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US Treasury Proposes Sweeping New Disclosure Rules On Bitcoin, Other Cryptos 

PYMNTS

The U.S. Treasury Department proposed sweeping new rules late Friday (Dec. 18) that the government says would make convertible digital currencies like bitcoin less attractive to criminals engaging in crimes such as ransomware attacks. The new regulations, if adopted after a comment period, would require banks and some other institutions to obtain and report the identities of parties engaging in certain digital transactions, including payments involving what are called "unhosted wallets" – effect

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Futuring Treasury function post crisis by François Masquelier, CEO, Simply Treasury

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Moving up the FP&A Maturity Curve: A Podcast

Jedox Finance

As businesses around the world look to move past the uncertainty and unprecedented change of 2020 and toward a fresh start in 2021, the discussion around FP&A maturity has been renewed. As FP&A has historically supported an organization’s financial health, it suddenly became front and center as organizations had to pivot and adapt quickly.

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Planning to be a Leader

Anaplan

To be a leader entails embracing Margaret Thatcher’s direction—“Don’t follow the crowd, let the crowd follow you.” Precisely. The crowd of planning software vendors following Anaplan’s lead is what we see playing out at present in the FP&A solution space. Anaplan’s innovation of finance-driven and enterprise-wide ‘Connected Planning’ has positioned us in two recent and […].

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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eBay On Turning Friction-Filled Payments Experiences Into Consumer Loyalty Opportunities

PYMNTS

The 2020 holiday shopping season is picking up, and consumers are heading online or to reopened brick-and-mortar stores to shop and pay for gifts. They are using everything from cash to mobile wallets to complete these transactions, requiring retailers to race to accommodate a wide variety of payment methods. Supporting a host of simple and frictionless payment options is often a complicated endeavor from the retailer’s perspective, said Keala Gaines , vice president of global payment services f

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APAC capital markets during the COVID-19 crisis

Future CFO

We are winding down the year 2020. With the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, the outlook while still grim remains hopeful that there is a light at the end of the tunnel (despite uncertainties of the length of the tunnel. FutureCFO spoke to three executives for their expressed views on the impact of COVID-19 on the Asia Pacific’s (APAC) credit market: Mike San Diego, chief financial officer at JK Capital Finance; James Ponsford, regional director & growth leader, Credit Solutions, Asia at Aon; a

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It's a Festivus Miracle!

Adam Kae

We see you, fellow Seinfeld fans! We LOVE to celebrate at Adam Kae, and the holiday season is always the best. To celebrate YOU this year, we're offering the ultimate Try Before You Buy offer. Your financial grievances - GONE! It's a Festivus Miracle! Simply sign up for ANY of our MicroCFO Packages and You'll Get: ?? 3 FREE Strategy Sessions. ?? $0 Down. ??

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Bitcoin Breaks Through $20,000 Mark, Hits Record Highs

PYMNTS

Bitcoin continued its ongoing surge in price Wednesday (Dec. 16), heading above the $20,000 mark for the first time ever — eclipsing its previous record high set in 2017. The price of a bitcoin traded higher by 5.6 percent, hitting around $20,600. CNBC reported that the surge was fueled by cryptocurrency fans along with a big boost from big-name investors such as Paul Tudor Jones and Stanley Druckenmiller.

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Myths of Private Equity Performance: Part III

CFA Institute

Private equity is not more resilient than other asset classes. Quite the opposite.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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Hong Kong is once again the most expensive location for expatriates

Future CFO

Hong Kong has once again topped the list of world’s top 10 most expensive locations for expatriates, said ECA International recently when releasing the results of its latest cost of living survey. “ Hong Kong is expensive across many areas that we consider as part of our research, but it is the especially high housing costs that push it to the number one spot, said Lee Quane, Regional Director – Asia at ECA International. .

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Planful Recognized with a 2020 Stratus Award for Cloud Computing

Planful

As they say in Hollywood, it’s an honor just to be nominated. We’re even more honored to have won. We’re incredibly excited that the Business Intelligence Group recognized Planful with a 2020 Stratus Award for Cloud Computing. The annual Stratus Awards recognizes companies and individuals innovating in the Cloud and providing offerings that are truly differentiated in the market.

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GoDaddy Agrees To Buy Poynt To Boost Digital Payments Technology

PYMNTS

GoDaddy has agreed to acquire Poynt , which lets businesses sell and accept payments anywhere through its suite of products, according to a press release. GoDaddy plans to pay $320 million in cash at closing, along with $45 million in deferred cash payments subject to various performance and employment standards in the next three years, the release stated.

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Living in a Digital World: Three Ways to Connect with Clients

CFA Institute

Client relationships are the foundation of financial advising. So how can advisers connect digitally?

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.

