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Function CEO, Thomas Chen, has warned of the possible risks tied to Bitcoin. Previously, Chen was the head of sales at BitGo. Now, he’s leading the development of institutional-grade architecture for Bitcoin yield. Function has garnered over $1.5 billion in assets, thanks to partnerships with industry giants like Galaxy Digital, Mantle, and Antalpha. Despite this… Read more: Function CEO Thomas Chen Warns of Bitcoin Risks

Earlier today, AWS, Amazon’s infrastructure venture, experienced an outage. The tech giant confirmed this issue, attributing it to a Domain Name System (DNS) failure. It primarily affected the US East – 1 region. The outage impacted various entities, including the popular social media platform Snapchat, numerous banking institutions, and top cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase. This incident… Read more: AWS Outage Hits Snapchat, Banks and Coinbase

European Digital Assets Manager CoinShares (OTCQX: CNSRF) recently scrutinized a unique $20B crypto market liquidity event. Their analysis, published last week, highlights that Bitcoin prices have reverted to June’s levels. This price correction struck CoinShares as somewhat unusual. In the CoinShares report, it’s noted that Bitcoin’s price has taken a substantial hit from its recent… Read more: CoinShares Analyses $20B Crypto Market Liquidity Shift

In a surprising turn of events, OurCrowd‘s founding CEO, Jon Medved, plans to step down from his leadership role. As a pioneer in the securities crowdfunding sector, Medved significantly influenced the Israeli firm’s direction. However, a recent ALS diagnosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, has triggered this role change. Under Medved’s guidance, OurCrowd has… Read more: OurCrowd CEO Jon Medved Steps Down Amid ALS Diagnosis

SecureLend has boldly stepped into the fintech space this week. They announced the commercial launch of their AI-powered lending platform, designed to revolutionize loan origination processes. Community banks, factoring companies, and alternative lenders can benefit from this. The platform could speed up loan origination by up to 10 times and cut costs by a significant… Read more: SecureLend Launches AI-Powered Lending Platform

Google is partnering with Yapily, a top-tier open banking infrastructure provider in Europe. The goal of this collaboration is to enhance Google’s bank account verification service for European businesses. This marks a significant step forward in Google’s ongoing efforts to improve its financial services. The primary aim of this alliance is to bolster the bank… Read more: Google Partners with Yapily to Boost Bank Verification

Salt Bank and Upvest recently joined forces. This exciting development in integrated securities trading opens a fresh chapter for Romanian users. Now, they can invest in global markets directly via their mobile banking app. This innovative move is set to transform user interaction with financial markets. Responding directly to the rising demand for user-friendly investment… Read more: Salt Bank and Upvest Launch Integrated Securities Trading

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has unveiled global payouts and payment links, marking a significant shift in the fintech landscape. Enabled by the stablecoin USDC, these tools offer businesses the ability to send and receive payments with competitive fees, instant settlement, and global reach. This initiative is a pioneering step in the use of cryptocurrency for regular business… Read more: Coinbase Launches Global Payouts and Payment Links

The US-based cryptocurrency exchange, Gemini, recently unveiled a new development in digital asset management. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on September 30, 2025, that select state-chartered trust companies can now serve as custodians for digital assets. This news relates to the Investment Company Act and Advisers Act. Before this, managing digital assets,… Read more: Gemini to Offer Crypto Retirement Plans After SEC Ruling

Sonatype, a highly regarded AI-centric DevSecOps provider, recently released its Open Source Malware Index for Q3 2025. The report provides a detailed analysis of a shocking 34,319 open source malware packages. These threats were uncovered by Sonatype in several prominent open source registries, including npm, PyPI, and Hugging Face. The report indicates that hackers appear… Read more: Sonatype’s Q3 2025 Report Reveals Open Source Malware Surge

iCapital, a financial technology firm, is poised to transform Canada’s investment landscape. They’re launching a private credit solution, a first in the Canadian market, offered by global investment firm BlackRock. This innovation expands investment options for accredited investors, and is accessible through advisor channels, in both CAD-hedged and USD-denominated options. This groundbreaking development signifies a… Read more: iCapital and BlackRock to Transform Canadian Investment Scene

Fenergo, a renowned Dublin-based Regtech firm, recently announced a collaboration with global asset servicing solutions provider, Adepa. This partnership aims to streamline investor onboarding and enhance compliance within Adepa’s operations. Adepa plans to optimize its processes through Fenergo’s software integration. This is crucial in the dynamic and complex regulatory landscape. Consequently, Fenergo’s solutions will guide… Read more: Fenergo and Adepa Partner to Boost Investor Onboarding

