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MariBank Launches Mari Invest Gold, Offering S$1 Minimum Investment in Physical Gold
MariBank introduces Mari Invest Gold, allowing customers to invest in LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold Fund with just S$1. The fund offers secure, convenient access to gold, supporting wealth preservation and portfolio diversification for Singapore investors.
FreeAgent and Pleo Partner to Simplify SME Expenses
FreeAgent integrates with Pleo to automate expense tracking for UK SMEs, syncing card transactions, receipts, and VAT in real time. The partnership reduces manual data entry, giving business owners clearer visibility and more time to focus on growth.
The New Reality of Studying Abroad: Climate, Currency, Careers
Global education in 2025 faces new challenges: climate risks, currency volatility, and career-focused visas. Students now choose destinations based on affordability, stability, and employability, shifting the study abroad dream from prestige to practical preparedness.
PayPal Launches PayPal+ in UK
PayPal unveils PayPal+ loyalty programme in the UK, integrating debit and credit cards, Buy Now Pay Later, and in-store payments. Customers earn points redeemable online, enhancing flexibility, rewards, and seamless omnichannel payment experiences.
UK’s tGBP Stablecoin Listed on Kraken
Tokenised GBP (tGBP), the FCA-registered GBP-backed stablecoin, launches on Kraken, enabling compliant UK users to access DeFi, crypto-backed loans, and on-chain GBP yield while supporting broader adoption of regulated digital assets.
NANT Launches Blockchain-Enabled Capital Markets Platform
Nant Global Finance unveils a fully integrated, blockchain-enabled capital markets platform, combining regulated brokerage, exchange operations, transfer agency services, and tokenized settlement to modernize U.S. and global public securities trading.