January 27, 2026 @ 8:47 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Forge’s Investment Outlook for Q1 2026 shows that while AI had a dominant influence on markets, fintech had its moments, too. Mid- and late-stage companies generated momentum in 2025 by garnering $154.9 billion, more than double 2024’s $75.5 billion. AI companies hoovered up the raises,… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 8:43 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to bolster the UK’s export sector, Lloyds Banking Group has unveiled plans to allocate up to £2 billion in trade finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-sized corporations looking to grow internationally. This initiative, announced on January 26, 2026, aims… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 8:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s LendInvest (LSE: LINV) has recently reported significant expansion and strategic advancements in its business operations. As of the end of 2025, the company’s Funds Under Management reportedly reached £5.44 billion, marking a notable milestone in its growth trajectory. This figure reflects robust lending activity,… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 8:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

BNB Smart Chain has rolled out the Fermi hard fork, marking a pivotal upgrade that reportedly propels the network into its most advanced phase to date. This development slashes block production time from 0.75 seconds to a mere 0.45 seconds, all while ensuring the system… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 8:24 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

According to a new report from J.D. Power, insurers’ top three pressures for 2026 are digital engagement, rate pressure, and customer retention. After five years of unprecedented volatility, insurers are beginning to see the consequences of gradual, but consistent premium hikes. Faced with bigger bills,… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 6:57 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Nymbus, a modern banking platform for U.S. banks and credit unions, has announced that First Entertainment Credit Union has successfully launched CineFi, the first fully digital credit union created exclusively for the entertainment industry in the Atlanta area. Since 1967, First Entertainment Credit Union has… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 5:20 am By Michael Wong  |  

Hong Kong’s central bank published the next phase of its sustainable finance taxonomy, as the city steps up efforts to channel capital towards green and transition activities and support its shift to a low-carbon economy. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) said it has released… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 4:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Etherfuse, a specialist in blockchain solutions for tokenized government debt, has announced a strategic alliance with Shinhan Securities, one of Asia’s premier financial institutions. This collaboration is set to broaden the availability and distribution of tokenized sovereign bonds, starting in South Korea and extending throughout… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 3:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Aberdeen has urged the UK government to boost the annual contribution limit for Junior Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs) to £9,000, aligning it with the current Junior ISA threshold. This move, they argue, would help bridge a significant savings divide that has widened over the past… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 2:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Japan is set to take a significant step in integrating digital assets into its mainstream financial system, with plans to approve its inaugural cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) potentially as early as 2028. This development, first reported by Nikkei Asia, marks a notable evolution in the… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 1:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Estateguru, a pan-European real estate crowdfunding platform, continues to make progress in 2026 with key updates focused on the Baltic markets. As a crowdfunding focused platform, it connects investors with property developers, offering opportunities for diversified investments secured by mortgages. Recent announcements from Estateguru highlight… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 9:06 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Blockchain is a promising solution for secure data sharing in the Internet of Things (IoT) networks, but existing systems often suffer from high latency that limits time-sensitive applications. Now, researchers from Japan have investigated how the structure of peer-to-peer blockchain networks affects IoT-blockchain performance. They… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 8:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

At the World Economic Forum in Davos this January, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) CEO Brian Armstrong emerged as a vocal advocate for cryptocurrency’s integration into the global financial system. Through various appearances, including a live interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box and a panel discussion on tokenization, Armstrong… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 5:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) framework are projected to outpace traditional transfer methods by the end of this decade. This evolution signals a broader move toward faster, more efficient transaction systems, driven by regulatory mandates and technological advancements. According to recent forecasts, these real-time… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 2:39 pm By JD Alois  |  

A group called “Pissed Off at Ro“ has been created to challenge Representative Ro Khanna, a vocal supporter of the California confiscation tax, which has been proposed. The new group was recently promoted by Garry Tan, CEO of VC firm YCombinator, who has been posting… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 2:27 pm By JD Alois  |  

The European Commission announced earlier today that AI service Grok and X’s “recommender systems” are under investigation regarding possible transgressions under the Digital Services Act (DSA). The recommender system investigation has been underway since 2023, but the Commission said it would be extended. X has… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 1:58 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Today, Jelou announced a $10 million Series A to expand Brain, its platform for building AI agents that securely execute real business and financial operations inside WhatsApp. The round was led by Wellington Access Ventures, with participation from Krealo, Credicorp’s corporate venture arm, and Collide… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 1:20 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission joint event has been rescheduled to take place this Thursday, January 29th. The event was originally scheduled for January 27th. The gathering is part of embracing the digital asset ecosystem and the changing regulatory environment…. Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 12:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Online investment platform Yieldstreet has rebranded as Willow Wealth as part of an effort to move beyond the bad press and investor losses it has endured. The rebranding took place in October 2025 as the platform looks to move beyond a few difficult years while expanding its investment… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 12:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

South Korea’s Coinone, which is reportedly one of the nation’s largest digital currency exchanges by trading volume, is now said to be considering options to divest portions of its major shareholder’s holdings. According to recent industry reports, the platform’s founder and chairman, Cha Myung-hoon, who… Read More