Ignore the naysayers: cryptocurrencies are more than just a passing fancy, says Chris Skinner.
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BitPesa eases FX pain in Africa
January 2, 2018Elizabeth Rossiello, founder and chief executive of BitPesa, talks to Joy Macknight about using Bitcoin and its underlying technology, blockchain, to resolve currency exchange issues in African markets.
When innovation and compliance clash
January 2, 2018The tough regulation of banks is essential to maintain trust in the sector and is one element fintech firms could find weighs on their innovation as they get more established and are required to comply, says Chris Skinner.
Deutsche Bank CIB EMEA co-head comes out swinging
January 2, 2018Deutsche Bank’s co-head of EMEA corporate and investment banking talks to Danielle Myles about the division’s reorganisation, how it is regaining market share and its ability to attract and retain top talent.
Mobile wallets: a very relevant threat to the banking establishment
December 1, 2017Contrary to popular belief, banks are capable of adapting to change. They need to recognise that the mobile wallet requires a savvy response, writes Chris Skinner.
Barclays’ head of UK investment banking enjoys unlikely success story
December 1, 2017Barclays’ head of UK investment banking talks to Danielle Myles about the growth of its advisory and equity businesses, and how it cracked the corporate broking market.
Nepal’s central bank chief seeks more stability and fewer banks
December 1, 2017Nepal is grappling with interest rate and liquidity volatility as well as a relatively large banking sector that has 28 commercial banks. Chiranjibi Nepal, governor of Nepal Rastra Bank, tells Stefania Palma how the central bank is addressing these issues.
Paraguay's finance minister brings youth to the table
November 27, 2017Paraguay’s finance minister, Lea Giménez, talks to Silvia Pavoni about curbing government inefficiency and what a changing economy means for the country’s younger generation.
Dominican Republic finance minister aims for stability and prosperity
November 1, 2017Donald Guerrero Ortiz, finance minister of the Dominican Republic, talks to Silvia Pavoni about the progress the country has made and his hopes for continued investment and improvements.
Dominican Republic tourism minister plays the numbers game
November 1, 2017The Dominican Republic’s minister of tourism, Francisco Javier Garcia, talks to Silvia Pavoni about how the country’s rising visitor numbers benefit the entire economy.