AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoConsumer Finance & Policy Updates: India rolled out new UPI security and tighter ATM rules, plus June tax deadlines and higher LPG costs, reshaping day-to-day cash handling. Crypto & Markets: Coinbase launched direct INR deposits and withdrawals in India via IMPS, while Kraken pushed ahead on CFTC-cleared Bitcoin perpetual futures, intensifying the regulated-derivatives race. Banking & Regulation: The UK FCA-Palantir arrangement is drawing fresh scrutiny over whether sensitive financial data could end up in US hands. Private Credit & AI Infrastructure: Blackstone and Apollo are reported to be lining up about $36B in debt for Anthropic’s AI buildout, underscoring how AI is turning into a major financing cycle. Charity Finance & Controls: UK charity finance leaders highlighted rising compliance pressure, with new surveys pointing to improving data-protection awareness and strong performance in the Charity Finance 100. Local Impact: Hong Kong’s finance chief said Middle East-driven shocks are only modestly lifting inflation, citing stable mainland supplies and fuel subsidies. Corporate/Deal Watch: First Circle secured a PHP 300M funding facility from Cathay United Bank to expand SME and clean-energy lending in the Philippines.
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