Baxter Lanius of Alternative Payments Explains How AI is Enhancing B2B Payment Infrastructure

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We recently connected with Baxter Lanius, CEO and founder of Alternative Payments, to learn about how AI is modernizing B2B payment infrastructure, specifically in blue-collar industries that have long been overlooked by fintech. For background, Alternative Payments is focused on modernizing payment systems for managed… Read More

 

 




Canada’s Push to Regulate Stablecoin Issuers: A New Framework in the Works

Canada is taking significant steps to regulate the stablecoin market, with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) collaborating with the Department of Finance and the Bank of Canada to develop a comprehensive legislative framework. Announced recently, this initiative aims to establish clear… Read More

Old-School Floor Traders Take on CME Group in Landmark Chicago Trial

A long-simmering legal battle between veteran Chicago floor traders and CME Group, the world’s largest derivatives marketplace, finally reached the courtroom. Nearly 4,000 traders, once the lifeblood of Chicago’s iconic trading pits, are seeking over $2 billion in damages in a class-action lawsuit that accuses… Read More

Circle Is Pursuing a National Bank Charter

Circle Internet Financial (NYSE:CRCL), the issuer of the world’s second-largest stablecoin, USDC, is making moves to redefine its role in the global financial ecosystem. With a market cap of over $63 billion and a recent blockbuster IPO, Circle is focused on becoming the leading stablecoins… Read More

Bank of England Governor Cautions Banks on Issuing Stablecoins, Citing Risks to Financial Stability

In an address that underscores growing concerns over the evolving landscape of digital finance, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has issued a stern warning to commercial banks considering the issuance of their own stablecoins. As reported by the Times, Bailey says he prefers tokenized… Read More

Stablecoins + TradFi: Dakota Raises $12.5 Million Series A

Dakota, a Fintech described as a “crypto-integrated business banking platform,” has announced a $12.5 million Series A funding round. The funding was led by CoinFund, with participation from 6th Man Ventures (6MV) and Triton Ventures. The new money is expected to be used for accelerating… Read More

Inflation in Line at 0.3%, Annual Rate at 2.7%

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics released June CPI numbers today, revealing an inline report for the month at 0.3%. The annualized rate stands at 2.7% – substantially higher than the US Federal Reserve’s target rate of 2%. At the same time, real average hourly… Read More

Hospitality Business Payments Fintech Panda Is Raising Funds via Crowdcube

Panda, as described in a blog post from Crowdcube, is an upcoming Fintech platform for students & hospitality fans, aiming to blend “real-time discovery of restaurants, bars and venues with flexible credit” via Panda Credit. The company aims to streamline “how people find & pay… Read More

Uncertainty Over UK Business Outlook, Budget Constraints Led Firms to Reduce Hiring Activity, Survey Reveals

Uncertainty over the business outlook and budget constraints led companies to reduce their hiring activity again in June, according to the latest KPMG and REC UK Report on Jobs survey, compiled by S&P Global. Permanent staff appointments fell at the steepest rate “for nearly two… Read More

Ireland Aims for 10,000 New Fintech Jobs in Economic Push

Ireland is positioning itself as a global Fintech hub, with the Department of Finance unveiling a strategy to create 8,000 to 10,000 new jobs in the sector over the coming years. In an interview with FinTech Magazine, Minister of State for Finance, Robert Troy, outlined… Read More

UK Finance Shares Updates on Payment System Enhancements, Stablecoin Frameworks

The UK financial services sector is undergoing a transformative period, with recent developments highlighting efforts to foster inclusivity, innovation, and resilience. Key updates from UK Finance underscore initiatives like the Investing in Women Code, advancements in payment systems, IT challenges, compliance with the EU’s Digital… Read More




HKMA Warns Public Over Fake Regulatory Documents

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a public warning after receiving multiple enquiries about fraudulent documents falsely claiming to be issued by the city’s banking regulator. The incident underscores growing concerns over financial scams targeting investors by impersonating official agencies. In a statement,… Read More

Cboe Europe to Introduce Pan-European EBBO Trading Solution for Retail Investors

Cboe Europe, operator of the largest pan-European stock exchange by value traded and a division of Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), announced its plans to launch a retail-focused trading service on its Lit order book designed to enhance execution outcomes for retail investors trading stocks… Read More

Bank of England Launches Review to Safeguard Cash Access for Vulnerable Consumers

The Bank of England has announced a comprehensive review to ensure continued access to physical currency, particularly for the most vulnerable members of society. This decision comes amid reports that some Britons, especially those reliant on cash for daily transactions, are increasingly facing challenges as… Read More

Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) Sees Price Increase, Rise in Popularity

Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) has captured the cryptocurrency market’s attention with a 24%+ price increase in the past 24 hours or so, reaching $0.2452 as of July 13, 2025. This growth, which propelled HBAR to the 14th largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, is driven by a… Read More

US Regulators Issue Joint Guidance on Crypto Custody for Banking Institutions

The Federal Reserve, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) released a pivotal joint statement outlining operational guidance for banks engaging in cryptocurrency custody services. This development marks a significant step in integrating digital assets into… Read More

Grayscale Investments Sets Sights on Public Listing with Confidential SEC Filing

Grayscale Investments, a digital asset management firm, has taken a step toward becoming a publicly traded company. Recently, the firm announced it had confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signaling its intent to pursue an… Read More

Lloyds Bank in Talks to Acquire Fintech Curve for £120M

Lloyds Bank is reportedly engaged in advanced discussions to acquire Curve, a UK-based Fintech company, for approximately £120 million. Curve is also a company that pursued securities crowdfunding, raising money online during its earlier days. According to sources cited by Sky News, the deal could… Read More

EquityZen Describes Gangbuster Circle IPO as Harbinger for Private Markets

Secondary marketplace for private securities EquityZen is out with a note on Q2 activity. The company stated that Circle’s successful initial public offering on Nasdaq kicked off a resurgence in private securities activity. EquityZen shared that investors on their marketplace were able to access  Circle… Read More

Chainalysis Shares Key Takeaways from the Senate Banking Committee Hearing

Recently, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee convened a pivotal hearing titled “From Wall Street to Web3: Building Tomorrow’s Digital Asset Markets,” bringing together industry professionals, policymakers, and experts to discuss the future of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. The session, attended by figures such… Read More

The Clarity Act Currently Scheduled for Wednesday Vote, Genius Act Expected to Follow on Thursday

Crypto week is happening in Washington, DC, and several bills are in the queue for a House vote. The Clarity Act (HR 3633), the legislation that aims to provide guidance on how different digital assets are regulated and which agency has oversight, is expected to… Read More

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