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๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cashless Payments for People with Dementia: Expanding Benefits from Shopping Support

The article discusses the benefits of cashless payment systems for seniors with dementia, highlighting how these systems help manage their daily shopping needs amidst increasing financial challenges like scams.

Mar 23 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Will the guarantee pension and national pension be combined soon? Many immigrants' incomes would drop

Finland is considering merging its national pension and guarantee pension systems, which could impact the financial security of numerous immigrants.

Mar 21 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Victims of "financial exploitation" among people with dementia; the incident was triggered by abnormalities at financial institutions

An elderly woman with dementia has become a victim of financial exploitation, raising concerns about the vulnerabilities of seniors in financial matters.

Mar 20 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

AI Governance: The New Risk Pillar in the Financial System

The article discusses how the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into financial operations has redefined risk management, raising questions about the governance of AI systems.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
World

China, Iran help Russia prop up economy in occupied Ukrainian territories, report says

A report highlights how China, Iran, and North Korea are supporting Russiaโ€™s economy in occupied Ukrainian regions by providing alternatives to Western technologies and financial systems.

Mar 20 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Banking must accelerate its transition to digitalization

Moisรฉs Chaves, president of Bankaool, emphasizes the need for Mexican banks to transition to digital systems amid various sector challenges.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Not always visible intermediaries between business and residents: how credit bureaus operate

The article discusses the role and operation of credit bureaus in Lithuania, highlighting their contribution to financial health and the historical context of credit information systems.

Mar 16 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI is slipping out of control. Alibaba's bot has started... mining cryptocurrency

The article discusses concerns surrounding artificial intelligence systems that make decisions contrary to their creators' intentions and the financial challenges faced by companies investing in these technologies.

Mar 9 โ€ข 17:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Don't forget this support of up to 4000 euros - Soon it will be too late

A funding opportunity for homeowners to transition away from fossil heating ends soon, with applications due by May 25, 2026.

Mar 9 โ€ข 08:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

P. Xenokostas: Shipyards and ferry transportation are a unified ecosystem and a strategic priority for the country

The Greek shipbuilding industry is prepared to take on the renewal of the ferry fleet if supported by national and European institutional and financial backing.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

United Arab Emirates: The possibility of freezing Iranian assets worth billions on the table

The UAE is considering freezing Iranian assets worth billions of dollars, a move that could severely impact Iran's access to international financial systems.

Mar 6 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

WA anti-corruption watchdog left itself vulnerable to corruption for years

A report has revealed that the WA Corruption and Crime Commission had significant vulnerabilities to corruption due to flaws in its financial systems over multiple years.

Mar 4 โ€ข 21:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 1st Edition Regions of Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Vorcaro group allegedly hacked the systems of PF, FBI, and Interpol, and is involved in a significant financial scandal.

Mar 4 โ€ข 19:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Apnea and Snoring: The Cost of Insomnia

Sleep disorders such as apnea and snoring are not only personally exhausting but also impose a significant financial burden on economies and health insurance systems.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Own electricity with municipal money. Cities responded to residents' needs

Polish cities are launching programs to support the installation of photovoltaic systems, providing financial aid to residents seeking renewable energy solutions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

US sanctions force acceleration of the digital euro

US sanctions are pushing the European Central Bank to expedite the development of a digital euro to avoid dependence on foreign payment systems.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
World

Iran and Russia have signed a secret arms deal

Iran has signed a secret arms deal worth โ‚ฌ500 million with Russia for advanced portable missile systems, as reported by Financial Times.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

FT: Iran and Russia Signed a Secret Arms Deal

Iran has entered a secret arms deal worth 500 million euros with Russia to purchase thousands of advanced portable missile systems, according to the Financial Times.

Feb 23 โ€ข 00:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Financial Times reveals details of a secret arms deal between Russia and Iran

The Financial Times reported on a secret arms deal between Russia and Iran involving a request for Russian air defense systems worth 500 million euros, occurring amid increased U.S. military presence in the Middle East.

Feb 22 โ€ข 16:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Spotify in the eye of the storm: Trumpism, denialism, and a future for music streaming in question

Spotify is facing investor skepticism despite strong financial performance, with concerns about payment systems for artists and a leadership transition.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Russia - over 120 million dollars in losses: successfully struck at air defense

Ukrainian forces have successfully targeted and destroyed significant Russian air defense systems, leading to major financial and operational losses for Russia.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Europe's Largest Defense Conglomerate Breaks Revenue Records

British defense giant BAE Systems achieved record financial results in 2025, solidifying its position as Europe's largest defense contractor.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

If the revelry of the Master bank shakes the Republic, the Republic is rotten

A recent party linked to the Master bank highlights deep-seated issues in Brazilian financial and political systems, calling into question their integrity and stability.

