Economics, Policy & Regulation
New Fed Chair Warsh Eyes Changes
When the New Fed Chair opens his first Federal Open Market Committee meeting on June 16–17, markets will watch for subtle policy shifts ahead.
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Features
Private Credit: A Hot Market Reaches a Crossroads
Two recent corporate defaults have aggravated market anxiety about private-credit funds’ scrutiny of borrowers’ risks, prompting calls for tighter oversight...
Features
SpaceX IPO and ‘Elon Premium’ Test the Limits of Market Logic
SpaceX is poised to be the king of mega-IPOs, leading an upcoming wave of listings fueled by the boom in...
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From Egypt to Africa: How CIB is Empowering SMEs and Transforming Trade Ecosystems
As Egypt strengthens its position as a regional trade hub, CIB is helping SMEs embrace new cross-border opportunities through tailored financing, digital trade tools, and on-the-ground banking support designed to reduce friction and unlock growth across Africa.
Features
Lithuania: Punching Above Its Weight
Between 1240 and 1795, the Grand Duchy of Lithuania was one of Eastern Europe’s largest states, encompassing parts of modern-day...
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AI’s Elusive Returns
Sooner or later, the inevitable question about artificial intelligence will arise: Is the investment boom sweeping the corporate world a...
Awards
AI Drives 2026 Innovator Awards
Annual industry benchmarks offer a clear view into evolving corporate strategies. The Global Finance Innovator Awards 2026—spanning banks and fintechs—confirm that artificial intelligence...
Awards
Innovators 2026: AI Drives Finance Re-Architecture
This year’s top innovators are embedding intelligent systems at the core of banking operations.
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Techcombank Doubles Down on AI and Talent to Drive Vietnam’s New Growth Phase
As Vietnam’s economy evolves towards a more digital, affluent and capital intensive future, Techcombank is investing heavily in AI, data and talent to expand beyond traditional banking. CEO Dr Jens Lottner explains how the bank is positioning itself at the centre of this next phase of growth – across wealth management, infrastructure financing and capital markets.
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Innovators 2026: Most Innovative Banks—Global Winners
BBVA, DBS, and BNY are reimagining how technology, data, AI, and digital assets can transform every aspect of financial services.
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Innovators 2026: Most Innovative Fintech Companies
DeltaBlock, Embat, and Hawkish Capital are using AI, APIs, and blockchain to eliminate financial inefficiencies worldwide.
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Innovators 2026: Best Financial Innovations
How Intuit, J.P. Morgan, and SAB delivered 2026's most consequential financial innovations.
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The Innovators 2026: Africa
From AI banking assistants to blockchain payments, this year’s regional innovation winners highlight the technologies reshaping global finance.
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Decoding Africa’s Payments Landscape: AI, Regulation and Trade Innovation
Leveraging modular solutions, AI-driven security, and innovative Payment rails to drive growth and resilience across the continent, African markets are setting the stage for a secure, intelligent, and interoperable financial future. Thabo Makoko, Head of Transaction Banking at Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB), shares insights on how the region’s Payments ecosystem is rapidly evolving.
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The Innovators 2026: Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific banks are pairing AI innovation with stronger fraud controls and tokenized finance.