Global

March 9, 2026 @ 1:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

KPMG UK’s economists have offered measured reactions to two key UK economic releases this week: the government’s Spring Forecast and the Bank of England’s latest Money and Credit statistics for January 2026. Together, the updates from KPMG UK paint a picture of cautious fiscal resilience… Read More

March 8, 2026 @ 10:17 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

SIX Group has reported growth across its Swiss and Spanish exchanges for February 2026, alongside a partnership that opens streamlined post-trade access to the Greek equity market for international investors. The dual announcements underscore the infrastructure provider’s momentum in both core trading volumes and cross-border… Read More

March 8, 2026 @ 6:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Chainalysis has shared that a fresh analysis of blockchain data shows a dramatic rise in cryptocurrency transfers leaving Iranian exchanges in the immediate aftermath of joint US-Israeli airstrikes on February 28, 2026. Between that date and March 2, roughly $10.3 million in digital assets flowed… Read More

March 8, 2026 @ 4:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent survey reveals a significant shift in payment habits on UK high streets, with one in seven shops—equivalent to 14%—having eliminated cash acceptance over the past 12 months. Conducted by Link, the UK’s primary ATM and cash access network, the research polled 1,116 small… Read More

March 8, 2026 @ 2:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a development signaling deeper collaboration between legacy banks and fintechs, global banking services providers Citi (NYSE: C) and HSBC (NYSE: HSBC) have each taken strategic equity positions in Adaptive. The firm has carved out a strong reputation as a provider of bespoke trading solutions,… Read More

March 6, 2026 @ 10:53 am By JD Alois  |  

Finastra, a banking tech provider, says it has incorporated artificial intelligence, called OperatorAssist, into its payments platform. Finastra states that errors and inefficiencies continue to take significant time, and this new service addresses these issues by automating analysis and providing solutions, reducing the cost of… Read More

March 6, 2026 @ 10:30 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) has initiated a significant workforce reduction, eliminating around 2,500 positions globally—roughly 3% of its total staff. The moves affect key areas including investment banking, trading, wealth management, and investment management, while leaving financial advisors untouched. This restructuring follows a year of solid… Read More

March 6, 2026 @ 8:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital bank Revolut has officially applied for a US national bank charter. The submission to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation seeks to create Revolut Bank US, N.A., enabling the London-based firm to operate as a full-fledged… Read More

March 6, 2026 @ 7:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant development bringing together Wall Street players with digital asset focused initiatives, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)—(NYSE:ICE) the operator of the New York Stock Exchange—has secured a minority stake in OKX, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges. Announced on March 5, 2026, the strategic… Read More

March 6, 2026 @ 6:30 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The British Business Bank has unveiled a series of targeted investments designed to strengthen access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), early-stage startups, and specialist sectors. These moves, announced in late February and early March 2026, highlight the institution’s ongoing efforts to stimulate… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 3:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

CoinGecko has indicated that centralized exchanges have long served as the primary gateways for cryptocurrency trading, offering deep liquidity to retail and institutional participants alike. In 2025, these platforms collectively handled nearly $80 trillion in spot and perpetuals volume. Yet analysis from CoinGecko reveals that… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 3:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ripple has significantly upgraded its flagship Ripple Payments service, positioning it as a complete, enterprise-grade solution for movement of both traditional fiat and digital assets worldwide. The enhancements mark a pivotal step in the company’s strategy to simplify cross-border transactions, eliminating the fragmentation that has… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 3:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cybersecurity analytics firm CyberCube has spotlighted growing dangers from Iranian-linked hackers amid escalating Middle East tensions, while simultaneously launching an upgraded tool to help insurers manage such exposures more effectively. The developments underscore the firm’s focus on delivering actionable intelligence and practical solutions for the… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 9:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Revolut Business has unveiled Titan, its latest premium corporate card powered by Visa, now available to every UK-based company. This launch marks a significant step forward in corporate finance, blending high-end lifestyle and travel rewards with seamless expense oversight—all within the Revolut Business app. The… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 9:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move aimed at transforming financial operations for telecommunications and utility providers, Strategic Imperatives has significantly enhanced its collaboration with payment technology firm GoCardless. The expansion integrates GoCardless’ Outbound Payments functionality directly into Strategic Imperatives’ Elevate IQ platform, creating a single, powerful hub that… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 9:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Lloyds Banking Group has forecast that the total value of UK Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) will surpass the £1 trillion mark by the end of the current tax year, marking a major milestone for British savers seeking tax-efficient growth. According to analysis by the bank,… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 7:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Global payments provider Visa (NYSE: V) has announced an expansion of its partnership with Bridge, a stablecoin infrastructure platform and Stripe company. The move, revealed on March 3, 2026, builds on an initial collaboration unveiled in 2025 and aims to make stablecoin-backed Visa cards available… Read More

March 5, 2026 @ 6:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move aimed at modernizing its client intake procedures, Grant Thornton UK has chosen Fenergo, a provider of artificial intelligence-driven client lifecycle management tools, to overhaul its onboarding, due diligence, and regulatory compliance workflows. The professional services giant, known for its expertise in audit,… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 7:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether has joined forces with the City of Lugano to launch Plan ₿ Phase II, a five-year strategy running through 2030 that extends their blockchain partnership. The collaboration includes a commitment of up to CHF 5 million, focused on expertise, infrastructure, research, and training. This… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 7:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Sygnum, a global digital asset banking group, has introduced Sygnum Select, a new discretionary portfolio management service that adapts the time-tested model of Swiss private banking to cryptocurrencies and related investments. The platform went live on February 26, 2026, with active client mandates already in… Read More