January 31, 2024
Emerging Policy Questions for Quantum Encryption

In the not-too-distant future, quantum computing could render today’s widely used classical encryption schemes obsolete. Policymakers are already considering how to move public and private infrastructure towards quantum encryption standards...

January 30, 2024
H&M Refines Retail Strategy, Taking Cues From Retailers for a...

H&M announced on Friday (Jan. 26) its plan to close down more than 20% of its stores in Spain and lay off up to 588 employees. The company cited unspecified...

January 29, 2024
Logistics Startups Slash Jobs as Freight Volumes Drop

Last year saw a surge in layoffs in the logistics sector as freight volumes declined. So far, 2024 isn’t shaping up to be much better for the industry, as The Wall Street...

January 24, 2024
Meet the Neobank That Counts Only Doctors as Customers

Picture this: a 28-year-old $400,000 in debt who has never held a job.  Would you give them a loan? Chances are, probably not. And that’s the thought taken by most...

January 22, 2024
P2P Payments Surge as Firms Pursue ‘Everything App’ Vision

Peer-to-peer (P2P) payments are booming, with transaction volumes rising by 25%. This surge is caused by a growing number of businesses racing into the P2P market, eager to capitalize on...

January 22, 2024
Investment Banks Seek to Win Back Private Credit Loans

Investment banks are reportedly trying to win back leveraged finance deals from the private credit space. Banks such as Goldman Sachs, Citi and Barclays are among the banks in talks with buyout firms about loans...

January 18, 2024
Business Development Companies Consider IPOs as Valuations Surge

In recent months, business development companies (BDCs) have witnessed a surge in valuations, prompting several firms to opt for public offerings.  BDCs, which are private lenders that primarily provide loans...

January 15, 2024
Revolut Partners With Tech Firm Jabil to Scale Development of...

Technology firm Jabil is helping Revolut scale the production of its mobile point-of-sale system. Revolut debuted its Revolut Reader in 2022, letting merchants accept in-store or on-the-go payments. Now, increased...

January 10, 2024
H&M Embraces Localization Strategy Through Small Concept Stores

As H&M focuses on a new consumer group, the fast-fashion retailer is set to open a store on King’s Road in Chelsea, London, in spring, responding to fashion demand.  The...