Omar Faridi

Singapore Exchange (SGX) to Launch Bitcoin Perpetual Futures in 2025

In a key move for the crypto derivatives market, the Singapore Exchange (SGX) has announced plans to introduce Bitcoin perpetual futures in the second half of 2025. This development positions SGX as a key player in the growing integration of digital assets into traditional financial… Read More

Morocco’s Regtech VOVE ID Reports New Funding to Support Business Expansion Efforts

Moroccan Regtech company VOVE ID has reportedly acquired new investment from The Baobab Network in order to support its ongoing growth efforts across the Middle East and wider MENA region. The funding round (the actual amount not disclosed) marks a new milestone for the digital… Read More

Tuum Introduces Foundations for Islamic Banking and Finance Solutions to Support Sharia-Compliant Financial Services

Tuum, the core banking provider, announced the launch of its foundational Islamic Banking and Finance solutions, marking a key milestone towards delivering comprehensive, Sharia-compliant financial services. This initiative is said to focuse on the main principles of Islamic banking, laying the groundwork for a platform… Read More

Arca Labs, Tassat Group, tZERO Group Launch Lynq, a Real-Time, Yield-Bearing Settlement Network for Institutional Clients

Arca Labs, Tassat Group, Inc., and tZERO Group, Inc. announced the launch of Lynq, a real-time, yield-bearing settlement network powered by a tokenized treasury fund custodied at a special purpose broker-dealer. This announcement comes after more than a year of market engagement, platform development and the… Read More

Canada’s Digital Bank Motusbank to Cease Operations by 2026 as Meridian and Coast Capital Absorb Accounts

motusbank, the digital-only bank launched by Meridian Credit Union in Q2 2019, will shut down by early 2026. Meridian, which is reportedly Ontario’s largest credit union, and Coast Capital Savings jointly announced that they will absorb motusbank’s accounts and assets, pending regulatory approval. This closure… Read More

MAGFAST Reportedly Raises $10M+ Across Multiple Offerings on Netcapital

MAGFAST has reportedly secured substantial funding across several different offerings carried out via Netcapital. According to a release, this is the second-largest total amount secured under Reg CF in the consumer packaged goods industry per KingsCrowd. Netcapital Inc. (Nasdaq: NCPL, NCPLW), a digital private capital… Read More

Crypto Industry Funds Donald Trump’s $239M Inauguration Amid Regulatory Shifts

Recent Federal Election Commission (FEC) disclosures show that major cryptocurrency companies and their executives poured significant funds into US President Donald Trump’s $239 million inauguration fund after his 2024 election win. Released on April 20 by the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, these filings underscore the crypto… Read More

MSCI and Moody’s to Introduce Independent Risk Assessments for Private Credit Investments

MSCI Inc. (NYSE:MSCI) and Moody’s Corporation (NYSE:MCO) will jointly create a solution to provide independent risk assessments for private credit investments at scale. As the private credit market continues to evolve and grow, the need for consistent standards and better tools has “become essential for… Read More

Paul Atkins Sworn In as SEC Chairman, Signaling a Pro-Crypto Shift

On April 21, 2025, Paul Atkins was officially sworn in as the 34th Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), marking a pivotal moment for the agency and the cryptocurrency industry. Appointed by President Donald Trump and confirmed by a 52-44 Senate vote… Read More

Stablecoin Issuer Circle Unveils Payments Network to Enhance Global Transactions

On April 21, 2025, stablecoin issuer Circle announced the launch of its  Circle Payments Network (CPN). Unveiled from the company’s headquarters on the 87th floor of One World Trade Center in New York City, this initiative marks a step toward transforming the global payments and… Read More

Circle, BitGo Eye Bank Charters as Digital Assets Industry Continues to Grow Steadily

Circle and BitGo are preparing to apply for U.S. bank charters, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The report also indicates that digital assets firms Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) and Paxos are exploring similar paths, driven by evolving stablecoin regulations and a shifting political landscape under… Read More

Crypto Exchange Bithumb to Spin Off Non-Exchange Division in Strategic IPO Push

One of South Korea’s largest digital assets exchanges, Bithumb, is reportedly making significant strides toward an initial public offering (IPO) slated for the second half of 2025. In a strategic move to streamline operations and potentially enhance its valuation prospects, the exchange announced plans to… Read More

Coinbase Expands Crypto Derivatives Offering with XRP and Nano XRP Futures Contracts

Coinbase Derivatives, LLC, a subsidiary of Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN), has launched XRP and nano XRP futures contracts, marking a significant expansion of its regulated crypto derivatives offerings. This move, approved by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), aims to provide both institutional and retail… Read More

UK Firms Paying Hidden “Fraud Tax” Due to Surging AI Attacks – Report

Nearly three-quarters (72.5%) of UK businesses have seen an increase in online fraud over the past 12 months, according to a new survey commissioned by Veriff. The global identity verification firm’s UK Fraud Industry Pulse Survey, which polled 200 fraud professionals “across financial services, technology,… Read More

Estateguru Reports €90 Million in Interest Paid to Investors

Estateguru, a European platform specializing in property-backed loans, has recently announced two significant updates that underscore its role in supporting the real estate sector. Estateguru reports that it has reached a key milestone by paying out €90 million in interest to its investors, while also… Read More

Thailand Credit and Charge Card Payments Market to Surpass $65B This Year – Report

Thailand’s credit and charge card payments market is projected to reach THB2.3 trillion ($65.6 billion) in 2025, reflecting a growth of “7.1% compared to the previous year,” driven by the adoption of digital payment solutions and a shift in consumer behavior towards cashless transactions, according… Read More

Digital Assets Increasingly Being Considered as Core Investment Portfolio Component But Regulatory Challenges Remain – Report

The rise of cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance (DeFi) has reshaped the financial landscape, offering alternatives to traditional finance (TradFi) while introducing unique risks. A report from the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), titled Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Finance: Functions and Financial Stability Implications, examines these developments,… Read More

Equity Management and Fund Administration Platform Carta Releases Resource Covering VC Regulatory Requirements

The private market regulatory environment is evolving, presenting challenges and opportunities for venture capital fund managers. As compliance obligations become more complex, even experienced professionals struggle to catch up with the latest developments. Carta, a platform for equity management and fund administration, has responded to… Read More

Private Markets Investment Priorities Examined in Report: AI and Emerging Technologies Dominate Amid Market Uncertainty

In a new report, KPMG has explored the evolving landscape of private company investments, highlighting key drivers such as financial performance, technological advancements, and rigorous governance practices. Addressing investor concerns regarding overvaluation, economic volatility, and cybersecurity threats, the research study shared by KPMG provides insights… Read More

Tokyo’s Metaplanet Bolsters Bitcoin (BTC) Holdings with $28.2M Purchase, Maintaining Position as Asia’s Top Corporate Holder

Tokyo-based Metaplanet has acquired an additional 330 Bitcoin (BTC), valued at $28.2 million, marking its third purchase this month. The acquisition, executed at an average price of 12.18 million Japanese yen ($85,605 per BTC), comes amid market volatility spurred by U.S. tariff measures. *Metaplanet Purchases… Read More

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