How automation is changing managerial roles

Crypto industry leaders flag tax hurdles, seek regulatory clarity in India

India's cryptocurrency industry needs greater regulatory clarity and a tax framework that accounts for the way digital assets are traded and used, cryptocurrency experts said at the Business Standard.

India's oil imports, external finance remain key challenges: Poonam Gupta, Dy Governor, RBI

India's dependence on imported oil and external finance remains a challenge, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta said at the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026.

Audit can't replace a lender's due diligence: NFRA Chairperson Nitin Gupta

Audit cannot replace a lender’s due diligence, but the reliability of financial information available to lenders depends on the quality of auditors and audit processes, Nitin Gupta, chairperson

Agentic payments need clear consent and security rules Industry leaders

As artificial intelligence (AI) agents begin to search, shop, and make payments on behalf of consumers, clear rules on authorisation, authentication, and liability will be essential to building trust

AI agents could transform banking, but risks remain, say industry experts

As banks explore more use of artificial intelligence (AI) to automate decisions and simplify customer journeys, industry leaders stress the need for stronger security controls, accountability.

Gen Z & Money: Is India’s Youngest Investor Redefining Wealth Creation?

Herd mentality, fear of missing out (FOMO), and the pursuit of quick returns are among the biggest risks facing Gen Z investors, financial experts said at the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 26

Crypto boom or risk trap? Experts explain what young investors need to know

Young investors should understand how cryptocurrencies work, what gives them value and how much they can afford to lose before investing, according to experts speaking at the Business Standard

India to give above-average market returns in next 2 years: Devina Mehra

Devina Mehra, founder and CMD of First Global, expects Indian equities to deliver above-average returns over the next two years after a prolonged phase of consolidation.

Ankur Warikoo | The psychology of money: Learn to earn, spend & invest

Money isn't just about getting rich; it's about gaining the freedom to live life on your own terms, author, creator, and entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo told Puneet Wadhwa at the Business Standard BFSI Ins

Can India hit 8% growth? Shaktikanta Das’ roadmap for the BFSI sector

The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector must take the lead in financing large infrastructure projects and advanced manufacturing to support India's ambition of becoming a developed