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Eco-Finance Incentives For Adapting Climate Change

Eco-Finance Incentives For Adapting Climate Change

The world is currently at risk of the fallout of the climate, from hotter temperatures to sudden floods. Since 2009, the global climate conferences have agreed on mobilising $100 billion a year for climate change mitigation. With the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP 28) on climate change, Southeast Asia becomes the limelight for the…

Beyond Pink And Blue 

Beyond Pink And Blue 

In 2019, a researcher from Business Fights Poverty highlighted that female body portrayals in ads caused nearly a quarter of women to feel ashamed of their appearance. Similarly, a study by Dove in the US revealed that 70% of women felt they weren’t represented in the media. These stereotypical depictions have been shown to restrict…

Reshaping Reality With Deepfake Technology

Reshaping Reality With Deepfake Technology

Deepfake technology, artificial but hyper-realistic media created by algorithms, is one of the recent technological advancements in artificial intelligence that presents a larger risk for organisations. This new advancement is amplified by lightning speed and the broader reach of social media, which can reach millions of people in no time and create market deceptions. A…

RBI Estimates India’s Annual Growth At 7% For FY2023-24

RBI Estimates India’s Annual Growth At 7% For FY2023-24

The Reserve Bank of India has estimated that the growth rate of India’s GDP in the fiscal year 2023-24 will be around 7%. Previously, the predicted growth was at 6.5%. The Indian economy grew more than expected, with 7.6% growth in the quarter ending in September and then recorded a growth of 7.8% in the…

10 Most Inspiring Women Leaders in India 2023

Introduction India’s strides in achieving greater gender diversity in corporate boardrooms deserve applause. The increased presence of women in these spaces isn’t just a statistical win; it marks a profound cultural and systemic shift. It signals a departure from traditional norms that have long shaped the corporate landscape. As India aims for an 8% GDP…

From Grievances to Justice

From Grievances to Justice

With easy access to knowledge, people are becoming more and more aware of consumer rights every day to avoid unfair trading deals. Businesses are obligated to serve the customer interest above all, but many times, customers are being tricked and exploited. The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) was introduced in 1986 to eliminate this and make…

JP Morgan To Outsource $520 Billion Custody Business

JP Morgan To Outsource $520 Billion Custody Business

One of the World’s largest multinational financial services firms, JP Morgan, is looking for another bank to take over its local custody business in Hong Kong and Taiwan, according to a report by Reuters. The total value of clients’ assets under custody in these 2 markets is around $520 billion. However, the exact financial details…

Robotic Automation Shaping New Tomorrows 

Robotic Automation Shaping New Tomorrows 

It would not be far-fetched to assume that we are moving from the digital age to the robotic age. Robotic process automation (RPA) has emerged as a transformative technology that is facilitating the continual evolution of the manufacturing business.  Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has been heralding a revolution in the manufacturing industry by streamlining production…

Best Podcast Startup Enthusiasts Should Follow

Best Podcast Startup Enthusiasts Should Follow

Listening to productive podcasts is the new trend among students and professionals. Amid hectic schedules, startup podcasts are the best way to access unique business ideas and stay updated with industry-oriented information. Startup enthusiasts can follow top business leaders through the best podcast startup and retain effective ideas.  More than 40 million people listen to…

RBI To Retain Repo As Inflation Remains In Check

RBI To Retain Repo As Inflation Remains In Check

The Reserve Bank of India is all set to retain 6.5% short-term interest rates in its monetary policy review as inflation remains in its comfort zone and the economy’s growth rate increases steadily. The Governor of RBI, Shaktikanta will lead the 3-day deliberation of MPC from 6 to 8 December and can make the said…