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Asia Pacific sees the biggest rise in financial non-compliance fines

Future CFO

Asia Pacific has seen the single biggest rise in regional financial non-compliance fines from US$6.6 million in 2019 to US$5.1 billion for the year to date, said Fenergo recently when releasing the results of a global research on financial institution fines. Meanwhile, penalties have totalled US$10.4 billion for non-compliance with anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC) , data privacy and MiFID (Markets in Financial Instruments Directive) regulations in the said period, according

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Gates Virtual Business Channel Summit

Regent Assay

Pradip Somaia , Partner at Regent Assay, will host a virtual M&A workshop examining the key drivers and valuations for the Channel Sector at the Gates Virtual Business Channel Summit, India & SAARC on 16th December 2020. If you require any further information contact Pradip Somaia at psomaia@regentassay.com or +44 (0)7785 316 584 or if you require any support in your M&A strategies contact Hana Glanville at hglanville@regentassay.com or +44 (0)7736 211 321.

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POS Lender Affirm Delays IPO Until At Least January

PYMNTS

Point-of-sale (POS) lender Affirm is putting on hold its initial public offering (IPO), which had been scheduled for this month, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing unnamed sources. WSJ did not give a definitive reason for the delay in Affirm Holding Inc.'s plans but suggested it may be for the same reason video game-maker Roblox also put off an imminent IPO: fear of missing out at the corporate level.

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The Value Factor’s Pain: Are Intangibles to Blame?

CFA Institute

Are intangibles responsible for the poor performance of the value factor?

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Bringing AI to Finance: How to Leverage Technology for Efficiency and Control

Finance teams are balancing more than ever, but manual processes shouldn’t slow you down. In this ebook from BILL, discover how AI is transforming finance—automating AP, expense tracking, and document management to reduce errors, increase efficiency, and improve financial control. Learn how real companies are using AI-powered automation to streamline workflows, detect anomalies, and gain deeper insights.

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Many firms will allow remote work after COVID-19 vaccines are available

Future CFO

Employers will likely to allow remote work after the availability of COVID-19 vaccine, according to a recent Gartner survey of 130 HR leaders on Dec 9. Survey results indicate that 90% of respondents plan to allow employees to work remotely at least part of the time even after the COVID-19 vaccine is widely adopted. In addition, 65% of respondents reported that their organization will continue to offer employees flexibility on when they work.

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Report: Fraudsters Have Modified Approaches In Wake Of eCommerce Boom

PYMNTS

Digital trust-and-safety company Sift said that 2020 has been a “banner year” for online shopping sales, but that scammers have modified their approaches to take advantage of the boom, according to an announcement. The company said that malicious actors are moving away from the usual “spray and pray” strategy that entails conducting dozens or hundreds of lower-value transactions with stolen payment data, and are instead making fewer and larger attacks.

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Grocers Rush To Reinvent Themselves

PYMNTS

Although the digital shift brought on by the pandemic has rapidly reshaped the entire retail industry, its impact on the grocery segment in particular has been especially pronounced. In fact, according to a new Omnichannel Grocery Report from ACI Worldwide and PYMNTS, 17.2 percent of all consumers have switched from in-store to online shopping. Ordering for home delivery has become particularly popular, as 23 percent of U.S. consumers — 57 million people — say they are ordering more groceries on

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‘Ship-ageddon 2020’ Just Keeps Getting Worse

PYMNTS

With eCommerce volume way up for the holiday shopping season, we knew it was going to be a tricky year for gift shipping. The reports of potential delays and earlier-than-average shipping windows for Christmas delivery rolled in right on time in early December. UPS imposed shipping restrictions on some large retailers such as Gap, Nike, L.L. Bean Inc., Hot Topic Inc., Newegg Inc. and Macy’s as the shipping giant struggled with unprecedented demand from the pandemic-driven eCommerce surge.

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Say ‘Goodbye’ to Clunky Spreadsheets and Say ‘Hello’ to Month-End Automation

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, emails, and shared drives no longer need to slow you down. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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Afterpay US CEO: Buy Now, Pay Later Is In Right Place, Right Time

PYMNTS

For a 6-year-old Australian startup that’s only been doing business in the U.S. for two years, Afterpay — with its buy now, pay later (BNPL) interest-free installment loans — has gone from relative obscurity to the front page of the financial section this holiday season. Although the installment concept is hardly new, Afterpay’s platform and growing catalog of retailers has brought fame and fortune to the company and its founders.

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eCommerce FinTech Katapult To Go Public By Merging With SPAC

PYMNTS

Katapult Holding, Inc. and special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) FinServ Acquisition Corp. said on Friday (Dec. 18) that they have entered into a definitive merger deal. The arrangement will create a combined firm that will run as Katapult and is intended to trade on the Nasdaq with the “KPLT” ticker symbol upon closing, according to an announcement.

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ChowNow: AI Helps Independent Restaurants Fight The Growing Threat of Digital Fraud

PYMNTS

More than 100,000 eateries — or about one in six restaurants nationwide — have closed due to the pandemic, according to National Restaurant Association estimates. The industry as a whole lost $165 billion in revenue between March and July, and it is on track to lose $240 billion by 2021 — with the decline expected to continue until the pandemic abates.

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Oiling The Many Moving Parts Of Cash Flow Management

PYMNTS

Cash flow is key to maintaining a viable business during the pandemic. Amid market volatility, organizations are finding it imperative to accelerate their accounts receivables while extending accounts payables and still maintaining positive buyer-supplier relationships. The problem with this strategy, however, is that when every company is looking get paid more quickly but pay their own invoices later, B2B buyers and vendors quickly find themselves in a position in which their own cash flow goal

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.