Analysts say 2023 full-year results leave banks well-placed to weather any storm in 2024
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Switzerland allows retail investors access to cryptocurrency platform
February 14, 2024Deutsche Bank-backed Taurus’s new Swiss licence is among the latest developments in the mainstreaming of digital assets
Citi pressed by regulators for urgent changes; ECB’s Claudia Buch warns banks on emerging risks
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Instant payments to become ‘ubiquitous’ after European vote
February 13, 2024The new mandate requires payment providers to facilitate instant payments in 10 seconds or under
Unpicking the recent departures from Ecowas
February 12, 2024John Everington discusses how Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso’s withdrawal will impact the West African economic bloc
US regulator looks to fix loopholes in bank merger rules
February 12, 2024The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has published a consultation asking for views on consolidation principles
Explainer: Why South Korea is changing the won trading hours
February 8, 2024Trading hours will be brought in line with other major markets to extend the won’s reach as an international currency
Europe’s banks heading into precarious times, experts warn
February 8, 2024Despite ongoing economic and geopolitical headwinds, Europe’s banks have proved remarkably resilient so far. How long can it last?
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FCA’s fincrime powers under fresh scrutiny after Iran sanctions disclosure
February 7, 2024New questions are being asked after Lloyds and Santander UK were accused of allowing Iranian front companies to evade Western sanctions
EU ESG law should end ratings ‘Wild West’ and ‘boost’ investor confidence
February 7, 2024Agreement on EU regulation offers the possibility for separate E, S and G ratings
