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Published on Apr 16, 2026

Kazakhstan adopts palm‑vein biometrics for banking in national deployment

Palm biometrics is getting a big boost in Central Asia as one of the world’s largest countries sees major implementation of one of the most secure biometric modalities. Kazakhstan’s National Bank and the Agency for Regulation and Development of the …

Source: Biometric Update - Pending
Published on Apr 9, 2026

Kazakhstan presents a compelling investment story – Lisa Kaestner, IFC Director

- You recently assumed your new role. Could you share details about your career journey and leadership experience? - I joined IFC as Resident Representative in Georgia in 1999, and that early experience shaped how I approach working directly with local …

Source: Kazinform - Pending
Published on Apr 8, 2026

Kazakhstan Pushes to Unlock Private Investment as IFC Backs Reform Drive

Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a more attractive destination for private investment, as authorities push to expand infrastructure, improve access to capital, and strengthen its role along key Eurasian trade routes. In an interview with The Times of …

Source: Times of Central Asia - Neutral
Published on Apr 6, 2026

More than 240 thousand Kyrgyz citizens have imposed a self-ban on loans through "Tündük"

Since the service began on November 1, 2025, and until April 6, 2026, more than 243.6 thousand Kyrgyz citizens have taken the opportunity to activate a self-imposed credit ban in the "Tündük" mobile application. This free and voluntary service …

Source: Open KG - Pending
Published on Mar 31, 2026

In Kyrgyzstan, about 62% of microloans issued in 2025 were directed towards consumer needs

Material prepared by K-News. Permission from the editorial office of K-News is required for copying or partial use. According to data from the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan, in 2025, microfinance organizations issued loans totaling 86 …

Source: Open KG - Pending
Published on Apr 1, 2026

Kazakhstan Is Rethinking Its Healthcare System, Focusing on Prevention

Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Health has outlined updated investment and development plans for 2023-2027, signaling a shift in the country’s healthcare approach from treating diseases to preventing them, strengthening biosafety, and expanding mental health …

Source: Times of Central Asia - Neutral
Published on Apr 14, 2026

Central Bank fines 20 banks, warns 17 over compliance lapses.

The Central Bank of Uzbekistan on April 13 said its Banking Supervision Committee reviewed 29 issues in March and issued relevant decisions. It said 17 of the items related to registration and licensing, including amendments to credit institutions’ …

Source: Kun.uz - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 3, 2026

Victims of online credit fraud to be exempted from debt repayments.

Uzbekistan has established a formal procedure for compensating material damage caused to users by fraudulent activities involving online credits and microloans. Under the new rules, once a citizen is officially recognized as a victim of such a crime, their …

Source: Kun.uz - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 8, 2026

Two-week truce between the United States and Iran. Peace talks in Islamabad

Today’s headlines: New appointments in Vietnam, from the Prime Minister to the Governor of the Central Bank; In Urumqi, “useful” progress between Afghanistan and Pakistan towards ending the conflict; Thailand set to close petrol stations at night in …

Source: PIME AsiaNews - Right-wing
Published on Mar 26, 2026

GBFF expands global reach with $73 million in new biodiversity project approvals

The Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF) of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) approved 20 new project preparation grants for projects spanning 25 countries, including 16 countries accessing the GBFF for the first time. With a total of $73.4 …

Source: Global Environment Facility - Center-left
Published on Mar 26, 2026

Georgia’s 100 Richest Entrepreneurs

A new chapter for Forbes Georgia: for the first time, we present a consolidated ranking of the 100 richest entrepreneurs in Georgia. For 15 years, we have covered the country’s wealth creators. Now, for the first time, a structured and comprehensive …

Source: Forbes Georgia - Pending
Published on Mar 26, 2026

Central Bank imposes fines on 11 commercial banks.

