January 25, 2026 @ 10:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital payments platform Payoneer (NASDAQ: PAYO) has obtained initial regulatory nod from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to function as a cross-border payment aggregator. This milestone, announced recently, positions the company to enhance its services for international transactions within one of the world’s fastest-growing… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 9:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tinaba, the digital banking platform developed in collaboration with Banca Profilo, has taken a significant step to enhance its international reach by enabling digital payments in mainland China. This development comes through an expanded partnership with Alipay+, the global digital wallet connectivity solution provided by… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 8:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Ethereum Foundation has announced the creation of a specialized Post-Quantum (PQ) security team, signaling a heightened focus on protecting the network from emerging quantum computing risks. This initiative, revealed by EF researcher Justin Drake, represents a pivot from exploratory studies to hands-on engineering efforts…. Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 8:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed to permanently drop its legal action against Gemini Trust Company (NASDAQ:GEMI) regarding the Gemini Earn program. This resolution comes after all affected investors received full restitution of their assets, marking the conclusion of a protracted regulatory… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 8:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFRM), a buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) provider listed on NASDAQ under the ticker AFRM, has formally applied to regulatory bodies to create its own banking entity. On January 23, 2026, the company announced it had filed proposals with the Nevada Division of Financial… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 8:29 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

French banking provider Société Générale has revealed plans to cut approximately 1,800 jobs across its operations in France as part of a broader strategy to control costs and streamline its organization. The announcement, made on January 22, 2026, comes amid ongoing efforts by CEO Slawomir… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 7:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

French crypto hardware wallet maker Ledger is reportedly preparing for a significant initial public offering (IPO) in the United States, with ambitions to achieve a valuation surpassing $4 billion. This development, first reported by the FT, marks a major step for the company in capitalizing… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 6:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

At the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 22, 2026, Elon Musk delivered a rather bold forecast that has given the tech sector something to think carefully about. Musk’s recent remarks could also lead to interesting debates on how the global economy could evolve… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 5:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

TRM Labs pointed out that in a dramatic turn of events, Ryan Wedding, once a celebrated Canadian snowboarder who represented his country at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, has been apprehended by the FBI in Mexico City. TRM Labs also mentioned that… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 4:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

DXC Technology has unveiled a strategic partnership with Ripple, aiming to equip international banks with robust tools for managing digital assets. This collaboration integrates Ripple’s blockchain solutions into DXC’s Hogan core banking system, allowing financial institutions to handle custody and payments of digital currencies without… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 4:16 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Global data provider Experian has unveiled key insights into just how its collaboration with the Credit Builders Alliance (CBA) is transforming the credit landscape for consumers often sidelined by traditional systems. Released recently this month, the study underscores the power of targeted credit-building initiatives in… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 1:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK financial sector is undergoing significant transformations aimed at enhancing efficiency, protecting vulnerable consumers, and addressing historical grievances. UK Finance pointed out that key regulatory bodies like the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) are driving these changes through updated policies and industry collaborations. UK Finance… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 1:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

UK-based digital bank Revolut has abandoned its earlier intentions to purchase a U.S. financial institution. The company is now focusing on securing an independent banking charter directly from U.S. regulators, according to a recent report. This move underscores Revolut’s determination to penetrate the lucrative U.S…. Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 1:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

PitchBook has indicated that the US private credit sector is experiencing a considerable expansion in early 2026, poised to exceed $2 trillion in total assets under management, according to recent projections from Moody’s. PitchBook has explained that this growth is bolstered by a steady decline… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 1:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a development that underscores the varying consequences faced by key figures in one of the crypto sector’s most significant fraud cases, Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, was released from federal custody on January 22, 2026. Ellison, who had been serving a… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 1:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a seemingly positive close to 2025, Australia’s employment landscape showed remarkable resilience, with significant job gains that have economists predicting tighter monetary policy from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) as early as February. The latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics reveal… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 12:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain security company CertiK, known for its expertise in auditing smart contracts and offering real-time risk assessment tools for cryptocurrency initiatives, is actively considering an initial public offering (IPO). This latest development comes as CertiK’s market valuation has climbed to approximately $2 billion, signaling strong… Read More

January 24, 2026 @ 3:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Central Bank (ECB) released several key documents highlighting evolving risks to the euro area’s economic landscape and tools for monitoring monetary expectations. These updates from the ECB underscore growing concerns over global fragmentation while also providing key insights into policy transmission and analyst… Read More

January 24, 2026 @ 2:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Juniper Research‘s latest report, extensively covering fraud tactics and security tech developments, released this month, offers a pragmatic assessment for industry leaders. Authored by Analyst Thomas Wilson, the study cuts through the noise by evaluating 15 key technologies using a proprietary framework that distinguishes high-performing… Read More

January 24, 2026 @ 2:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets firm Circle (NYSE: CRCL), a key player focused on the stablecoins and nascent web3 space, has rolled out several updates aimed at enhancing blockchain interoperability, asset tokenization, and payment efficiency. These developments leverage stablecoins like USDC and EURC to bridge traditional finance with… Read More