February 3, 2026 @ 8:14 am By JD Alois  |  

Robinhood UK says it has added ISAs, tax-advantaged retirement accounts, to its bundle of investment options. The company touted its zero platform fees, low FX fees, and a 2% cash bonus. UK users will be able to access approximately 5,000 US-listed stocks and ADRs and… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 8:06 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the ecosystem of startup financing, liquidity has emerged as a key concern for investors and company leaders. Traditionally viewed as a distant goal tied to public offerings or acquisitions, it’s now gaining traction earlier in a business’s lifecycle. Platforms like Crowdcube are highlighting how… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 8:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

AllUnity, a licensed electronic money institution based in Europe, has revealed plans to roll out a new stablecoin pegged to the Swiss franc. This development now aims to position the company as a key player in creating regulated digital assets compliant with the European Union‘s… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 7:59 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency sector continues to mature, blending innovation with heightened scrutiny. As we enter 2026, significant developments shared by Elliptic underscore this evolution: the rapid merging of digital assets with traditional finance (TradFi), and fresh sanctions targeting exchanges involved in illicit activities. According to the… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 7:03 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Slice Global Equity, an AI-native global equity compliance and management platform for multinational companies, has raised $25 million in Series A funding led by global software investor Insight Partners, with participation from Fenwick and Cooley LLP (as investors) and existing investors TLV Partners, R-Squared Ventures… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 6:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

MoonPay has recently forged alliances with Chainalysis and Unit21. This latest collaboration aims to streamline compliance processes for the fintech platform, which boasts more than 30 million users and collaborations with over 500 entities worldwide. By merging advanced blockchain analytics with sophisticated case management tools,… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 6:06 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Italian banking services provider Intesa Sanpaolo, has recently unveiled significant financing initiatives. These moves reportedly underscore the institution’s dedication to nurturing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through targeted investments in technology, sustainability, and operational enhancements. By channeling funds into various projects and supply chain improvements,… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 5:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

KPMG UK has indicated that the Bank of England‘s latest Money and Credit statistics for December 2025 reveal a picture of cautious consumer behavior amid persistent economic challenges. Released on January 30, 2026, the data shared by KPMG highlights a slowdown in key borrowing activities,… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 4:58 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital bank OakNorth has recently extended two significant loans, each worth £8.3 million, to support diverse development projects. These financings underscore the bank’s commitment to fostering residential and tourism sectors amid evolving demographic and economic needs. The initiatives target retirement housing and luxury vacation spots,… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 3:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Funding Circle (LSE: FCH), the platform for small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) financing, has secured the Silver Fair Payment Code accreditation. This achievement underscores the company’s dedication to upholding ethical standards in supplier payments and reinforces its broader mission to nurture a thriving environment for small… Read More

February 3, 2026 @ 2:56 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Euroclear, a provider of post-trade services in the financial sector, has recently unveiled significant developments that underscore its commitment to innovation and social impact. The Brussels-based organization announced the onboarding of Lunate, an Abu Dhabi investment manager, as the inaugural Middle Eastern entity to utilize… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 7:57 pm By JD Alois  |  

The American Bankers Association (ABA) has issued a statement on today’s White House Crypto meeting, which brought together crypto and legacy banking representatives in an attempt to reanimate crypto market infrastructure legislation. While crypto firms quickly issued positive statements regarding the gathering, the ABA appears… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 7:41 pm By Michael Wong  |  

In a year when capital is moving faster than diplomacy, two of the world’s most discreet financial hubs chose a quieter venue to compare notes: a closed-door meeting room in Switzerland’s capital. Hong Kong and Switzerland held the eighth Hong Kong–Switzerland Financial Dialogue in Bern… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 7:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alpaca has unveiled an expanded trading window for U.S. equities, enabling operations nearly around the clock. This new feature extends market access from Sunday evening through Friday evening, specifically from 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Sunday to 8:00 p.m. ET on Friday. Designed primarily for… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 7:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to enhance digital financial services in South Asia, Singapore-based fintech Pine Labs has announced its latest expansion in Sri Lanka. The company revealed a strategic collaboration with Pan Asia Banking Corporation (PABC), one of the island nation’s prominent listed banks. This partnership… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 5:42 pm By JD Alois  |  

Varo, a federally chartered digital bank, has raised $123.9 million in a Series G funding round. The terms of the funding were not revealed. According to a release, new investor Coliseum Capital Management and existing investor Warburg Pincus led the round. Existing investors also participated… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 5:13 pm By JD Alois  |  

As previously reported, the White House crypto team met today with representatives from the banking industry and digital asset industry. The rapid-response gathering came about after some crypto insiders stated they could not support the Crypto Market Infrastructure legislation scheduled for a markup hearing before… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 4:15 pm By JD Alois  |  

Stablecoin issuer Tether says it is expanding its partnership with Opera, creator of a self-custodial wallet built on Celo. According to a blog post, Opera’s MiniPay wallet will now support USD₮ and XAUt0 (Tether Gold). Tether states that the MiniPay wallet has become one of… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 4:05 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

ThriveCart, a no-code sales and payments platform, this week announced the launch of ThrivePay Installments, a new payment method designed to combine pre-authorized credit card limits with short, medium, and long-term installment payments for customers seeking to finance their purchases. In the U.S. alone, consumers… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 4:02 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Asia-based stablecoin trading and payment platform OSL Group said it has raised $200 million (HK$1.56 billion) in equity financing, as the company looks to expand globally and consolidate its position in regulated digital payments and stablecoin infrastructure. OSL said the net proceeds will be used… Read More