In the face of a fluctuating economic climate, Deloitte has noted a significant shift in consumer behaviour. Their latest research shows a downturn in US consumer spending, hitting a low not seen since 1997. This trend signifies a growing focus on effective money management in times of economic uncertainty. Deloitte’s findings suggest that the current… Read more: Deloitte Reports US Consumer Spending Slump Amid Economic Uncertainty

Newsmax (NYSE:NMAX) has recently made a significant decision. The company plans to establish a strategic digital asset reserve. It intends to invest up to $5 million in the next year, primarily in Bitcoin (BTC) and the Official Trump Coin (TRUMP). This investment in digital assets signals a major shift for Newsmax. It comes as traditional… Read more: Newsmax to Invest $5m in Bitcoin and Trump Coin

In a surprising development, BondIT, an artificial intelligence company, has publicly announced it’s suing JP Morgan (NYSE:JPM), a globally recognized banking firm. BondIT, an Israeli fintech firm, accuses JP Morgan of stealing its technology. Operating in the fixed income sector, BondIT offers AI-powered solutions. These solutions aim to optimize portfolio management and enhance investment strategies.… Read more: BondIT Sues JP Morgan Alleging Stolen Fintech Tech

As the US federal government remains closed, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)‘s inoperability is not merely inconvenient. It’s evolving into an economic risk. The SEC’s “non-essential” label is a critical misstep, endangering investor protection, hindering capital formation, and disrupting the US financial system’s smooth operation. The SEC plays a pivotal role in protecting investors.… Read more: US Shutdown Risks Economy as SEC Deemed Non-Essential

Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) recently took a significant step in revolutionizing digital commerce. They unveiled the Trusted Agent Protocol, a cornerstone of agentic commerce. It’s designed to boost secure communication between AI agents and merchants. This inventive solution targets the problems plaguing agent-driven commerce. For those new to the term, agentic commerce involves transactions carried… Read more: Visa Introduces Trusted Agent Protocol for AI Commerce

Lumera Protocol announced the launch of the Lumera Hub this week. Lumera Protocol, an AI-first Layer-1 blockchain, hails from the Pastel Network. The latest addition to the Lumera ecosystem, the Lumera Hub, serves as a dedicated user and developer interface. This announcement follows closely on the heels of Lumera’s recent mainnet debut. Lumera Protocol stands… Read more: Lumera Protocol Unveils Lumera Hub, Expanding Ecosystem

Alpaca, a self-clearing broker-dealer in stocks, ETFs, options, and fixed income, recently became a Nasdaq Exchange Member. This major step strengthens Alpaca’s commitment to building a robust, full-stack brokerage infrastructure. It also boosts their standing in the competitive US market. Alpaca’s Nasdaq membership offers more than prestige. It’s a strategic move that brings many benefits.… Read more: Alpaca Bolsters Brokerage Offering with Nasdaq Membership

Kraken, a digital assets and investing platform, recently acquired Small Exchange. The latter, a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-licensed Designated Contract Market (DCM), was previously under the ownership of IG Group. Kraken purchased it for a hefty $100 million, marking their latest strategic acquisition. This acquisition forms part of Kraken’s current expansion strategy. The company… Read more: Kraken Acquires Small Exchange in $100m Strategic Move

Ripple, a digital asset firm, recently acquired GTreasury, marking a significant move in the fintech sector. This acquisition, Ripple’s third in 2025, signifies strategic expansion within the financial industry. Ripple purchased GTreasury, a provider of comprehensive treasury services, for a hefty $1 billion. This move underlines Ripple’s dedication to innovative financial solutions and expanding their… Read more: Ripple Acquires GTreasury in $1B Fintech Sector Move

The federal government shutdown, now in its second week, shows no signs of resolution. This is primarily due to the Democrat minority’s staunch stance on the addition of a hefty $1.5 trillion to specific government programmes. Meanwhile, the Republican majority is pressing forward with a proposal for a continuing resolution (CR), in an attempt to… Read more: US Government Shutdown Stalls IPOs, Rocks Capital Markets

Stablecoin payments firm, RedotPay, announces its expansion with the Circle Payments Network. This week, they unveiled a new feature – “Send Crypto, Receive MXN”. Designed to offer an almost instant, cost-effective solution specifically for Mexico, this feature targets one of the world’s most substantial payment corridors. RedotPay takes a significant step in the fintech industry… Read more: RedotPay Enhances Integration with Circle Payments Network

Colombia recently celebrated a significant milestone in its fintech evolution. On October 8, the country launched its first government-backed real-time payments rail, Bre-B. Developed by Colombia’s central bank, Banco de la República, this innovative payment system adds a new dimension to the nation’s digital payments landscape. Bre-B, which integrates seamlessly into institutional mobile wallets and… Read more: Colombia Launches First Government-Backed Real-Time Payment Rail

Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) recently announced its decision to acquire Industry Ventures. This move, made on October 13, 2025, aims to strengthen its position in private markets. Industry Ventures, a recognized venture capital firm based in San Francisco, is known for its significant sector contributions. As a result of this acquisition, Goldman Sachs intends to… Read more: Goldman Sachs to Acquire Industry Ventures in Strategic Move

When the CEO of a prominent asset management firm talks about tokenization, it’s crucial to pay attention. That’s especially true when the firm is BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, boasting over $13.46 trillion under its management. Recently, BlackRock’s CEO, Larry Fink, has been vocal about tokenization. His remarks on CNBC have stirred both traditional… Read more: BlackRock CEO Foresees Tokenization of All Assets

CapitalRise, the real estate investment platform, recently revealed a significant evolution in its lending strategy. This shift aims to cater more effectively to the fluctuating needs of the UK’s property finance market. The changes include expanded geographical coverage, diversified asset classes, and a wider product range. In response to the dynamic UK real estate investment… Read more: CapitalRise Revamps Lending Strategy for UK Property Market

Recent research from Aberdeen suggests that private markets could outperform traditional 60/40 portfolio strategies. The study proposes an 8-point plan to ensure private markets work for the public good. This could potentially lead to significant boosts in returns from retirement funds. The traditional 60/40 portfolio strategy refers to an investment balance of 60% in stocks… Read more: Aberdeen’s Plan Could Boost Retirement Fund Returns

The stablecoin payroll platform, Toku, recently joined forces with verifiable AI provider, Lagrange. This collaboration marks a significant stride in the fintech sector, blending artificial intelligence with stablecoin payroll systems. Over the past four years, Toku has made substantial strides in developing the first global system for token compensation, successfully navigating tax and compliance challenges… Read more: Toku and Lagrange Partner for AI-Enhanced Stablecoin Payroll

Global crypto discussions usually revolve around U.S. enforcement disputes and microstate trials. Yet, the activities of Japan and South Korea often fly under the radar. These Asian nations are, however, silently leading the charge towards large-scale blockchain adoption. They are doing this by crafting predictable regulations, building institutional-grade foundations, and nurturing a consumer base that… Read more: Japan and South Korea Lead the Way in Blockchain Adoption

Insurtech firm ClaimSorted recently secured a substantial $13.3 million seed funding round. This financial boost will drive the company’s mission to grow its digital claims TPA platform. In turn, this growth will help Carriers and MGAs transform claims from a “frustration” into a “competitive advantage”. This funding round marks a key milestone for ClaimSorted, underscoring… Read more: ClaimSorted Secures £13.3M to Revolutionise Insurance Claims

Paxos recently stated that trust company-issued stablecoins are the future of global finance. This fintech firm, renowned for its blockchain services, sees digital currencies as an essential part of the world’s financial infrastructure. They argue that stablecoins can quicken settlements and make cross-border payments more cost-effective and efficient. Moreover, they can bridge the gap between… Read more: Paxos Foresees Stablecoins as Future of Global Finance

In the past decade, Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) have soared in strategic significance for reserve banks. This surge is evident in a report by Quinlan & Associates. The remarkable growth is visible in the rise of projects from a mere three in 2016 to an impressive 149 by August 2025. This trend underscores the… Read more: CBDC Projects Surge to 149 Globally Despite Challenges

The Bitcoin and cryptocurrency market is showing signs of recovery following a nearly $19 billion wipeout, as reported by Derive.xyz. However, the team at Derive.xyz warns that heightened volatility suggests more turbulent times lie ahead for the sector. On Friday, October 10, 2025, the market experienced an unprecedented meltdown, according to the Derive.xyz update. The… Read more: Bitcoin Market Recovers After $19bn Wipeout Warns Derive.xyz

Sweden’s Riksbank has made an important step towards enhancing offline card payments infrastructure. The bank, along with key payment market representatives, has agreed to increase the capacity for offline card payments for essential goods. The latest news from Riksbank reveals this joint effort as a vital step. It ensures that everyone, irrespective of their location… Read more: Sweden’s Riksbank Boosts Offline Card Payments Infrastructure

Foris DAX Middle East FZ-LLC, also known as Crypto.com, has made a significant stride in the Middle East’s fintech industry. This company has secured In-Principle Approval (IPA) for a Stored Value Facilities (SVF) license from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE). This achievement underscores Crypto.com’s vital role in the worldwide cryptocurrency ecosystem.… Read more: Crypto.com Nears First UAE Virtual Asset Provider Status

In a move to shield Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) from hidden foreign exchange fees, Pleo has unveiled multi-currency accounts. Powered by Mastercard, this initiative aims to enable SMEs to manage and spend six currencies with one card. At present, SMEs bear a hefty £4bn annual cost in hidden FX fees, an issue Pleo is… Read more: Pleo Launches Multi-Currency Accounts for SMEs

