The European Financial Review

Our weekly newsletter is out! As digital payments continue their meteoric rise — projected to hit $20.37 trillion in 2025 — forward-thinking businesses must adapt to a landscape shaped by speed, security, and smarter customer experiences. In this exclusive interview, Anna Enake, Business Development Manager at SPAYZ.io, unpacks the top payment trends poised to transform the industry. #TEFRFutureofFinance #TEFRNewsletter

#FutureOfFinance: Ready for what 2025 has in store for payments? It’s coming faster than you think! From mobile wallets to open banking and frictionless cross-border flows — the shift is massive, and SPAYZ.io is driving it. In this exclusive interview, Anna Enake, Business Development Manager at SPAYZ.io, breaks down the biggest trends shaping the future of finance — and what your business needs to stay ahead. Get ahead of the curve — dive into the insights for more! 🔗 https://bit.ly/449FvZm #DigitalPayments #Fintech #Innovation #OpenBanking

Is Compliance the Secret Weapon in Banking-as-a-Service? In a sector known for innovation and disruption, compliance might sound like a buzzkill—but for BaaS providers, it’s becoming a powerful competitive advantage. Kathleen (Cassy) Ramsey, Chief Risk Officer at Aion Bank (UniCredit Group), breaks down how embracing regulation isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s a way to build trust, scale faster, and future-proof growth. 💡 Want to see how smart players are turning compliance into strategy? Read the full piece here. #Banking #Compliance #BaaS

Just because you embrace change quickly, does not mean others should or will. Adapt to connect with others. A lesson I learned myself the hard way…and a few more thoughts in this article for those interested…

Can the Public Sector Go Green and Cut Costs? With rising pressure to deliver better services sustainably, public sector IT faces a tough question: how to modernize without breaking the budget. This piece by Jason Liggins, CEO of Crown Hosting Data Centres, explores how hybrid IT solutions are unlocking new value—boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and driving smarter decision-making. It's not just tech—it's transformation. 🌍 Curious how governments are making it work? Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3UGi2cG #ITSolutions #Sustainability #GreenBusiness

Is the Future of Global Finance Bigger Than CBDCs? While much of the world is focused on central bank digital currencies, a deeper shift is underway—one that could reshape global power dynamics and challenge long-standing financial norms. In this thought-provoking piece, Anton Chashchin, Founder & CEO of N7 Capital, explores Trump-era vision, strategic monetary moves, and what lies beyond digital currencies. What if the real financial revolution isn’t about technology—but about influence? 💡 Dive into the full analysis here: https://bit.ly/3E2kwgn #Finance #Trump #DigitalCurrency

Globalization isn’t dying—it’s splitting. But who’s drawing the lines? Trade wars, tariffs, and national strategies are fragmenting the world economy in ways that are reshaping everything from supply chains to power balances. This article by Dr. Dan Steinbock dives into how globalization is being re-engineered—not by economic forces alone, but by political agendas, national security fears, and strategic decoupling. If you think globalization is “over,” think again. This article breaks down how it's morphing—and why you need to understand the new playbook. #Globalization #Trump #Tariff

Feel like everything is changing—except your strategy? In a world rocked by geopolitical shifts, AI disruption, and stakeholder pressure, many European business leaders are struggling to lead with clarity. But what if the key to thriving through uncertainty isn’t control—but connection? For a fresh perspective on navigating change with confidence, read the full article by Marcus Wylie, Head of Culture at Insights. #Leadership #ChangeManagement #Strategy

💸 Is inflation silently sabotaging startup dreams? As the cost of capital rises, so does the pressure on founders and investors. But how exactly is inflation reshaping VC behavior — and what does it mean for early-stage innovation? Get the full picture — and the strategies to survive it in this article by Oleg Khusaenov, CEO&Founder of Zubr Capital Investment Company. #Startups #VentureCapital #Inflation #Entrepreneurship

What if the countdown isn’t to war—but to our last chance at peace? Nuclear weapons haven't disappeared—they've diversified, and global tensions are rising. But according to Joseph Mazur of Emerson College’s Marlboro Institute for Liberal Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies, the world still has a narrow window to abolish them before deterrence fails us entirely. This Editor's Choice of the Week article breaks down the urgent risks we face—and why this could be our last real chance to eliminate nuclear weapons before disaster strikes. For a sobering but essential look at what’s at stake, read the full article today! #GlobalSecurity #Geopolitics #PeaceBuilding