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Park Square Capital recently announced its plan to expand senior debt offerings. The latest addition is a new European Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO) platform in the fintech industry. This strategy is part of the company’s continuous effort to provide high-quality investment opportunities. If you’re not familiar with a CLO, it’s a type of structured credit.… Read more: Park Square Capital Launches European CLO Platform

iwoca’s most recent SME Expert Index for Q4 2025 unveils a worrying trend. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK face significant financial stress. The report shows a peak in concerns over escalating business costs. This development coincides with the sector’s existing worries about tax changes due in April. Research from top finance brokers… Read more: UK SMEs Face Record Financial Pressure Ahead of Tax Changes

Betterment, a top digital wealth management platform, is enhancing its client offerings. It’s broadening homeownership tools and strengthening professional-grade investment strategies, aiming to deliver more value to its over one million customers. With this latest initiative, Betterment aims to offer broader financial solutions. Renowned for innovation in the robo-advisory and wealthtech sectors, this service expansion… Read more: Betterment Bolsters Client Offerings with New Tools

The Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) warns of a significant rise in ATM jackpotting attacks. These attacks, a sophisticated form of theft, enable criminals to force ATMs to dispense large amounts of cash without a valid transaction. As a result, the FBI is pushing financial institutions to strengthen their defenses against such attacks. ATM jackpotting,… Read more: FBI Warns of Surge in Sophisticated ATM Jackpotting Attacks

Midnight Foundation has recently grown its network by adding two new federated node operators. The foundation announced earlier this week that Blockdaemon and Shielded Technologies are now part of the Midnight Network. This development brings the total number of operators on the network to four, including the previously announced partners, Google Cloud and NASDAQ. The… Read more: Midnight Network Expands with Blockdaemon and Shielded Tech

Monark Markets, a New York-based fintech company, recently closed $8.1 million in strategic financing. This fund aims to support the company’s project, which seeks to connect private markets with brokerage firms and wealth platforms. Operating in the fintech industry, Monark Markets has carved out a unique niche. Their goal is to create a system enabling… Read more: Monark Markets Seals £8.1m for Private Market Access

Ripple‘s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, expects the CLARITY Act, a key U.S. cryptocurrency legislation, to pass Congress by April 2026. He showed an 80 percent confidence level in this prediction during his Fox Business’s “Mornings with Maria” appearance. The CLARITY Act is a milestone in U.S. cryptocurrency legislation. Its passage could impact the broader crypto industry… Read more: Ripple CEO Predicts US Crypto Legislation Success by 2026

Figure Technology Solutions, a leading fintech firm (Nasdaq: FIGR), is currently dealing with a major data breach. This incident, which occurred mid-February 2026, compromised around 967,000 customer accounts. Interestingly, the breach was not a result of a technical flaw but a targeted social engineering attack. Notably, this situation highlights the persistent struggle of fintech companies… Read more: Figure Technology Solutions Hit by Major Data Breach

Swedish Fintech Klarna (NYSE:KLAR) has reported a net loss for Q4 2025, despite a sizable revenue surge. This major player in the buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) and flexible payments sector has marked its first billion-dollar revenue quarter. The results mirror the costs of its aggressive expansion into full-scale banking services. Klarna saw a 38% year-over-year increase in… Read more: Klarna Reports Q4 Loss Despite Billion-Dollar Revenue Surge

Alternative investments often involve certain phrases that can trigger alarm bells for seasoned observers. “Permanently” suspended redemptions, a $1.4 billion bulk asset sale, and an operation under an enigmatic four-letter acronym are such terms. These recent actions by Blue Owl Capital‘s OBDC II spotlight potential liquidity risks for retail investors. The announcement of permanently suspended… Read more: Blue Owl Capital’s OBDC II Raises Liquidity Concerns

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)‘s Division of Trading and Markets recently released an updated FAQ on “crypto asset activities”. This is part of the SEC’s continuous efforts to adapt to the fast-paced changes in the digital assets landscape, including the move towards tokenisation. For the past four years, the SEC has been proactively modifying… Read more: SEC Unveils Updated FAQ on Crypto Asset Activities

Ledn, a crypto lending platform, has made a significant move in the cryptocurrency market. They’ve completed the first-ever securitisation of Bitcoin-collateralised loans into asset-backed securities (ABS). This groundbreaking $188 million deal boosts the credibility of crypto credit products in traditional debt markets. Ledn has ventured into the ABS market, creating new liquidity opportunities in the… Read more: Ledn Pioneers $188m Bitcoin Loan Securitisation into ABS