The recent Fintech Forward 2025 event in Bahrain presented a matured picture of the fintech landscape. This was not a showcase of future dreams and far-out concepts. Instead, the emphasis was on practical solutions and tangible progress in the fintech world. From instant payments to cryptocurrency applications, the event underscored the significant strides the industry… Read more: Fintech Forward 2025 Showcases Matured Industry Landscape

Finzly, a leading payment infrastructure provider, has taken a significant step in the fintech industry this week. They announced their customers are now ISO 20022-ready on FX STAR, their platform for foreign exchange and cross-border payments. This means that Finzly customers are among the first financial institutions to adopt the SWIFT MX messages standard. The… Read more: Finzly Customers Now ISO 20022-Ready on FX STAR Platform

Hargreaves Lansdown, a private investment firm managing an impressive £155 billion, has stated unequivocally that Bitcoin doesn’t qualify as an asset class. This statement provides a clear perspective on the rapidly changing crypto landscape, particularly concerning the leading cryptocurrency. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have long been the focus of financial sector debates. Their rapid growth… Read more: Hargreaves Lansdown Dismisses Bitcoin as Asset Class

The US House of Representatives put its stamp of approval on the digital asset market infrastructure, known as the CLARITY Act, last July. However, since that time, the legislation has been bogged down in the Senate. Members of the Senate are currently debating potential changes to the language of the bill. Republicans have shared their… Read more: Senate Debate Intensifies Over US CLARITY Act

The United States recently established a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) and a Digital Assets Stockpile (DAS). The aim is to boost its digital capital pool via extra asset seizures. This step marks a transition towards leveraging the cryptocurrency ecosystem for law enforcement. Recent data from Chainalysis reveals on-chain balances tied to illicit activities now surpass… Read more: US Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Digital Assets Stockpile

Navro, a fintech firm based in the UK, has recently announced a significant expansion of its real-time, pay-to-bank capability. This expansion allows businesses to send funds instantly to bank accounts, regardless of the time. Importantly, it’s not restricted by traditional banking hours. The solution now extends to an impressive 61 countries. By simplifying international payments… Read more: Navro Expands Real-Time Pay-to-Bank Service to 61 Countries

To combat money laundering and similar illegal transactions, financial services firms must issue Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). These firms are required to report transactions around $10,000 or those structured to hide money movement. FinCEN, the US agency enforcing this rule, recently revised its SARs guidelines. Issuing SARs by financial services firms is not just a… Read more: FinCEN Updates Guidelines to Improve SAR Quality

The fintech landscape is continuously evolving, with companies constantly looking for innovative solutions to enhance their operations. A recent development in this space involves a successful on-chain trade executed on the Polygon testnet. Leading the charge is 21X, the operator of the EU-regulated on-chain trading and settlement system, and DekaBank, the securities services provider of… Read more: 21X and DekaBank Achieve On-Chain Trade on Polygon Testnet

New York residents can now stake their cryptocurrency on digital assets exchange Coinbase. This eagerly anticipated development lets investors earn rewards by securing blockchain networks with their crypto assets. Undeniably, this marks a significant shift in New York’s cryptocurrency landscape. Staking involves participating in a proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain network. It requires locking cryptocurrencies in a… Read more: New York Residents Can Now Stake Crypto on Coinbase

In a recent analysis, QED Investors, a venture capital firm specialising in high-potential financial services firms in the US, shed light on why 2025 has been labelled as the ‘year of the bank charter’. The firm noticed a significant uptick in the filings for de novo charters since January, with as many as 20 applications… Read more: QED Investors Reveals Why 2025 is the Year of Bank Charters

Milo, a top crypto lender, recently announced its clients’ wealth has surged by over $100 million. This increase is due to its unique crypto mortgage offering. Milo’s clients have used Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral, enabling them to buy property worth over $80 million. The best part? They didn’t have to liquidate their crypto assets.… Read more: Milo’s Crypto Mortgages Boost Client Wealth by $100m

Ramp has confidently stepped into the vast $2 trillion U.S. corporate and small-business credit card market. Aiming to disrupt the status quo, it poses a formidable challenge to the current leader, American Express. A recent report highlights the fintech startup’s significant progress. Founded in 2019 by Eric Glyman and Karim Atiyeh, it has already scaled… Read more: Ramp Challenges American Express in Credit Card Market

Several European fintech associations, including notable crowdfunding groups, have rallied behind the Financial Data Access Regulation (FIDA). They’ve jointly penned a letter to the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the Council of the EU. This letter marks a pivotal shift in the European fintech landscape. It demonstrates a shared quest for regulatory clarity, reacting… Read more: European Fintech Groups Unite for Financial Data Regulation