House Financial Services Committee Advances Bill to Ease Crowdfunding Rules for Small Businesses

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A bipartisan bill designed to modernize crowdfunding regulations and expand access to capital for small businesses advanced out of the U.S. House Financial Services Committee, potentially paving the way for significant changes to Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) requirements. The legislation is one of many proposed by… Read More

 

 




Over a Million UK Gig Workers Cannot Afford to Save into Pension Plan, PensionBee Research Reveals

More than a million UK ‘gig’ workers cannot afford to save into a pension, according to new research. The data from PensionBee, a firm focused on the consumer retirement market, reveals that over half of temporary economy workers in the UK (57%) can’t “afford to… Read More

Irish Consumer Spending Reportedly Remained Resilient During Past Month

Irish consumers continued to show confidence in their personal financial outlook in May, as Bank of Ireland debit and credit card spending rose by a robust 6.5% year-on-year. This marks another month of “strong growth in consumer activity, significantly outpacing the current 2% rate of… Read More

Asset Management Firm Liontrust’s UK Traders Join BNY

Liontrust, the specialist active asset manager, has expanded its relationship with The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BNY), a global financial services company, by announcing the “outsourcing of its trading for investment funds and institutional accounts to BNY’s Buy-Side Trading Solutions group.” Liontrust’s UK-based… Read More

AI Expected to Become Major Disrupter to Global Job Market : Santander

The traditional single-time study paradigm is no longer adequate in a world of constant economic, technological, and social change. Santander’s Tomorrow’s Skills report, released recently, reveals a new landscape – one where lifelong learning is “the cornerstone of professional development.” According to the research report,… Read More

Alternative Investments Firm Värde Partners Introduces Fund Finance Platform

Värde Partners, a global alternative investment firm specializing in credit and credit-related assets, announced the launch of its fund finance platform. Building on Värde’s broader asset-based finance strategy, the platform is an extension of Värde’s capabilities “designed to address the increased demand for subscription lines… Read More

Insurtech Kin Introduces Customized Home Insurance in Colorado

Kin, the direct-to-consumer, digital home insurance provider, today announced its expansion into Colorado. Kin brings Colorado homeowners a new home insurance option that combines technology and data with personalized service to deliver accessible, affordable protection. This growth into the Colorado market furthers Kin’s mission to… Read More

The GENIUS Act Approved in the Senate as Federal Stablecoin Regulations Near

The GENIUS Act  (S. 1582) was approved by the Senate today, thus moving federal regulations for stablecoins closer to reality. While stablecoins are typically tied to other assets, such as fiat currency, gold, or perhaps an algorithm, this legislation explicitly addresses payment stablecoins or digital… Read More

Bitcoin (BTC) Mining Industry Reportedly Remains Resilient Amid Rising Global Hashrates

The Bitcoin mining industry continues to evolve, with May 2025 showcasing significant operational advancements and strategic adaptations to seasonal challenges, as detailed in recent reports from Compass Mining. These updates highlight the sector’s resilience amid rising global hash rates, economic pressures, and environmental considerations, offering… Read More

Financial Infrastructure Fintech Plaid to Enhance Payment Efficiency, Bolster Security

Plaid, a fintech platform that connects financial institutions with innovative apps, has recently unveiled a series of updates designed to enhance payment efficiency, bolster security, and accelerate development for businesses and developers. These advancements—Instant Pay-Ins, Plaid Protect, and the AI Development Toolkit—demonstrate Plaid’s commitment to… Read More

Silicon Prairie Aims to Acquire a Bank, Looks to Raise Money in Securities Offering

Silicon Prairie, a multifaceted Fintech Company in the securities crowdfunding sector, is interested in acquiring a community bank. In a recent LinkedIn post, Silicon Prairie founder and CEO David Duccini stated that they are not a traditional Fintech story, but rather a Capital Technology firm… Read More




Autobooks and Fundbox to Launch Autobooks Capital for Enhanced SMB Lending

Autobooks, the provider of receivables, payables, accounting, and cash flow management tools integrated within digital banking, announced the launch of Autobooks Capital, powered by Fundbox, the embedded capital infrastructure for small businesses. This offering adds fast, flexible funding directly “within the Autobooks platform—no redirects, no… Read More

Investors Move Money into ETFs as Fund Strategies Expand, Providing Retail Investors with More Options

The rise of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) has been pretty spectacular. Proceeded by the advent of Mutual Funds, ETFs offer greater liquidity and a more creative portfolio of offerings than your parents’ Mutual Funds. While passive ETFs currently dominate, there has been a rise in… Read More

a16z Commits $70 Million to Largest Restaking Protocol on Ethereum – EigenLayer

a16z is investing $70 million in EigenLayer, the largest restaking protocol on Ethereum, with over $12 billion in total value locked (TVL). a16z previously committed $100 million in EigenLayer for its series B funding round. The $70 million was for EigenLayer tokens. a16z said the… Read More

Shares of Circle Continue to Rise As Senate is Poised to Vote on Stablecoin Legislation, the GENIUS Act

Circle shares (NASDAQ:CRCL) have been on a tear since their initial public offering (IPO) earlier this month. Circle shares were initially priced at $31/share, but obviously, the underwriters and the company left a lot of money on the table as Circle closed at over $151… Read More

Real Estate Market Boosted By Relatively Stable Economic Conditions, New Report Reveals

More stable economic conditions and a surge in available real estate / homes helped boost sales in May after a slow April, according to the latest market report from Zillow. Real estate buyers have more options and lower mortgage rates than last year. But sales… Read More

InSoil Finance Remains Focused on Transforming Agriculture via Sustainable Financing

InSoil Finance, a Lithuanian climate fintech company formerly known as HeavyFinance, is making significant strides in transforming agriculture through sustainable financing. By leveraging financial technologies, InSoil is empowering small and medium-sized farmers across Europe to adopt regenerative farming practices, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance farm… Read More

Real-World Assets (RWAs) Have Reportedly Matured into Well-Capitalized Digital Assets Sector

In 2024, while the crypto world buzzed with meme coins, Layer 2 scaling solutions, and speculative political betting markets, a quieter yet transformative narrative unfolded: the revival of Real World Assets (RWA) in cryptocurrency. Once a niche experiment, RWAs have solidified their place as one… Read More

Fintech Circle Bolsters Stablecoin Payments with Strategic Partnerships and Network Expansions

Circle (NASDAQ:CRCL), the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, has made significant strides in advancing the adoption of stablecoin-powered payments through recent initiatives that enhance cross-border transactions and developer accessibility. Key updates underscore Circle’s commitment to transforming global money movement: the launch of the… Read More

Salt Edge to Work with RiseUp on Open Banking

Open banking firm Salt Edge will partner with RiseUP, a “financial insight provider.” According to a company statement, the collaboration will enable RiseUp to leverage financial data and enhance revenue. UK businesses will see Salt Edge’s services integrated into the RiseUp platform, which aims to… Read More

Netcapital Bolsters Expertise with New Advisory Boards: Matt Morgan Joins Crypto Advisory Board and Formation of Game Advisory Board

Netcapital Inc., a Boston-based fintech company enabling online capital foramtion, has recently announced two significant developments aimed at strengthening its strategic vision and industry expertise. The company, known for its securities crowdfunding platform that connects investors with emerging private companies, has formed a Crypto Advisory… Read More