According to new research from Tink, UK SMEs relying on outdated manual bank transfers as a primary method of payment lost out on an estimated £6.15 billion in sales last year. The study surveyed 2,000 UK consumers and 500 SME leaders to understand how this payment… Read More
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As the financial and insurance industries race toward an estimated $97 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) spending by 2027, up from $35 billion in 2023, they face some of the highest AI risk exposures of any sector. Cybernews research into S&P 500 companies identified 158… Read More
Read more in: Artificial Intelligence, Fintech | Tagged ai, Emanuelis Norbutas, fraud, Nexos.ai
The global eCommerce landscape is undergoing a shift, propelled by the adoption of local payment methods. According to a whitepaper from Juniper Research, these region-specific payment solutions are breaking down barriers to online shopping, making it more accessible and fueling significant market growth. As eCommerce… Read More
Read more in: Fintech, Global | Tagged Digital Economy, e-commerce, payments, research
As struggling consumers increasingly seek guidance on a wide range of financial topics from budgeting to investing, many are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) tools for help. A J.D. Power study also found that with prices on consumer goods increasing at the fastest rate in five… Read More
Read more in: Artificial Intelligence, Fintech | Tagged ai, financial health, genai, J.D. Power
Fintech firm Klar has taken a step toward securing a banking license by acquiring Bineo, the digital banking arm of Grupo Financiero Banorte. This strategic acquisition positions Klar as a key player in the race to expand financial services in a country where traditional banking… Read More
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Deloitte announces the launch of its global AI Infrastructure Center of Excellence, dedicated to supporting clients in establishing and operating specialized AI data centers. This initiative comes in response to “client demand for scalable, secure, and efficient AI infrastructure solutions, fueled by the growth of… Read More
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Betterment Advisor Solutions (BAS), the custodial platform for independent Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs), is making significant strides in reshaping the financial advisory industry. Through a combination of digital technology, product offerings, and strategic acquisitions, Betterment is enabling modern advisors to meet the evolving needs of… Read More
Read more in: Fintech | Tagged betterment, financial services, insights, survey, wealth management
Crypto.com announced a partnership with Axelar Foundation to provide secure custody support for AXL, the native token of the Axelar Network. The collab will enhance Axelar Foundation’s treasury management and deliver institutional-grade custody, “supporting assets reserved for validator incentives, ecosystem grants, and network operations.” Through… Read More
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Companies worldwide are increasingly turning to cryptocurrencies as core treasury assets, blending traditional balance sheets with digital tech advancements. This trend, accelerating in 2025 under the Trump Administration, underscores a maturing digital assets ecosystem where institutions are not just exploring or considering this sector but… Read More
Read more in: Blockchain & Digital Assets, Asia, Global, Strategy | Tagged ark invest, bitcoin, bitmine, corporate treasuries, Crypto Adoption, dats, digital assets, dogecoin, etfs, ethereum
In an era where AI is reshaping industries, not all small business owners are shying away from the technology’s rise. Instead, they appear to be leaning in, using it to amplify their limited resources and compete on a bigger stage. Eyal Lifshitz, CEO of Bluevine—the… Read More
Read more in: Fintech, Artificial Intelligence | Tagged ai, artificial intelligence, bluevine, insights, small businesses, smbs, united states
The US real estate sector continues to challenge expectations, blending overall growth with stark regional divides and various partnerships aimed at streamlining the property buying and selling process. Recent data from Zillow highlights a market valued at an unprecedented $55.1 trillion as of mid-2025, underscoring… Read More
Read more in: Real Estate | Tagged insights, property market, real estate, us
Wealthsimple, a Canadian Fintech company, disclosed a data security incident that compromised the personal information of a small fraction of its three million clients. The breach, which affected fewer than 1% of its user base—approximately 30,000 customers—exposed sensitive details such as Social Insurance Numbers (SINs),… Read More
Read more in: Fintech, Canada | Tagged canada, data, security breach, wealthsimple
The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency recently dismantled an international hacking ring responsible for stealing millions in cryptocurrency, leveraging advanced blockchain analytics from Chainalysis. This operation marks a critical step in combating the escalating wave of crypto-related crimes, which have surged globally in 2025, driven by… Read More
Read more in: Blockchain & Digital Assets, Asia | Tagged chainalysis, Crypto Adoption, hack, seoul, south korea
State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) and Apex Fintech Solutions announced a partnership that includes a minority investment by State Street into Apex Fintech Solutions. State Street will leverage Apex’s digital custody and clearing platform “to expand State Street’s wealth services offerings to the global wealth… Read More
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Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) has solidified its position as a global enabler of digital financial services and sustainability with two significant developments: the release of its report on climate risks and social opportunities, and the steady performance of its instant payment system, Pix. These… Read More
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On August 7, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that could fundamentally reshape how retirement savings intersect with entrepreneurship and economic growth. The order aims to democratize access to alternative assets within 401(k) plans, opening the door for everyday Americans to invest retirement dollars… Read More
Read more in: Politics, Legal & Regulation, Fintech, Opinion | Tagged 401k, capital ideas, ican, karen kerrigan, nick morgan, perspective, sbe council, small business and entrepreneurship council
Ireland’s retail banks are gearing up to introduce a mobile payment platform called Zip Pay in 2026. This initiative might compete with solutions and services from digital bank Revolut by offering seamless peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions. By pooling resources, institutions like Allied Irish Banks (AIB), Bank… Read More
Read more in: Fintech, Global | Tagged banking, europe, ireland, payments, revolut, zip pay
The private market fundraising ecosystem in Q2 2025 demonstrates cautious optimism, as outlined in PitchBook’s latest Global Private Market Fundraising Report. Despite ongoing economic uncertainties, private capital fundraising has shown resilience, with capital commitments stabilizing after years of decline. The report highlights key trends in… Read More
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Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has introduced a significant enhancement to its Digital Footprint Intelligence (DFI) service: the External Attack Surface module. This digital tool, integrated into Kaspersky’s Threat Intelligence portal, aims to enable organizations with advanced capabilities to monitor and secure their internet-exposed assets. Alongside this… Read More
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iCapital, the global fintech shaping focused on improving investing, announced an investment in, and partnership with, Tangible Markets, a liquidity solutions provider for private market positions held via wealth management channels. Together, the firms will develop scalable liquidity solutions “for alternative investment funds – helping… Read More
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