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EU Plans to Tighten Scrutiny of Banks' Loan Provisioning Standards

The EU's banking watchdog warned on Friday that banks would face challenges from regulators for their improper use of an accounting regulation.

UK's Finance Minister pushes G20 against Brexit

UK's Finance Minister George Osborne may take leverage of Group of 20 to support Britain to stay with the European Union (EU). G20 meeting is being held on 26-27 February in Shanghai. Brexit may be a major outcome at the G20 finance ministers meeting.

Poundsterling Took a Hit Over Possible "Brexit"

British currency suffered the biggest drop in one day, triggered by speculation Britain to leave. While Prime Minister Cameron stressed the importance of United Kingdom to stay in the EU.

EU warns Thailand of airline safety enhancement

Thailand’s airlines have been spared a ban from European skies despite concerns over flight safety in the country. Last Thursday, EU regulators issued a special warning over travelling on Airlines from Thailand, but stopped short of following last week’s US damaging safety downgrade for a country heavily dependent on tourism.

Starbucks and Fiat are required to pay back millions in taxes to Dutch and Luxembourg Government

The European Commission agreed that both Starbucks and Fiat have been benefiting under illegal tax system. Based on the new ruling, more corporation are expected to be under investigation soon.

Greece submits new proposals but creditors remain skeptic

Greece submitted new proposals that promise an overhaul to create additional revenue. The new proposal set could be ideal and more aligned to the creditors' earlier demands yet uncertainty remains.

Europol reveals arrest of 49 cyber criminals

Dozens of suspected cyber crime offenders were arrested by the Europol police after a series of investigations were conducted by law enforcement officers from UK and Belgium respectively.

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Hong Kong's Status as an International Financial Center at Crossroads

Hong Kong lost its status as a global financial hub amidst shifting rankings and regulatory hurdles. Read the implications of China's tightening grip and cross-border capital flow uncertainties.

Are Meme Stocks a Risky Bet or a Chance for Big Gains?

Tuesday saw a spike in the value of several "meme stocks," or businesses whose valuation is driven more by social media talk than by more conventional economic factors like growth and profitability.

Hong Kong's Financial Status Plummets EUI from Fourth to Ninth Place Amidst Global Rankings and China's Grip

Hong Kong's business ecosystem has caused the EIU to downgrade it to ninth place and the Global Financial Centers Index to rank it fourth.

Heat Wave Hack: How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Breaking the Bank

You could find yourself rushing to lower the thermostat's setting more frequently if scorching temperatures are predicted.

US Cites "Spying Concerns" in Banning Chinese Crypto Miner Near Nuclear Base

Citing fears about espionage, US President Joe Biden has ordered a Chinese-owned bitcoin miner and its partners to sell land they hold close to a US nuclear missile station.

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Can Taxing the Rich Save Social Security?

Due to a budget deficit, Social Security may not be able to provide retired Americans with their full payments in around ten years.

Trump Allies Gather as Cohen Testifies on 'Hush Money' Allegations

House Speaker Mike Johnson was among a group of close Republican allies of Donald Trump who showed up in the Manhattan criminal courthouse on Tuesday to express support for the former president while his attorneys tried to discredit the key witness in the "hush money" trial.

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