Global

September 2, 2025 @ 9:48 am By JD Alois  |  

Zopa Group, a digital bank, has acquired payments platform Rvvup in a move that is expected to 3X its  embedded finance business in two years. The acquisition is predicted to boost its point of sale credit services supporting all payment options. The acquisition is Zopa’s… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 9:28 am By JD Alois  |  

European payments Fintech Klarna has filed to raise $1.27 billion in an initial public offering (IPO). Founded in Sweden but now based in the UK, Klarna shares are expected to trade on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker “KLAR.: The offering includes… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 8:33 am By JD Alois  |  

Real estate investment platform MetaWealth is working with One United Properties (BVB: ONE) to tokenize €17.9 million of property-backed bonds. The targeted return has been set at 19%, according to a company statement. The bonds are said to be issued under Luxembourg law. One United… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 8:18 am By Michael Wong  |  

Singapore-based Crypto.com has signed a strategic partnership with Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. (TMTG), operator of Truth Social, Truth+, and Truth.Fi, the companies said. The agreement covers the integration of Crypto.com’s digital wallet infrastructure into TMTG’s platforms, with the Cronos (CRO) token adopted as… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 5:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a key decision on August 29, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit declared most of the United States’ recently imposed tariffs illegal, affirming a May ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade. The lower court had determined that the… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 3:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Recent findings from the Lloyds Bank Business Barometer reveal a complex but seemingly optimistic / favorable environment for UK businesses in August 2025. Despite a slight dip in economic optimism, overall business confidence has climbed two points to 54%, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 2:41 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an era of persistent inflation, U.S. corporations are grappling with a significant challenge: what to do with their vast cash reserves. With trillions of dollars sitting in corporate coffers, the value of this idle capital is steadily being eroded by rising prices. This phenomenon… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 1:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The global financial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as markets worldwide shift toward accelerated settlement cycles. In Europe, the move to T+1 settlement—where trades are settled one business day after execution—is set to reshape market operations by October 2027. Céline Duquaine, Euroclear’s Product Manager… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 12:44 am By Omar Faridi  |  

OKX, a global cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain technology company, announced updates that align with its commitment to expanding access to digital assets and enhancing security for its users. The first announcement from OKX highlights the launch of OKX Wallet and onchain services across Europe, while… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 8:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global fintech ecosystem is evolving, driven by the need for seamless user experiences, security, and efficient development processes. Plaid, a key player focused on financial data connectivity, has introduced updates that aim to enable developers, product managers, and businesses to build various Fintech solutions…. Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 8:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, the artificial intelligence (AI) sector has witnessed an unprecedented surge in innovation, investment, and valuation growth. According to a recent report by CB Insights, 100 AI startups have achieved unicorn status—private companies valued at $1 billion or… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 7:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The workplace landscape in 2024 continues to evolve, shaped by technological advancements, shifting employee expectations, and economic pressures. TriNet’s State of the Workplace report, a detailed analysis of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the U.S., provides a roadmap for navigating these changes. Drawing from… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 5:13 pm By JD Alois  |  

Earlier today, an update from Open Banking Limited (OBL) reported that open banking in the UK has topped 15 million users, including individuals and businesses, as of July 2025. This represents a 50% increase from the 10 million users recorded just a year prior, highlighting the… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 4:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In 2025, Europe’s economic landscape continues to evolve, with the European Central Bank (ECB) providing critical insights through its recent publications. From the resilience of the labor market to consumer expectations and monetary developments, these updates paint a complex but cautiously optimistic picture of the… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 4:23 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Base, the L2 blockchain developed by Coinbase, has crossed an astonishing $200 billion in trading volume on Uniswap, the decentralized exchange (DEX) protocol. This milestone, reported on August 30, 2025, underscores Base’s ascent in the DeFi ecosystem and highlights its role as a bridge between… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 4:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency market continues to witness significant developments, with institutional players, individual whales, and academic institutions making key moves. From substantial Bitcoin acquisitions by global companies, Ethereum purchases by individual digital assets holders, to strategic, compliance-focused leadership changes at crypto exchanges, the landscape is evolving… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 4:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Market strategist Tom Lee has reportedly stated that Wall Street is preparing to integrate Ethereum (ETH) as a foundational element of its core infrastructure. He predicts an Ethereum price surge to $5,500 fairly soon, and $12,000 by year-end as his company BitMine reports accumulating a… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 12:51 pm By Michael Wong  |  

OrangeX, a global cryptocurrency exchange, has completed a $20 million Series B funding round led by Kryptos, with participation from SCI Ventures and other investors, the company said. The fundraising follows a $10 million Series A round in September 2023, also led by Kryptos with… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 12:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK venture capital activity experienced a significant slowdown in the first seven months of 2025, with deal volume and value declining year-on-year. The pullback reflects a combination of “macroeconomic headwinds and the recalibration of investor strategies.” Yet, the UK’s diversified ecosystem and strong tech… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 12:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The London Stock Exchange has become an operator that has been granted a PISCES Approval Notice (PAN) by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for its Private Securities Market. The new secondary market will, for the first time, “provide private companies with access to intermittent liquidity… Read More