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Latin America surpasses China as leading start-up investment market

February 29, 2024

VCs are shying away from south-east Asia, with interest dropping by 51 per cent from 2020 to 2023, says a new survey

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Confusion over US bitcoin ruling opens up ‘predator’ risk

February 27, 2024

The SEC’s approval of bitcoin exchange traded products, as opposed to funds, highlights the difficulties of regulating the area

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Uninsured deposits could pose a threat to financial stability

February 26, 2024

Nearly a year on from SVB’s demise, regulators are still asking whether deposit insurance schemes are fit for purpose

Wholesale banking’s revenue growth predicted to soften

February 23, 2024

New research predicts growth of only up to 2 per cent until 2025

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Non-bank liquidity concerns neglected by regulation

February 19, 2024

Recent episodes of market stress have intensified calls for tighter regulation of non-banks

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UK banks reveal state of readiness for ‘Basel 3.1’

February 16, 2024

The PRA intends to publish a second policy statement with specifications on a number of requirements in Q2 2024

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Liquidity and funding risks top concerns for banks

February 9, 2024

Smaller and mid-sized banks are increasingly concerned about liquidity risk, says a recent IIF survey

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Mercado Pago’s relationship with banks shows hope for Latam financial inclusion

February 6, 2024

The company has expanded its product offerings since its launch, but still sees market opportunities

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Credit to non-financial borrowers in China in decline

February 2, 2024

Credit to China remained substantially lower at end-September 2023 compared to mid-2021

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More guidelines on ESG ratings risks fragmentation

February 2, 2024

Many countries are establishing non-binding guidelines, with firmer regulation on the horizon

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