London-listed TBC Bank Group said it has agreed to acquire a majority stake in OLX Uzbekistan, one of the country’s most visited online classifieds platforms, in a move that expands its fast-growing digital banking ecosystem in Central Asia. The acquisition, from OLX Group, the classifieds… Read More
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The UAE Central Bank’s Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) has partnered with HSBC Bank, Al Maryah Community Bank and technology firms Presight and Core42 to explore artificial intelligence applications in financial services, the central bank said. The collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen cybersecurity… Read More
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Blockchain technology is reshaping the global financial and technological landscape, emerging as a force that potentially redefines how we think about ownership, settlement, and economic systems. A recent analysis from a16zcrypto highlights the profound impact of blockchains, describing them as a programmable, open, and inherently… Read More
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Definite, a full-stack artificial intelligence-native data platform, said it raised $10 million in seed funding led by venture capital firm Costanoa, with participation from Acrew Capital and strategic angel investors. The funding will be used to accelerate product development and expand go-to-market hiring as the… Read More
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Web3 was closely watching this week’s action out of Jackson Hole. Industry figures share their thoughts below. “Powell’s Jackson Hole speech struck a positive tone for markets, with investors now largely pricing in a rate cut as soon as September. He signalled that the Fed’s… Read More
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The United Arab Emirates’ Cyber Security Council said on Sunday that more than 12,000 security breaches have been recorded across Wi-Fi networks nationwide since January, representing approximately 35% of all cyberattacks in the country this year. The council warned of escalating risks from untrusted wireless… Read More
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The tokenization of Real World Assets (RWAs) is reshaping the financial landscape, bridging the gap between traditional finance and decentralized finance. By bringing assets like real estate, commodities, and securities onto blockchain networks, tokenization unlocks unprecedented opportunities for efficiency, transparency, and accessibility. However, as outlined… Read More
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Pattern Group, an e-commerce accelerator that helps brands expand across global online marketplaces, filed for a US initial public offering (IPO) after posting a 35% jump in revenue in the first half of 2025. The Lehi, Utah-based company reported net income of $47 million on… Read More
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The U.S. initial public offering (IPO) market for venture capital (VC)-backed companies in 2025 is showing signs of cautious optimism, yet significant hurdles remain, according to PitchBook’s Q3 2025 Analyst Note, Navigating the New Standards for VC-Backed IPOs. The research report from PitchBook highlights a… Read More
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Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet), the operator of the country’s national payments network, has expanded its partnership with China’s Ant International to strengthen cross-border digital payments, boost tourism and advance financial technology cooperation. The two firms signed a renewed memorandum of understanding (MoU) that… Read More
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In a move to address consumer financial protection, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has initiated legal proceedings against Synapse Financial Technologies, a now-bankrupt fintech company accused of mishandling customer funds. The lawsuit, filed on August 21, 2025, alleges that Synapse’s operational failures led to… Read More
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Pollen Street announces the acquisition of a majority stake in Leonard Curtis, a corporate restructuring provider operating across the UK and offshore. The multi-disciplinary professional services firm, which is headquartered in Manchester, reportedly has “over 30 years’ experience providing restructuring, legal, funding, M&A advisory and other… Read More
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Canada’s payment ecosystem is undergoing a significant shift, driven by Payments Canada’s ongoing modernization efforts. At the core of this transformation is the Real-Time Rail (RTR), a new national payment infrastructure set to enable instantaneous, data-rich transactions 24/7. Coupled with the adoption of the ISO… Read More
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In a recent statement, Andrew Ferguson, Chairman of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), issued a stern warning to American technology companies regarding their compliance with new online safety regulations in the United Kingdom and European Union. Ferguson emphasized that adhering to these foreign laws… Read More
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The venture capital landscape in Q2 2025, as detailed in Carta’s latest State of Private Markets report, paints a picture of somewhat cautious optimism for startups navigating a complex fundraising environment. Despite a persistent decline in deal volume, rising valuations and reduced dilution signal a… Read More
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Equity ownership has emerged as somewhat of a transformative tool for rebuilding middle-class wealth, offering employees a direct stake in the success of the companies they help build. This, according to insights from Srikanth Narayan, CEO and Founder at Cache. By granting workers shares in… Read More
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A coalition of prominent financial trade associations, collectively known as the Joint Trades, has called for significant revisions to the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision’s (BCBS) forthcoming Cryptoasset Exposures Standard, set to take effect in January 2026. The group, which includes the Global Financial Markets… Read More
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Alchemy Pay, the fiat-crypto payment gateway, is pleased to announce its collaboration with Regtech firm Sumsub to integrate its leading Travel Rule solution across Alchemy Pay’s entire product suite. This integration marks a key milestone in reinforcing regulatory compliance, transactional transparency, and user security, “aligning… Read More
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The financial sector is undergoing a major shift as traditional banking firms pivot toward blockchain technology, recognizing its potential to reshape the digital economy. A report from CB Insights highlights how major banks are diving headfirst into the digital asset ecosystem, leveraging blockchain to make… Read More
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In a key development for the cryptocurrency industry, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has lifted a consent order imposed on Anchorage Digital in 2022, marking a pivotal moment for the only crypto firm holding a national bank charter. Anchorage Digital has… Read More
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