Hidden Car Finance Commissions Exposed, SmartBank’s Cashless Revolution

Discover how a landmark court ruling could lead to billions in compensation for motorists over hidden car finance commissions. Plus, explore SmartBank's innovative push towards cashless transactions in Japan, backed by a $26M funding round. We also delve into Brazil's resolved fiscal package issues and the US's call for broader climate finance contributions. Join us for insights into these pivotal financial stories shaping global markets and consumer rights.

Sources:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgj7dy50p6vo
https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/11/smartbank-secures-18-8m-for-its-personal-finance-management-app/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/brazils-finance-minister-says-outstanding-232830139.html
https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-signals-it-will-push-for-widening-pool-of-climate-finance-contributors-101731350179367.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:43) Car finance industry sets aside billions for motorist claims
(00:03:46) SmartBank secures $26M for its personal finance management app
(00:07:14) Brazil's finance minister says outstanding issues on fiscal package resolved
(00:11:04) US signals it will push for widening pool of climate finance contributors