Global

September 15, 2025 @ 4:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Over the past year, Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) have emerged as a pivotal force in shaping the performance of Bitcoin (BTC), according to André Dragosch, Director and Head of Research – Europe at Bitwise. What began as a significant milestone for traditional financial markets has… Read More

September 15, 2025 @ 3:43 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Flutterwave, an African technology company, is partnering with Clear Junction, a provider of payment solutions for regulated institutions. Flutterwave now has access to Clear Junction’s technical infrastructure and transaction routing. This is a milestone in addressing the evolving needs of migrant workers and families relying on… Read More

September 15, 2025 @ 2:49 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Lemonade Inc. (NYSE: LMND), the Insurtech company enabling AI-driven, customer-centric solutions, has officially launched its homeowners insurance product in the Netherlands. Announced this month, this expansion marks a significant milestone for the New York-based insurtech firm, which has established a foothold in the region with… Read More

September 15, 2025 @ 2:15 am By Michael Wong  |  

Global payments infrastructure provider Thunes has rolled out a real-time payments service into Morocco, allowing payouts in Moroccan dirhams to be sent directly into local bank accounts. The expansion gives members of Thunes’ Direct Global Network wider access to Morocco’s increasingly digitised economy and seeks… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 9:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Stablecoin issuer Tether announced on September 12, 2025, the unveiling of USA₮. This new dollar-backed stablecoin is designed to operate under strict U.S. regulations, marking a pivotal shift for the company long scrutinized for its offshore operations. Accompanying the launch, Tether revealed the appointment of… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 8:56 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) announced pivotal developments that underscore its commitment to product development across Latin America and other regions along with ensuring adequate security across its solutions. Recently, Accenture partnered with Google Cloud to transform Brazil’s energy landscape alongside Eneva, a private natural gas operator…. Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 5:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU) is reportedly millions of customers across Latin America. Recently, the company’s Chief Technology Officer, Eric Young, shared his vision for leveraging artificial intelligence to fuel Nubank’s global expansion and improve financial services. During a recent discussion, Young outlined how AI is not… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 5:14 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Betterment Advisor Solutions, a self-described all-in-one custodian for modern RIAs, announced a new partnership with Vanilla, the estate planning solution for advisors. Through this partnership, advisors who custody assets with Betterment Advisor Solutions will have “access to the Vanilla platform in addition to educational opportunities… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 5:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Commonwealth Bank (CommBank) has released a series of updates underscoring Australia’s evolving economic and financial dynamics. From rising household spending to strategic input on payment regulations and the tangible impact of educational content, these developments signal a nation steadily regaining its footing. As of September… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 2:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Jeremy Allaire, the CEO of Circle, took to social media to unveil a seemingly transformative development in the financial sector with the introduction of the Circle Payments Network (CPN). In his update, Allaire described CPN as “an actual programmable multilateral payment network where members can… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 1:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the ecosystem of decentralized finance and event-based trading, decentralized prediction markets platforms are capturing investor attention with potential fundraising plans. Reports indicate that Polymarket, a blockchain-driven prediction market, is exploring a new capital infusion that could peg its worth at between $9 billion and… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 1:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving landscape of private equity, the US middle market continues to carve out a path of resilience, even as broader economic uncertainties loom. PitchBook‘s Q2 2025 US PE Middle Market Report paints a somewhat optimistic picture for the first half of the year,… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 1:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving landscape of corporate finance, digital assets are emerging as powerful treasury reserves. Michael Saylor‘s Strategy, Inc. popularized the Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) model, leveraging Bitcoin (BTC) to enhance shareholder value through a convertible and perpetual preferred stock structure. This financing mechanism allows… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 10:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Valentin Stalf, co-founder and Co-CEO of N26, revealed he will step down from his executive role to join the N26 SE Supervisory Board in 2025, marking a key milestone after nearly 12 years at the helm. Stalf’s transition signals a new phase for both him… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 6:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Marc Lipschultz, co-CEO of alternative asset manager Blue Owl Capital, offered an assessment of the financial landscape, emphasizing the persistence of elevated interest rates. As the U.S. economy grapples with inflationary pressures and policy uncertainties, Lipschultz’s remarks… Read More

September 13, 2025 @ 2:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are experiencing a boost in financial support, while the financial services industry is addressing critical regulatory changes. Recent updates from UK Finance highlight these developments: a notable increase in SME lending and the release of a position paper… Read More

September 13, 2025 @ 2:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Central banks are grappling with transformative challenges, from liquidity management to the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the implications of global trade shifts. Updates from the Riksbank, Sweden’s central bank, and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) highlight critical developments that underscore the need… Read More

September 13, 2025 @ 9:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) continues to demonstrate its commitment to consumer protection, transparency, and innovation. Recent announcements highlight key developments: a thematic review exposing gaps in payment account offerings by financial institutions, and the launch of an academic journal to foster global supervisory… Read More

September 13, 2025 @ 9:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Regtech Sumsub has acknowledged the rise of deepfakes as well as AI being used in deceptive ways to target unsuspecting UK consumers. The firm noted in a blog post that after over a month from the Online Safety Act coming into force, websites hosting mature… Read More

September 13, 2025 @ 9:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The latest economic insights from KPMG UK highlight growing concerns about the UK and Eurozone economies, as voiced by Yael Selfin, Chief Economist at KPMG UK. In two recent statements, Selfin commented on the UK’s GDP figures and the European Central Bank’s (ECB) latest interest… Read More