September 3, 2025 @ 7:21 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The venture capital funding landscape in China has shown signs of contraction in 2025, “reflecting broader global trend and challenges specific to the domestic market.” According to recent data, the total VC deal volume in China “has decreased marginally by around 1% during January-July 2025… Read More

September 3, 2025 @ 2:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Australia is grappling with a rising tide of scams, and new data from Westpac has pinpointed the nation’s scam hotspots, with Sydney’s Central Business District (CBD) emerging as the most scammed postcode in the country. The findings, based on customer reports to Westpac, highlight that… Read More

September 3, 2025 @ 12:30 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Aberdeen Group plc, a UK-based wealth and investments firm, has recently announced significant strategic moves aimed at sharpening its focus and enhancing its offerings in the evolving financial landscape. This month, Aberdeen unveiled a partnership with Titanbay, a European private markets infrastructure provider, to streamline… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 7:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain security firm SlowMist has announced that its proprietary anti-money laundering (AML) tracking system, MistTrack, has been selected for the Hong Kong Cyberport Blockchain & Digital Asset Pilot Subsidy Scheme. This acknowledgement underscores MistTrack’s approach and practical value in combating financial crime within the rapidly… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 7:36 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The automotive finance sector is witnessing a significant shift as consumers increasingly turn to refinancing to manage vehicle loan costs, according to an update from Experian, which is also focused on strengthening its fraud prevention capabilities through a strategic partnership. According to Experian’s State of… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 11:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Schroders Capital, the private markets division of global investment manager Schroders, has made significant strides in strengthening its real estate operations with a key leadership appointment in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region and a leasing achievement in the UK. These developments underscore the firm’s commitment… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 5:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a key decision on August 29, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit declared most of the United States’ recently imposed tariffs illegal, affirming a May ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade. The lower court had determined that the… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 3:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Recent findings from the Lloyds Bank Business Barometer reveal a complex but seemingly optimistic / favorable environment for UK businesses in August 2025. Despite a slight dip in economic optimism, overall business confidence has climbed two points to 54%, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 2:41 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an era of persistent inflation, U.S. corporations are grappling with a significant challenge: what to do with their vast cash reserves. With trillions of dollars sitting in corporate coffers, the value of this idle capital is steadily being eroded by rising prices. This phenomenon… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 1:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The global financial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as markets worldwide shift toward accelerated settlement cycles. In Europe, the move to T+1 settlement—where trades are settled one business day after execution—is set to reshape market operations by October 2027. Céline Duquaine, Euroclear’s Product Manager… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 12:44 am By Omar Faridi  |  

OKX, a global cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain technology company, announced updates that align with its commitment to expanding access to digital assets and enhancing security for its users. The first announcement from OKX highlights the launch of OKX Wallet and onchain services across Europe, while… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 12:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

QCP Trading Pte. Ltd., the over-the-counter (OTC) spot digital payment tokens (DPT) trading arm of QCP Group, is pleased to announce that it has been granted a Major Payment Institution (MPI) License by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The development enables QCP Trading to… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 9:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent analysis by TransUnion (NYSE: TRU), a global firm focused on consumer credit reporting, has uncovered a significant correlation between rising payment-to-income (PTI) ratios and increasing mortgage delinquency rates, offering lenders a critical early warning tool to manage financial risk. Released on August 28,… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 8:52 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain security firm SlowMist, established during the extended crypto bear market of 2018, continues to focus on setting standards in safeguarding the Web3 ecosystem. Through various partnerships, proper threat detection, as well as more comprehensive compliance initiatives, SlowMist is focused on addressing the challenges of… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 8:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global fintech ecosystem is evolving, driven by the need for seamless user experiences, security, and efficient development processes. Plaid, a key player focused on financial data connectivity, has introduced updates that aim to enable developers, product managers, and businesses to build various Fintech solutions…. Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 8:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, the artificial intelligence (AI) sector has witnessed an unprecedented surge in innovation, investment, and valuation growth. According to a recent report by CB Insights, 100 AI startups have achieved unicorn status—private companies valued at $1 billion or… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 7:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The workplace landscape in 2024 continues to evolve, shaped by technological advancements, shifting employee expectations, and economic pressures. TriNet’s State of the Workplace report, a detailed analysis of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the U.S., provides a roadmap for navigating these changes. Drawing from… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 5:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Pete Balint, Partner at Financial Crimes Advisory at SolomonEdwards, has recently shared key insights with CI. As now widely reported, the 2025 GENIUS Act is reshaping how digital assets are regulated in the U.S. With new AML requirements, stablecoin issuers are now classified as financial institutions…. Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 4:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In 2025, Europe’s economic landscape continues to evolve, with the European Central Bank (ECB) providing critical insights through its recent publications. From the resilience of the labor market to consumer expectations and monetary developments, these updates paint a complex but cautiously optimistic picture of the… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 4:23 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Base, the L2 blockchain developed by Coinbase, has crossed an astonishing $200 billion in trading volume on Uniswap, the decentralized exchange (DEX) protocol. This milestone, reported on August 30, 2025, underscores Base’s ascent in the DeFi ecosystem and highlights its role as a bridge between… Read More