# pension fund (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover pension fund. Page: Feed: --- ## [Nomura’s Laser Digital Secures Approval as Japan Ends Four-Year Crypto Exchange License Freeze](https://www.fintechobserver.com/nomuras-laser-digital-secures-approval-as-japan-ends-four-year-crypto-exchange-license-freeze/) _2026-08-22 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Laser Digital Japan, the digital asset subsidiary of Nomura Group, has officially completed its registration with the Director-General of the Kanto Local Finance Bureau to operate as a crypto asset exchange service provider. The milestone ends a four-year hiatus in new exchange registrations in Japan, marking the country& ## [Co-creation of custom indices reshapes institutional ETFs: experts](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/investments/etfs/co-creation-of-custom-indices-reshapes-institutional-etfs-experts/394041) _2026-08-21 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ FTSE Russell breaks down how pension plans evaluate index exposure and why bespoke benchmarks are replacing the catalogue approach ## [Novo Nordisk goes looking for the smallest Wegovy dose that still keeps weight of](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/benefits/pharma/novo-nordisk-goes-looking-for-the-smallest-wegovy-dose-that-still-keeps-weight-of/394043) _2026-08-21 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ The 60-week trial recruits 450 patients and runs until 2028 ## [Childless employees report lowest retirement confidence: study](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/news/industry-news/childless-employees-report-lowest-retirement-confidence-study/394044) _2026-08-21 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ lan sponsors face a growing cohort with no children and no written savings strategy ## [What if every cancer patient got a vaccine built just for them?](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/benefits/pharma/what-if-every-cancer-patient-got-a-vaccine-built-just-for-them/394042) _2026-08-21 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ Merck and Moderna's melanoma win points next to lung, bladder, and kidney cancers ## [Benefits administrator hands the presidency to a long-groomed successor](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/news/industry-news/benefits-administrator-hands-the-presidency-to-a-long-groomed-successor/394045) _2026-08-21 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ Outgoing leader shifts to an advisory role after 44 years, keeping his board and committee seats ## [MS&AD Commits GBP 200m to Standard Life’s New Pension Risk Transfer Partnership](https://www.fintechobserver.com/ms-ad-commits-gbp-200m-to-standard-lifes-new-pension-risk-transfer-partnership/) _2026-08-20 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Tokyo-listed MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings has agreed to invest up to £200 million in a new U.K.-based partnership being formed by Standard Life. The venture will focus on the Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) sector, specifically targeting large and complex U.K. defined benefit pension ## [Senior leadership turnover hits Canada's largest pension funds](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/news/industry-news/senior-leadership-turnover-hits-canadas-largest-pension-funds/394040) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ HOOPP loses its global PE head while CPPIB sees a wave of exits ## [Opportunistic credit in an evolving market: understanding the strategy and its relevance in the private credit landscape](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/white-papers/opportunistic-credit-in-an-evolving-market-understanding-the-strategy-and-its-relevance-in-the-private-credit-landscape/394039) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ Private credit is evolving, and opportunistic credit is emerging as a core allocation, not a cyclical one ## [How employers can protect their employees through travel benefits](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/benefits/group-health/how-employers-can-protect-their-employees-through-travel-benefits/394037) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ Most group plans cover emergency medical costs while traveling, but stability clauses and missing cancellation coverage can leave gaps, say experts ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/krgRMfTmE1V2) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [GreenShield partners on national menopause research push](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/benefits/group-health/why-greenshield-is-funding-canadas-first-menopause-study/394038) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ With 540,000 lost workdays and $3.5 billion in productivity loss tied to menopause, GreenShield says evidence and action must follow awareness in the workplace ## [Why Canada's biggest direct investor is now buying into other managers' funds](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/investments/alternative-investments/why-is-canadas-biggest-direct-investor-now-buying-into-other-managers-funds/394033) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ CPPIB committed millions to EQT and KKR as infrastructure deals outgrew solo bids ## [Canada buys three more days as Trump holds back tariffs on US$20 billion of goods](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/news/industry-news/canada-buys-three-more-days-as-trump-holds-back-tariffs-on-us20-billion-of-goods/394034) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ A draft deal would halve steel