Lithuania has recently risen as a significant player in capital formation for early-stage ventures in the Baltic region. This accomplishment highlights the country’s dynamic financial technology ecosystem. With over 280 active fintech companies, Lithuania ranks among the largest fintech hubs in the European Union. These insights come from Go Vilnius, the official guide to Lithuania’s… Read more: Lithuania Leads in Baltic Fintech Capital Formation

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has slapped ‘influencers’ or ‘finfluencers’ with financial penalties for promoting FOREX trading without authorisation. This announcement by the regulator is a stark reminder of the risk of trusting investment advice on social media. These ‘influencers’, who often have a large social media presence, have been exploiting their influence to… Read more: FCA Slaps Fines on Influencers for Unauthorised FOREX Tips

Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD) aims to democratise private-company investing. It offers everyday investors the chance to engage in private markets. Recently, the firm launched the Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI), a bold initiative set to transform the investment landscape. Robinhood’s latest move is part of its ongoing efforts to dismantle financial barriers. It offers a… Read more: Robinhood Launches Fund to Democratise Private Investing

A new report by Entrust reveals that companies are becoming more aware of the looming post-quantum threat. However, preparations to combat this threat are not keeping pace. The report, named 2026 Global State of Post-Quantum and Cryptographic Security Trends, offers a mixed picture. It shows increased awareness but decreased readiness. The survey, polling over 4,000… Read more: Firms Aware Yet Unready for Post-Quantum Threat, Entrust Reports

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled a plan to lighten the reporting load for registered investment firms. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to simplify intricate regulatory structures and cut down on compliance costs. This move is a reaction to the industry insiders’ worries about the growing complexity of the… Read more: SEC Aims to Cut Reporting Burdens for Investment Firms

Anchorage Digital, a leading digital bank, recently launched an innovative service called Stablecoin Solutions. This service combines functions like minting, redemption, custody, fiat treasury management, and settlement into a single platform. Stablecoin Solutions presents an enticing opportunity for clients, especially legacy banks, considering a foray into the stablecoin market. In essence, stablecoins are digital currencies… Read more: Anchorage Digital Unveils Innovative Stablecoin Solutions

The Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has assembled a diverse committee of innovation advisors, largely comprising CEOs from various sectors. As the world of finance increasingly digitizes, the CFTC’s role grows in importance. The CFTC’s newly formed committee is leading the charge, with digital assets marking the future of securities. With the financial landscape tilting… Read more: CFTC Assembles Top CEOs for Digital Asset Advisory Committee

Management consulting giant Oliver Wyman has shed light on a significant transformation in the financial landscape. Since the 1944 Bretton Woods conference, central banks and regulators have been the key players in maintaining monetary stability. This responsibility extends to government-issued currencies and their respective financial systems. Nevertheless, in recent years, a new player has emerged… Read more: Oliver Wyman Highlights Stablecoins’ Impact on Finance

Coinbase CEO, Brian Armstrong, recently joined Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno on CNBC, speaking at the World Liberty Forum at Mar-a-Lago. Armstrong heads up Coinbase, the first cryptocurrency exchange to go public and one of the world’s largest marketplaces of its type. The discussion centred around the future of the crypto market infrastructure legislation, where Armstrong… Read more: Coinbase CEO Foresees Positive Outcome for Crypto Legislation

While the world explores artificial intelligence’s (AI) vast potential, a new report indicates energy might be the real game-changer for the global economy. Despite AI’s rapid advancements, financial institutions and professional services insights reveal energy’s growing strategic significance. Undeniably, AI has sparked significant changes in service delivery. Yet, as the global economy evolves, energy’s importance… Read more: Energy Outpaces AI as Key Global Economy Driver

A recent whitepaper by Juniper Research indicates that traditional identity verification methods – Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) – are no longer adequate. The report identifies a significant shift in the fintech landscape. It now includes continuous, agent-level governance in identity verification, extending beyond the initial customer and merchant onboarding. This… Read more: Fintech’s Future Lies in Continuous Identity Verification

Early-stage venture investing has traditionally been a waiting game, full of risk. However, recent tech advancements and regulatory shifts have started transforming this market segment. It’s becoming more accessible to a broader range of investors, particularly those lacking the financial capacity for large-scale investments. Furthermore, the online capital formation landscape, although still young, is evolving… Read more: Crowdcube Revolutionises Investment with Transparency

The idea of a wealth confiscation tax hasn’t found success in any country that’s tried it. Yet, some policymakers and commentators continue to push for taxing unrealised gains and wealth thresholds. According to the Laffer Curve theory, this could backfire due to over-taxation. Despite historical failures, like in Norway, other countries are contemplating similar measures.… Read more: Netherlands Considers Wealth Confiscation Tax Despite Risks

