Swiss Fintech Startup Findependent Obtains Finma License as Asset Manager

Swiss fintech startup Findependent has obtained the necessary license from the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) to operate as an asset manager. This license, which will be valid from November 21st, allows Findependent to continue offering its investment app to customers. The company recently expanded its reach by adding French and English language versions […]

Swiss Fintech Startup Findependent Obtains Finma License as Asset Manager

Swiss fintech startup Findependent has obtained the necessary license from the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) to operate as an asset manager. This license, which will be valid from November 21st, allows Findependent to continue offering its investment app to customers. The company recently expanded its reach by adding French and English language versions […]

Julius Bär CEO Joins Geneva Financial Center Board Amidst Signa Debacle

The Geneva Financial Center Foundation has appointed the CEO of Julius Bär, Philipp Rickenbacher, to its supervisory board. This comes at a time when Rickenbacher is facing a highly unpleasant phase due to the Signa debacle with the private bank. Geneva Financial Center (GFC) has announced the appointment of Philipp Rickenbacher and Frédéric Berney as […]

Julius Bär CEO Joins Geneva Financial Center Board Amidst Signa Debacle

The Geneva Financial Center Foundation has appointed the CEO of Julius Bär, Philipp Rickenbacher, to its supervisory board. This comes at a time when Rickenbacher is facing a highly unpleasant phase due to the Signa debacle with the private bank. Geneva Financial Center (GFC) has announced the appointment of Philipp Rickenbacher and Frédéric Berney as […]

European Banks Struggle with Low Valuations Despite Solid Financials

European banks are facing challenges as their stocks continue to trade below their book value, according to a study by Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The analysis reveals that 73% of European banks are being traded below their book value, with some banks experiencing this situation for an extended period of time. Despite solid profits, investors […]

European Banks Struggle with Low Valuations Despite Solid Financials

European banks are facing challenges as their stocks continue to trade below their book value, according to a study by Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The analysis reveals that 73% of European banks are being traded below their book value, with some banks experiencing this situation for an extended period of time. Despite solid profits, investors […]

Swiss Life CEO Matthias Aellig to Continue Company’s Successful Path

Swiss Life, the largest life insurer in Switzerland, is preparing for a leadership transition as CEO Patrick Frost steps down in May. Frost, who is retiring at the age of 58, has expressed his desire to focus on strategic tasks and will have the opportunity to eventually succeed Chairman Rolf Dörig. Although there are no […]

Swiss Life CEO Matthias Aellig to Continue Company’s Successful Path

Swiss Life, the largest life insurer in Switzerland, is preparing for a leadership transition as CEO Patrick Frost steps down in May. Frost, who is retiring at the age of 58, has expressed his desire to focus on strategic tasks and will have the opportunity to eventually succeed Chairman Rolf Dörig. Although there are no […]

Lugano Introduces Cryptocurrency Payments for Taxes and Fees

Lugano, a city in Switzerland, has expanded its payment options by accepting Bitcoin (BTC) and Tether (USDT) for the payment of tax bills and other municipal fees. This move comes as part of Lugano’s “Plan B” to utilize Bitcoin technology and blockchain for the transformation of the city’s financial system. The payment solution is being […]

Lugano Introduces Cryptocurrency Payments for Taxes and Fees

Lugano, a city in Switzerland, has expanded its payment options by accepting Bitcoin (BTC) and Tether (USDT) for the payment of tax bills and other municipal fees. This move comes as part of Lugano’s “Plan B” to utilize Bitcoin technology and blockchain for the transformation of the city’s financial system. The payment solution is being […]