June 11, 2026 @ 9:56 am By JD Alois  |  

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has launched a new advertising campaign that warns the public about the risk of crypto. The banking sector believes they are currently under threat because of the emergence of digital assets and have sought to undermine its development,… Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 9:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

At the Visa Payments Forum 2026, the global payments providers revealed a suite of technologies centered on artificial intelligence, stablecoins, and enhanced digital tokens. According to the update from Visa (NYSE: V), these developments aim to support the rise of intelligent and programmable commerce while… Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 8:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

At the recent Stripe Tour London event, the payments and financial infrastructure Fintech unveiled a suite of features designed to help UK enterprises reach international user-bases and capitalize on emerging artificial intelligence opportunities. Held at ExCel London, the session drew more than 1,500 founders, executives,… Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 8:23 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Qonto has recently partnered with Upvest to introduce digital investment options directly within its business banking platform. Announced this month, this collab allows companies to invest excess funds in competitive euro-denominated money market funds, starting with investments as low as one euro. Germany will serve… Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 3:30 am By Omar Faridi  |  

EY has noted that despite persistent geopolitical tensions, trade policy uncertainties, fluctuating interest rates, and supply chain disruptions, US mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity for deals exceeding $100 million is projected to expand by 8% in deal volume during 2026. This outlook, from EY-Parthenon’s Deal… Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 2:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

French crypto hardware provider Ledger has recently announced significant enhancements to its Ledger Wallet platform, set to launch in July 2026. These updates build on the digital asset company’s ongoing mission to eliminate the traditional trade-off between proper security and user-friendly convenience in self-custody solutions…. Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 1:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF) has formed a strategic alliance with Numou, a specialized subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This collab now aims to enhance financing opportunities for forward-thinking businesses, helping them scale operations and contribute more effectively to the… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 5:27 pm By JD Alois  |  

The number of publicly traded companies in the US has been in decline for many years – to the detriment of all. This is largely due to overly aggressive regulations that boost compliance demands and affiliated cost. At the same time, there is an ocean… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 5:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Backbase has formed a strategic alliance with Mastercard (NYSE:MA). The partnership integrates Mastercard’s advanced global money movement solutions—known collectively as Mastercard Move—directly into Backbase’s AI-powered Banking Operating System. This development now aims to help banks worldwide roll out faster, more efficient international payment services with minimal… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 2:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Anthropic  may emerge as the standout frontier AI company preparing for public markets (according to a detailed analysis). The firm scores high on an AI Business Quality (AIBQ) framework, earning an 8.2 out of 10—significantly ahead of peers like OpenAI. This positions it as a… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 2:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Thunes, an international payments Fintech known for its global money transfer network, is ramping up its presence in the United States. The company is channeling resources from its substantial Series D funding round to strengthen operations stateside, highlighted by the recent inauguration of a dedicated… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 10:50 am By JD Alois  |  

Senator Elizabeth Warren, the ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee, has sent a letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) demanding that the pending SpaceX IPO be halted or delayed due to “the multitude of concerns” regarding governance and disclosures that, in her opinion, put investors… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 8:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent survey from EY-Parthenon reveals that US based consumers are approaching the summer season with heightened caution, significantly trimming spending on travel, dining out, and entertainment. Despite many households describing their day-to-day finances as steady, broader worries about the economy and international events are… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 8:41 am By JD Alois  |  

Capsa AI has raised $18 million in Series A funding, according to a company statement. The funding round was led by TX Ventures and Pivot Investment Partners. Other investors include Bek Ventures, along with existing backers Antler, Outward VC, Cornerstone VC, and prominent angels such… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 8:29 am By JD Alois  |  

BioCatch, an OurCrowd portfolio company, says that banks and Fintechs are challenged in dealing with AI fueled fraud and scams. BioCatch is an anti-fraud AI firm that aims to halt financial crime by using thousands of data points to track behavior. The company reports that… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 8:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Corporate executives and private equity professionals are approaching the mergers and acquisitions landscape with guarded enthusiasm as 2026 unfolds, according to a mid-year analysis from Deloitte. The professional services firm’s new Pulse Survey highlights a market where participants remain engaged but prioritize careful planning amid… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 7:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Stablecoin issuer Circle (NYSE:CRCL) has officially introduced cirBTC, its wrapped Bitcoin token, on the Ethereum blockchain. Announced recently this mommth, this latest development now effectively expands Bitcoin’s role in decentralized finance by offering institutions a reliable, transparent way to deploy BTC as collateral without selling… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 3:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The British Business Bank has strengthened its partnership with Allica Bank by providing an additional £15 million in Tier 2 capital. This move increases the total funding support to £45 million and is expected to unlock up to £150 million in new lending capacity for… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 2:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain security firm CertiK recently share an extensive examination and analysis of the June 2026 exploit targeting Gnosis Pay users on the Gnosis Chain. The incident, which occurred on June 1, resulted in the unauthorized drainage of funds from multiple Safe wallets, highlighting sophisticated vulnerabilities… Read More

June 10, 2026 @ 2:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

OpenAI has quietly submitted a draft registration statement to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), marking a significant milestone in its journey toward becoming a publicly traded company. The move, announced by the company itself on June 8, 2026, comes as the artificial intelligence… Read More