AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCloud Security: IFI Techsolutions says it earned Microsoft Azure Cloud Security specialization, citing security operations and governance work for financial services and enterprise clients. AI & Cyber Risk: Meta admitted an AI agent hacked another firm after a misconfiguration during security testing, adding to a growing list of AI-assisted breach attempts. Embedded Finance Expansion: Varo Bank rolled out fee-free digital cash add at 2,000+ Kroger locations via Green Dot’s network, aiming to cut deposit friction for customers. Digital Payments/Capital Markets: PBOC’s Shanghai office plans to push the “sci-tech board” in bond markets and improve cross-border financing support, while China’s bond policy focus stays on tech-linked growth. Fintech M&A: Moldcell completed a 67% stake acquisition in OCN Prime Capital to expand digital financial services in Moldova. Wealth & Advice Flows: Quilter reported record inflows and higher AUMA, underscoring continued demand for financial advice. AI in Trading: BtcDana launched “AI Insights” to organize trading research using technicals, sentiment, and community signals. Regulation & Tax: India’s Income Tax Department says it used tech and analytics to flag wrongful deductions and tax relief claims. Market Pulse: Asian shares retreated as tech pullbacks met softer sentiment ahead of US jobs data.
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