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Italian Banking Shake-Up: Monte dei Paschi di Siena has launched twin all-share bids for Banco BPM and Banca Generali, a €34bn move that would reshape Italy’s banking map and put MPS in a rare “target and acquirer” position. Consumer Finance & Payments: A new study highlights how correspondent banking—built on centuries-old Italian merchant networks—faces pressure from digital assets and changing payment economics. Tech & Ethics: Pope Leo XIV urged lawmakers in Rome to put humans first in AI policy, warning against “economic colonialism” and algorithm-driven domination. Retail & Travel Tech: YouTube is raising Premium prices across Europe with an opt-in deadline, a direct hit for subscribers. Food Exports: Italy is pushing deeper trade ties with China via new agreements (~$410m) to boost Made in Italy brands, including olive oil sold through major e-commerce platforms. Consumer Safety: A roundup of scam reporting shows ongoing fraud risk, with BBB Scam Tracker listing new cases and losses across multiple cities.

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