duties and cut the auto rate to 15% ## [US federal debt breaks through US$40 trillion for the first time](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/news/industry-news/us-federal-debt-breaks-through-us40-trillion-for-the-first-time/394035) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ US federal debt doubled since Trump first took office in 2017 ## [Digital Garage, JCB, and Lawson Partner to Test USDC Stablecoin Payments at In-Store POS](https://www.fintechobserver.com/digital-garage-jcb-and-lawson-partner-to-test-usdc-stablecoin-payments-at-in-store-pos/) _2026-08-20 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Digital Garage, JCB, and Lawson have signed a basic agreement to conduct a proof-of-concept (PoC) for stablecoin payments at retail locations. The initiative aims to test the viability of Circle's USD Coin (USDC) for in-store transactions, focusing primarily on inbound foreign tourists. Starting August 20, ## [Minna no Ginko and Revolut Deepen Partnership to Launch Banking Agency Operations](https://www.fintechobserver.com/minna-no-ginko-and-revolut-deepen-partnership-to-launch-banking-agency-operations/) _2026-08-20 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Digital lender Minna no Ginko, a subsidiary of Fukuoka Financial Group, has entered into a banking agency agreement with Revolut Technologies Japan, expanding their ongoing Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) collaboration. Under the terms of the agreement, Revolut Technologies Japan operates as a registered banking agency (Kanto Local Finance Bureau ## [Report finds no Canadian pension manager has an Indigenous rights investment policy](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/news/industry-news/report-finds-no-canadian-pension-manager-has-an-indigenous-rights-investment-policy/394036) _2026-08-20 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ Shift report says all 11 pension managers reviewed fall short on Indigenous rights policy ## [Japan FinTech Observer #177](https://www.fintechobserver.com/japan-fintech-observer-177/) _2026-08-20 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Welcome to the one hundred seventy-seventh edition of the Japan FinTech Observer. Marie Kondo has reached the Japan FinTech Observer. Curating a weekly newsletter undoubtedly has the benefit that we do not have to chase every headlines at every hour, and rather take the opportunity to contemplate thoroughly about ## [Record ETF flows mask true institutional conviction: experts](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/investments/etfs/record-etf-flows-mask-true-institutional-conviction-experts/394029) _2026-08-19 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ ETF leaders explain why record Canadian ETF flows may say more about vehicle preference and liquidity management than directional market bets ## [benefitsConnect bets on app-first approach to plan consulting](https://www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/benefits/group-health/benefitsconnect-bets-on-app-first-approach-to-plan-consulting/394031) _2026-08-19 · Benefits and Pensions Monitor_ Paul Crossdale explains how benefitsConnect's app consolidates total rewards, speeds up plan administration, and uses AI to cut costs for plan sponsors ## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WMk0NuuJdhqB) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve ## [Infcurion Expands Embedded Finance Footprint via Strategic Credit Platform Upgrades and Regional Cashless Expansion](https://www.fintechobserver.com/infcurion-expands-embedded-finance-footprint-via-strategic-credit-platform-upgrades-and-regional-cashless-expansion/) _2026-08-19 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Japanese FinTech provider Infcurion has announced two major strategic initiatives aimed at scaling embedded financial services across both business-to-business (B2B) credit issuance and regional consumer payments. Credit and Guarantee Add-on for "Xard" Platform Infcurion launched a new "Credit & Guarantee Option" for its ## [Japan’s Regional Lenders Tap nCino to Drive Consumer Loan Digitalization](https://www.fintechobserver.com/japans-regional-lenders-tap-ncino-to-drive-consumer-loan-digitalization/) _2026-08-19 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Regional Japanese lenders Hachijuni Nagano Bank and Hiroshima Bank have independently selected nCino’s unified cloud platform to overhaul their consumer lending operations. The software deployments reflect a broader push across Japan's regional banking sector to modernize legacy architecture, eliminate paper workflows, and accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) ## [Japan Issues Administrative Guidance to Global Tech Giants Over Rising Deepfake Investment Scams](https://www.fintechobserver.com/japan-issues-administrative-guidance-to-global-tech-giants-over-rising-deepfake-investment-scams/) _2026-08-19 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ In a coordinated regulatory move, multiple Japanese government agencies—including the National Police Agency, the Financial Services Agency, and the Digital Agency—issued formal administrative guidance to major global social media operators. The directive targets the spread of fraudulent advertisements on social networking platforms, particularly deepfake ads exploiting ## [Japanese Regional Banking M&A: Iyogin Holdings and Ehime Bank to Merge Under Single-Platform, Multi-Brand Model](https://www.fintechobserver.com/japanese-regional-banking-m-a-iyogin-holdings-and-ehime-bank-to-merge-under-single-platform-multi-brand-model/) _2026-08-19 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Iyogin