In yet another blow to the DeFi market, ZeroLend has announced its impending shutdown. The company made this significant revelation in a recent post, stating that their protocol has become “no longer sustainable”. The DeFi lending platform, known for its carry trades enabling yield leveraging, is the latest to join a growing list of platforms… Read more: DeFi Market Rocked as ZeroLend Announces Shutdown

Anchorage Digital and B2C2 are enhancing their existing alliance. Their goal is to boost institutional trading and custody. B2C2 plans to join Anchorage Digital’s Atlas platform, a regulated two-way settlement platform designed for institutions to facilitate crypto transactions. Under this partnership, B2C2 will transfer its assets to Anchorage Digital for safekeeping. Furthermore, B2C2 will settle… Read more: Anchorage Digital and B2C2 Enhance Institutional Crypto Trading

In an exciting development, Elemental Royalty (TSX-V: ELE, NASDAQ: ELE) recently announced a new option for investors. They can now receive dividends settled in Tether Gold (XAU₮). This step marks a significant shift towards integrating digital assets with traditional financial structures. The company plans to declare an annual cash dividend of US $0.12 per common… Read more: Elemental Royalty to Pay Dividends in Tether Gold

Utah’s Governor recently criticised the Commodities Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) regulation of prediction markets. He labelled them as mere betting platforms, sparking more controversy in the ongoing debate. The argument is between states wanting to control these markets and the prediction market platforms. The platforms provide markets driven by various binary outcomes. The criticism surfaced… Read more: Utah Governor Slams CFTC’s Regulation of Prediction Markets

Truth Social Funds made significant strides in the fintech sector this week. They filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This filing pertains to two exchange-traded funds (ETFs) – the Truth Social Cronos Yield Maximizer ETF and the Truth Social Bitcoin and Ether ETF. Truth Social Funds’ filing indicates a… Read more: Truth Social Funds Files for Two New ETFs Launch

The UK’s financial sector regulatory body, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has shared its Q4 2025 whistleblowing data. This report sheds light on the misconduct types and levels reported by industry insiders during 2025’s last quarter. The data underscores the pivotal role whistleblowing plays in detecting and tackling malpractice in the sector. Whistleblowing is vital… Read more: FCA Unveils Q4 2025 Whistleblowing Data Highlights

In a groundbreaking decision, Bitwise Asset Management, a top-tier crypto asset manager, has teamed up with WealthRabbit, a digital retirement plan service for small businesses and individuals. The goal of this partnership is to introduce diversified crypto portfolios to WealthRabbit clients, a pioneering step in the UK’s fintech sector. With a reputation for an innovative… Read more: Bitwise and WealthRabbit Offer Crypto Portfolios in UK First

The United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong central banks have recently agreed to enhance their fintech cooperation. This significant development focuses on cross-border debt market links, digital assets, and stablecoin regulation. This news follows the UAE central bank’s recent induction into Hong Kong’s Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU). This collaboration aims to bolster the financial infrastructure.… Read more: UAE and Hong Kong Central Banks Boost Fintech Cooperation

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is distinguishing itself in the ever-changing landscape of artificial intelligence (AI). A recent report by PitchBook indicates that AI funding in this region is now more influenced by practical considerations than just enthusiasm. PitchBook’s Q1 2026 Analyst Note reveals a strategic shift in AI investments. This shift is particularly visible in… Read more: APAC Leads in Practical AI Venture Investments

Emerging from stealth mode this week, fintech startup ZeroDrift made headlines with the announcement of a $2 million pre-seed funding round. The funding aim? To revolutionise compliance through automation. The round, led by a16z speedrun, promises to drive ZeroDrift’s go-to-market launch. This influx of capital will enable the company to deliver on their ambition to… Read more: ZeroDrift Secures £2M for Compliance Automation Revolution

The secondary private markets experienced a significant expansion in 2025, a landmark development. An all-time high in transaction volumes, reaching $225 billion, marked this growth. This 45% increase from the previous year broke the $200 billion threshold for the first time, signifying the market’s maturation. While the secondary private markets have been growing steadily, the… Read more: Secondary Private Markets Hit $225bn High in 2025

In a bid to assist mobile merchants, SumUp has launched its Solo Lite card reader in the UK market. At a modest price of £25, this innovative device offers a sturdy, mobile-optimised solution for small businesses. The introduction of this device reflects SumUp’s commitment to delivering inventive payment solutions for a wide array of businesses.… Read more: SumUp Debuts Solo Lite Card Reader in UK Market

In a ground-breaking development for the fintech sector, Anchorage Digital, Kamino, and the Solana Company are joining forces. They aim to provide institutions with the means to stake SOL tokens. This innovative tri-party custody model is the first of its kind. It’s a move that underscores the dynamic evolution of the digital asset space. The… Read more: Anchorage Digital, Kamino, Solana Launch SOL Staking Service

