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European Online Banks: Funding Model Raises Financial Stability Concerns

Sixty online-only banks in Europe, holding 3.9% of banking assets in 2024, primarily rely on small individual deposits (80%), raising concerns about financial stability due to their limited diversification and vulnerability to bank runs, according to a May 2025 ECB report.

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Blockchain Revolutionizes International Trade Finance

Multiple central banks and financial institutions are piloting blockchain-based trade finance solutions, including tokenized assets and cross-border payments, aiming to improve efficiency and transparency in international trade.

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GENIUS Act Could Usher in Mainstream Adoption of Stablecoins

The Senate is considering the GENIUS Act, a bill that would regulate stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency pegged to the value of another asset, such as the US dollar; the total market value of stablecoins surged from \$20 billion in 2020 to \$246 billion in May 2025.

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Wizz Air Profit Plunges Despite Revenue Rise

Wizz Air reported a 3.8 percent revenue increase to €5.4 billion, but operating profit plummeted over 60 percent to €167.5 million due to rising costs and 37 grounded Airbus aircraft, despite the CEO claiming two consecutive years of profitability.

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GENIUS Act Faces Criticism for Stifling Stablecoin Innovation

The GENIUS Act, a Senate bill regulating stablecoins, is criticized for potentially stifling innovation by restricting issuers and creating a multi-agency review committee, contradicting Vice President Vance's recent call for less government intervention in the economy; critics argue for a simpler f...

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Record $155 Billion Wealth for America's Richest Self-Made Women

Forbes' annual ranking of America's richest self-made women shows a record $155 billion collective net worth, with 38 billionaires and newcomers like Michele Kang and Selena Gomez, despite economic uncertainty and a slowing global economy.

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Overcoming AI Implementation Barriers in Finance: Data Quality, Internal Capabilities, and Governance

Three leaders in AI for finance highlight data quality, internal capabilities, and governance as critical barriers to effective AI implementation; they advocate for a shift toward smaller, contextual AI tools that augment human expertise and ensure responsible automation.

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Circle's \$1.05 Billion IPO Signals Crypto's Entry into Mainstream Finance

Circle, the USDC issuer, raised \$1.05 billion in its NYSE IPO at \$31 per share, valuing the company at roughly \$8 billion; this follows similar moves by other crypto firms, signaling increased institutional confidence and the convergence of crypto and traditional finance.

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Wise Moves Main Listing to US, Hitting London Stock Market

Wise, a UK fintech company listed in London since 2021, will move its main share listing to the US to attract more investors and boost its value, marking another setback for London's stock market.

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Wise Relocates Primary Listing to New York

Wise, a British fintech company with £1.2bn in revenue and £282m in pre-tax profit, is moving its primary stock market listing from London to New York in order to access a wider investor pool and boost trading activity, marking a setback for London's efforts to attract and retain tech firms.

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FCA Freezes Ziglu's 'Boost' Accounts, Leaving Thousands of Customers Locked Out

Ziglu, a Robinhood-owned crypto platform, froze its 'Boost' accounts (offering up to 6 percent interest on crypto assets) on May 16th, 2025, after the FCA imposed restrictions, leaving thousands of customers unable to access their funds until at least June.

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AI Trading's Ownership Dilemma: Systemic Risks and Legal Uncertainties

A Bank of England report raises concerns about the systemic risks of autonomous AI trading systems, particularly regarding the ownership of AI-generated intellectual property, highlighting the lack of legal clarity and the need for firms to adopt proactive IP protection strategies.

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