Banks need three things from a blockchain that most public chains miss: the ability to keep parts of a transaction hidden, a reliable order of operations that can’t be hijacked by bots, and tools that let them prove compliance without broadcasting secrets. Public ledgers expose every move to anyo
Bank of America’s analyst Ming‑Hsun Lee has refreshed his view on the Chinese tech firm Pony AI Inc. , keeping a Buy rating and suggesting a target price of HK$148. 00 for the stock. Lee’s focus is on consumer‑cyclical companies, and he has a solid track record: an average return of 16. 5 % and a su
Banks are testing ways to put their money onto blockchains, a move that could reshape how payments work. The idea is called tokenized deposits: digital tokens that represent real bank balances on a distributed ledger. These tokens are not just a new form of money; they stay tied to the bank’s own li
Retail traders were loud about five companies between March 9 and March 13. They used X and Reddit’s r/WallStreetBets to hype earnings, AI trends, and corporate moves. Super Micro Computer drew criticism over its 2024‑25 earnings reports and a chip smuggling claim. The share price has dropp
Bank of America has added Ligand Pharmaceuticals to its list of stocks it recommends buying, setting a new price target at $244. The move comes as the bank highlights Ligand’s business model, which focuses on high‑margin products and a lower level of risk compared to many other biopharma companies.
Banks and regulators have announced that digital versions of securities, known as tokenized securities, will be treated exactly like their conventional counterparts when it comes to capital requirements. The Federal Reserve, the FDIC, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency explained that
Retail traders have started moving money from crypto into stocks, flipping the old pattern where both were bought together. The change began in late 2024 when data from JPMorgan and Wintermute showed that buying stocks now often means staying away from crypto. One reason is the way prices move. C
Retail stores are changing fast. They need better tools to keep up. One key tool is the point-of-sale (POS) system. This is the system that handles sales, inventory, and customer data. But not all POS systems are created equal. Older POS systems can't keep up with today's needs. They lack features
Banks are diving into AI, and it's a big deal. For the third year, it's the hottest trend in finance. But it's not all smooth sailing. AI brings both benefits and risks. On one hand, it boosts efficiency and improves customer service. On the other, it opens doors to fraud, deepfakes, and voice cloni
Banks in the euro area might struggle to get money from markets, especially in dollars and other foreign currencies, if global tensions keep rising. This warning came from the European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) on a Thursday. Recently, things got tense between Europe and the U. S. over President T
