Global

September 24, 2025 @ 10:42 am By JD Alois  |  

Last month, CI highlighted a report distributed by Eurocrowd that described the crowdfunding marketplace as struggling with compliance, which outlined six areas of concern for the sector. The report follows the harmonization of rules for the European crowdfunding sector under ECSPR, a new regulation that… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 9:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) has been focused on positioning itself at the forefront of digital transformation. Over the past week, the company unveiled several new initiatives: a collaboration with Databricks to streamline AI-driven analytics and the debut of a blockchain-powered infrastructure for private… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 8:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The United States and the United Kingdom have long shared an economic alliance, underpinned by a commitment to fostering tech breakthroughs, stability, and growth in global financial markets. In a recent development, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has announced its active support for deepening this transatlantic partnership. By… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 8:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Boerse Stuttgart Digital, the provider of cryptocurrency infrastructure tailored for Europe’s financial sector, has unveiled its latest venture: a dedicated office in Madrid. As a key division of the Boerse Stuttgart Group, this expansion signals the company’s entry into the Spanish market, where demand for… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 6:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

HSBC (NYSE: HSBC) has enhanced its Tokenized Deposit Service (TDS), a blockchain-powered platform designed to enable real-time currency transfers for its corporate clients. The service, which now supports cross-border transactions, offers instant 24/7 settlement, marking a leap in how businesses manage their global financial operations. This… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 1:43 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a rather turbulent and perhaps somewhat unexpected 24-hour period, the Bitcoin and cryptocurrency market experienced nearly $2 billion in total liquidations, as reported by data and insights from various sources including Coinglass  This wave of liquidations has sent shockwaves through the crypto trading ecosystem,… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 1:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an effort to enhance corporate finance services, Danske Bank has forged a strategic alliance with the fintech firm FinanceKey. This partnership, unveiled recently this month, aims to equip enterprise clients—particularly chief financial officers (CFOs) and their treasury counterparts—with instantaneous insights into liquidity positions. By… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 12:39 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Union’s finance ministers have taken a significant step toward the potential introduction of a digital euro, outlining a roadmap to guide its development. However, despite this progress, the actual issuance of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) by the European Central Bank (ECB)… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 10:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Rail Europe, the platform for international rail bookings across the continent, has entered a collaboration with Checkout.com. This partnership aims to streamline payment processing while hopefully delivering measurable gains in transaction success and risk management. By integrating Checkout.com’s payment solutions, Rail Europe has seen an … Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin urged the Ethereum community to prioritize low-risk decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, emphasizing their potential to sustainably support the network’s broader ecosystem. Buterin argued that these protocols—encompassing payments, savings, fully collateralized lending, and other well-established applications—could serve as a reliable economic foundation… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:38 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Fiji’s National Anti-Money Laundering Council (NAMLC) has reaffirmed its prohibition on virtual asset service providers (VASPs), warning that cryptocurrencies pose serious risks to financial integrity and national security. The Council, in a statement posted on its website, said the decision reflects concerns that virtual assets… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 1:08 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

MoneyGram has unveiled a mobile app, introducing a digital, USD-backed stored value account designed to work with both traditional fiat currencies and stablecoins.  Customers will receive funds instantly into a secure USD balance, store those funds and cash out or spend. It will first launch in Colombia…. Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 11:18 am By JD Alois  |  

Roy Warren, Managing Director of Folk2Folk, a peer-to-peer lending platform, is retiring and being replaced by Kawai Chung as Chief Executive Officer. According to a release, Warren is aiding in supporting a smooth transition. Warren, who became MD in 2019, will join the board as… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 11:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an era where technological advancements are accelerating, Bain & Company’s Technology Report aims to serve as a vital compass for business leaders. Released this month, the  research report dissects the shifts in the tech landscape, positioning artificial intelligence as the force reshaping economies, societies,… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 11:01 am By JD Alois  |  

Nothing, a consumer tech firm that raised money on Crowdcube, has captured a $1.3 billion valuation following a $200 million Series C funding round. Tiger Global led the round. In a post on X, Nothing founder Carl Pei explained that the funding is the start… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:36 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Everyday expenses are squeezing the life out of long-term planning, as a new report from UK’s online pension provider PensionBee reveals that over half of UK consumers are staring down retirement with growing unease. Released on 17 September 2025, the research findings paint a troubling… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a cautious outlook for Britain’s post-pandemic recovery, KPMG UK forecasts modest GDP growth of 1.2% in 2025, tapering to 1.1% in 2026, amid a cocktail of global uncertainties and domestic pressures. This projection, detailed in the firm’s latest economic briefing released on September 23,… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an environment where digital transformation also accelerates vulnerabilities, Kaspersky continues to focus on cybersecurity initiatives. This month, the global firm unveiled significant updates across its product suite, a specialized training program, and alarming research on AI-enhanced threats. These developments underscore Kaspersky’s commitment to proactive… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an environment where institutional investors are increasingly turning to infrastructure as a way to tackle volatility, Schroders Capital is making an impact with deals that underscore its prowess in alternative investments. The first sees Dutch pension provider APG entrusting €425 million to Schroders for… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the first half of 2025, the global private debt market demonstrated remarkable resilience amid economic headwinds, including persistent inflation and geopolitical uncertainties. PitchBook‘s latest H1 2025 Global Private Debt Report paints a picture of a maturing asset class, with assets under management (AUM) surging… Read More