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The radical restructuring to be digital

April 15, 2021

During the past year, the world has witnessed a sea-change in banks’ approach to both cloud and cryptocurrencies. 

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Does the regulatory framework support banks’ cloud push?

April 14, 2021

Cloud services rely on shared infrastructure, creating tension between banks and service providers.

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What does cashless really mean?

April 1, 2021

Mass shift to digital financial services during Covid-19 has called into question the longevity of ATMs and branches.

Is a retail wave really shaking up Wall Street?

April 1, 2021

Recent activity in the US stock markets has prompted much sound and fury, but the long-term impact is so far unclear.

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Understanding how quantum tech could upend banking

March 31, 2021

Quantum computing offers huge benefits to banks, but users and developers will have to work together.

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Russia's Tinkoff builds out its AI strategy

March 30, 2021

New breed of bank identifies as a tech firm with a banking licence, explains director of strategy.

CBDCs

The promise and perils of central bank digital currencies

March 19, 2021

Retail CBDCs could significantly improve cross-border payments but they also pose significant risks for the financial system.

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Deforestation hurts both banks and the Amazon

March 19, 2021

By committing to the principles of ESG, not just saying the letters out loud, banks stand to gain from pulling out of the rainforest.

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Can AI bridge gap between big data and sustainable financing?

March 5, 2021

More than 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are generated every day and effective processing can help ESG investors become more objective.

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The crucial final push on Libor

February 23, 2021

The global transition away from Libor needs a hefty final push to get it over the line.

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