The Banking Supervision Committee of the Central Bank of Uzbekistan held a series of meetings in February 2026, resulting in significant disciplinary actions against several financial institutions. According to the regulator’s press service, 11 commercial …

Source: Kun.uz - Indeterminate

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Published on April 15, 2026 - 18:49 GMT

President Lai to lead delegation on visit to Kingdom of Eswatini

TAIWAN, April 14 - On the morning of April 13, the Office of the President held a press conference to announce that President Lai Ching-te will lead a delegation from April 22 to 26 on a visit to the Kingdom of Eswatini, a diplomatic ally of Taiwan, and …

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Published on April 14, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Euronet Expands Omnichannel Payment Solutions with Strategic Acquisition of PaynoPain

LEAWOOD, Kan., April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet Worldwide (NASDAQ: EEFT), a global leader in payment processing and cross-border transactions, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire PaynoPain, a Spanish fintech company …

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Published on April 13, 2026 - 12:57 GMT

Sify reports Consolidated Financial Results for FY 2025-26

Revenues of INR 44,877 Million. EBITDA of INR 9,871 Million. Loss for the year INR 1,366 Million. CHENNAI, India, April 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DETAILS OF EARNING CALL April 13, 2026 | 8:30 AM ET | 06:00 PM IST Participant Dial in: To join: +1- …

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Published on April 12, 2026 - 22:00 GMT

Benin Heads to Polls to Elect New President

(MENAFN) Voters across Benin streamed to polling stations Sunday to cast ballots in a presidential race that analysts have already characterized as having a "foregone outcome," with the ruling coalition's candidate widely expected to emerge …

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Published on April 7, 2026 - 13:40 GMT

Database Monitoring Software Market Fueled by AI-Driven Observability to Reach USD 11.85 Bn by 2032

Advanced monitoring is evolving with AI-driven observability and zero-trust security, ensuring real-time data resilience across complex global infrastructures. ROCKVILLE , MD, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global …

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Published on April 2, 2026 - 12:49 GMT

EBY ENTERS BRIDAL WITH THE NAUGHTY BRIDE COLLECTION

NEW YORK, NY, April 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EBY, the leading performance intimates brand backed by investors including Sofia Vergara, Rosario Dawson, and Venus Williams, today announced its first-ever bridal line: The Naughty Bride Collection. The …

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Published on March 26, 2026 - 13:15 GMT

Pawn Shop Market to Reach USD 46.37 Billion by 2032: Rising Demand for Collateral-Based Finance

The Pawn Shop Market was valued at USD 36.20 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 46.37 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 3.6%. ROCKVILLE , MD, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pawn Shop Market to Reach USD 46.37 …

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Published on March 31, 2026 - 13:15 GMT

Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (IPSI) Announces First Revenue from Astria Insurance Solutions Inc., Marking Initial ...

LAS VEGAS, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTC: IPSI) (“IPSI” or the “Company”) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Astria Insurance Solutions Inc. (“AIS”), has reached a key milestone with the …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 19:29 GMT

CRO:NYX Digital Earns HubSpot Financial Services Industry Specialist Designation

CRO:NYX Digital has been officially designated a HubSpot Financial Services Industry Specialist. GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CRO:NYX Digital has been officially designated a HubSpot Financial Services …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 19:26 GMT

TheFinanceResource.com has launched a custom business plan writing service

TheFinanceResource.com, a highly established busniess planning portal, has launched a new business plan writing service. NEW HOPE, PA, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After nearly 20 years of operation, TheFinanceResource.com …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

Bwendi Launches 'Economic Gravity' Engine to Bridge the Global Geography Penalty

Swiss-based Bwendi launches a patent-pending API mapping economic gravity and commercial truth, allowing global capital to bypass legacy infrastructure. WYNIGEN, BERN, SWITZERLAND, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bwendi, a Swiss-based location …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 16:45 GMT

Soriano Announces 'The Renaissance of E-Mobility': Unveiling the Giaguaro EV Series in NYC and New CT Manufacturing Hub

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Soriano Motori Corp Announces "The Renaissance of Electric Mobility": Unveiling the Giaguaro EV Series in NYC and New Connecticut Manufacturing …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 16:41 GMT

The Future of History: Soriano and Arius Technology Announce Landmark Digital Preservation of Rome’s Galleria Borghese

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Future of History: Marco Antonio Soriano and Arius Technology Announce Landmark Digital Preservation of Rome’s Galleria Borghese ROME, ITALY – In a historic …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 16:31 GMT

Nirji Ventures Relaunches as Full-Service Fund-Raising and Strategic Advisory Firm, Targeting Asia and the Americas

Singapore-headquartered firm brings 35+ years of deal experience to a redesigned advisory practice spanning M&A, capital raising, and business transformation SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nirji Ventures Pte. Ltd …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 11:33 GMT

Cryptopolitan’s Newsletter data reveals that 35% of crypto investors have already moved into tokenized assets