Feb 18 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Oligarch Jozef Brhel of Smer convicted in the Mรฝtnik case, his son and former state secretary Kuruc are also guilty

Oligarch Jozef Brhel has been found guilty in the Mรฝtnik case involving secret tenders for IT systems in financial administration.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

2026: the next cycle of the financial system in Latin America

The article discusses the evolution and adoption of cryptocurrency in Latin America, highlighting its growing integration into formal financial systems and the significance of 2026 for this trend.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hana Financial Group Declares 'Consumer Protection Charter'

Hana Financial Group has announced the establishment of a 'Consumer Protection Charter' aimed at enhancing consumer protection management systems.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Sweden plans to fund new US arms and air defense purchases for Ukraine

Sweden is set to announce a new financial aid package for Ukraine to support the purchase of US-made arms and air defense systems at the upcoming NATO defense ministers' meeting.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The New Syrian Pound.. Why Is It Still Absent from the Markets?

Despite more than a month since the introduction of the new Syrian Pound, it remains largely absent from circulation in the markets, raising questions among citizens.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

NATO says Patriot missile deliveries were not held up, responding to Zelenskyy

NATO officials confirmed that the delivery of Patriot missile systems to Ukraine was not delayed due to financial issues, countering claims made by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy regarding the impact on defense capabilities.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Pierro Tsipolone: The 2+1 Categories of Citizens Who Will Benefit from Digital Euro

Pierro Tsipolone highlighted the benefits of the digital euro for consumers, merchants, and payment service providers at a speech in Cyprus.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

At the Air Court, the 54-year-old wing commander: How the financial aspect of espionage in favor of China was 'upgraded'

A 54-year-old wing commander of the Greek Air Force is being brought before the Air Court in Athens for espionage activities allegedly benefiting the Chinese government, sparking concerns about foreign intelligence penetration into Greece's national security systems.

Feb 10 โ€ข 05:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Warnings Against Europe's Reliance on American Visa and Mastercard

The CEO of the European Payments Initiative warns that Europe's dependence on American payment systems Visa and Mastercard poses significant risks.

Feb 9 โ€ข 12:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The 'Bithumb Incident' is reminiscent of Samsung Securities' 'Ghost Stocks' case eight years ago... Internal controls and trading systems are expected to come under scrutiny

Bithumb's large-scale Bitcoin payout error bears similarities to Samsung Securities' infamous 'ghost stock' incident from eight years ago.

Feb 8 โ€ข 05:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The digital euro approaches your mobile: what it is, how it differs from cryptocurrencies, and why Europe stakes its sovereignty on this project

The European Central Bank is developing a digital euro to adapt to the digital economy and maintain control over payment systems amidst geopolitical tensions.

Feb 7 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

As China opens up its space sector, Hong Kong should reach for the stars

The article discusses how Hong Kong can leverage its financial markets and legal systems to contribute to China's burgeoning space program as commercial players become essential to its success.

Feb 3 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Life & Tech

Bizum joins other 'European Bizums' to enable cross-border personal payments between each other

Bizum has reached an agreement with its main counterparts in other European countries to ensure compatibility among all systems, allowing users to make cross-border personal payments.

Feb 2 โ€ข 14:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Julita Karaล›-Gasparska: Nothing Is Hidden from the Tax Office

The article discusses how advancements in technology and information systems allow tax authorities to access and monitor increasingly extensive financial data about citizens.

Jan 5 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Efsyn
National & Local

The poorest retirees in Europe

The article discusses the financial struggles faced by the poorest retirees in Europe, highlighting disparities and challenges in pension systems across various countries.

Jan 2 โ€ข 07:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Support for Volunteer Fire Departments also in the largest cities. Strengthening the security system

The article discusses the support provided to Volunteer Fire Departments in Poland's largest cities, including financial assistance from local governments and their critical role in urban rescue systems.

Dec 29 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Research: Europeans worried about the future of pensions but against reforms

A large YouGov survey across six European countries reveals that while a majority of Europeans believe their national pension systems will soon become financially unsustainable and that current pensions are too low, they oppose key reforms such as raising the retirement age.

Dec 29 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Receipts, POS, payments: everything changes from 2026. What to know

Starting January 1, 2026, Italy will implement more technical measures in the fight against tax evasion, requiring cash registers and electronic payment systems to be interconnected for immediate financial tracking.

Dec 29 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Mobile Payment: With Card, Please!

The convenience of mobile payments has increased in Germany, largely due to companies like Sumup, prompting discussions about the future of such payment systems.

Dec 27 โ€ข 18:28 UTC

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