Often seen as change-resistant, the insurance industry is due for a transformation. Federato’s co-founder and CEO, Will Ross, is leveraging his extensive AI experience to shake up the sector. Ross’s 15-year AI background enables him to harness the transformative power of technology for insurance. Ross’s deep AI knowledge significantly influences Federato. His experience spanning two… Read more: Federato CEO Leverages AI to Revolutionise Insurance

The leading digital assets exchange, Kraken, recently unveiled a new service, Kraken 360. This platform aims to simplify and organise the complex process of launching new protocols. Through an integrated suite of tools and expertise, Kraken 360 promises to make protocol launches more efficient. Kraken has earned a strong reputation in the industry for managing… Read more: Kraken Unveils Kraken 360 to Simplify Protocol Launches

A recent event has shaken the cryptocurrency landscape. Braden John Karony, ex-chief of SafeMoon US LLC, received a significant penalty from a Brooklyn federal court. This penalty stems from his deceptive operation, duping numerous investors. In this ruling, Karony received a hefty 100-month incarceration sentence. This case underscores the risks and pitfalls in the cryptocurrency… Read more: Ex-SafeMoon Exec Sentenced in Brooklyn Cryptocurrency Scam

Digital solutions are reshaping the financial landscape, with the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) leading the charge. Recently, the LSEG announced plans to enhance its Digital Markets Infrastructure (DMI) with on-chain settlement capabilities, a blockchain technology feature. This move could revolutionise finance, marking a major step towards integrating blockchain into mainstream markets. On-chain settlement allows… Read more: London Stock Exchange Group Unveils Blockchain Integration Plans

New research illuminates a contrasting global fintech landscape in 2025 and early 2026. Once known as a dynamo of financial innovation, the United Kingdom is now facing a significant downturn in investment. Funding for UK fintech companies experienced a notable 21% drop in 2025. Meanwhile, other regions are witnessing a rebound in overall funding. Historically,… Read more: UK Fintech Funding Drops 21% as Global Sector Recovers

Ripple Labs has recently responded to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s request for input on a revolutionary payment account prototype, as outlined in Docket OP-1877. This significant move aims to enhance the nation’s financial infrastructure’s efficiency and security by extending permissions to select non-bank entities. Streamlining financial processes and boosting their security is the primary objective… Read more: Ripple Labs Responds to US Federal Reserve’s Payment Initiative

In the Terminator films, a villainous artificial intelligence (AI), Skynet, gains self-awareness and targets humanity for elimination. This narrative may not be as far-fetched as we think. As AI becomes more prevalent, the possibility of similar safety incidents is a growing concern. Our increasing dependence on AI in industries like finance and healthcare makes robust… Read more: AI Safety Incidents Review Essential for Secure Future

In a notable development, French firm Mistral AI has committed €1.2 Billion to strengthen Sweden’s AI infrastructure. This news emerged during the Techarena 2026 conference in Stockholm. Essentially, it emphasizes Mistral AI’s determination to foster advanced technology growth in Sweden. Since its launch in 2023, Mistral AI has experienced remarkable growth. The company has successfully… Read more: Mistral AI Pledges €1.2bn to Boost Sweden’s AI Sector

Asset management giant BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has made a groundbreaking move. In a bid to fuse traditional finance with decentralized protocols, it has partnered with Securitize and Uniswap Labs. The goal? To enable direct on-chain trading of BlackRock’s BUIDL fund. This marks BlackRock’s debut in the decentralized finance (DeFi) realm. The firm’s BUIDL fund, once only… Read more: BlackRock Enters DeFi with Securitize and Uniswap Labs

In a game-changing development for the UK’s entrepreneurial sector, Crowdcube, a top online capital-raising platform, now allows issuers to raise unlimited capital on their marketplace. This change follows the introduction of new Public Offer Platforms, signifying a major shift in the UK’s funding landscape. Previously, a cap limited the capital that issuers could raise on… Read more: Crowdcube to Offer Unlimited Capital Raising for UK Startups

As the world’s second-largest economy, China significantly influences the global stage, particularly with its vast and influential fintech industry. However, China’s recent renewed ban on cryptocurrencies and allowance for private firms to enable digital assets has sparked global attention. Many interpret this move as China’s resistance to tokenization. Yet, one observer argues that this interpretation… Read more: China and Saudi Arabia Seek Control Over Tokenization

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) of the United States recently stepped into a high-profile legal dispute. This move suggests a notable shift towards more supportive federal oversight of prediction markets, impacting both the cryptocurrency and derivatives sectors. On February 5, 2026, the CFTC lodged a motion in the ongoing legal battle. Undeniably, this marks… Read more: CFTC Steps in to Regulate Cryptocurrency Prediction Markets