August 10, 2025 @ 10:00 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The retail fintech sector has shown resilience in Q2 2025, as detailed in PitchBook’s Q2 2025 Retail Fintech VC Trends update. Despite ongoing economic uncertainties, venture capital investment in retail fintech is experiencing a notable rebound, driven by a focus on innovative technologies, strategic market… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 9:57 pm By Michael Wong  |  

UAE-based business-to-business Fintech startup Alaan has secured $48 million in Series A funding led by Peak XV Partners, formerly Sequoia Capital India, to expand its AI-powered spend management platform across the Middle East and North Africa. The funding round included participation from Pioneer Fund, 885… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 8:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the first half of 2025, Tuum, a core banking platform, has unveiled a suite of updates that aim to improve how financial institutions operate in an increasingly digital environment. With a mission to liberate banks from legacy systems, Tuum’s H1 2025 product highlights focus… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 8:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent study by Payments Canada has revealed a surprising twist in the ecosystem of payment security: Canadians are nearly three times more likely to encounter fraud when using cash compared to credit cards. This finding challenges the widespread perception that cash is the safest… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 7:43 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The venture capital ecosystem for artificial intelligence continues to evolve rapidly, as highlighted in PitchBook’s Q2 2025 AI VC trends update. This report underscores AI’s pivotal role in driving global tech advancements, with significant investment activity shaping the sector’s trajectory. In Q2 2025, AI and… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 7:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coin Metrics noted that the crypto industry is witnessing a pivotal moment as centralized exchanges like Kraken, Gemini, and Bullish gear up for initial public offerings (IPOs) in a shifting regulatory and market landscape. A more favorable environment, coupled with growing investor appetite for public… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 6:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Anchorage Digital has introduced Anchorage Digital Prime, which is described as a comprehensive platform that consolidates its suite of crypto services. Announced on August 7, 2025, this initiative formalizes Anchorage Digital’s long-standing offerings into a full-service solution tailored for institutions such as asset managers, hedge… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 6:08 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Ant International’s WorldFirst has obtained a Class A Money Services Business license from Bank Negara Malaysia, enabling the company to provide international payment and foreign currency receipt services in the country. The license permits WorldFirst to serve small and medium-sized enterprises conducting cross-border trade operations…. Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 6:02 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has recently announced significant updates that underscore its commitment to advancing the cryptoeconomy. By integrating decentralized exchange (DEX) trading into its main app and enhancing developer productivity tools, Coinbase is positioning itself as a key player in making crypto more accessible and efficient… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 5:53 pm By Michael Wong  |  

HashKey Exchange, Hong Kong’s largest licensed virtual asset trading platform, has formed a strategic partnership with publicly listed IVD Medical Holdings Limited to advance enterprise-level digital asset adoption and explore blockchain integration with industrial capital. IVD Medical Holdings, which trades on the Hong Kong Stock… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 5:41 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Web3 ecosystem continues to evolve, offering opportunities for tech advancements but also presenting significant security challenges. Blockchain security firm CertiK recently shared key updates that shed light on pressing issues and advanced solutions in the space. These updates—a case study on LottieFiles incidents highlighting… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 5:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a world where personal finance can feel stressful and overwhelming for many consumers, Moola, a mobile-only financial platform, is hoping it can break down barriers to make investing more accessible. Launched in March 2025 by husband-and-wife team Jason and Magda Schappert, Moola is designed… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 5:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In collaboration with the Digital Asset Development Research Center and FinTech Center of Institute for Information Industry, Regtech company Sumsub took a closer look at Taiwan’s proposed Virtual Assets Service Act and anti-fraud legislations, supporting global-standard compliance across APAC. Sumsub recently joined the Digital Asset… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 5:36 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Recently, Compass Mining marked its fifth year of business operations, completing a significant milestone in its mission to make Bitcoin mining accessible to everyone. Since its inception in 2020, Compass Mining has grown from a small group of Bitcoin enthusiasts into a platform for hosted… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 5:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global IPO market displayed resilience in the first seven months of 2025, with proceeds rising 9.5% YoY to $56.8 billion despite “persistent market volatility and policy uncertainty.” Investor appetite, especially in Asia-Pacific, reflects a strategic “shift toward high-value listings, underpinned by favorable macroeconomic fundamentals… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 5:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The insurance industry is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence and digital technologies. The Global InsurTech Report for Q2 2025, released by Gallagher Re, provides a comprehensive analysis of these trends, focusing on AI’s transformative impact on property insurance, InsurTech… Read More

August 9, 2025 @ 1:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The venture capital ecosystem in Southeast Asia is undergoing a significant transformation, as highlighted in PitchBook’s Q3 2025 Analyst Note titled Southeast Asia’s Early-Stage Capital Crunch. The report from PitchBook underscores a tightening of early-stage funding, driven by cautious investor sentiment, macroeconomic uncertainties, and a… Read More

August 9, 2025 @ 12:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the startup management and financial regulation ecosystem, staying informed about policy changes and effective tools is vital for founders, investors, and financial professionals. Recent updates from Carta, a cap table management platform, highlight developments in anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism… Read More

August 9, 2025 @ 11:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

KPMG LLP announced initiatives to help customers deploy and manage AI agents that transform enterprise data management and business processes. KPMG is making investments in AI and “helping organizations create and deploy AI agents to fit their business needs with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Generative… Read More

August 9, 2025 @ 10:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

New York State Department of Financial Services Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris announced that Paxos Trust Company will pay a $26.5 million penalty to New York State for the alleged ‘failure to conduct sufficient due diligence of its former partner, Binance, and systemic failures in Paxos’s… Read More