1 in 3 CEOs State that Social Purpose is at the Forefront of their Strategy, According to New Research from ECI Partners
- 3 years 4 months ago
- Banking
Almost a third (32%) of CEOs say that social purpose is at the forefront of their business strategy, according to ECI Partners’ new Growth Characteristics report. This may have been driven by the increased emphasis on social purpose that has emerged since the outbreak of the pandemic.
One Thousand Key Employees to Become Sber Shareholders
- 3 years 4 months ago
- Banking
On the year of Sberbank’s 180th anniversary, the board has decided to launch long-term stock option programs to motivate its most effective employees. In the first cycle of the program, 1,000 key employees – from experts to vice presidents – will receive part of their remuneration in Sber shares. Long-term motivation programs for employees that have a key impact on the overall performance will facilitate the implementation of Sber’s ambitious... more
CVDB Goes Live on ICS BANKS Universal Banking Solution from ICSFS
- 3 years 4 months ago
- Banking
Amman, Jordan: Cities and Villages Development Bank (CVDB) has gone live in a record time of five months, on ICS BANKS Universal Banking software solution from ICS Financial Systems (ICSFS); the global software and services provider for banks and financial institutions.
Tinkoff Launches Investment Academy to Educate Investors Across the Country
- 3 years 4 months ago
- Banking
Tinkoff has launched the Investment Academy, a country-wide educational initiative aimed at strengthening financial literacy among the population. The Investment Academy will serve as an aggregator of the best financial courses and investment education programmes that Russia has to offer. It will integrate various financial literacy initiatives, from Tinkoff Investments’ proprietary courses and methodology to content provided by Tinkoff’s... more
Alternate Investment Platforms to Look out for in 2022
- 3 years 4 months ago
- Platform Technology, Cryptocurrencies, Alternative Finance
With the year ending, most of us would be planning for the new year resolutions, and one of the most popular resolutions just next to fitness is financial discipline. But making financial decisions is not a cakewalk. One needs to be pretty well informed about the different asset classes, history, and risks involved before investing their hard-earned money. The market is flooded with newer and attractive investment avenues that one can consider... more
Sovcombank Joins UN-Convened Net-Zero Banking Alliance
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Banking
Sovcombank becomes the first Russian bank to join the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), an industry-led, UN-convened alliance of banks worldwide. The banks committed to aligning their lending and investment portfolios with net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner, in line with the most ambitious targets set by the Paris Climate Agreement. Sovcombank intends to implement its decarbonization strategy in partnership with the international consultant... more
MoneyLIVE Summit 2022: returns in-person next March, featuring all-star speaker line-up
MarketforceLive is delighted to announce the return of MoneyLIVE Summit 2022, taking place on 28-29 March at the QEII Centre, London. MoneyLIVE Summit is without a doubt the most senior banking and payments event on the market making it the ultimate destination for those passionate about transforming the industry. The summit is where collaboration is celebrated, views are challenged and visionary ideas come alive.
Tinkoff Investments introduces Weekend Trading
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Trading Systems, Banking
Tinkoff Investments has become the first broker in Russia to offer securities trading on weekends. Weekend trading will be available to customers of any Tinkoff Investments plan between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Moscow time. The Terms of Service applicable to each plan will remain the same for weekend operations. Customers can access weekend trading via their brokerage accounts in the Tinkoff Investments mobile app and on the... more
Vayana Network and Federal Bank bag the ‘Most Effective Bank-Fintech Partnership’ at IBSi-Global Fintech Innovation Awards 2021
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Banking
Vayana Network, one of India’s largest trade finance platform, and Federal Bank, a leading Private Sector Bank have been awarded the ‘Most Effective Bank-Fintech Partnership: Agile and Adaptable’ at the IBSi-Global Fintech Innovation Awards 2021. The award was conferred in recognition of Vayana Network’s partnership with Federal Bank, for automating and simplifying Supply Chain Finance. This year, the Innovation Awards attracted global... more
Forensic Risk Alliance Promotes Three of its Forensic Accounting Experts to Partnership
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Banking
Forensic Risk Alliance (FRA) is pleased to announce that the firm has elected three new partners, effective 1 January 2022.
AlHuda CIBE UAE and Philippine Economic Zone Authority Signed MoU
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Islamic Finance
AlHuda CIBE FZ LLE UAE & Philippine Economic Zone Authority will work together for the development of Islamic banking and finance in Philippines AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking and Economics (AlHuda-CIBE) and Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) have signed a MoU in Dubai- UAE. The MoU was signed by Mr. Muhammad Zubair Mughal, CEO, AlHuda-CIBE and Hon BGen Charito B. Plaza, Director General (Deputy Minister), PEZA, Philippines.
Survey by G+D and OMFIF Reveals: Emerging Market Consumers Ready to Use CBDCs
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Banking
Central banks need to work with the private sector to ensure widespread availability of central bank digital currencies (CBDC) for consumers and educate them about the potential benefits in terms of speed, security and low cost, a report published by the international technology Group Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) and the independent think tank Official Monetary Financial Institutions Forum (OMFIF) reveals.
ING to Leave Retail Banking Market in France
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Banking
ING announced today that it will leave the Retail Banking market in France. This decision is the outcome of the strategic review that was announced in June 2021. As announced in June, ING’s Wholesale Banking activities in France will be continued, with a focus on strengthening our position and the ambition to be the go-to-bank for sustainable finance.
Swiss Crypto Bank Collaborates with MT4 to Introduce Optimal Trading Environment
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Cryptocurrencies, Banking
As new opportunities in the financial markets emerge on a daily basis, global online trading brand Swiss Crypto Bank has officially announced an interesting collaboration with veteran and trusted trading platform MetaTrader 4.
Azentio wins 5 Key Awards at IBS Intelligence Global FinTech Innovation Awards 2021
- 3 years 5 months ago
- Banking
Implementations at Tata Mutual Fund, Murabaha Marena, Alkhaleej Bank, Quara Finance, and Emkan Finance, honoured for excellence in innovative technologies
