After a slight delay and minor issues in the legislative process, the Whistleblower Protection Act is now on its way. Starting July 2023, the mandates of the European Whistleblower Directive (Directive (EU) 2019/1937) will be implemented in Germany as well, necessitating prompt action from numerous organizations. Whistleblowers should be protected To encourage whistleblowers to report … Read more
Two directors of fuel cells technology developer AFC Energy (LON: AFC) bought shares after the full year results and strategy update. Chief executive John Wilson’s wife has bought 500,000 shares at 6.5848p each, which takes their combined holding to 1.025 million shares. In February, John Wilson bought 250,000 shares at 9.09p each and his wife … Read more
Binod Kumar, MD & CEO, Indian Bank, at a press conference in Chennai on Thursday | Photo Credit: BIJOY GHOSH Indian Bank on Thursday reported a 24 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) growth in net profit, at ₹2,973 crore, in the quarter that ended June, 2025 (Q1 FY26). Net interest income (NII) increased by 2.9 per … Read more
View this email in your browser European countries are taking steps to reopen the economy and social life. However, at the same time there are still new cases reported in China. CNN’s “Fear & Greed Index” clearly reflects the concerns of a second wave. The historic data from the Spanish flu is enhancing concerns and … Read more
First-party fraud, where a customer buys something, then later asks for a refund because they don’t want to pay for it, is a growing problem. Datos Insights expects first-party fraud to reach $3.9 billion in 2025, and anecdotally, several bankers have told American Banker in recent weeks that this is their No. 1 fraud concern. … Read more
Last week, fintech woke up from its summer slumber with the news that JPMorgan plans to increase the fees it charges aggregators. The news spurred conversations from banks, fintechs, and analysts, and discussions have been heated. What will this week bring? We’ll continue adding news to this post throughout the week, so … Read more
So yeah…quite the bloody year, eh?! I hope you & yours have kept safe & well during this #COVIDcrisis – even if you’re not exactly sheltering-in-place anymore, I presume you’re still a conscientious mask-wearer (as needed) in public? All else being equal, it’s disappointing the weather (apparently) isn’t a sure-fire virus-killer – remember when we … Read more
In the dynamic world of finance, understanding the ‘Investor vs. Entrepreneur’ dichotomy is crucial for anyone looking to make their mark in investments. There are fundamental differences in the way investors and entrepreneurs think about the world of investment. This exploration into the entrepreneurial mindset will not only reveal these distinct approaches but also equip … Read more
Insurance can be complicated and lead to many questions. This is particularly the case when it comes to insuring your home. One of the essential things for a homeowner to understand is the difference between replacement cost and actual cash value. Many homeowners wonder which is better. Let’s take a look at your home insurance … Read more
Embarking on the journey to homeownership can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when you’re surrounded by a plethora of myths and misconceptions. As a first-time homebuyer, you might have heard that renting is more affordable than owning, or that a flawless credit score is essential. But how accurate are these claims? In this guide, … Read more