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Visa & Mastercard Agree to Revised Settlement Over Merchant “Swipe” Fees
A New Chapter in the Swipe Fee Battle Visa and Mastercard have reached a new proposal to resolve a long-running dispute with merchants over interchange fees, often called “swipe fees.” These fees are charged whenever customers pay using debit or credit cards. Under the proposed settlement, the two global payment…
China’s Tech Giants Restart Consumer Lending as Beijing Eases Financial Restrictions
The story of China consumer lending 2025 begins with a cautious yet powerful revival.After years of restrictions, China’s biggest technology companies — including Ant Group and Meituan — are gradually returning to the lending market. The government’s new approach aims to stimulate household borrowing, encourage consumer spending, and accelerate the…
Indian Enforcement Agency Freezes Over US $340 Million in Assets Linked to Reliance Anil Ambani Group
India’s financial crime-fighting agency has taken a decisive step in its investigation into the Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group, provisionally freezing properties valued at about 30.8 billion rupees (≈ US $340 million) across multiple cities. The action targets more than 40 properties tied to the group amid allegations of money laundering…
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