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June 24, 2026 @ 12:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Ledger has rolled out smart contract proxy support for its clear signing process, giving hardware wallet users stronger protection against stealthy exploits that target upgradeable contracts. The update tackles a growing threat in the Ethereum ecosystem where attackers manipulate proxy logic without altering the visible… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 10:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

PitchBook has indicated that the first half of 2026 has delivered exceptional venture capital activity in the United States, though much of the momentum remains concentrated among a handful of artificial intelligence leaders. PitchBook’s 2026 US Venture Capital Outlook Midyear Update, released in late June,… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 10:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

On 22 June 2026, the Central Bank of Ireland opened a public consultation inviting feedback on how it assesses the impacts of new or amended regulations and engages with stakeholders during the policy development process. The initiative, set out in Consultation Paper 170, forms part… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 10:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Two of Austria’s largest banking groups have become shareholders in the European Payments Initiative (EPI). The move will bring the Wero digital wallet — a secure, instant account-to-account (A2A) payment solution — to customers in Austria, significantly broadening its geographic reach. The announcement, issued on… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 10:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) has announced a major enhancement to its payments ecosystem by incorporating more than 30 additional local payment methods through its ongoing collaboration with PPRO, a specialist in local payments infrastructure. The update equips merchants with tools to better accommodate international customers who prefer… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 3:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU) announced recently that its virtual mobile network service, NuCel, has attracted more than one million customers in just 17 months since operations began in January 2025. Developed in partnership with Claro, the service integrates mobile connectivity directly into Nubank’s ecosystem, marking a… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 2:06 pm By JD Alois  |  

The parent company of Kraken, Payward, has been approved for a virtual asset service provider (VASP) in the British Virgin Islands. The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVI FSC) will enable it to provide regulated digital asset services to clients operating from or through… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 1:54 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has uncovered a significant new crimeware operation that spreads malicious files through the popular messaging service WhatsApp. Researchers from the company’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) detailed the research findings in a recent update shared on June 22, 2026. The campaign… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 10:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK Finance has indicated that mergers and acquisitions have always reflected the broader state of global markets. As the second half of 2026 approaches, deal activity is recovering, but the backdrop remains intricate. Geopolitical tensions, regulatory shifts, technological change, cybersecurity demands, and evolving shareholder priorities… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 9:46 am By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England has distributed proposed rules for the issuance of stablecoins, which have pleased some insiders. Chillimint co-founder and MD Andrew Jones says this is indicative that stablecoins are becoming a story more about trust than technology. ChilliMint is a consultancy focused on… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 7:53 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Ripple has received preliminary approval for a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP) license from Luxembourg’s Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. MiCA serves as the European Union’s comprehensive framework to regulate cryptoasset activities, aiming to enhance… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 7:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A new nonprofit research and development organization called Ethlabs has launched to strengthen Ethereum’s technical foundation and prepare the network for broader institutional use. Founded by former researchers from the Ethereum Foundation, the group aims to accelerate progress on scaling, protocol improvements, and real-world adoption… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 3:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

McKinsey & Company’s latest “Week in Charts” update, published on June 16, 2026, paints an optimistic picture of the fintech industry’s trajectory. According to the analysis, the sector has entered a new phase of consistent expansion and stronger financial performance. If current momentum holds, global… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 2:53 am By Omar Faridi  |  

NatWest Group has introduced a comprehensive accreditation program in artificial intelligence and data ethics for its entire workforce of around 60,000 colleagues. The program aims to ensure that staff can use AI technologies responsibly and ethically as these tools become integral to daily banking activities…. Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 1:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain interoperability platform Axelar has confirmed a security breach that resulted in the theft of approximately $4.7 million in bridged assets connected to the Secret Network. The incident, disclosed on June 19, 2026, involved tokens transferred via the Cosmos Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol and was… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 1:19 am By Omar Faridi  |  

JP Morgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) is now said to be moving forward with plans to expand its Chase digital banking platform into several new European markets over the next five years. The initiative aims to establish operations in at least five countries across the continent, with a focus… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 1:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Dutch payments and financial services company Mollie has reached a significant milestone by becoming fully operational in every country within the European Economic Area. The achievement, announced on June 18, 2026, was finalized with the launch of services in Croatia and Iceland, bringing its footprint… Read More

June 22, 2026 @ 10:23 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Central Bank (ECB) has explained in a recent update that artificial intelligence is transforming workplaces worldwide, sparking intense debate about its consequences for employment. While concerns about widespread job losses persist, a recent analysis from the European Central Bank highlights that aggregate effects… Read More

June 22, 2026 @ 3:36 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England has posted an update on draft rules regarding stablecoins. The bank stated: “[This] marks a significant milestone in delivering a comprehensive UK regime for stablecoins. It sets a clear pathway for UK-issued, sterling-denominated stablecoins to operate at scale across a range… Read More

June 22, 2026 @ 2:53 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Banco Santander (NYSE: SAN) has taken a major step forward in its data and AI-first transformation by making artificial intelligence tools available to every one of its roughly 185,000 employees worldwide. The move, effective immediately, significantly expands access from the nearly 40,000 staff members who… Read More