David HollardinFinThoughtsThe Evolution of Adverse News Screening in Banking: From Manual Searches to AI-Powered IntelligenceIn today’s fast-paced financial world, banks face increasing pressure to protect themselves and their customers from potential risks. One…19h ago19h ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsUnlocking Global Value: How Banks Can Harness Client Data Across Business LinesIn today’s fast-paced digital world, data is often called the new oil. For banks, client data is an incredibly valuable resource that, when…20h ago20h ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsBalancing Act: How Financial Services Navigate Concentration Risk in Popular Offshoring HubsPicture this: A major financial institution wakes up to find its offshore operations in India grinding to a halt due to widespread power…1d ago1d ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsFrom Ledgers to Lightning: The Transformation of Banking Clearing ServicesIn the fast-paced world of finance, the behind-the-scenes processes that keep money moving are often overlooked. Yet, these systems have…1d ago1d ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsInside Japanese Mega Banks’ Nearshoring Strategies: Balancing Efficiency and RiskIn the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, Japanese mega banks are increasingly turning to nearshoring as a strategy to optimize…2d ago2d ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsBridging Generations: How Japanese Banks Are Flipping the Script on MentorshipJapanese financial institutions, long known for their traditional hierarchies and conservative approach, are embracing an innovative…2d ago2d ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsBanking on the Past: Keeping Mainframes and COBOL Alive in the Digital AgeIn an era of cloud computing, mobile banking, and artificial intelligence, it might surprise you to learn that many of the world’s largest…3d ago13d ago1
David HollardinFinThoughtsThe Metaverse Mirage: Has the Virtual Dream Already Faded?Imagine slipping on a sleek headset and instantly transporting to a vibrant digital world where you can work, play, and socialize with…3d ago3d ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsWall Street Meets Blockchain: How Traditional Exchanges Are Embracing DecentralizationIn the fast-paced world of finance, a quiet revolution is taking place. Traditional securities exchanges, the longtime pillars of global…4d ago4d ago
David HollardinFinThoughtsApp Overload: Navigating the Digital Maze of Banking, Payments, and Loyalty appsGrace stared at her smartphone, feeling overwhelmed. She had just spent the last 15 minutes juggling between her banking app, a mobile…5d ago5d ago