Holdings and The Ehime Bank have executed a Basic Agreement to pursue a business integration, marking yet another consolidation within the Japanese regional banking sector. Targeted for completion in April 2027, the deal responds to a shifting macroeconomic landscape and intensifying competition. This integration is an aggregation to achieve ## [Datachain Launches Trial for Cross-Chain API to Automate B2B Programmable Payments](https://www.fintechobserver.com/datachain-launches-trial-for-cross-chain-api-to-automate-b2b-programmable-payments/) _2026-08-19 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ Blockchain infrastructure developer Datachain, a subsidiary of Speee Inc. (TSE: 4499), announced the launch of a proof-of-concept (PoC) trial for its unified cross-chain API platform. The initiative aims to bridge enterprise data with on-chain financial systems to power programmable B2B payments using tokenized deposits and stablecoins. ## [Japan’s 2026 Asset Management Roadmap: Overhauling the Investment Chain for a "Growth-Oriented" Economy](https://www.fintechobserver.com/japans-2026-asset-management-roadmap-overhauling-the-investment-chain-for-a-growth-oriented-economy/) _2026-08-19 · Norbert Gehrke · Japan FinTech Observer_ The release of the "2026 Progress Report for Advancing Asset Management Services in Japan" by the Financial Services Agency marks a transitional point in Tokyo’s financial policy, moving from the foundational "Asset Management Nation" initiative of 2023 to a comprehensive "upgrade" focused ## [RTAC Could Be Fighting Force in Future Pension Fight](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/rtac-could-be-fighting-force-in-future) _2026-08-17 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ A fierce battle is being waged between the President of the Retired Teachers Association of Chicago (RTAC) and the elected directors of a powerful organization that boasts over $15 million dollars in assets. ## [Petition Seeks Limiting AI & Technology Assault on Chicago Public School Students](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/petition-seeks-limiting-ai-and-technology) _2026-08-10 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ The IL Families for Public Schools announced a Pledge to Protect Human-Centered Education and is asking all Chicago Board of Education candidates to commit to limiting AI in the schools. ## [Chicago Board of Education Meeting July 30, 2026](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/chicago-board-of-education-meeting-18c) _2026-08-08 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ The main story was the vote to approve a budget that avoided furlough days for teachers but included about 2,000 layoffs unless the State of IL can come up with the money it owes the Chicago Public Schools. ## [Will CTPF Investment Consultant Search Still Favor Private Equity?](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/will-ctpf-investment-consultant-search) _2026-08-05 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ Is there something rotten in the state of Denmark? ## [Build with the cheapest GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tWFfEXHZ37Rh) _2026-08-05 · **Sponsored**_ Deployed a live API in minutes; one user spent under $10. ## [American Federation of Teachers Convention 2026 Report](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/american-federation-of-teachers-convention) _2026-07-23 · Second City Teachers_ July 15-19 was in Washington, D.C. ## [CTPF Callan Consultant Did Not Inform Trustees about Conflict of Interest](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/ctpf-callan-consultant-did-not-inform) _2026-07-21 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ The Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund (CTPF) Consultant Callan has not reported conflicts of interest to the Board of Trustees that include recommending money managers who pay Callan for services. ## [Mr David LaNgwenya’s Retirement Farewell](https://pspf.co.sz/mr-david-langwenyas-retirement-farewell/) _2026-07-20 · PSPF · Public Service Pensions Fund_ The Fund Staff came together to honour and celebrate Mr. David Langwenya’s remarkable 28 years of dedicated service at a heartfelt retirement farewell luncheon, which was both meaningful and memorable. The event was filled with warm tributes and fond reflections as speakers celebrated Mr. Langwenya’s many years of faithful service and his exceptional commitment to customer care, which left a… ## [Male Engagement Session](https://pspf.co.sz/male-engagement-session/) _2026-07-20 · PSPF · Public Service Pensions Fund_ The month of June is Men’s Health Month, a time when all men are encouraged to take proactive steps towards improving their health and well-being through healthy lifestyle choices. As part of the Fund’s Employee Wellness, a “Male Engagement Session” in partnership with the Fund’s Wellness Partner, Eswatini Business Health and Wellness, was held at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel. The focus was on… ## [Genetic Profile Testing: A Solution to DNA Issues](https://pspf.co.sz/genetic-profile-testing-a-solution-to-dna-issues/) _2026-07-20 · PSPF · Public Service Pensions Fund_ Genetic profile testing is the analysis of an individual’s unique DNA, RNA, or chromosomes to identify genetic markers, gene variations, or mutations. It serves as a highly detailed biological “fingerprint” used to detect specific genes, mutations, or inherited traits, among other things. The Fund is in a number of cases experiencing problems when it comes to the distribution of the Death Benefit… ## [Frequently Asked