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Amid increased scrutiny on private banks following the IDFC First Bank fiasco, Yes Bank on Thursday said it has taken stringent measures to safeguard customers after its Multi-Currency Prepaid Forex Card recorded an unusual increase in transaction declines.In an exchange filing, the private lender said unauthorised transactions, in the card partnered with BookMyForex, were attempted on specific BIN numbers, triggering alerts within its fraud monitoring systems. Also Read | RBI summons Yes Bank executives over forex card breach”These fraudulent transactions were carried out on 15 merchants based in a Latin American country in the early hours of February 24, 2026,…

GB Bank has reduced rates across its core buy-to-let range by up to 0.25%, with products now starting from 4.69% at 65% LTV. GB Bank has reduced rates across its core buy-to-let mortgage range, cutting 2-year and 3-year fixed rates by 0.25% and 5-year fixed rates by 0.20%. Available immediately through intermediaries, the revised range now starts from 4.69% at 65% loan-to-value and 4.92% at 75% LTV. The bank said the reductions build on the recent launch of its core proposition, which is available to first-time landlords, professional landlords, limited companies and special purpose vehicles (SPVs). Alongside standard buy-to-let cases,…

Introduction The Supreme Court of India recently delivered a significant judgment in the case of The Cosmos Co. Operative Bank Ltd. v. Central Bank of India & Ors., clarifying the principles surrounding equitable mortgages under Section 58 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882. This ruling addresses the validity of mortgages created through unregistered agreements and the implications of such agreements on the rights of financial institutions in recovery proceedings. Case Background The case arose from a dispute between The Cosmos Co. Operative Bank Ltd. (the appellant) and the Central Bank of India (the respondent). The appellant sought to challenge…

Carlos Esteller and the Aled Towing Team Deliver Competitive, Expert Towing Solutions for Drivers Across Smyrna, GeorgiaAled Towing, a locally owned towing and roadside assistance company in Smyrna, Georgia, is announcing its full range of professional towing services for drivers and property managers throughout the area. Led by Carlos Esteller, recognized as the best tow truck driver in Smyrna, GA, the company operates its own flatbed tow truck and car carrier to handle everything from short-distance tows to local dealers or repair shops, to long-distance vehicle transport.Drivers searching for a reliable towing provider in Smyrna, Georgia no longer need to…

Mount Sinai Medical Center shared a post on LinkedIn: “After being diagnosed with stage IV ovarian cancer in 2019, Carmen E. Chumaceiro Villasmil has spent nearly seven years under the care of Dr. Brian Slomovitz, Director of Gynecologic Oncology, at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Now, with the recent FDA approval of a new treatment option for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, patients like Carmen have expanded possibilities when they need them most. Reflecting on the breakthrough, Carmen shared, ‘Knowing that there are people working to give others a chance at life—it’s everything.’ Ovarian cancer remains one of the most challenging gynecologic cancers…

Guest nights in UK short-term rental accommodation rose by 11.5% in 2025 to 100.9 million, up from 90.5 million the previous year, according to Office for National Statistics data, intensifying concerns about the impact on long-term rental housing supply. Wales recorded the strongest growth among the home nations, with guest nights increasing by 17.4%, while the North East saw the largest regional rise at 22.2%. Domestic visitors accounted for 67.2% of all guest nights, with Germany the only major international market to record growth at 8.5%. Visits from the US, France and other Asian markets declined. Impact on rental sector…

Hedge funds have been ramping up bets against embattled logistics software group WiseTech Global after a fresh scandal embroiled its billionaire founder Richard White and accelerated a year-long slump in the share price.More than $2 billion was erased from WiseTech’s market value on Monday after a report emerged that White was being investigated by the Australian Federal Police over claims he exploited a woman’s immigration status and financial insecurity for sex.Loading… Source link

Internet-only lender targets full takeover by year-end (Kakao Bank) Kakao Bank said Thursday it plans to fully acquire Mastern Capital, marking its first major move into nonbank lending as Korea’s largest digital-only lender seeks to broaden its financial services portfolio.The bank’s board approved the purchase Wednesday of all 5 million shares in Mastern Capital for 24.1 billion won ($15.6 million), according to a regulatory filing.Founded in 2022 through a joint investment by Mastern Investment Management and NH Investment & Securities, Mastern Capital is a specialized credit finance company offering leasing, corporate finance and other services.Kakao Bank said it aims to…

If you were born on June 24, your tarot cards reveal a year of powerful transformation, meaningful relationships, financial growth, personal freedom, and exciting new possibilities. This is a year that encourages you to release what no longer serves you, embrace a fresh perspective, and step confidently toward the future you deserve.Birthday horoscope (Pinterest )Overall EnergyThe Hanged Man suggests that the year may begin with a period of reflection, reassessment, or temporary delays. While some plans may seem slow to develop, these pauses are not setbacks. Instead, they are offering valuable insight and helping you see situations from a new…

Hello, my name is Divyanshu Verma, and I am a recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I helped found Verma Research Capital (VRC), a quantitative hedge fund focused on using technology, artificial intelligence and mathematical research to improve investment decision-making in asset management. I am an international student from India, and I just completed my master’s in computer science in May 2025. During my time at the university, I was actively involved in financial markets and served as a Quantitative Portfolio Manager in the Student Investment Club, where I worked on portfolio analysis, investment research and risk management. I…