Investment Platforms and Marketplaces

August 5, 2025 @ 11:47 am By JD Alois  |  

Republic Europe, part of Republic – the largest online capital formation platform in the world, will soon add its new Mirror Notes to its European subsidiary. In the US, Republic offers Mirror Tokens, which are digital assets that “mirror” securities in private firms. By adding… Read More

August 5, 2025 @ 8:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Aventus Group has solidified its position as a reliable online lending group globally, according to a recent announcement shared by PeerBerry, its crowdfunding platform. This update underscores Aventus Group’s strategic vision, risk management, and approach to digital lending, which have helped it with meeting client… Read More

August 4, 2025 @ 11:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) recently shared key announcements focused on advancing the crypto ecosystem through regulatory advocacy, technological developments, and strategic partnerships. Recent updates from Coinbase highlight its commitment to improving compliance, enhancing platform performance, and expanding access to digital assets. These efforts underscore the company’s mission… Read More

August 4, 2025 @ 11:50 am By JD Alois  |  

Retail access to the most promising private firms has been blocked for decades. The myopic Accredited Investor definition has disenfranchised the majority of the population, in favor of the wealthy for decades. While changes in the law like the JOBS Act of 2012 and better… Read More

August 3, 2025 @ 2:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets firm Gemini, which provides a cryptocurrency exchange and serves as a custodian, has announced an expansion of its tokenized stock offerings for customers in the European Union. The latest batch of tokenized stocks, or dShares, includes names such as Advanced Micro Devices (AMD),… Read More

August 3, 2025 @ 1:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

tZERO, a firm focused on digitally-native capital markets infrastructure, will launch the tZERO Chain, a blockchain for the issuance, trading and settlement of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). The launch will also introduce the $TZERO utility token, which “will serve as the core transaction and incentive… Read More

August 1, 2025 @ 11:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the online investing and peer-to-peer (P2P) lending space, Bondora Group continues to focus on setting benchmarks for innovation, transparency, and investor trust. May 2025 marked a key milestone month for the European Fintech, with its flagship Go & Grow product achieving an investment milestone… Read More

July 31, 2025 @ 5:06 pm By JD Alois  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN), the first publicly traded crypto exchange, reported Q3 earnings today and according to the Street, the numbers were a disappointment. At this time, in after-hours trading, shares of Coinbase are down by almost 5% following the 4 PM close, at around $358.89. During… Read More

July 31, 2025 @ 4:43 pm By JD Alois  |  

DealMaker, a broker-dealer that specializes in enabling online capital formation, says that it has supported over $300 million during the half of 2025. The platform notes that the industry raised in aggregate $447.5 million, so DealMaker captured the bulk of the market. DealMaker assists firms… Read More

July 31, 2025 @ 12:59 pm By JD Alois  |  

Republic Europe, formerly Seedrs, is one of the few securities crowdfunding platforms that offers an effective secondary marketplace for shares issued on the platform. Before Republic acquired the UK-based online capital formation platform, its founders created an effective platform for investors to buy and sell… Read More

July 30, 2025 @ 2:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent move for the United Arab Emirates’ financial services sector, RAKBANK has become one of the first banks in the MENA region country to offer crypto brokerage services directly to retail customers through its mobile app. This milestone marks a step toward integrating… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 3:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets firm OKX is streamlining their operations in the European Union. Following OKCoin Europe’s registration with the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) as a crypto asset service provider (CASP) under the new EU MiCA regulation, OKCoin Europe Limited reports that it has now passported… 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 27, 2025 @ 2:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

AssetMark, a provider of wealth management solutions, announced its upcoming expansion into alternative asset classes, with new capabilities expected to launch later this year. This initiative will integrate private assets into AssetMark’s managed solutions and discretionary programs – powered by its technology platform – designed… Read More

July 26, 2025 @ 3:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Corporations are rethinking traditional treasury management strategies to stay competitive and resilient. A recent update from Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) highlights the growing trend of companies integrating cryptocurrencies into their balance sheets. This shift is driven by the need to hedge against inflation, diversify portfolios, and leverage… Read More

July 26, 2025 @ 12:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Estateguru, a European crowdfunding platform specializing in property-backed loans, has announced several updates, as highlighted in their recent blog updates. With a focus on rebuilding investor trust, enhancing portfolio quality, and driving growth in core markets, the platform has reported steady loan repayments, a strategic… Read More

July 25, 2025 @ 10:37 am By JD Alois  |  

Republic, the world’s largest online capital formation platform, will soon accept dollar-based stablecoin USDC. USDC is issued by Circle and is the second largest stablecoin in the market – the other being Tether. While USDC may be in second place, many expect it to vault… Read More

July 25, 2025 @ 1:43 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the landscape of global finance, retail investors are demonstrating resilience and adaptability, strategically navigating market volatility and macroeconomic uncertainties. Recent insights from eToro’s Retail Investor Beat surveys highlight how American retail investors are capitalizing on market dips and reallocating portfolios toward safe-haven assets like… Read More

July 24, 2025 @ 4:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alpaca, a U.S.-based self-clearing broker-dealer and API-first brokerage infrastructure platform, is focused on driving transformative change through strategic partnerships and digital technology. By collaborating with innovative fintech companies like Composer, ZAD, and Manzil, Alpaca is expanding access to trading tools and Shariah-compliant investment solutions. These… Read More

July 24, 2025 @ 1:31 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Gemini, the digital assets exchange and custodian founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has recently announced significant updates that aim to solidify its position as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto ecosystem. Recently, Gemini expanded its tokenized stock offerings for European Union (EU)… Read More