January 6, 2026 @ 1:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As the new year unfolds, UK businesses are channeling their energies into technological advancements and workforce development to drive growth amid evolving market dynamics. According to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer New Year Flash, a significant portion of companies are prioritizing investments in artificial intelligence… Read More

 Tagged insights, lloyds bank, outlook 2026, uk, united kingdom

January 5, 2026 @ 10:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Hong Kong’s financial authorities are joining forces to accelerate the integration of artificial intelligence and fintech innovations across multiple sectors in the coming years. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), led by Chief Executive Eddie Yue Wai-man, is actively engaging with the Securities and Futures… Read More

 Tagged ai, fintech, hkma, hong kong, sfc

January 5, 2026 @ 10:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alchemy Pay, a globally accessible cryptocurrency payment gateway, has made significant updates when it comes to effectively bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology through recent product updates and regulatory achievements. In a key development, Alchemy Pay has introduced a platform that allows direct purchases of real-world… Read More

 Tagged alchemy pay, digital assets, rwas, stablecoins, us

January 5, 2026 @ 8:21 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Currenc Group Inc said it has agreed to sell its 60% stake in Malaysian cross-border payments hub Tranglo Sdn Bhd to New Margin Holding Limited for $400 million in cash, marking the first completed step in the Nasdaq-listed fintech firm’s broader restructuring and value-unlocking plan…. Read More

 Tagged Currenc, fintech, malaysia, New Margin Holding, singapore, tranglo

January 5, 2026 @ 10:44 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As the new year dawns in 2026, the London Stock Exchange (LSE) is showing tentative signs of recovery after a sluggish period marked by sparse listings and economic turbulence. UK financial industry professionals are now fairly optimistic that a fresh influx of initial public offerings… Read More

 Tagged fintech, ipos, london, london stock exchange, uk, united kingdom

January 5, 2026 @ 10:30 am By JD Alois  |  

Evestnet, a Fintech owned by Bain Capital, is headed to trial as part of an ongoing legal battle with FinancialApps. Evestnet was acquired by Bain in 2024 in a deal worth around $4.5 billion. This past August, it was reported that formal sanctions against Envestnet… Read More

 Tagged bain capial, bain capital, envestnet, financialapps, lawsuit, yodlee

January 5, 2026 @ 8:54 am By JD Alois  |  

Payments firm Flutterwave has acquired Mono in a move to boost its open banking infrastructure. The terms of the deal were not revealed. In a public statement, Flutterwave said the purchase improves its ability to build a “connected, interoperable financial system for Africa.” Flutterwave is… Read More

 Tagged africa, flutterwave, mono, open banking, payments

January 5, 2026 @ 8:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the ever-changing world of work, 2026 is ushering in fresh dynamics across the gig economy, workforce trends, and globalization. These developments highlight how technology, consumer behavior, and economic pressures are reshaping employment and business operations worldwide. Starting with globalization and payroll advancements, companies managing… Read More

 Tagged deel, insights, payments, payroll, stablecoins, workforce

January 4, 2026 @ 7:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As the global economy stabilizes, venture capital in Latin America’s startup ecosystem is on the cusp of a significant resurgence in 2026. After enduring a multi-year slowdown triggered by economic headwinds since 2022, experts forecast a renewed influx of funding, particularly targeting financial technology companies…. Read More

 Tagged analysis, fintech, latam, research

January 4, 2026 @ 5:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cathie Wood’s ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF) posted a 29% return in 2025, contrasting sharply with a broader fintech sector downturn. This performance stemmed from strategic shifts toward artificial intelligence-related holdings, which offset declines in traditional payment and cryptocurrency assets. The fund’s portfolio expanded beyond… Read More

 Tagged ark invest, cathie wood, fintech, investments