Global

June 17, 2026 @ 10:09 am By JD Alois  |  

Plasma has announced the launch of a stablecoin neobank called Plasma One. As a neobank, it does not hold a regulated bank license but works with regulated entities to provide certain services. The stablecoin-native neobank app aims to compete with other established digital banks by… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 8:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A new Xero study highlights a significant gap in the United Kingdom’s approach to nurturing its next wave of business founders. While many young people dream of launching their own ventures, insufficient financial knowledge and resources are holding them back, creating a sense of exclusion… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 8:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

On June 15, 2026, the European Union rolled out a new wave of restrictive measures aimed at curbing Russia’s ongoing military campaign in Ukraine. Blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs highlighted how these actions target key pillars supporting Moscow’s efforts, including its defense industry, energy exports,… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 8:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Economists at KPMG UK have interpreted the most recent inflation release as reinforcing the need for a measured response from the Bank of England. Despite a rebound in services inflation, industry professionals attribute the movement primarily to temporary fluctuations rather than broad-based domestic cost increases…. Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 7:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, has broken through the $64,000 level once again, reflecting renewed confidence in the market tied to positive signals from international diplomacy. The move upward occurred as Pakistan’s leadership shared encouraging news about advancing negotiations aimed at resolving tensions involving Iran. The… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 6:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent study by uBank reveals a significant shift in how Australians aged 18 to 35 perceive financial progress. Traditional markers like home ownership or large investments are taking a backseat to consistent daily money management practices that deliver immediate progress and personal satisfaction. The… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 5:27 am By Michael Wong  |  

Moroccan proptech startup Agenz has raised $5 million in funding from Breega, Attijariwafa Ventures and Saviu Ventures, as it seeks to expand its real estate data and transaction platform. Founded in 2021 by brothers Malik and Badr Belkeziz, Agenz provides valuation tools, market data, digital… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 2:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent analysis from Coinbase’s (NASDAQ:COIN) independent Quantum Advisory Council underscores growing concerns over the long-term security of Bitcoin holdings as quantum computing technology advances. The report draws attention to the substantial portion of the Bitcoin supply—potentially up to 7 million BTC—that could become vulnerable… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 1:58 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Chainalysis has noted that Ghanaian and British law enforcement agencies have recovered approximately $15.1 million in cryptocurrency linked to a sophisticated investment scam. This case highlights the growing effectiveness of blockchain analytics in tracing and reclaiming assets from transnational fraud operations. According to insights from… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 12:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bank of Ireland has reportedly unveiled the country’s so-called dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) Marketplace, a digital platform developed in collaboration with Nevo, Ireland’s EV-focused platform. Launched on 11 June 2026, this innovative tool is set to simplify and accelerate the transition to electric motoring for… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 11:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

mBridge, a China-supported initiative aimed at transforming international financial transactions is poised to enter its commercial phase. The project, centered on a blockchain-enabled platform for settling payments across borders using digital currencies issued by central banks, promises faster, cheaper, and more direct exchanges that could… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 6:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As the financial infrastructure Fintech Stripe marks ten years of business operations in France, it has rolled out a series of new tools designed to help local companies expand internationally and capitalize on artificial intelligence in commerce. The payments infrastructure provider now supports nearly 800,000… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 6:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Euroclear has indicated that during the first half of 2026, the distribution of alternative funds to private wealth clients in Asia and the Middle East has shown robust expansion. According to recent insights from Euroclear, investors from these regions accounted for 57% of subscriptions into… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 4:54 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

SIX Swiss Exchange has welcomed two new actively managed equity exchange-traded funds (ETFs) from AllianceBernstein (AB), marking a significant addition to its growing lineup of investment products. This development reinforces the exchange’s status as a premier venue for ETFs in Europe, providing investors with enhanced… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 12:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent analysis forecasts contrasting trajectories for European private equity and venture capital assets under management (AUM) over the coming five years. Drawing on drawdown fund data and established forecasting methods, the research team’s report at PitchBook highlights how recent market dynamics will shape the… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 9:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

GoCardless has been named the integrated payment solution for Intelligent Billing. This partnership creates a fully automated end-to-end billing-to-cash process, helping companies handle complex recurring revenue models more efficiently. The collaboration integrates GoCardless’s bank payment capabilities— including Direct Debit and open banking—directly into the Intelligent… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 8:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A new report posits that private equity professionals are increasingly focusing on artificial intelligence as a transformative force, even as they grapple with a stubborn backlog of older portfolio holdings that resist easy exits. PitchBook’s Q2 2026 US PE survey, conducted in May among general… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 8:28 am By JD Alois  |  

Modern brokerage Robinhood  (NASDAQ: HOOD)will slash its workforce by 10%, according to an update from the company. In a post on X, Robinhood founder and CEO Vlad Tenev described the move as a way to maximize”talent density.” “We’ve made the difficult decision to say goodbye to… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 8:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs has highlighted a notable incident involving Tornado Cash, underscoring persistent risks in decentralized finance even after significant regulatory shifts. On June 9, 2026, an attacker withdrew approximately 664 ETH—valued at around $2.7 million—from Tornado Cash pools. These funds were then… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 7:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The debut of SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) on public markets has unleashed intense speculative fervor in cryptocurrency-based synthetic trading products. On the day shares began trading on Nasdaq under the ticker SPCX at an IPO price of $135, a perpetual futures contract tracking the company on Hyperliquid… Read More