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Stay up to date with the latest news in fintech, crypto, and digital finance. Our News section delivers concise, insightful coverage of market developments, funding rounds, regulatory updates, and innovations shaping the financial technology landscape.
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PeerBerry and Aventus Group Drive Fintech Sector Growth
European investment platform PeerBerry has been making waves in the global investment scene. This platform, which serves as a globally-accessible investing marketplace, has been powered by significant partnerships with the Aventus Group. As a result, PeerBerry’s financial performance, investor confidence, and expansion plans have been in the spotlight. Recent reports show a steady increase in…
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Global Private Equity and Venture Capital Markets Slow in July
In July, the global private markets experienced a slowdown, as outlined in a report by S&P Global Market Intelligence. The report indicates a near 7% drop in total private equity and venture capital, from $56.44 billion in June to $52.59 billion in July. Interestingly, this slowdown follows a steady growth period in the private equity…
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Retail Fintech Sector Shows Resilience in Q2 2025
In a recent report, the retail fintech sector showed impressive resilience in Q2 2025. The Q2 2025 Retail Fintech VC Trends update, released by PitchBook, highlights a substantial rebound in venture capital investment. This growth is mainly due to a strong focus on innovative technologies and strategic market positioning, despite economic uncertainties. Despite an unpredictable…
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Germany Solidifies Status as Fintech and AI Powerhouse
Germany is reinforcing its reputation as a European entrepreneurship powerhouse, with a booming startup ecosystem that thrives on advanced technology, robust infrastructure, and a vibrant pool of investors. Despite facing a challenging business environment, German investors remain committed to supporting fintech and Artificial Intelligence (AI) ventures. This is according to a recent report by CB…
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Marqeta Boosts European Presence with TransactPay Acquisition
Marqeta recently acquired TransactPay to boost its card programme management capabilities in Europe. This strategic move marks a key growth milestone for Marqeta, furthering its ambition to lead the global fintech industry. Marqeta, a modern card issuing pioneer, offers advanced infrastructure and tools for building highly configurable payment cards. Its innovative platform and advanced API…
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Capitolis Rakes in $56m Investment from Global Banks
Fintech firm Capitolis announced that it has secured additional investments from a number of global banks and venture capital firms. This round of funding brings the total capital raised by the company to $56 million. Renowned banking institutions Barclays and BNP Paribas are among the new investors in Capitolis. Both banks join J.P. Morgan, an…
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Southeast Asia’s Early-Stage Capital Crunch Deepens
According to a recent analysis by PitchBook, the Southeast Asian venture capital ecosystem is undergoing a significant shift. Their Q3 2025 Analyst Note, “Southeast Asia’s Early-Stage Capital Crunch”, highlights a tightening of early-stage funding. This change stems from cautious investor sentiment, macroeconomic uncertainties, and other yet-to-be-determined factors. This report exposes the increasingly unstable situation of…
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Magure Transforms into Full-Stack AI Innovation Ecosystem
Setting a bold precedent, Magure, a Dubai-based fintech firm, renowned for its AI prowess, has announced a comprehensive strategic transformation. From a service-led AI partner, it’s evolving into a full-stack AI innovation ecosystem. This significant shift marks a momentous leap for the company. Instead of merely delivering top-tier AI services, Magure is now ready to…
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AI-native ERP Platform Rillet Raises $70m in Series B Round
Rillet, a cutting-edge AI-native ERP platform, recently raised $70 million in a Series B funding round. The round saw joint leadership from Andreessen Horowitz and ICONIQ. Additionally, Sequoia, Oak HC/FT, and existing investors took part. The Rillet platform, designed specifically for today’s finance teams, leverages artificial intelligence to revolutionize the ERP sector. It combines advanced…
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Citigroup Spotlights ETF Conversions and US Tariff Effects
Recent reports by Citigroup (NYSE: C) highlight the current market dynamics transforming the financial sector. The banking giant consistently provides strategies for investors, asset managers, and policymakers. They particularly focus on two main trends: mutual fund-to-ETF conversions in Europe and the U.S. tariffs’ effect on global equities. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are investment funds traded on…
