Tag: Ukraine

Revolut expands services for Ukrainians and launches charity campaign with Clear...

Revolut, the global financial app with over 50 million customers, has announced an expansion of its services to Ukrainian residents, along with a new international donation campaign.

McGill and Partners launches groundbreaking war risk reinsurance facility for Ukraine

McGill and Partners, a leading independent global specialty insurance and reinsurance broker, has unveiled a pioneering war risk reinsurance facility specifically tailored for commercial...

How to build a robust framework for sanctions risk management

The world of international politics is fraught with unpredictability, where sudden changes in foreign relations can usher in swift and expansive sanctions regimes. According to...

Navigating the complex landscape of global sanctions in 2024

Sanctions play a crucial role in international diplomacy and law enforcement, ensuring that countries and entities adhere to international norms and regulations. Keeping up to date with the ever-evolving sanctions regulations, including OFAC's 50% Rule and the EU's new directives, remains a top priority for companies worldwide.

Expanding global cooperation: How new jurisdictions commit to CRS exchanges

On 23 April 2024, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) published a pivotal update, listing jurisdictions newly committed to the Automatic Exchange of Information (AEoI) and CRS Reporting. Taina Tech, which offers a fully automated FARCA and CRS validation platform, has recently commented on what these changes mean. 

WTW and VUSO collaborate to provide war-on-land risk coverage in Ukraine

WTW, a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company, has partnered with Ukrainian insurer VUSO to introduce a London market-backed facility covering cargo and war-on-land risks.

Neobank creator Fintech Farm raises $22m

Fintech Farm, which is helping to create neobanks in emerging markets, has reportedly closed its Series B funding round on $22m.

How the war in Ukraine has changed the view on sanctions

Since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war, the attention on sanctions – trade sanctions in-particular – has reached fever pitch. With more knowledge and focus on sanctions than ever before, what does this mean for their future?

Hacking gangs pick sides in developing Russia-Ukraine conflict

Hacking groups are beginning to choose sides on the Russia-Ukraine conflict as the invasion of Ukraine continues to heat up.

Zopa Bank to sponsor batch of work visas for Ukrainian nationals

Zopa Bank has said it will immediately sponsor 50 work visas for Ukrainian nationals following new guidance by UK Home Secretary Priti Patel.

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