In a move that signals a significant shift in the landscape of digital finance, iFAST Global Bank, the rapidly expanding UK-licensed digital bank, has entered into a strategic partnership with Ozone API, the global leader in standards-based Open Banking technology. This collaboration is designed to ensure that iFAST Global Bank not only maintains seamless compliance with the Second Payment Services Directive (PSD2) but also secures a competitive edge by migrating to the latest UK Open Banking Standard, version 4.0....
Modernizing the Financial Core: How the DXC Technology and MuleSoft Partnership is Redefining Digital Banking Experiences
by Asro
written by Asro
The global financial services landscape is currently undergoing a structural shift driven by a fundamental change in consumer behavior and the rapid acceleration of digital adoption. As the boundary between traditional banking and daily digital life continues to blur, financial institutions are facing unprecedented pressure to modernize legacy infrastructures that have served as their backbone for decades....
Bridging the Financial Divide How Open Banking is Transforming Access to Credit and Services Across UK Income Groups
by Siti Muinah
written by Siti Muinah
The landscape of personal finance in the United Kingdom is undergoing a seismic shift as traditional methods of assessing creditworthiness and financial health are being challenged by the rise of Open Banking. Historically, access to competitive financial products has been dictated by rigid income classifications and historical credit scores, often leaving those in lower income brackets at a distinct disadvantage....
Glass Lewis Launches New Climate Strategy Assessment Solution for Investors
written by Raul Delapena Setiawan
The Strategic Launch of Climate Intelligence
The introduction of Climate Intelligence comes at a critical juncture for the global financial sector. While carbon emissions data has become increasingly available over the last decade, institutional investors have frequently voiced concerns regarding the "backward-looking" nature of such metrics....
The Legacy of Greg Krupa A Life Dedicated to Social Innovation and Healthcare Access Across Latin America
by Suro Senen
written by Suro Senen
The social enterprise and impact investing sectors are mourning the loss of Greg Krupa, a visionary entrepreneur whose work redefined the delivery of essential healthcare services to underserved populations throughout Latin America. Known for his relentless energy and a "get things done" philosophy, Krupa’s career spanned nearly two decades, during which he founded two transformative organizations—the Range of Motion Project (ROMP) and Novulis—and served as a strategic advisor to numerous impact funds....
India’s Two-Wheeled Revolution: How Electric Bikes and Rickshaws are Redefining the Global Energy Transition
by Muslim
written by Muslim
While the Western world envisions a green transition dominated by sleek four-wheeled electric sedans and SUVs, the most significant shift in sustainable mobility is occurring on two and three wheels across the Indian subcontinent. In a landscape where narrow urban corridors and high population density dictate the flow of traffic, India is charting a unique course toward decarbonization that bypasses the traditional fossil-fuel-heavy development path taken by Western nations and China....
EToro Acquires Zengo to Deepen Self-Custodial Crypto Capabilities and Bridge Traditional Finance with On-Chain Infrastructure
by Dwi Wanna
written by Dwi Wanna
In a significant move poised to reshape the digital asset landscape, eToro, the prominent social trading and investment network, has announced its acquisition of Zengo, an innovative self-custodial crypto wallet provider. While the financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed, the strategic intent is clear: eToro aims to substantially enhance its digital asset offerings, integrate advanced on-chain infrastructure, and further solidify its position at the nexus of traditional finance and the rapidly evolving decentralized economy....
Deutsche Bank and Mastercard Forge Strategic Alliance at MPE 2026 to Simplify Merchant Payments Amidst Evolving Digital Landscape
by Reynand Wu
written by Reynand Wu
At the prestigious MPE 2026 (Merchant Payments Ecosystem) conference, a pivotal discussion unfolded, highlighting the collaborative efforts of two financial titans, Deutsche Bank and Mastercard, in addressing the burgeoning complexities faced by merchants in the global payments landscape. Corina Metternich, representing Deutsche Bank, and Katharina Luschnik from Mastercard, articulated a shared vision centered on simplifying payment acceptance, fostering integration, and enhancing the overall merchant experience....
The Fading Allure of DeFi: Why Sub-8% Yields No Longer Justify the Risk in 2026
by Rifan Muazin
written by Rifan Muazin
A pervasive question echoes across the digital corridors of crypto Twitter, one that many decentralized finance (DeFi) users have quietly sidestepped for too long: why would sophisticated capital accept an incremental 40 basis points over U.S. Treasuries by parking funds in protocols like Aave or Morpho, when the inherent downside is a total loss to a catastrophic exploit?...
