June 8, 2025

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NCC Bank launches four Islamic banking windows

Wed May 14, 2025 09:07 PM Last update on: Wed May 14, 2025 09:06 PM Star Business Desk Wed May 14, 2025 09:07 PM Last update on: Wed May 14, 2025 09:06 PM M Shamsul Arefin, managing director of NCC Bank, inaugurates the new Islamic banking windows for Gulshan, Baridhara, Dhanmondi, and Shyamoli branches of

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We should accelerate the adoption of open banking in the US

The benefits of open banking are obvious and significant for consumers — especially those underserved by the current marketplace. Bankers and regulators should work to speed up its implementation, write Horacio Mendez, of the Woodstock Institute, and Phil Goldfeder, of the American Fintech Council.Adobe Stock It is common in the U.S. for consumers to scroll

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Big ideas need big rockets

A new generation of space companies is thinking bigger. From kilometers-wide orbital data centers to solar power stations requiring even larger structures in space, some of the most ambitious space businesses depend on building at a scale that’s never been attempted in orbit. Modularity can help, and many massive systems in the works are designed

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Space-based solar power startups are banking on Starship’s success

A new generation of space companies is thinking bigger. From kilometers-wide orbital data centers to solar power stations requiring even larger structures in space, some of the most ambitious space businesses depend on building at a scale that’s never been attempted in orbit. Modularity can help, and many massive systems in the works are designed

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British banking analyst jailed in Saudi Arabia for 10 years over ‘unknown tweet’ | World News

Ahmed al-Doush with his children A British Bank of America analyst has been sentenced to a decade in a Saudi Arabian prison apparently over a since-deleted social media post, according to his lawyer. The family of Ahmed al-Doush, 41, believes the charges against him stemmed from a deleted 2018 tweet about Sudan that did not

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Standard Chartered scales institutional crypto banking with FalconX

Global bank Standard Chartered has beefed up its banking support to the cryptocurrency industry by inking a new partnership with the crypto prime broker FalconX. Standard Chartered will provide a comprehensive suite of banking services to FalconX’s global institutional clients following a strategic partnership, the companies announced on May 14. As part of the collaboration,

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Southern African Banking Forum 2025: Strengthening connections for growth

Ebene – The Southern African Banking Forum, organised by the Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) closed today in Mauritius, following two days of successful deliberations on the evolving opportunities, challenges and practical dynamics of the banking sector in Southern Africa. Building on the success of previous editions, and

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British banking analyst sentenced to a decade in Saudi prison, apparently over a tweet

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A British Bank of America analyst has been sentenced to a decade in a Saudi Arabian prison apparently over a since-deleted social media post, according to his lawyer. The family of Ahmed al-Doush believes the charges against him stemmed from a deleted 2018 tweet about Sudan that did not

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Pilot to Profit: How AI Is Fueling New Revenue and Efficiency in Banking

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is well beyond the stuff of science fiction. It is now well established in the public consciousness, rapidly making inroads into nearly every sector and business organization. Recognizing one industry ripe for growth, VASS Intelygenz is offering the financial services sector a new opportunity to enhance profitability through AI-driven machine learning.

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New ANZ boss promises digital banking revolution for 7 million customers 

Digital banking has become an essential part of everyday life for many Australians, offering convenience, speed, and new ways to manage finances from home.  Over recent years, more people have embraced online banking, using laptops and tablets to pay bills, check balances, and track spending.  If you’re one of the seven million Australians who bank

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