The internet has a wealth of information and opinion on the importance of digital transformation to future business success. But what is often missing is the crucial role that people play in being the driving force to integrate and use the technology to its full potential. Individual digitalization will be just as, if not more, important than corporate transformation.

• Imegamedia was acquired by Deko Group in August. What brought the two companies together?

Over the past 10 years, Imegamedia has emerged as one of the leading players in retail finance integration. We have an ever-expanding international client base, working with some of the most recognised lenders in the UK, Europe and America, and we are committed to providing innovative offerings that help our partners stay ahead of the competition. 

How has CRM technology evolved to become more important to what capital markets firms are trying to accomplish?

Customer relationship management platforms have shifted far beyond being what was once viewed as a digital Rolodex. Today, a CRM is a foundational requirement for capital markets and banking workflows. The industry - and the world for that matter - has gone digital with the increased need to be virtual and mobile particularly for banking professionals on the road meeting clients.

The 32nd Edition of World AI Show highlighted the importance of driving AI and RPA deployment in India

The Indian edition of World AI & RPA Show, officially supported by MeitY convened over 350+ attendees that included stakeholders of India’s AI ecosystem including government authorities, top-notch AI & RPA experts and solution providers.

Credits: Quantum Ai

Susannah Streeter, senior investment and markets analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown

‘’The rather short shrift reaction by Bradford City chairman Stefan Rupp to the speculation soaring over a bid for the club by a group of NFT fans isn’t surprising, given the offer and financial backing of the interested party appears so scant on detail.

Summary: It was all happening in the wonderful world of FX, initiated by a surprise rate hike from the Bank of England. Sometimes known as “The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street”, the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee voted 8-1 to increase its Official Bank Rate by 15 basis points to 0.25%. The European Central Bank kept rates on hold as expected but confirmed that its Pandemic Emergency Purchase Program (PEPP) will end in March 2022. The Swiss National Bank maintained its expansionary monetary policy, keeping its SNB rate at -0.75%.

The World is fighting inflation.

Wake up Reverse Bank of Australia.

The Bank of England has raised rates and given guidance that inflation is a problem. The US Federal Reserve has admitted inflation is different to what they expected and indicated they may well raise rates three times in 2022. The ECB has begun unwinding its bond buying program. Banks from Mexico to South Korea have already raised rates once or more.

Summary: The US Federal Reserve announced plans to double its monthly taper from USD 15 to USD 30 billion beginning in January 2022. The Fed also left interest rates on hold. Following the meeting, more policymakers (12 out of 18) saw three rate hikes next year. Fed Chair Jerome Powell sought to soothe markets, telling reporters that the US central bank would not hike rates before ending up tapering. Lower than forecast US November Retail Sales slowed the Greenback’s rally.

Mastercard today welcomes its newest wave of startups to its award-winning Start Path startup engagement program. Start Path alums share their insights into the top trends of 2021 and what they've learned from a challenging year.

This Solution enables Ethereum software developers to increase scale, efficiency and speed of transactions on the Ethereum Mainnet and permissioned blockchains, while maintaining network integrity and immutability.