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Future FinTech Acquires 20% of Changshida for AI Expansion

Future FinTech Group invests $6.46M for a 20% stake in Xi’an Changshida, enhancing its AI capabilities in healthcare and smart city solutions.

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India’s Fintech Boom: $1.5T AUM by 2030, Driving Inclusion

India’s fintech sector is set to manage $1.5 trillion in assets by 2030, becoming a global leader and driving financial inclusion. Discover the key drivers.

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India’s $7 Trillion Economy: The Crucial Role of Mid-Sized Firms

Renuka Ramnath stresses the need for stronger mid-sized companies and alternative assets to propel India towards a $7 trillion economy, addressing current GDP challenges.

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Canada Scraps Rights Watchdog Amid US Forced Labor Pressure

Canada dissolves its human rights watchdog, CORE, citing ineffectiveness, as US pressure mounts over forced labor concerns. New legislation targets goods made with slave labor.

PhonePe Dominates UPI in May, Processes 10.73 Billion Transactions

PhonePe Leads UPI in May with 10.73 Billion Transactions

PhonePe processed 10.73 billion UPI transactions in May, capturing 46.3% market share as the overall UPI ecosystem hit 23.2 billion transactions.

Companies Boost Sales with Uncertainty, Chicago Booth Study Finds

Boost Sales with Uncertainty: Chicago Booth Study

Chicago Booth research reveals the ‘uncertainty spillover effect,’ showing how companies can boost sales by making deals more appealing with strategic randomness.

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RBI Opens Indian Stocks to Global Individual Investors

The Reserve Bank of India now permits global individuals to invest in listed Indian companies, simplifying equity market access beyond NRIs and OCIs.

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Nuvei Acquires Payoneer for $2.75B in All-Cash Deal

Canadian fintech Nuvei acquires Israeli firm Payoneer for $2.75 billion in an all-cash deal, offering shareholders a 21% premium. Learn more about the acquisition.

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CMRL Pay-Off Case: ED Questions MD’s Daughter

ED questions CMRL MD’s daughter in a money-laundering probe linked to alleged payments to a firm associated with Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter.

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Canada’s FinTech Compliance: New Financial Crimes Agency Act

Canada’s new Financial Crimes Agency Act (Bill C-29) creates a federal body with broad powers, significantly impacting FinTech and financial institution compliance.

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Vedanta Demerges 4 Companies on BSE, NSE for Value Unlock

Vedanta Group lists four demerged companies on BSE & NSE. Strategic move aims to unlock value, sharpen focus, and create sector leaders, aligning with India’s economic growth.

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Huawei Cloud Powers Egypt’s FinTech Boom with AI & Local Cloud

Huawei Cloud accelerates Egypt’s FinTech sector with advanced AI, cloud, and security. Its 2024 local cloud region ensures low latency and data sovereignty, driving innovation.

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Interbank Call Rates Fall to 4.95% Amid Easing Demand

Interbank call rates dropped to 4.95% from 5.20% as demand for short-term funds eased, signaling lower borrowing costs for banks and potential liquidity stabilization.

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Indian Stocks Soar as US-Iran Tensions Ease

Indian equity markets surged on Monday, fueled by broad-based buying and optimism over a potential US-Iran conflict resolution, boosting economic outlook.

Bond Yields Flat as Retail Inflation Inches Up to 3.93% in May

India Bond Yields Steady Amidst 3.93% Retail Inflation Rise

Indian bond yields remain stable at 6.86% despite a rise in retail inflation to 3.93% in May, driven by food prices and influenced by global market trends.

Indian Markets Pull Back from Highs as WPI Inflation Jumps

Indian Markets Dip Amidst Soaring WPI Inflation to 9.68%

Indian equity markets retreat from highs as WPI inflation jumps to 9.68% in May 2026, driven by rising food and fuel costs. Sensex and Nifty show mixed performance.

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Rupee Surges Against Dollar: West Asia Deal & Crude Oil Drop Boost INR

The Indian Rupee gained significantly against the US Dollar today, buoyed by hopes of a US-Iran deal, a sharp fall in crude oil prices, and strong domestic stock markets.

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India-France FTA Push: Modi & Macron Boost Trade Talks

PM Modi and President Macron held bilateral talks in France, urging swift implementation of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement to boost trade and investment.

Asian Markets Rally: KOSPI Jumps 5.61% as US-Iran Deal Eases Tensions

Asian Markets Rally: KOSPI Surges 5.61% on US-Iran Deal

Asian markets surge as KOSPI jumps 5.61% following an interim US-Iran agreement on the Strait of Hormuz, easing geopolitical and inflation fears. Oil prices drop, boosting risk assets.

Sensex, Nifty Surge as US-Iran Deal Eases Oil Concerns

Sensex, Nifty Surge on US-Iran Deal Easing Oil Fears

Indian markets Sensex & Nifty surged over 1.4% as a US-Iran diplomatic breakthrough eased oil price and global energy supply concerns. Rupee strengthens.

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Prakasam Prawn Farmers Protest Shrimp Feed Price Hike

Prakasam prawn farmers protest a significant hike in shrimp feed prices, demanding cancellation of new rates that threaten livelihoods. A ‘Maha Dharna’ is planned.

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Embedded Insurance: Bridging Global Protection Gaps

Discover how embedded insurance is closing the global protection gap by integrating seamless, accessible coverage into digital platforms, meeting modern workforce needs.

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AfDB President Sidi Ould Tah: Africa’s New Financial Agenda

AfDB President Sidi Ould Tah is spearheading a new financial agenda for Africa, focusing on domestic capital mobilization and financial reform to drive sustainable development.

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China’s Tech & Manufacturing Boom Attracts Global Capital

Discover how China’s economic resilience and focus on advanced manufacturing and tech are drawing significant global capital, boosting its A-share market and ‘new economy’ sectors.

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Base10 Partners Raises $850M for AI in Real Economy

Base10 Partners secures $850M across two funds to invest in AI companies transforming financial services, healthcare, logistics, and transportation.

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Telangana’s Bharat Future City: Corporate Focus Sparks Criticism

Telangana’s Bharat Future City project faces backlash for prioritizing corporate interests over residents’ needs, raising environmental and social concerns.

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Modi-Macron Pact: India-France Boost Trade & Tech

India and France forge strategic pact to double trade in 5 years, focusing on AI, UPI expansion, and defense manufacturing. Key investment opportunities emerge.

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Indonesia Tech Surge: FLOQ, JumpStart Funding, Grab’s Superbank Move

Indonesia’s tech scene heats up! FLOQ raises $11M for crypto, JumpStart secures Series C, and Grab boosts Superbank stake. Discover the latest growth.

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Seoul Energy Corp. Launches Citizen Carbon Credits with HooSee Partners

Seoul Energy Corp. partners with HooSee Partners for ‘Energy Moa,’ a citizen-led initiative turning solar power GHG reductions into monetized carbon credits to meet stricter obligations.

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ICC to Invest ₹1 Lakh Crore in West Bengal

Indian Chamber of Commerce plans ₹1 lakh crore investment in West Bengal through member firms, boosting economic growth and industry confidence.

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