Global

March 18, 2026 @ 9:21 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital bank OakNorth delivered steady performance in 2025, posting a pre-tax profit of £223 million ($289 million) while expanding its lending activities significantly across the UK and US. The specialist lender to entrepreneur-led businesses in the lower mid-market segment reported gross revenue of £605.9 million… Read More

March 18, 2026 @ 8:21 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Binance has introduced improvements to its lending services, potentially making it easier for users to access liquidity while keeping their crypto holdings intact. The platform’s flagship Flexible Loan product now stands out as a versatile, isolated, and over-collateralized borrowing option with open-ended terms. Users can… Read More

March 18, 2026 @ 8:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Upvest, the Berlin-based investment technology provider for European markets, has announced a $125 million financing package that solidifies its status as the continent’s top provider of API-first infrastructure for securities trading and wealth management. This capital injection comes at a pivotal moment as traditional banks… Read More

March 18, 2026 @ 8:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Databricks have deepened their collaboration to help businesses worldwide harness enterprise data more effectively and rapidly expand the use of sophisticated AI applications and intelligent agents. The two companies announced the creation of the Accenture Databricks Business Group on March 17,… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 2:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Global payments and financial technology provider Airwallex has announced a major capital injection exceeding $1 billion into the EMEA region. The $1.135 billion commitment, spread across the next five years, is designed to accelerate expansion through 2030. Funds will support entry into fresh markets, the… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 10:48 am By JD Alois  |  

Zodia Custody says it is partnering with Programmable Credit Protocol (PCP), to enable secured digital and tokenized asset lending. Zodia Custody reports that it has integrated PCP’s credit-orchestration infrastructure into its Solutions platform, enabling secured lending. Clients of Zodia Custody’s Solutions are said to be… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 10:38 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Cboe Global Markets has formally asked the Securities and Exchange Commission for permission to introduce extended trading sessions on its EDGX equities exchange, paving the way for nearly continuous U.S. stock trading five days a week. The Chicago-based operator, known for its innovation in derivatives,… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 9:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

JPMorgan (NYSE:JPM) has indicated that the private credit sector has faced intense examination, with reports highlighting potential vulnerabilities amid shifting economic conditions. However, a closer look reveals that while certain challenges exist, the underlying strengths of this asset class remain robust. This analysis delves into… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 9:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Investment platform Kraken has rolled out new capabilities on its advanced Pro platform, delivering fresh avenues for portfolio diversification, hedging, and income generation. Announced recently this month, these features merge conventional market exposure with crypto-native tools, catering to experienced traders who demand multi-asset functionality in… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 9:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has officially closed its deal to acquire Faculty, a UK based artificial intelligence firm known for its expertise in deploying AI responsibly across government and commercial organizations. The transaction, finalized on March 16, 2026, strengthens the consulting giant’s position as a go-to… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 9:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK Finance shared that Britain’s banking industry is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation, with fresh momentum in customer pricing strategies and international payment systems. Recent analyses from leading trade body UK Finance spotlight two forward-looking trends that promise better value for consumers and stronger… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 9:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move set to transform how small and medium-sized enterprises manage their finances, iwoca – one of Europe’s premier lenders to SMEs – has rolled out a groundbreaking resource called Credit Compass. Launched on 16 March 2026, this no-cost platform aims to give every… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 7:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Euroclear Bank and Clearstream have activated their new paperless issuance platforms for Eurobonds, opening the door to a completely dematerialised process across the world’s third-largest debt market. The two leading international central securities depositories (ICSDs) now enable issuers to launch bonds entirely electronically, eliminating the… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 3:13 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Lending to smaller UK firms rose noticeably last year, signalling a gradual thaw in credit markets after a period of economic strain, according to fresh research released today by the British Business Bank. The organisation’s Small Business Finance Markets 2025/26 report reveals that total bank… Read More

March 16, 2026 @ 7:49 pm By JD Alois  |  

Republic Europe, part of the broader Republic private markets ecosystem, has published an “Investors Playbook” stating that it is entering 2026 from a position of strength as private markets evolve. James Newman, Republic Europe CEO, says their strategy remains clear as they seek to deliver… Read More

March 16, 2026 @ 1:53 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As part of a significant step toward bolstering oversight in the digital economy, an Australian Senate committee has endorsed a new legislative proposal aimed at regulating cryptocurrency operations. The measure, known as the Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Bill 2025, seeks to impose mandatory licensing… Read More

March 16, 2026 @ 11:26 am By JD Alois  |  

Earlier this month, it was reported that Lloyds has a mission to become the UK’s largest Fintech by leveraging customer data and automating compliance. In the FT, Chief Operating Officer Ron van Kemenade said this goal is part of a broader tech overhaul to cut… Read More

March 16, 2026 @ 10:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

TRM Labs noted that in a move intended to effectively curb illicit funding for North Korea’s weapons programs, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on a web of facilitators tied to Pyongyang’s government-directed IT worker operations. According to insights… Read More

March 16, 2026 @ 8:59 am By Omar Faridi  |  

KPMG Ireland has indicated that regulations are pushing institutions toward stronger operational safeguards, particularly when dealing with external partners. A key development in this area is the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), which is now moving from planning stages to active regulatory oversight in regions… Read More

March 16, 2026 @ 8:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Abacus Global Management (NYSE: ABX), a key player in alternative investments, has finalized an agreement to purchase a minority interest in Manning & Napier, a firm specializing in wealth and asset management. The deal, valued at around $53 million, positions Abacus to tap into Manning… Read More