Questions](https://pspf.co.sz/frequently-asked-questions/) _2026-07-20 · PSPF · Public Service Pensions Fund_ Q1: What happens if a member resigns? A: A member can resign if he or she has completed less than 10 years of pensionable service. The member will receive an amount equal to his or her own contributions to the Fund, together with interest on his or her own contributions at a rate determined by the Fund. Q2: What is a deferred retirement and how is it calculated? A: A deferred retirement is… ## [Empowering Members Building Futures](https://pspf.co.sz/empowering-members-building-futures/) _2026-07-20 · admin · Public Service Pensions Fund_ Promoting informed retirement decisions, the Public Service Pensions Fund (PSPF), through its Membership Education program, capacitated NAPSAWU at its Mid-Term Conference 2026. PSPF Director Operations Mr. Jethro Ndlangamandla presented key insights on the Fund’s operations and pension benefits to the congress, ensuring delegates understood the Fund’s services and member benefits. Meanwhile, the… ## [Comrades 2026: Ska Fela Moya](https://pspf.co.sz/comrades-2026-ska-fela-moya/) _2026-07-20 · admin · Public Service Pensions Fund_ “Ska Fela Moya” is an encouraging Setswana/Sesotho phrase that translates directly to “don’t lose hope” or “don’t give up. This was the Comrades 2026 slogan. Team PSPF was once again represented by Ms. Bakhetsile Mdluli and Charles Zwane. This year’s marathon was an uprun, running from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. The uprun is known for its’ brutality and commanding proper training, hydration, and… ## [Celebrating Strength and Vision at Her Summit](https://pspf.co.sz/celebrating-strength-and-vision-at-her-summit/) _2026-07-20 · admin · Public Service Pensions Fund_ In honour of International Women’s Day, the Fund’s ladies took part in the thought-provoking “Envision Her Summit 2026”. The event was held on the 19th of March at Mavuso Trade Centre. The summit brought together women leaders, professionals, and emerging changemakers to engage in inspiring conversations centred on empowerment, leadership, innovation, and the advancement of women in all sectors.… ## [Parliament Portfolio Committee’s Visit](https://pspf.co.sz/parliament-portfolio-committees-visit/) _2026-07-20 · admin · Public Service Pensions Fund_ ## [Pension Fight Club Film Review](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/pension-fight-club-film-review) _2026-07-14 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ A very engaging and alarming film entitled Pension Fight Club documents how pension money has been siphoned from retired workers and transferred into secret Wall Street bank accounts. ## [The More CTPF Investments Earn, the Less CPS has to Pay](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/the-more-ctpf-investments-earn-the) _2026-07-03 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ And the more Pension Debt Grows.. ## [Chicago Board of Education Meeting June 25, 2026 Highlights CPS Budget Woes](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/chicago-board-of-education-meeting-ab5) _2026-07-03 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ Several groups expressed extreme frustration at the Chicago Board of Education June 25, 2026 meeting. ## [Why is the Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund Using Merit Pay?](https://secondcityteachers.substack.com/p/why-is-the-chicago-teachers-pension-fcc) _2026-07-01 · Jim Vail · Second City Teachers_ Budget debate also over leasing more office space ## [INVITATION FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION OF SUPPLIERS](https://pensionfund.org.ls/invitation-for-pre-qualification/) _2026-06-25 · Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund_ INVITATION FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION ## [THE DARK SIDE OF RETIREMENT NO ONE TALKS ABOUT](https://pspf.co.sz/the-dark-side-of-retirement-no-one-talks-about/) _2026-02-27 · PSPF · Public Service Pensions Fund_ Lachlan Brown states that retirement is sold as the finish line. Work hard, save enough, endure the grind – and one day you are finally free. No alarm clock. No boss. No deadlines. Just leisure, travel, and well-earned rest. It is a comforting story, but it is also incomplete because for many people, retirement does not feel like liberation. It feels strangely hollow, disorienting, and emotionally… ## [BOARD OF TRUSTEES VISIT TO TAMBANKULU AND TAMBUTI ESTATES](https://pspf.co.sz/board-of-trustees-visit-to-tambankulu-and-tambuti-estates/) _2026-02-27 · PSPF · Public Service Pensions Fund_ ## [TSEBISO HO LITHO TSA LETLOLE LE BA SENG BA LE PHOMOLONG](https://pensionfund.org.ls/tsebiso-ho-litho-tsa-letlole-le-ba-seng-ba-le-phomolong/) _2025-09-17 · Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund_ ## [NOTICE TO MEMBERS AND PENSIONERS OF THE FUND](https://pensionfund.org.ls/notice-to-members-and-pensioners-of-the-fund/) _2025-09-16 · Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund_ ## [PODCPF – RETIREMENT FUND TRANSITION CONSULTANCY SERVICES](https://pensionfund.org.ls/podcpf-retirement-fund-transition-consultancy-services-2/) _2025-08-01 · Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund_ RE – ADVERTISEMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Re : PUBLIC OFFICERS’ DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PENSION FUND – RETIREMENT FUND TRANSITION CONSULTANCY SERVICES Tender Name: PODCPF – RETIREMENT FUND TRANSITION CONSULTANCY SERVICES Tender No.: PODCPF/TENDER/TCS/04/2025 BACKGROUND The Fund is established by the Public Officers’ Defined Contribution Pension Fund Act of 2008, as amended (the Act) to provide pension…