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Retail Investors Poised to Catch Unicorns in Equity Shift
Capital formation, fintech, and policy have been the hot topics of conversation in recent podcasts. A new vision for retail participation in private equity has emerged, breaking the wealth barrier. This has been a result of discussions with some of the most forward-thinking minds in these industries. The question remains, can retail investors catch the…
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Arcade.dev and Lithic Forge AI E-commerce Partnership
In a pivotal step for e-commerce, Arcade.dev and Lithic have unveiled a new partnership. They aim to create an AI e-commerce application for secure, authenticated payments. Renowned for their unified agent action platform, Arcade.dev will collaborate with Lithic, a top card processing platform. Together, they plan to disrupt online shopping by launching shopping agents. This…
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Trump’s Order Expands 401(k) Options Boosting Fintech Sector
President Donald Trump has taken a transformative step for retirement savings by signing an executive order. This order enables alternative assets in retirement accounts. It’s a big leap for those with 401(k) retirement accounts and other defined contribution plans. The move aims to diversify savings options and could potentially boost retirement incomes. Before this, 401(k)…
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Accenture Ventures Invests in Software Firm YearOne
Accenture has recently invested in YearOne, a company focused on accelerating software development with its data-centric platform. This initiative by Accenture Ventures aims to speed up digital product creation. Accenture, renowned for its strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations services, expects a powerful synergy with YearOne. The goal is to combine Accenture’s industry expertise and…
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US Retirement Market Opens to Cryptocurrency Investments
The US retirement market is now welcoming cryptocurrencies. Devere Group‘s CEO Nigel Green has shared that Donald Trump’s executive order could empower many Americans to boost their retirement wealth with cryptocurrencies, private equity, and other alternative assets. This significant move broadens the $9 trillion US retirement market, introducing a wider range of investment options. Traditionally,…
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Ripple Acquires Rail in $200M Stablecoin Payments Venture
In a significant development, Ripple has chosen to acquire Rail, a global payments platform leveraging stablecoin technology. With a valuation of $200 million, this acquisition marks Ripple’s strategic entry into the stablecoin payments domain. Rail, a key player in the fintech sector, provides a comprehensive payment solution for fintechs, neobanks, payment providers, and enterprise organisations.…
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Revolut Appoints Ernst & Young as Global Auditor for 2026
Following a thorough audit tender process, Revolut Group Holdings Ltd has announced the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP (EY) as its Global Auditor. This news pertains to the financial year ending 31st December 2026. The digital bank’s progress in the fintech sector is notable, and this decision underlines its dedication to high-standard financial auditing.…
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Brex Acquires EU License and Expands into Netherlands
The fintech firm Brex recently acquired a Payment Institution (PI) license in the European Union via the Netherlands. This development allows Brex to extend its services to more European businesses. Moreover, Brex is setting up a new office in the Netherlands, highlighting their commitment to European expansion. The PI license is a key part of…
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NordVPN Warns of New AI-Generated Cyberthreat Slopsquatting
The cybersecurity firm NordVPN has alerted users to a novel cyberthreat, “slopsquatting”. This new threat involves Artificial Intelligence (AI) accidentally creating fake websites. Cybercriminals exploit these sites for illegal activities. The AI-generated illusions are used to construct fake domains and develop harmful code, increasing users’ risk. Although slopsquatting is a fresh concept, its implications are…
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Bank of England Cuts Benchmark Interest Rate to 4%
The Bank of England recently cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, reducing it to 4%. This decision, however, did not receive unanimous approval. The close vote, with 5 in favour and 4 against, resulted in the rate cut. Notably, one member, Alan Taylor, proposed a more aggressive cut. He advocated for a…