Building Blocks: decoding crypto jargon part two: 9 must-know terms May 13, 2024 The world of cryptocurrencies can be daunting for newcomers, with its own unique jargon and technical terms. To help you, we've put together another list of crypto terms that every enthusiast should know.
Guess who’s back? RWA Tokenization May 13, 2024 Tokenization of real world assets is finally seeing adoption by financial institutions. This time it’s different as the technology is more mature, regulators are supportive and there’s an increasing mindset on the topic. For anyone following blockchain and Web3, the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) might have a familiar ring. Expected to be a key driver of the adoption of blockchain technology for the next couple of years, RWA tokenization has already been explored in past cycles, specifically between ‘16 and ‘18. In this article I’ll uncover what is different this time and quantify some of the adoption we’re seeing by the large financial players.
London’s strength suggests economic recovery has further to run May 13, 2024 "The sharp and quicker expansion in the capital also supported growth in activity across the UK as a whole," Catherine van Weenen, territory head of commercial mid market at NatWest, noted.
Exiled Hong Kong activist: HSBC ‘short-sighted’ for lobbying Sunak to ease China crackdown May 13, 2024 A leading Hong Kong pro-democracy activist has called major firms like HSBC and Standard Chartered "short-sighted" for lobbying the UK government to ease its planned clampdowns on China.
Meet the fund manager: Finding the best ideas in the world May 13, 2024 In this weekly series, investment reporter Elliot Gulliver-Needham sits down with a fund manager for a Q&A. This week, we’re hearing from Gerrit Smit, manager of the Stonehage Fleming Global Best Ideas Equity fund. How does your fund stand out from others in the same market? Stonehage Fleming Global Best Ideas Equity Fund is a [...]
Struggling Vodafone and BT to update the City on turnaround efforts May 13, 2024 A highly competitive market, heavy debts, tight regulation and dividend cuts are to blame for Vodafone and BT's poor performance.
GLIL bags £475m pension injection after infrastructure spending spree May 13, 2024 GLIL Infrastructure, the investment vehicle backed by the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), has secured £475m in additional fundraising from its members as it looks to up spending on UK assets.
London Stock Exchange boss says IPOs on the way as Shein and Raspberry Pi ready floats May 13, 2024 City grandees have cheered on a rebound for the beleaguered London Stock Exchange as fast fashion giant Shein and computer firm Raspberry Pi eye up blockbuster listings in the capital.
Why are private jets so irresistible to the country’s bigwigs? May 13, 2024 City bigwigs and politicians seem set on using private jets to get around. Should we be up in arms or is it vital for efficiency?
Who owns Aston Villa? How much did Edens and Sawiris pay in 2017? May 13, 2024 All you need to know about who owns Aston Villa.