Deepgram Closes $130M C Round, Acquires OfOne

Deepgram, the real-time API platform targeting the Voice AI economy, has raised $130 million in Series C funding at a $1.3 billion valuation. The round was led by AVP, an independent global investment platform dedicated to high-growth technology companies across Europe and North America. All… Read More

Payments Fintech dLocal Plans Business Expansion into Asian Markets

dLocal Ltd, a payments platform specializing in emerging markets, is set to significantly strengthen its footprint in Asia during 2026. The Uruguay-based fintech company, which enables global merchants to seamlessly connect with consumers in high-growth regions across Latin America and Asia, views the continent as… Read More

Global Payments Finalizes Worldpay Acquisition

Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN) has officially wrapped up its purchase of Worldpay from FIS (NYSE: FIS) and GTCR, while simultaneously offloading its Issuer Solutions division to FIS. This strategic overhaul, announced recently this month, from Atlanta, positions the company as a commerce solutions specialist, catering… Read More

BVNK, Visa Partner to Enable Payments with Stablecoin Integration

BVNK has joined forces with payments processor Visa (NYSE: V) in order to incorporate stablecoin capabilities into Visa’s network. Announced recently this month, this collaboration aims to enhance Visa Direct, the company’s robust platform that handles over $1.7 trillion in transactions each year, by introducing… Read More

Lemon Introduces Bitcoin-Backed Credit Card in Argentina

In a move to bridge cryptocurrency with everyday finance, Lemon, a digital wallet serving more than 5.5 million customers across the region, has unveiled Argentina’s inaugural credit card secured by Bitcoin. This product allows users to secure peso-based loans without relying on traditional banking systems… Read More

Blackhawk Network, Mastercard Team Up on 2 Prepaid Reward Cards

Blackhawk Network, a provider of rewards and branded payments, is expanding its partnership with Mastercard to launch two new filtered prepaid card rewards products: the Drive Prepaid Card and the Grocery Prepaid Card. Designed to support more purposeful and relevant payment programs, these cards provide… Read More

AI Is Now Serving Critical Role in Improving Lending, Report Claims

Artificial intelligence is emerging as a key enabler for improved lending practices. A report from Experian, released this month, underscores this shift, highlighting how financial institutions are ramping up AI integration to streamline operations and enhance decision-making. Titled the “Perceptions of AI Report,” the study… Read More

Alpaca Announces $150M Funding Round, Achieving $1.15 Billion Valuation

Alpaca, a provider of brokerage infrastructure, has announced a successful Series D funding round, raising $150 million alongside a $40 million credit facility. This latest investment propels the company’s valuation to $1.15 billion, marking a key milestone in its journey to democratize access to financial… Read More

Bilt Introduces Credit Cards with Mortgage Rewards

Bilt Rewards has unveiled an expansion to its popular rewards program with the launch of Bilt Card 2.0, introducing three new credit cards that now allow users to earn points on mortgage payments for the first time. Announced recently, this update builds on the company’s… Read More

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Launches Trade Surveillance

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) has introduced its new Trade Surveillance platform. Announced this month, this initiative aims to empower financial institutions with advanced tools for detecting potential market abuse and financial crimes. The platform debuts with two specialized solutions: one tailored for Markets in… Read More

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