Mark Palmer is the long-time Editor of Finance Monthly, having led the publication for over 15 years. With a deep-rooted knowledge of global finance, Mark has covered everything from fintech innovations and IPO markets to mergers and acquisitions. His editorial career includes in-depth interviews with some of the most influential names in the finance world, offering unique insight into the strategies shaping today’s economic landscape. When he's not writing about the latest financial news Mark is a keen marathon runner and is aiming for a sub-3 hour marathon later this year.
In today’s fast-moving business environment, companies are constantly searching for ways to remain competitive while managing costs and maintaining productivity. Market demands can change quickly, and organizations often need to adjust their workforce to keep up with shifting workloads. This is where a temp agency becomes a valuable partner. By providing access to skilled professionals […]
Choosing where to live usually starts with the obvious questions, such as how much a home costs, how long the commute will be, whether the neighborhood feels safe, and whether there are enough shops, restaurants, parks, and services nearby to make everyday life convenient. One factor that often gets less attention, even though it can […]
With more than 15 years in the market, the global brand Octa boasts mature processes and an industry-benchmark infrastructure. Octa IB program's business model is also up to the high standards of the brokerage sector. Below, we list some key indicators of the brand's current standing and describe the approach that allowed Octa to reach […]
Cross-border checkout looks simple to the buyer: choose a method, approve the amount, and receive confirmation. Behind that moment, the merchant must coordinate currency, payment routing, fraud controls, notifications, refunds, settlement, and reconciliation. Teams considering how customers pay with antom need to map that full lifecycle. Antom offers hosted, embedded, SDK, and API-based paths across […]
Impersonator scams produced $2.6 billion in reported losses in 2022, the largest category of fraud complaints that year. Most of those calls went to consumers. A growing share now goes to the businesses those consumers buy from, which is the part a small company discovers the first time a polite caller places a large order […]
Most businesses that sell to other businesses know the problem well: the work is done, the invoice is sent, and then nothing happens for weeks. Payment terms of 30, 60 or even 90 days are normal, but wages, suppliers and tax do not wait. That gap between doing the work and getting paid is where […]
Most business banks still treat stablecoins as a compliance problem rather than a payment rail. Mention USDC on an onboarding call and the conversation tends to slow down, which is awkward when your suppliers or customers have already started asking to settle that way. A handful of institutions have gone the other direction. They hold […]
Owning a business means that you need to match today’s needs with tomorrow’s goals. And retirement is definitely something that needs planning. Business owners need to have a plan when it comes to retirement. Or else, it could get expensive later. A self-administered pension plan is for entrepreneurs or self-employed professionals who want to have […]
Financial technology has moved far beyond simple online payments and digital banking. Today, financial institutions, startups, and technology-driven businesses rely on software to process transactions, manage sensitive information, assess risk, and deliver real-time customer experiences. As competition increases, outdated systems can quickly become a barrier to growth. The challenge is that financial software must do […]
Enrollment in the Canadian Dental Care Plan tells you that you have a plan. It doesn't tell you what your next appointment will cost. Before a dental appointment in 2026, you have four jobs: confirm your coverage is active, check that the office will submit claims to the plan, get a written treatment estimate, and […]
Originating a loan requires lenders to coordinate borrower information, documents, underwriting, approvals, communication, and closing requirements. When these activities are handled across separate spreadsheets, inboxes, and systems, tracking the status of each application can become difficult. Loan origination software provides a structured environment for managing these pre-funding activities. It can centralize loan data, connect different […]
Throwing money at a house doesn’t automatically make it worth more. Sure, home improvements eat up a massive chunk of change, and the urge to rip out the old and install the shiny new is incredibly tempting. But here is the hard truth: not every pricey overhaul actually moves the needle on your property's long-term […]
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