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MUFG Bank to buy stake in Shriram Finance
Japan's MUFG Bank, a part of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, has concluded an investment agreement with Shriram Finance to subscribe to a preferential allotment of 20% equity shares in the company.
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January 2026
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Manappuram Finance hikes stake in Asirvad MF
Manappuram Finance board has approved an additional investment of *2.5 bn in its subsidiary Asirvad Micro Finance.
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January 2026
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Ethiopian regulator introduces new CSD system
The National Bank of Ethiopia has introduced a full-fledged version of its Central Securities Depository system and a national investor portal called Ts'ega.
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January 2026
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AI: May the 'force for good' be with you
Excerpts and highlights of the keynote address by RBI Dy Governor T Rabi Sankar on October 07, 2025 at the Global Fintech Festival, Mumbai:
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January 2026
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KCB Bank, AfDB sign $150 mn green finance package
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and KCB Bank Kenya have signed a $150 million financing package to support green finance and accelerate climate-smart investments.
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January 2026
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Transformation of the Transformer
Madhusudan Warrier, Chief Technology Officer, Mirae Asset ShareKhan on past, present & future:
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January 2026
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FNB launches Globba, a cross-border payments tool
South Africa's First National Bank, a division of First Rand Group, has launched Globba, a cross border payments tool, that is intended to support the country's cross border payments with more than 200 countries and territories and 150+ currencies.
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January 2026
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UK adults plan to start investing in 2026
Some 21% adults in the UK have said they are likely to start investing in 2026.
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January 2026
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Mahavir Lunawat re-elected AIBA Chairman
The Association of Investment Bankers of India (AIBA) has reelected Mahavir Lunawat, Founder and Chairman of Pantomath Capital Advisors, as its Chairman for 2 years from October 2025.
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January 2026
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Bank of Ghana and SEC to regulate cryptocurrency
The Bank of Ghana and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Ghana will jointly regulate cryptocurrency in terms of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) Bill passed by the country's Parliament.
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January 2026
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South Africa shelves plan for retail CBDC
South Africa has decided not to have a retail CBDC with the regulator, the South African Reserve Bank, concluding that there is no 'strong immediate need for such an instrument'.
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January 2026
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eLearning excels at Capacity Building; AI reinforces
Pankaj Gulati, Chief People Officer at Suryoday Small Finance Bank, describes how HR is developing eLearning content and the tangible impact it is creating:
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January 2026
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DJT Microfinance gets 1.3 bn funding
Microfinance company DJT Microfinance has obtained a funding of 1.3 bn from public sector banks and leading NBFCs.
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January 2026
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AI is becoming a tool for sustainability teams
A recent study has shown that while AI is rapidly transforming how the global economy operates, it is also impacting sustainability and influencing areas such as streamlining compliance reporting as well as identifying climate risks and accelerating stakeholder engagement, finds the study done by BSR.
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January 2026
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Enhanced use of AI ensures optimal growth for banks
A recent Accenture study underlines the need for enterprises to go beyond the implementation of Al-based chatbots and make AI a part of their strategic bets:
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September 2025
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State Bank of India for New Branch Channel
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, State Bank of India filed a nomination for its largest CBS transformation program.
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September 2025
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It's imperative for banks to use PETS
A recent report by a global consultancy strongly recommends that Indian banks should make use of PETs, or Privacy-Enhancing Technologies:
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September 2025
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Aaya hoon toh kuch leke jaunga
Two things unlearned in 2024: Unlearning can be one of the most challenging aspects of life because what we've learned often stays with us. (i) However, one of the most important things I've unlearned is taking my health for granted. After facing significant health challenges, I've made a conscious effort to prioritize my well-being and gradually detoxify my lifestyle. (ii) Another key realization for me has been that there’s no age limit to learning. When I took on the role of CEO at ITI Mutual Fund, I had to step into a new world filled with fresh responsibilities and learning opportunities. As the saying goes, 'with great power comes great responsibility,' and I believe that to lead effectively, one must be committed to continuous learning and personal growth.
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September 2025
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Bank of Baroda for use of IT to accelerate Competence, Commitment & Culture
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, Bank of Baroda filed a nomination for use of IT to accelerate HR objectives.
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September 2025
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Airtel Payments Bank for Face Match
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, Airtel Payments Bank filed a nomination for AI/ML based face match for proactive fraud prevention.
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September 2025
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Canara Bank for Junior Savings Account
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, Canara Bank filed a nomination for its youth oriented junior savings account.
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September 2025
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HDFC Bank for Vigil Aunty Concept and Camapign
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, HDFC Bank filed a nomination for cyber fraud awareness & secure banking education.
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September 2025
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CMO's Festive Playbook: Schemes, Campaigns & AI
The annual festive season opens new doors for banks. MVS Murthy, Chief Marketing Officer at Federal Bank and Sujit Shakya, Sr. Dy. CEO at Nabil Bank, reveal their playbook for the 2025 festive season:
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September 2025
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State Bank of India for MPLADS e-Sakshi App
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, State Bank of India filed a nomination for its MPLADS e-Sakshi App.
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September 2025
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Federal Bank for SmilePay
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, Federal Bank filed a nomination for its SmilePay initiative.
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September 2025
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CLOUD & ON-PREM IN THE GEN AI RACE
The story of the hare and the tortoise is a classic that re-appears time and again between different contestants – cars vs horses, oil vs electricity, AC vs DC, mainframes vs PCs, iOS vs Android. Now there is a new pair of contestants in the race for Generative AI in BFSI: cloud and on-prem. Five tech experts from the BFSI sector dive deep into use cases, technical progress, security issues, compliance perspectives, capex, opex, licensing and future growth:
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September 2025
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State Bank of India for YONO SBI Singapore Mobile App
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, State Bank of India filed a nomination for its YONO mobile app in Singapore.
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September 2025
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AU Small Finance Bank gets RBI nod for transition into a Universal Bank
The Reserve Bank has decided to grant in-principle approval to AU Small Finance Bank (AUSFB) for transitioning from an SFB to a Universal Bank.
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September 2025
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BRICS Pay the slow creation of a global currency
While it is not sure when it will be formally created, BRICS Pay is poised to become an alternative to the dollar:
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September 2025
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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank for WhatsApp Banking
For the Finnoviti 2025 Awards, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank filed a nomination for WhatsApp Banking.
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