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UK finance firms to boost hiring in 2026 in search of ethical AI experts
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Editorial | Trade finance in Hong Kong set for a competitive tech upgrade
To stay competitive in an increasingly complex global landscape, Hong Kong must continue to develop and adapt to new technologies and trends. Nowhere is this more needed than in trade and finance, the lifeblood of the city's economy. While we are…
City minister accused of ignoring £2bn car finance tax loophole
The City minister, Lucy Rigby, has been accused of snubbing taxpayers after she appeared to brush off concerns about a £2bn tax loophole benefiting big banks caught up in the car loans scandal. Rigby was urged to intervene by a member of the…
The true cost of being cancelled: Stars face financial ruin
Cancel culture is costing stars including David Walliams up to £3.5million a year while another household name is claimed to be £16million worse off after being banished into the celebrity wilderness, exclusive analysis reveals. The…
Hana Financial to pour W18tr into productive finance
Hana Financial Group said Sunday it will commit about 18 trillion won ($12.3 billion) in 2026 to expand “productive finance,” a policy priority of the Lee Jae Myung administration aimed at channeling capital into…
Asset Manager Warns That OpenAI Is Likely Headed for Financial Disaster
Just over three years ago, OpenAI opened the floodgates with the launch of ChatGPT. The frantic industry-wide race that followed has resulted in soaring valuations for AI companies, tens of billions of dollars invested in data center infrastructure…
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55-64 Year Olds Retirement Savings Analysis Reveals Surprises About Their Financial Readiness
Americans ages 55-64 hold an average of $8,000 in savings—more than most of their younger peers, but less than their older counterparts. Financial experts emphasize that retirement may last 30-plus years, making it crucial to keep investing…
Top honours for OECD head and former finance minister Mathias Cormann
Despite being one of the Coalition's most famed numbers men, even Mathias Cormann could not have calculated how grand his Australian journey would be after arriving as a fresh-faced law graduate from Belgium 30 years ago. Cormann's career took him…
SOL news: Solana's new phase is 'much more about finance' says Backpack CEO Ferrante
Solana's latest phase looks a lot less flashy than its memecoin-fueled highs, and that may be the goal. Armani Ferrante, CEO of crypto exchange Backpack, told CoinDesk in an interview the Solana ecosystem has spent the past year doubling down on a…
Cancer Horoscope Today, 26 January 2026: Hard work strengthens your finances, says Ganesha
Cancer Horoscope Prediction Today, 26 January 2026: A long-awaited achievement finally materialises today. The emotional rush it brings may be overwhelming, and Ganesha cautions against letting pride or overconfidence overshadow your success.
Aquarius Horoscope Today, 26 January 2026: Financially, the day isn't barren, but it's not overflowing either
Aquarius Horoscope Prediction Today, 26 January 2026: Your mood calls for celebration — even the smallest reason becomes an excuse to gather and enjoy. Whether it's a friend's achievement or a personal joy, you're ready to mark the moment.
Your Financial Future Starts Now: Why Wealth Management Support Makes a Difference
The start of a new year often ushers in a desire to reevaluate goals, reflect on life changes, and set expectations for the year ahead. When it comes to financial health, regular checkups are essential to maintaining a strong foundation. Working…
Financial trading master Rick Rieder emerges as possible Fed chief
Rieder vaulted to the top of betting markets this week after President Donald Trump spoke effusively of the bond market expert, who makes frequent appearances as a commentator on CNBC and other business news broadcasts. Rieder, whom Trump described…
New financing facility to boost access to renewable energy - The Nation Newspaper
January 26, 2026 by Taofik Salako, Deputy Business Editor Lotus Bank and Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have reached agreement to collaborate on deepening financing for energy access across Nigeria. The agreement followed a high-level meeting…
UK finance firms to boost hiring in 2026 in search of ethical AI experts
A desire to accelerate recruitment in 2026 comes after one of the worst years for hiring in the financial services sector since the 2008 financial crisis. Some 55% of financial firms plan to hire more staff this year, according to a survey by KPMG…
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