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One in three crypto investors has already allocated capital to tokenized assets, according to the report based on Cryptopolitan’s Newsletter Poll conducted on April 6, 2026. This comes as …

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Published on April 18, 2026 - 11:18 GMT

Thailand Doubles Down on False Claims in Yim Leak Case, Freezes Another 8.3 Billion Baht

BANGKOK , THAILAND, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thailand’s Anti-Money Laundering Office froze an additional 8.269 billion baht in assets on April 8, bringing the total amount frozen in the case against Cambodian businessman Yim Leak, his …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 23:03 GMT

ArrowHeart Foundation to Celebrate Scholarships Recipients at Toyota Arena

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ArrowHeart Foundation, the 501(c)(3) of Arrowhead Credit Union, will host its annual ArrowHeart Scholarship Award Ceremony on Monday, April 20 at Toyota Arena in Ontario, …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 22:23 GMT

Concierge Auctions: Rare Boutique Tribeca Penthouse in New York City Pending Sale at Auction in just 42 Days

Turnkey duplex in coveted Manhattan neighborhood is pending sale at auction in cooperation with Compass NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Concierge Auctions announced today that a rare, turnkey Tribeca penthouse with a …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 21:15 GMT

Hong Kong Stablecoins, OTC and Global Payments Forum to Convene on Apr. 20 in Causeway Bay

Industry leaders from Galaxy, Gate, Amber Group, OSL and more gather in Hong Kong to discuss stablecoins, OTC liquidity and the future of global payments. HONG KONG, CHINA, April 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New Liquidity Highway: Connecting …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 21:09 GMT

When the World Stops, Farmers Don’t: Kisaan Parivar Highlights Agriculture as the Foundation of Life-Dr. Bhupal Nanavath

When the World Stops, Farmers Don’t - The Truth About Agriculture Nobody Can Ignore HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when global systems are increasingly shaped by uncertainty, disruption, and rapid …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 21:02 GMT

Rodeo Realty’s Jesse James Johnston Presents Veteran-Owned Barbershop & Retail Property in Canoga Park

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A unique commercial real estate opportunity is now available at 21627 Sherman Way in Canoga Park, CA, where a fully operating, veteran-owned barbershop with strong community …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 20:57 GMT

Secure Traces Launches AI Readiness-Governance-Security Offering

Secure Traces Launches AI Readiness-Governance-Security Offering to Help High-Stakes Enterprises Deploy AI with Confidence ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Secure Traces, a cybersecurity and enterprise IT firm …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 20:23 GMT

Figliuzzi Wetland Mitigation Bank Now Available for Acquisition in Minnesota

A fully approved 163-acre Sedge Meadow wetland mitigation bank with ~147.85 federally approved credits is now offered for sale in Beltrami County, Minnesota. KELLIHER, MN, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mitigation …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 19:52 GMT

Economic Club of Las Vegas to Host ‘The Insider's View on Las Vegas and Gaming in 2026’ Reception Event

Economic Club of Las Vegas, along with industry-leading guest speakers, to discuss their views on the economic impacts shaping the gaming industry in Las Vegas. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Economic Club of Las …

Distribution channels: Amusement, Gaming & Casino, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on April 17, 2026 - 19:40 GMT

FRANDZEL EARNS CHAMBERS SPOTLIGHT CALIFORNIA RANKING FOR SECOND YEAR

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frandzel Robins Bloom & Csato, L.C. announced today its selection in the Chambers Spotlight California 2026 guide. The firm is ranked for Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Los …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 19:35 GMT

Richmond City Councillor Alexa Loo Wins the Global Fred Award for Public Service Excellence

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Global Fred Award & Certification Committee (GFA & GFC) announced that Alexa Loo, City Councillor of Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, has been honored with the Global Fred Award …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 19:30 GMT

Vince Gill Highlights Oklahoma Hispanic Hall of Fame Ceremony at OCCC

Vince Gill Highlights Oklahoma Hispanic Hall of Fame Ceremony at OCCC Chairman David Echols and President Dr. Mautra Staley Jones Among Honorees OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A moving tribute from Vince Gill …

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Published on April 17, 2026 - 18:42 GMT

Secure Communities Forum and World Police Summit Convene Global Dialogue on Crypto Security and Policing

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Secure Communities Forum (SCF), in collaboration with the World Police Summit (WPS), successfully convened the Crypto Security & Policing Dialogue, bringing together …

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