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The global payments leader Mastercard is shifting gears in its crypto strategy. After Zerohash declined a full buyout to stay independent, the two parties are now negotiating a minority stake or strategic funding round. This approach would grant Mastercard deeper access to Zerohash’s robust technology stack and expanding client network without assuming complete ownership. Industry […]
Escalating climate hazards are fundamentally altering the landscape of risk management in international trade networks. Extreme weather events now trigger widespread interruptions that extend far beyond local impacts, challenging the core mechanisms designed to absorb financial losses. Annual insured losses from catastrophes have risen steadily by 5–7% in real terms over recent years, prompting insurers […]
Insurance industry leaders are entering 2026 with renewed optimism, showing heightened confidence in both company and sector-wide expansion. However, they face significant hurdles including escalating cyber threats, workforce upskilling needs, and complex ESG compliance, according to the latest KPMG 2025 Insurance CEO Outlook. Drawing from a dedicated subset of KPMG’s global survey of 1,350 CEOs […]
The global insurance market in 2026 is undergoing profound transformation amid a polycrisis — a term capturing the simultaneous convergence of multiple, interconnected threats that amplify volatility and reshape risk landscapes across sectors. Manny Padilla, the 70th president of the Risk & Insurance Management Society (RIMS) — and its first leader of Hispanic descent — […]
The crypto industry has entered a new phase: investors are no longer chasing the shiniest new protocol or triple-digit yields. Instead, billions are flowing into a fast-emerging category—on-chain neobanks—consumer-focused platforms that make decentralized finance feel as simple as Venmo or Revolut while keeping full self-custody. This pivot marks the moment crypto moves from speculation to […]
Prediction markets like Polymarket are exploding in popularity, and insider trading—once a taboo in traditional finance—is now viewed by some as a feature that accelerates market truth. Spotting and copying these suspicious high-confidence trades has evolved into its own profitable industry. Here are key visuals of the Polymarket platform in action: In October 2025, a […]
The Future Minerals Forum (FMF), the world’s premier government-led platform for critical minerals, officially launched the inaugural FMF Barometer on the opening day of FMF 2026. This groundbreaking tool provides the first comprehensive baseline for measuring progress in developing resilient and responsible critical mineral value chains across the “Super Region” — encompassing Africa, Western Asia, […]
By Staff Writer Wyoming has spent the last decade branding itself as one of the most forward-looking U.S. jurisdictions for digital assets, blockchain companies, and financial technology ventures. Its statutory framework, specialized business courts, and crypto-friendly legislation have attracted entrepreneurs from around the world. However, a growing number of legal observers now warn that Wyoming […]
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) is set to lift longstanding restrictions, enabling listed companies and institutional investors to allocate funds to cryptocurrencies for the first time since 2017. This major policy update forms part of the nation’s proactive 2026 Economic Growth Strategy, signaling stronger integration of digital assets into mainstream finance. Core Details of […]
In 2026, smart tax planning can significantly enhance long-term investment growth by reducing unnecessary tax drag. Experts emphasize that thoughtful approaches to retirement savings and asset management often deliver the biggest controllable impact on after-tax wealth. Key Benefits of Tax-Smart Investing Implementing tax-minimization techniques year-round helps lower liabilities while allowing investments to compound more effectively. […]
Artificial intelligence continues to command attention in executive suites worldwide, transitioning from a promising tool to a profound disruptor in the cyber insurance sector. CyberCube’s latest annual report highlights how disciplined implementation separates industry leaders from those vulnerable to setbacks in 2026. CyberCube specialists annually evaluate forward-looking developments in emerging technologies, advanced threat intelligence, insurance […]
Data centres serve as the powerhouse of the digital economy. These advanced facilities house vast arrays of servers and sophisticated networking equipment, enabling the seamless storage, processing, and global transmission of data. From everyday emails and cloud-stored photos to high-bandwidth video streaming and cutting-edge AI applications, every aspect of modern connectivity relies on the uninterrupted […]