May - June 2018 Archives - Page 2 of 4

The need for risk-based capital ratios ahead of Basel III

International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

Prof. Steven Ongena of the University of Zurich tells us about the European Banking Authority (EBA) capital exercise, its impact on capital ratios in banks and what they can expect out of Basel III next year....

The journey of America’s youngest Buttonsmith

International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

14-year-old Henry Burner’s entrepreneurial success is one for the textbooks. The teen overcame challenges to become one of the youngest ‘Forbes 30 Under 30’ title winner and has established a multi-million dollar empire. But he is like any other youngster who loves to study and socialize....

Technology revolutionising tax collection in Europe

International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

The furore over data protection has reached an all-time high. While the world chastises Silicon Valley for altering reality on the basis of social media behaviour, Europe is increasingly intrigued by the use of technology for tax collection. Nicholas Hallam, CEO of Accordance – a specialist firm in cross-border VAT, talks about how real-time VAT...

Technology driving India’s BFSI sector

International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

India’s banking and finance sector has undergone a tremendous change, and technology has played a major role in driving this change. Ahead of the 3rd Annual Smart Tech BFSI Exchange, the spotlight is on the nation’s vibrant banking ecosystem that is setting industry benchmarks in the region for its superior technology...

Standing at the crossroads of new business climate in Central Asia

International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

The region has its share of risks, but there is great competitive advantage for investors and entrepreneurs to seek and explore in its business landscape...

PSD2 is here: What does this mean for Europe’s banking future?

International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 31, 2018December 13, 2019

With banking and financial organizations implementing PSD2, leaders from UK’s Metro Bank, Hungary’s Raiffeisen Bank and India’s State Bank of India put forth their thoughts about the same...

ON THE JOB with Manoj Adlakha

International FinanceMay 30, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 30, 2018December 13, 2019

The SVP & CEO, American Express Banking Corp., India talks about the challenges and thrills of helming a crucial role at a major retail bank...

How can Companies Ensure Core Data Responsibilities are Included in Key Roles?

International FinanceMay 30, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 30, 2018December 13, 2019

Ahead of the 7th Business Performance Management Conference, we spoke with Anwar Mirza, Global Head of Data Governance at TNT, about the importance of data management and how can companies ensure core Data responsibilities are included in key roles...

How algorithms factor into financial risk assessment

International FinanceMay 30, 2018

by International FinanceMay 30, 2018

This year, GDPR is a major concern for organisations, but with algorithms being used extensively by businesses to make decisions, there is a large debate on the nature of risk...

How #deletefacebook watered brand equity

International FinanceMay 30, 2018December 13, 2019

by International FinanceMay 30, 2018December 13, 2019

It has been a dramatic month for Facebook. Revelations made by Cambridge Analytica’s former research director did significant damage to Facebook’s brand value, with serious questions being raised on data monetisation techniques and lack of user privacy...