifts the crypto ban, opening doors for financial inclusion with stricter regulations and potential for growth in 2024. Be cautious, educated and invest responsibly.
Consumer-Centric Blockchain Solutions: The Key to Mass Crypto Adoption?
In the last decade, blockchain — the technology layer of Web3 — has shown potential to transform industries beyond finance.
Refugees Are 'Left Destitute On Our Streets' After Receiving Status, Says Charity
Recent data exposes the new Home Office policies for increasing the number of homeless refugees in UK cities by more than 80 per cent.
GPT, Other AI Models Can't Decode SEC Filings, New Research Finds
If the large language models didn't refuse to answer, they would oftentimes hallucinate and come up with figures and facts that are not in the SEC filings.
Colossal Costs and Insatiable Influencers: How One Cake Maker Is Weathering the Storm With Swagger
Cake maker Reshmi Bennett spills the beans on her viral creations, her boisterous social media presence, and thriving in a tumultuous business environment.
Navigating a Positive Experience: The Blend of Money and the Internet
Let's go back a few decades. Do you remember what the world was like then? Music and films were recorded on cassette tapes or CDs; home computers were a luxury. Even the PS2 had just hit the gaming market, and by our current standards, its system features are hilarious, but in those good old days, they were imposing.
Bank of England's Financial Stability Report Highlights Resilience Amid Rising Interest Rates
The Bank of England recently released its Financial Stability Report, spotlighting the resilience of UK households and businesses in the face of escalating interest rates.
Tories Slammed For Brexit After Bank of England Says It Has 'Chilled' UK Economy
The financial impacts of Brexit have left UK business investment levels "chilled", according to the Deputy Governor of the Bank of England.
UK Government Announces Plans for Further NatWest Stake Sale, Invites Public to Invest
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt disclosed the UK government's intention to explore options for divesting its remaining 38.6 per cent stake in NatWest Group.
New AI and Data Science Conversion Courses Funding To Make the UK Workforce More Inclusive
Banking on the success of the first phase of funding for AI and Data Science Conversion courses, the UK government has further announced £17 million in funding this year to diversify and enhance the AI skills of the nation's workforce.
UK Global Investment Summit Draws Global CEOs and Innovators to Boost Economic Prospects
The summit, jointly hosted by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch, aims to position the UK as a leading global business destination and attract billions of pounds in strategic investments.
Bill Gates Says AI Will Change How People Interact With Computers
Bill Gates believes anyone who is online will be able to have an AI-powered personal assistant in the near future.
Robert De Niro Rages During Court Trial Over Dispute Against Personal Assistant
The Hollywood legend's former personal assistant, Graham Chase Robinson, accused De Niro of verbal abuse and harassment in a countersuit.
Elon Musk Wants To Bring Dating App-Like Features To X (Twitter)
Elon Musk has previously admitted that he wants X to compete with YouTube, LinkedIn, FaceTime as well as banking apps.
Bulgaria Must Double Down on Rule-of-Law Reforms Before Eurozone Entry
Influenced by Russian propaganda, Bulgaria's pro-Kremlin parties are amplifying anti-euro disinformation. However, the country's ongoing rule of law problems render it unfit for immediate euro adoption.
'It All Adds Up Campaign' Relaunched To Help UK Homes Battle Cost-of-living Crisis This Winter
Ahead of the general elections, the UK government is building on last winter's effect of 80 per cent of UK homes using at least one energy-saving tip from the 'It All Adds Up Campaign'.
Revolutionising Finance: The Latest Trends in Fintech Innovation
There is a list of fintech trends to watch out for, as the rapid pace of fintech innovation is transforming finance for both businesses and consumers.
Global Markets Stall As Oil Prices Pare Back Gains
Global stock markets stalled and oil prices flatlined Thursday, as a steady September inflation print renewed traders' concerns that interest rates will have to stay higher for longer to slow down price increases.
Best Banks in the UK 2023 - Personal Banking
Discover the best banks as rated by customers and experts
Metro Bank Reassures Investors After Its Share Price Plummets Amidst Shoring Up Their Finances
On Thursday, Metro Bank issued a statement to reassure investors after the short suspension of their shares due to volatility amidst suffering a hefty 25 per cent fall.
Study Shows British Youths and Women Prone To Digital Poverty
The Digital Poverty Alliance published a report that shows 18 to 34-year-old British youths and women are more prone to digital poverty than 35 to 55-year-old Brits and men, and improving digital skills could save 24,000 lives annually.
JP Morgan Chase Bank To Ban Crypto Payments From Next Month
The UK bank is bringing a ban on cryptocurrency purchases due to an "increase in fraud and scams related to crypto assets".
JPMorgan Agrees to Settle $75 Million Jeffrey Epstein Lawsuit With US Virgin Island
JPMorgan agreed to settle the case to avoid further litigation, although the bank initially denied the allegations in the US Virgin Islands' lawsuit.
KYC Can't Prevent Financial Crime In Crypto But It's Valuable for Enhancing User Safety
While KYC can't completely prevent financial crimes, it serves as a starting point for investigations and has proven useful in identifying wrongdoers.
Hard-To-Treat Cancers Get £2 Million AI Cancer Research Funding From the UK Government
A two-day event selected four cancer research teams from the leading UK researchers to speed up treatment in hard-to-treat cancers using cutting-edge technology like AI.