January 29, 2026 @ 5:57 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

NordVPN has revealed new insights into the privacy risks Canadians face as AI tools become embedded in their daily work routines. According to data from the National Privacy Test (NPT) for 2025, 95% of Canadians do not understand what privacy issues to consider when using… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 3:21 pm By JD Alois  |  

Digital bank LendingClub (NYSE:LC) reported Q4 and full-year results yesterday, but the solid results were not sufficient to inspire investors as shares cratered following the results. LendingClub reported that net revenue increased 23% to $266.5 million, compared with $217.2 million in the prior year, driven by… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 2:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Mesirow Alternative Credit has teamed up with Fundbox to enhance financing options for small enterprises across the country. Announced recently, this collaboration introduces a dedicated forward flow facility designed to purchase loans generated by Fundbox, thereby increasing the availability of essential working capital. The partnership… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 1:43 pm By JD Alois  |  

Saxo Bank, a Danish bank focused on online trading and investment with more than €115 billion in client assets, has been penalized by the Danish authorities regarding claims of money laundering violations. The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority has assessed a fine of DKK 313,000,000 or… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 1:33 pm By JD Alois  |  

House Committee on Financial Services Chairman French Hill and House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson have joined in welcoming the Senate Committee on Agriculture’s approval of crypto market legislation. The Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act advanced out of Committee earlier today. Representative Hill stated: “Last July,… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 1:23 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act, crypto market infrastructure legislation, advanced out of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry today. Chairman of the Committee, John Boozman, called the approval a critical step towards providing clarity in the digital asset ecosystem. “Advancing this bill brings us… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 1:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As the world gears up for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, a fresh wave of enthusiasm is sweeping through US based travelers, fueled by digital technology. A new study from Visa (NYSE: V) recently uncovers how artificial intelligence is transforming the way people research,… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 11:21 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Lloyds Banking Group has revealed that its investments in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) yielded approximately £50 million in benefits during 2025. Building on this foundation, the organization anticipates generating more than £100 million in additional value this year by expanding its use of both GenAI… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 11:05 am By JD Alois  |  

The Netherlands is poised to approve a change to the income tax that will impose a 36% tax on unrealized gains, as it seeks to boost revenue to fund government activities. Of course, confiscatory taxes have never worked anywhere and will likely have the opposite… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 10:47 am By JD Alois  |  

Deutsche Bank (NYSE:DB) is being investigated due to allegations of money laundering. According to Reuters, Federal Police raided Deutsche Bank offices in both Berlin and Frankfurt. Apparently, the investigation is due to claims of illicit activity by individuals between 2013 and 2018. This is not… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 10:32 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) has introduced its Agent Suite, a comprehensive set of tools aimed at equipping enterprises with advanced AI capabilities. Announced on January 27, 2026, from the company’s headquarters in Purchase, New York, this initiative seeks to streamline the adoption of agentic AI—intelligent systems… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 9:56 am By JD Alois  |  

It is a fact that we exist in a world of limited resources. Taxes paid to the government reduce disposable income for individuals and available funds for investment. Private activity, including innovation and entrepreneurship, gets crowded out when more funds go to the government. This… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 9:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Seen Finance, an affiliate of Snap Finance and the servicer behind the Seen-branded credit card, has forged a strategic alliance with Nova Credit, a key player in credit infrastructure and analytics. Announced on January 28, 2026, this collaboration aims to broaden credit opportunities by incorporating… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 9:26 am By JD Alois  |  

A White House meeting has been scheduled for next week to break the logjam on crypto market infrastructure legislation. It has been widely reported that several crypto firms have withdrawn their endorsement of the bill amid aggressive lobbying by traditional banks, which fear emerging competition…. Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 9:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs has released a report indicating that during 2025, the cryptocurrency landscape witnessed an unprecedented spike in illicit activities, totaling $158 billion in volume—a 145% surge from the $64.5 billion recorded the previous year. According to insights from TRM Labs, this… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 8:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The British Business Bank, which is now serving as a key part of the UK government’s economic development arm, has recently announced significant investments aimed at strengthening the nation’s tech and Fintech landscapes. These moves underscore a commitment to fostering sustainable growth by channeling funds… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 8:43 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Fintech firm Wise (LON:WISE) has secured membership in Payments Canada, marking it as one of the inaugural Payment Services Providers (PSPs) to join the organization. This development, announced on January 27, 2026, underscores Wise’s commitment to enhancing cross-border payment solutions for Canadian users and businesses…. Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 12:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As Ireland steps into 2026, the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) sector exudes a sense of measured optimism, according to a recent analysis from KPMG Ireland. Drawing from a survey of more than 150 experienced dealmakers, the outlook paints a picture of a market that’s weathered… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 12:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced plans to incorporate assets based on distributed ledger technology (DLT) into its collateral system. This development, set to take effect from March 30, 2026, marks a pivotal step in modernizing the Eurosystem’s monetary policy operations while ensuring financial… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 12:11 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Compa, a provider of AI-driven compensation intelligence, announced $35 million in Series B funding. The round was led by Jump Capital, with participation from Crosslink Capital, Storm Ventures, Permanent Capital, HR Tech Investments LLC (an affiliate of Indeed, Inc.), and PagsGroup. For decades, enterprise companies… Read More