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Stablecoin advocates have argued that blockchain networks can and will solve problems traditional banking never could. Payments would settle in seconds instead of days. Businesses would no longer wait for banks to reopen after weekends or holidays. Cross-border transfers would rely less on correspondent banking relationships that add cost, delay and operational complexity. European policymakers have sought the same objectives without abandoning the banking system. Instead, they rewrote the rules governing it. Mastercard’s review of its ownership of Vocalink arrives just as Europe is completing one of the largest payment infrastructure projects since the launch of the Single Euro Payments…

WAM Alternative Assets Limited has released its investment update for June 2026, highlighting a robust performance driven by its private equity investments. The company has strategically exited some legacy assets while gaining exposure to new opportunities. This update provides insights into the company’s asset allocation and dividend strategy, which are crucial for investors monitoring alternative asset classes. Key Points WAM Alternative Assets Limited (ASX: WMA) Investment portfolio performance driven by private equity Net Tangible Assets (NTA) per share before tax at 119.01 cents Investors should watch for new private equity opportunities and dividend yields Private Equity Drives Portfolio Performance WAM…

Recognising student success: Warwick Economics prize winners 2025 Thursday 31 Jul 2025 The Department of Economics is proud to celebrate the achievements of our graduates – Class of 2025. The awards and prizes recognise not only academic excellence but also outstanding contributions to the wider student experience and community. Outstanding Student Contribution Awards (OSCA) 2025 Three students were honoured with the OSCA for their leadership, service, and innovation: Gunisha Aggarwal (BSc Economics) – For her transformative work in student inclusion, international outreach, and global education initiatives, including her leadership in Enactus Warwick and the HELP Chennai project. Libby Bach (BSc…

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Alternative Investment Trust has released its unaudited Net Tangible Asset (NTA) backing as of 30 June 2026. This update provides investors with insight into the trust’s valuation metrics, including an adjusted NTA calculated by its investment manager, Warana Capital. The figures are crucial for investors assessing the trust’s current financial standing and future prospects. Key Points Alternative Investment Trust (AIQ) Released unaudited NTA backing as of 30 June 2026 NTA per unit: $1.5212; Adjusted NTA per unit: $1.43111 Investors should monitor potential impacts on valuation and market conditions Understanding the NTA and Adjusted NTA Figures The Alternative Investment Trust (AIQ)…

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Mid Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, the Vanguard S&P Mid-Cap 400 Index Fund ETF Shares (IVOO) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on September 9, 2010. The fund is sponsored by Vanguard. It has amassed assets over $3.73 billion, making it one of the average sized ETFs attempting to match the Mid Cap Blend segment of the US equity market. Why Mid Cap Blend With market capitalization between $2 billion and $10 billion, mid cap companies usually contain higher growth prospects than large cap companies, and are considered…

For a long time, Indian portfolios were built on two familiar pillars: equities for growth and bonds for stability. That framework still matters but it is no longer enough. As India’s wealth ecosystem matures, alternative investments are moving from the margins to a meaningful third pillar, helped by a rising pool of HNIs and UHNIs, a generational handoff of wealth and a rapidly expanding wealth-advisory ecosystem.    The numbers confirm the shift. As of December 2025, commitments to Alternative Investment Funds stood at about Rs.15.74 lakh crore, with net investments of roughly Rs.6.45 lakh crore. SEBI’s March 2026 data show…

(From left to right) Moa Sangtam, Joint Secretary, RD & Mission Director, Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission; Neju George Abraham, Industree Foundation CEO; and Theose Thongtsar, Additional Mission Director.jpg In a move aimed at advancing regenerative, women-led livelihoods, Industree Foundation, a non-profit working at the intersection of equity, climate, and gender, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission (NSRLM) in Kohima.NSRLM, along with Industree Foundation as its technical and knowledge partner, will integrate 30,000 smallholder women farmers into the bamboo value chain and further set up collective enterprises of women using bamboo. This…

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has established itself as a premier offshore jurisdiction for the incorporation of virtual asset issuers and token offerings. With cryptocurrencies and token sales seeing success and enjoying popularity globally, the BVI has benefited from its business-friendly legal framework that supports innovation while providing regulatory clarity. Regulatory flexibility for token issuers Peter VasPartnerSpencer WestT: +852 5225 4920E: Peter.Vas@spencer-west.com The Virtual Assets Service Providers Act (VASP Act), which creates the legal framework for the registration and supervision of virtual assets service providers operating in and from the BVI, was brought into force in February 2023. Notably, the…

PineStone Asset Management Inc. has added 1,265,600 shares of $AMZN to their portfolio, per a new SEC 13F filing. This disclosure reflects the funds’ holdings for the 06-30-2026 report period. You can see the fund’s full portfolio on Quiver Quantitative, and also track the largest institutional owners of $AMZN.AMAZON.COM Hedge Fund ActivityWe have seen 2,841 institutional investors add shares of AMAZON.COM stock to their portfolio, and 2,346 decrease their positions in their most recent quarter.Here are some of the largest recent moves:AUTO-OWNERS INSURANCE CO removed 98,022,377 shares (-99.6%) from their portfolio in Q1 2026, for an estimated $20,198,491,004J. STERN &…