News
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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Klar Acquires Bineo to Secure Banking License
Fintech firm Klar has made a significant move to secure a banking license. It has announced its acquisition of Bineo…
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Rise in AI Tools Use for Financial Planning, J.D. Power Study Finds
In today’s world, rising consumer goods prices have consumers seeking financial advice. From budgeting to investing, more and more people …
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Local Payment Methods Drive Global eCommerce Growth
According to a recent whitepaper from Juniper Research, the global eCommerce landscape is undergoing a significant shift. This change …
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UK SMEs Lose £6.15bn Annually Due to Outdated Payments
Recent research indicates that UK SMEs suffer significant financial losses due to outdated payment methods. Tink‘s study reveals that …
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AI Coding Flaw Poses Threat to Coinbase and Others
In the rapidly growing software development field, artificial intelligence (AI) has become vital for efficient coding and increased productivity. However, …
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Q2 2025 Private Market Fundraising Shows Cautious Optimism
The Q2 2025 private market fundraising landscape exhibited a sense of cautious optimism, according to the latest Global Private Market …
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Irish Banks to Launch Zip Pay, Rival to Revolut in 2026
Competing with the digital banking sector, Ireland’s retail banks are preparing to introduce a mobile payment platform, Zip Pay, in …
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Brazil’s Central Bank Champions Sustainability and Pix Success
Striding towards digital financial inclusion and sustainability, Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) recently announced two significant milestones. Firstly, the central …
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Seoul Police Bust Crypto Hackers with Chainalysis Aid
The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency recently dismantled a notorious international hacking ring. Known for pilfering millions in cryptocurrency, the group …
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Wealthsimple Data Breach Impacts 30,000 Customers
Wealthsimple, a Canadian fintech firm, recently disclosed a data security incident. This breach impacted less than 1% of its …
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Visa Pay Launches in DRC Boosting Financial Inclusion
Visa recently launched Visa Pay, a new mobile payment solution, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The goal …
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Julius Bär Report Highlights Stablecoins’ Potential in Finance
Digital currencies and stablecoins are revolutionising the global financial services sector. A recent report from Julius Bär highlights this potential. …
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Singapore’s Green Investments Partnership Secures $510m
Singapore consistently strengthens its position as a global hub for financial innovation and regional collaboration. A significant development is the …
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Adams Street Partners Expands into Abu Dhabi Market
The Chicago-based firm, Adams Street Partners, LLC, a private markets investment management specialist, recently increased its global presence. The …
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Geniez AI Raises £6m to Fuse Mainframes with AI Tech
Geniez AI, a UK-based AI startup, has successfully raised $6 million in a recent seed funding round. StageOne Ventures…
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Republic Europe to List SpaceX Mirror Notes Soon
UK fintech enthusiasts, brace yourselves for an exciting development. Republic Europe, formerly known as Seedrs, is set to list …
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Lead Bank Secures £70m Boosting Valuation to £1.47bn
The Missouri-based financial institution, Lead Bank, has successfully secured a whopping $70 million in its latest funding round. This …
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Snappi Becomes Greece’s First ECB Licensed Digital Bank
In a significant stride towards financial digitalisation, Snappi has emerged as the first digital-only bank in Greece, licensed by the …
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Affirm Sheds Light on True Value of Credit Card Rewards
BNPL Fintech Affirm (NASDAQ: AFRM) recently shared insights on the complexities of credit card rewards. The information comes from a …
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Figure Technology Solutions Eyes $4.1bn Nasdaq IPO
Figure Technology Solutions, the San Francisco-based fintech company powered by blockchain, is reportedly planning for an initial public offering …