Technology
Technology drives the evolution of financial services, from APIs and cloud infrastructure to mobile banking platforms and blockchain innovations. Fintech Review explores how technological advances are reshaping fintech, improving efficiency, enabling new models, and expanding digital finance possibilities globally.
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Fintech IPOs Soar in 2025 with Healthy Returns
The year 2025 has witnessed a significant increase in the number of initial public offerings (IPOs) in the United States. So far, we’ve recorded 216. This substantial jump, compared to 2024’s figures, signals a positive trend for the rest of the year. Interestingly, fintech companies make up a large portion of these public offerings. Exceptional…
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MARA Holdings Invests in AI with EDF Pulse Ventures Deal
MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) announced a significant investment agreement with EDF Pulse Ventures. This milestone allows MARA to acquire a 64% stake in Exaion, a subsidiary. The move enhances MARA’s artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities. Known for its role in digital energy and infrastructure, MARA stands to benefit greatly from this…
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UK Inflation Rates Steady, Fintech Sector Eyes Rate Cut
Today, the recent inflation statistics were released, showing an increase rate that met expectations. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) reported a 2.7% rise on a yearly basis in July. Excluding the unpredictable food and energy sectors, the core CPI was slightly higher at 3.1% from July 2024 to July 2025. Although these figures are significant,…
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Brightwave Revolutionises AI Research with Background Agents
Agentic AI research platform, Brightwave, has launched an innovative solution, dubbed ‘background agents’. This groundbreaking feature empowers users to control entire fleets of autonomous research agents from one singular, unified control plane. The development is a game-changer in the landscape of multi-agent research systems, drawing inspiration from AI-powered software engineering tools. Notably, Brightwave’s background agents…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Major Public Firms Show Growing Interest in Solana Blockchain
Major public companies are turning their focus to Solana (SOL), a high-performance Layer 1 blockchain. Its speed and low transaction costs make it a popular choice, as highlighted in a recent CoinGecko research report. This report underlines a growing trend of blockchain adoption among leading publicly traded firms. The research provides valuable insights into the…
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Volante Technologies Migrates All Clients to ISO 20022
Volante Technologies, a global Payments as a Service (PaaS) leader, has successfully transitioned all banking customers to the ISO 20022 messaging format for the Fedwire Funds Service. These customers, varying from a few billion to multiple trillion-dollar financial institutions, are now using the new standard. Designed by the International Organization for Standardization, the ISO 20022…
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Steeleye Sheds Light on CNMV’s New Compliance Rules
The Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV), Spain’s financial markets regulator, has unveiled updated record-keeping requirements. The aim is to boost transparency, accountability, and compliance in the financial sector. Leading Regtech firm Steeleye has provided insights into these changes through a detailed analysis. The CNMV’s latest announcement outlines these new guidelines. Their aim is…
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Fairmint Paves Way for Tokenized Stocks in Fintech Sector
The fintech sector is evolving, with companies like Robinhood, Coinbase, and Kraken creating a splash with their tokenized stocks focus. At the forefront of this evolution is Fairmint, reportedly developing the necessary infrastructure. Fairmint’s CEO and co-founder, Joris Delanoue, recently shed light on tokenization trends. His insights offer a peek into the dynamic world of…
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AI Industry Booms in Q2 2025 with Record M&As and Rising Valuations
The “State of AI Q2’25 Report” by CB Insights reveals a swift transformation in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. The second quarter of 2025 stands out as a period of high activity, marked by record-breaking mergers and acquisitions (M&A), skyrocketing valuations, and the ascent of AI agents. These elements collectively redefine the technological landscape. One…
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Cornerstone Report Praises Vertical Banking Strategies
A recent report by Nymbus unveils a notable shift in the financial services sector, as highlighted by Cornerstone Advisors. It states that vertical banking strategies drive significant growth for credit unions and community banks. This shift is crucial, given the intense competition traditional financial institutions face from larger banks and fintechs. Instead of the conventional…
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Republic Europe Revolutionises Crowdfunding with New Feature
The trailblazing securities crowdfunding platform, Republic Europe, formerly Seedrs, now features a significant upgrade to its secondary marketplace. Investors can now set their preferred purchase price for shares issued on the platform. This pioneering feature reshapes the crowdfunding platform scene, giving investors extra flexibility and control. The secondary market feature distinguishes Republic Europe. It creates…
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Ethereum Celebrates a Decade of Decentralised Innovation
Ethereum celebrated its tenth anniversary on July 30, 2025. This day marks a decade since Ethereum’s genesis block was born, sparking a global decentralisation movement and a blockchain revolution. The journey of Ethereum has been transformative. It has shaken traditional trust systems and paved the way for a decentralised internet, or Web3. Over the past…
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EquityBee Unveils 2025 Mid-Year VC Liquidity Tracker
The fintech firm EquityBee, renowned for bridging the gap between startup employees and accredited investors, announced its 2025 Mid-Year VC Liquidity Tracker on July 29, 2025. This crucial data tool offers a broad view of significant venture capital-backed liquidity events. It was released by CEO Oren Barzilai, who is recognised for his insights and leadership…