September 29, 2025 @ 11:50 am By JD Alois  |  

The European Union is charging forward to offer a digital Euro. A Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) is in the queue to be in use by 2026. Currently, both institutional use and consumer access are anticipated. This contrasts with the US, where a CBDC or… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 11:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant week for the European financial infrastructure ecosystem, recent announcements coming from Euroclear underscore the accelerating shift toward digital efficiency in capital markets. Earlier this month, Novo Banco, one of Portugal’s largest lenders, selected Euroclear FundsPlace as its fund distribution platform, so that… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 9:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an era where digital disruption is reshaping the financial services industry, core banking systems—the digital backbone of banks—stand at a critical juncture. A report from Juniper Research unveils a shift in how financial institutions are modernizing their infrastructure. Released amid escalating demands for agility,… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 8:49 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced the approval of using the “Visitor ID” for opening bank accounts at banks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in “accordance with banks’ account opening rules.” The “Visitor ID,” issued by the Ministry of Interior, “serves as an official… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 8:38 am By Omar Faridi  |  

CaixaBank, one of Spain’s largest lenders in terms of the overall scope of operations, has joined forces with eight other European banks to introduce a euro-denominated stablecoin. Announced recently, this consortium aims to create a regulated digital asset that bridges traditional finance with the ecosystem… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 8:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As cryptocurrency markets navigate the post-halving landscape of 2025, Bitcoin decisively remains the dominant digital asset. With its all-time high of $124,128 still fresh in investors’ minds, a series of recent CoinGecko surveys—conducted anonymously from August 22 to September 11, 2025, among 2,549 global crypto… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 8:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has recently communicated the publication of the Trusts and Trustees Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025. This forms part of Malta’s implementation of “the European Union’s (EU) Anti-Money Laundering Directive 6 (AMLD6) and the wider EU AML/CFT… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 5:46 am By Omar Faridi  |  

DailyPay is rolling out a “Perks” offering on its platform featuring a number of   opportunities sourced for the DailyPay user. Anchoring the new Perks offering is Stride, which addresses ”the need for affordable, low-cost health insurance.” Stride makes it easy to find the best health… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 2:37 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

NordVPN has added a crypto wallet address checker to its Threat Protection Pro suite. The new feature identifies potentially dangerous cryptocurrency wallet addresses encountered during web browsing, helping users avoid risky transactions and prevent costly mistakes when managing their digital assets. According to recent data, cybercriminals… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 1:30 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

ValidiFI’s newest research reveals a critical gap in current fraud prevention strategies—and the financial consequences of relying on outdated account verification methods as real-time payment adoption accelerates. As payment infrastructure evolves with real-time rails like RTP, FedNow, and Zelle driving instant settlement, and faster ACH options modernizing… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 1:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Polus Capital Management, an investment management firm specializing in alternative credit strategies, has announced the closing of Cairn CLO XX at €450 million. This milestone underscores Polus’ position as a key player supporting a Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO) management platform in Europe and highlights its… Read More

September 29, 2025 @ 12:27 am By Michael Wong  |  

Kuwait’s stock exchange extended its trading hours by 30 minutes starting Sunday as the Gulf state seeks to enhance liquidity and align with global markets to attract more international investors. Boursa Kuwait now operates continuous trading from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., compared to the… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 8:28 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Backbase, a provider of AI-powered banking technology, and Akkuro, a leading international core banking technology provider, have announced a strategic partnership that tackles legacy system limitations with AI. This collaboration is set to deliver an end-to-end modern banking technology stack across retail banking, business banking,… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 5:26 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

RedotPay, a global stablecoin-based payment fintech, has closed a $47 million strategic investment. The round saw new participation from Coinbase Ventures and a global technology entrepreneur, with increased commitments from Galaxy Ventures and Vertex Ventures. “Our mission has always been to make digital finance accessible,… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 4:14 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Deepening investment in Latin America, Kraken are rolling out local currency funding in Argentina and Mexico, two of the region’s most active crypto markets. This expansion reflects their “ongoing commitment to building trusted, compliant and localized infrastructure to support crypto adoption across the globe.” With… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 3:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Grays Peak Capital, a boutique investment firm specializing in government and defense sectors, has announced the launch of its Grays Peak Private Credit Fund II, targeting $500 million in capital commitments. This expansion underscores the seemingly growing appetite for tailored financing solutions that enable contractors… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 3:22 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Capital markets data provider Exegy has launched a new whitepaper series quantifying the true cost of real-time market data infrastructure. Drawing on benchmarks from current and former executives at Tier 1 banks and hedge funds within their elite client community, Exegy details the full costs, time-to-market,… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 3:11 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

FINTRAC announced that it imposed an administrative monetary penalty on Peken Global Limited, also operating as KuCoin. This Seychelles-incorporated foreign money services business operating in Canada was imposed “a penalty of $19,552,000 on July 28, 2025, for non-compliance with Part 1 of the Proceeds of… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 12:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move signaling its commitment to the burgeoning Middle East market, Airwallex, the Melbourne-headquartered global financial platform, has unveiled updates designed to enhanc its regional footprint. The announcement from Fintech Airwallex encompasses pivotal regulatory approvals, foundational infrastructure setups, and high-impact partnerships. These developments come… Read More

September 28, 2025 @ 12:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the ever-evolving environment of cyber threats, the insurance industry is grappling with a major challenge – which is handling explosive growth in cyber insurance premiums alongside heightened exposure to catastrophic losses. Reinsurers and insurers are turning to advanced analytics to fortify their portfolios against… Read More