Mental Health and Wellness Sector Sees Growing Demand Amid Pandemic-Fueled Investment Surge

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly raised awareness around mental health, prompting a surge in demand for mental health and wellness (MHW) services. As this sector evolves, the increased utilization of telehealth and virtual platforms has reshaped the industry, while investments in mental health solutions continue to grow. Key Insights: Looking Forward: The future of mental […]

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Lawhive Secures $40M in Series A Funding Amid Record Year for Legal Tech Investment

London-based legal tech startup Lawhive has successfully raised $40 million in its Series A funding round, marking a significant milestone in an already record-setting year for venture capital in the legal technology sector. The round, led by GV and TQ Ventures, follows a £9.5 million seed funding round completed just seven months ago, which was […]

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Can What Remains of Sudan’s Financial System Be Used to Fight Famine? | Blog

Today marks 600 days of war in Sudan – a war that has generated what the UN calls “a freight train of suffering.” Even as ongoing crises in Ukraine and Gaza draw more international attention, Sudan has become the site of a declared famine and the world’s largest current displacement crisis. While international attention remains […]

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Seizing the Moment: FATF Revisions and Financial Inclusion 2.0 | Blog

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is consulting about proposed revisions to its anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, and counter-proliferation financing (AML/CFT/CPF) standards. The proposed revisions to Recommendation 1 (R.1) aim to bolster financial inclusion by refining how the risk-based approach (RBA) is implemented globally. While the updates are a step forward, the financial inclusion community […]

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Saudi Arabia Renews $3 Billion Loan to Pakistan to Strengthen Foreign Reserves

Saudi Arabia has extended its financial support to Pakistan by renewing a $3 billion deposit with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), continuing a partnership aimed at bolstering Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves. This renewal, announced by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), will provide Pakistan with much-needed liquidity to stabilize its economy amid significant debt […]

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$1 trillion Estimated Cost of Startup Failure: Reversing the Trend and Building a Thriving Business Ecosystem

Startup businesses are the backbone of innovation, economic growth, and job creation worldwide. However, despite their immense potential, a staggering 90% of startups fail, leaving billions of dollars in lost investments and untapped opportunities. This high failure rate presents a critical challenge, not only to entrepreneurs but also to the broader economy. In this article, […]

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Israel Bank Leumi speaks your language: Stop translating – start banking!

Bank Leumi makes it easy for English speakers to conduct their banking business entirely in English – both online and in person – with a variety of services in English that enable users to quickly and easily access their accounts, communicate with bank representatives, and perform a wide variety of transactions. In fact, Bank Leumi […]

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ADNOC Launches XRG: An $80 Billion Investment Platform for Low-Carbon Energy and Chemicals

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has introduced XRG, a groundbreaking international investment platform with an enterprise value exceeding $80 billion. This newly formed venture aims to drive the transition towards lower-carbon energy and chemicals, capitalizing on emerging global trends to position itself for long-term growth. XRG will operate as an independent entity with […]

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IFC Secures AUD 700M Through Green Kangaroo Bond to Boost Biodiversity and Climate Initiatives

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has successfully raised AUD 700 million through a 10-year green Kangaroo bond to fund biodiversity and environmental initiatives in emerging markets. This landmark issuance is part of the IFC’s broader efforts to close the biodiversity finance gap and promote sustainable development in regions […]

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Israeli tech faces fundraising challenges, private investors step up

Concerns regarding Israel’s political and economic stability have introduced new challenges for fundraising in the tech sector. In response, angel investors and investment clubs are stepping up to offer late-stage investment opportunities to fill the gap. Recent reports from Israel’s Innovation Authority and Start-Up Nation Central (SNC) highlight the impact of geopolitical turbulence on Israel’s […]

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