September 23, 2025 @ 8:32 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

A new study conducted by MoneyThumb, a provider of automated document evaluation and fraud detection solutions, in partnership with deBanked, a merchant cash advance publication, reveals an alarming trend in the small business lending sector: fraud is not only on the rise but is significantly… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a cautious outlook for Britain’s post-pandemic recovery, KPMG UK forecasts modest GDP growth of 1.2% in 2025, tapering to 1.1% in 2026, amid a cocktail of global uncertainties and domestic pressures. This projection, detailed in the firm’s latest economic briefing released on September 23,… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an environment where digital transformation also accelerates vulnerabilities, Kaspersky continues to focus on cybersecurity initiatives. This month, the global firm unveiled significant updates across its product suite, a specialized training program, and alarming research on AI-enhanced threats. These developments underscore Kaspersky’s commitment to proactive… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:22 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

An analysis of financial behaviour from social finance app Frich’s community of more than one million Gen Zers reveals a generation with ambitious retirement dreams but a concerning financial reality. Retirement optimism vs. financial constraints Gen Z’s confidence about their financial future contrasts sharply with… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an environment where institutional investors are increasingly turning to infrastructure as a way to tackle volatility, Schroders Capital is making an impact with deals that underscore its prowess in alternative investments. The first sees Dutch pension provider APG entrusting €425 million to Schroders for… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the first half of 2025, the global private debt market demonstrated remarkable resilience amid economic headwinds, including persistent inflation and geopolitical uncertainties. PitchBook‘s latest H1 2025 Global Private Debt Report paints a picture of a maturing asset class, with assets under management (AUM) surging… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move aimed at improving retail investing, Webull Securities (Europe) B.V. has announced a partnership with Upvest, Europe’s investment infrastructure provider. Unveiled this month, the collaboration introduces fractional trading of European stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to the Webull EU platform. This initiative, starting… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a resilient display of resilience despite significant economic challenges, the UK welcomed over 363,000 new businesses in the first half of 2025, according to an analysis by SME lender iwoca of Companies House data. That’s the equivalent of 84 fresh enterprises springing to life… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 8:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Recent research from CoinGecko underscores how Bitcoin’s foundational ideals have transformed over time. The research study surveyed 2,549 individuals engaged in the web3 and crypto space between late August and mid-September 2025. Respondents hailed from diverse backgrounds: 68% were long-term investors, 20% short-term traders, 7%… Read More

September 23, 2025 @ 3:49 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Union is poised to restrict major technology companies, including Amazon, Apple, Google, and Meta, from participating in a forthcoming financial data sharing framework, as reported by the FT. This move reflects the EU’s ongoing efforts to regulate the influence of Big Tech while… Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 6:45 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Fraud prevention platform Ravelin urges merchants to take immediate action on Visa’s updated VAMP (Visa Acquirer Monitoring Program). It warns that failure to minimize fraud will mean incurring significant, recurring fees, and even losing the ability to accept Visa payments. VAMP enforcement begins on Oct. 1…. Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 6:41 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

While the Fed rate cuts dominated discussions this week, Web3 also looked at some new developments with ETFs Did the Fed cut enough? “Markets are on edge this week as investors await the outcome of the most important FOMC meeting of 2025. Some analysts expect… Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 6:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets platform Kraken continues to focus on product developing and technology advancements in an effort to improve trading and investing. Recently, the San Francisco-based exchange unveiled several updates: Kraken Launch for early token sales, xStocks integration on Kraken Pro for tokenized equities, and Kraken… Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 6:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to reshape digital payments across Asia, LINE NEXT—the Web3 innovation arm of the messaging platform LINE—and the Kaia blockchain ecosystem have jointly revealed Project Unify. This initiative aims to deliver a versatile superapp centered on stablecoins, specifically engineered to streamline cross-border transactions…. Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 6:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move for cryptocurrency adoption in Latin America, Bitget Wallet, a non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet, announced its integration with Pix, Brazil’s widely used instant payment platform. This innovative partnership, facilitated through collaboration with local licensee Aeon, allows Bitget Wallet users to make direct payments using… Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 6:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Meta has (NASDAQ:META) integrated a QR code-based payment system into the WhatsApp Business App. The announcement was made during Meta’s recent business summit in Mumbai, India, highlighting the company’s focus on enhancing digital tools for… Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 6:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move that indicates confidence in decentralized finance, YZi Labs—the family investment vehicle established by Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao and his former colleague Yi He—has significantly amplified its commitment to Ethena Labs. This development arrives just as Ethena’s flagship product, the synthetic stablecoin… Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 2:44 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Arcanis has launched as an AI-powered “decision research” solution for growth and late-stage venture capital markets, adding a transparent AI trust layer through meeting standardized criteria for completeness, systematics, transparency, and clarity of output. Venture capital is often characterized by incomplete, fragmented, or incorrect data…. Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 2:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cross River Bank has unveiled its Advanced Authorization platform, set to transform how financial technology companies handle immediate card transaction decisions. Announced on September 18, 2025, this update from Cross River arrives hot on the heels of the bank’s remarkable achievement: surpassing one billion payment… Read More

September 22, 2025 @ 12:41 pm By JD Alois  |  

Shares of NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) have been down in the dumps in recent days due to challenges in China and questions regarding what exactly NVIDIA will be allowed to ship to the country, if at all. Today, things are looking up due to an announcement that NVIDIA and… Read More