July 29, 2025 @ 11:04 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to deepen its footprint in the Philippines’ digital payments ecosystem, Tonik, the nation’s digital-only bank, has launched QRPH transfers within its mobile app, enabling enhanced digital transactions across a vast network of over 675,000 merchants and 1,824 billers. This initiative marks another… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 10:59 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The business-to-business (B2B) payments landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by technological advancements and evolving market demands. A whitepaper from Juniper Research, titled Breaking the Innovation Logjam in B2B Payments, provides an analysis of the key areas where B2B payments are being modernized, the… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 10:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the an environment that’s becoming immersed in artificial intelligence and digital identity, World Network continues to lead with innovative solutions that prioritize human verification, privacy, and inclusivity. Marking its second year, World Network has reportedly achieved key milestones, from expanding its global reach to… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 10:23 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving ecosystem of digital identity verification, Regtech Prove continues to focus on developing solutions that address critical challenges in fraud prevention, system integration, and regulatory compliance. Recent insights from Prove highlight the company’s commitment to tackling emerging risks and streamlining onboarding processes. Together,… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 8:37 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a shifting economic landscape, finance teams are demonstrating greater preparedness to navigate uncertainty compared to the tumultuous days of 2020, according to the 2025 Economic Sentiment Survey conducted by AvidXchange, Inc. The survey, which polled 709 finance professionals, highlights a significant evolution in how… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 8:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Fintech Plaid continues to focus on setting the standard for secure, efficient, solutions that empower businesses and consumers. With recent updates announced during this past month, Plaid has introduced tools to tackle fraud and streamline financial operations. These advancements, including the launch of Plaid Protect… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 8:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

On July 28, 2025, MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA), a digital energy and infrastructure company, announced the closing of its upsized $950 million offering of 0.00% convertible senior notes due 2032. This financial milestone, detailed in a series of press releases, underscores MARA’s strategic focus… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 5:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Western Australia has solidified its position as one of the nation’s top-performing economies for the fourth consecutive quarter, according to the July 2025 CommSec State of the States report. Meanwhile, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) is making significant strides in artificial intelligence (AI) research,… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 3:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Central Bank (ECB) continues to shape the euro area’s economic landscape through its monetary policy decisions, research initiatives, and economic surveys. Recent publications from July 2025 provide insights into the ECB’s strategies for maintaining price stability, addressing wage dynamics, and understanding economic impacts… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 1:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Airwallex, a global Fintech platform, has made significant progress this year, reinforcing its mission to enable businesses with digital financial services. The company recently announced the launch of its Airwallex Yield product in Singapore, following regulatory approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), and… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 1:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Goodwin announced that leading debt finance lawyer Matthew Ayre will be joining the firm’s Private Equity practice as a partner in its London office. With experience in private practice, Matthew joins Goodwin from Travers Smith, where he “was head of the Leveraged Finance team and… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 10:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

SOL Strategies Inc., formerly Cypherpunk Holdings Inc., is making contributions to the Solana blockchain ecosystem, positioning itself as a key player in DeFi via a series of updates. The company, focused on investing in and providing infrastructure for the Solana network, announced several updates: a… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 9:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Australians reportedly made $160 billion worth of payments with their mobile wallets last year, as they continue to embrace the convenience of digital banking. The Australian Banking Association’s 2025 ‘Bank on It’ report reveals digital payments continue to surge with “over four billion mobile wallet… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 9:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Trump Administration, which began its term in January 2025, has ushered in a transformative period for cryptocurrency policy in the United States, aiming to position the nation as the global “crypto capital.” This shift marks a departure from the enforcement-heavy approach of the Biden… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 4:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the ecosystem of blockchain and cryptocurrency, a new entity has emerged and is making a significant impact: A7A5, a Russian ruble-pegged stablecoin that has gained traction, now reportedly facilitating over $1 billion in daily transactions. Launched earlier this year in Kyrgyzstan, A7A5 has reportedly… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 3:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Zvilo, a working capital lender committed to bridging the trade finance gap, announced the expansion of its debt facility with capital partner Fasanara Capital, a London-based investment management company. The facility has been increased to up to €75 million, “building on an initial commitment from… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 3:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange and custodian founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has recently announced a series of updates that underscore its commitment to expanding services and strengthening its position in the digital asset ecosystem. These developments include the introduction of new tokens as cross-collateral… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 10:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Over 913,000 ETH, valued at approximately $3.4 billion, has been permanently lost due to user errors, according to insights from a Coinbase executive, Conor Grogan. When combined with the Ethereum tokens burned through the EIP-1559 protocol upgrade, this figure represents more than 5% of the… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 10:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Mosaic Insurance has entered the digital asset market, launching a cyber and financial institutions (FI) crime product that provides protection to the sector. The product suite offers “stand-alone or blended coverage across cyber, technology errors and omissions (E&O), and crime—tailored to complex, evolving risks faced… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 10:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Further to the recent launch of the company’s Pr1bit cryptocurrency solution for SMEs, Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC is announcing the launch of its Lightning Network Routing Node for Bitcoin transactions. Pr1bit, launched last month, is an “additional paid SaaS offering designed to transform businesses by… Read More