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StanChart Hit With $40M Fine For Transaction Rigging

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The New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) announced it has fined Standard Chartered $40 million for attempting to rig transactions in foreign exchange (FX) markets between 2007 and 2013.

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Chinese Officials Join US Politicians In Suddenly Falling Out Of Love With Big Tech 

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Published reports indicate that China’s central bank and banking, securities and foreign-exchange regulators summoned Ant Group executives this past weekend to discuss official concerns about the firm. Reuters quoted central bank Vice Gov. Read More On Big Tech: Five Ways The Connected Economy And Big Tech Helped U.S.

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Surviving the pandemic aftermath: an FP&A perspective

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Most FP&A professionals were aware of these gaps before the crisis, but the disruptions presented by COVID-19 have highlighted how vital a strong and dynamic financial system can support our rapidly changing business needs,” said Tricor’s Tam. For Sofitel’s Lee, the issues lie with governance. But recovery will not be easy.

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Tackling The Two Rs Of X-Border Payments

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When those parents in China send their $60,000 to MIT via Flywire’s platform, Frere explained, they are given a real-time rate based on current foreign exchange rates between their home country and where the money is being sent. Being Prepared For What’s Next.