July 22, 2025 @ 8:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The fintech sector continues to show resilience and evolution, with CB Insights’ State of Fintech Q2’25 Report revealing steady funding of $10.5 billion in the second quarter of 2025. This marks the second consecutive quarter surpassing $10 billion, a milestone not seen since early 2023…. Read More

July 22, 2025 @ 8:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

French crypto hardware wallet maker Ledger continues to solidify its position as a global enabler of digital asset security with various products, educational campaigns, and a partnership with the NBA’s San Antonio Spurs. These recent developments highlight the firm’s commitment to empowering users with secure,… Read More

July 22, 2025 @ 8:49 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bank of Ireland has significantly revised its economic forecasts for Ireland in 2025, reflecting solid performance in the latter half of 2024 that outperformed expectations. The bank now projects GDP growth of 8.1%, a substantial increase from its earlier estimate of 3.5%, driven by a… Read More

July 22, 2025 @ 5:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Man Group, an alternative investment management firm, announces it has entered into an agreement to acquire Bardin Hill, a US private credit manager with approximately $3.0 billion in assets under management. Based in New York City, Bardin Hill is an “opportunistic and performing credit manager.”… Read More

July 22, 2025 @ 1:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital bank Revolut is making significant strides in its European growth strategy, marked by the establishment of a new Western Europe headquarters in Paris, a major recruitment drive, the appointment of an experienced CEO, and the launch of branded ATMs in Spain. These developments underscore… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 10:09 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Around 60% of sovereign wealth funds based in the Middle East intend to increase their allocations to Chinese assets over the next five years, according to the latest global sovereign asset management study conducted by Invesco. The remaining 40% of respondents from the region plan… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 8:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Since its inception in 2018, SlowMist has emerged as a global enabler of blockchain security, leveraging cybersecurity expertise to protect the digital assets ecosystem. In a recent announcement, SlowMist unveiled its Stablecoin Risk Management and AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism) Compliance Security Framework,… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 6:19 pm By JD Alois  |  

The US House of Representatives has approved legislation that will update the definition of an Accredited Investor, a rule that currently disenfranchises the majority of the population from a booming market. The current definition determines who may participate in certain private securities offerings, mainly Reg… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 5:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The second quarter of 2025 marked a pivotal period for Ethereum, as outlined in The ETH Report by the authors of The DeFi Report. During this period, the ETH price made a sharp recovery to over $3,600, outperforming Bitcoin considerably. Drawing on data from Dune… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 5:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Stablecoin USDT issuer Tether continues to positively impact the web3 and blockchain industry with two significant developments announced recently. The company has expanded access to its gold-backed stablecoin, Tether Gold (XAU₮), by listing it on Mobee, a regulated digital asset exchange in Indonesia, while also… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 5:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent analysis by digital assets investor Anthony Pompliano, it has been noted that a seismic shift in the financial markets is being brought into sharp focus. Retail investors, long dismissed as “dumb money,” are proving their mettle, outmaneuvering traditional Wall Street institutions with… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 5:11 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

On July 18, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act) into law, marking a historic milestone for the cryptocurrency industry. This legislation establishes the first comprehensive federal framework for regulating stablecoins—digital currencies pegged to assets… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 5:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alchemy Pay, a fiat-crypto payment solutions provider, has taken a step forward in its mission to bridge traditional and digital finance with the release of its Alchemy Chain white paper. Announced recently, this document outlines the technical architecture, foundational principles, and strategic direction of Alchemy… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 1:03 pm By JD Alois  |  

Trump Media (Nasdaq, NYSE Texas: DJT) has announced that as of today, it holds $2 billion in Bitcoin and Bitcoin-related securities. The company  did not provide details as to the specific securities. Trump Media announced earlier this year its intent to pursue a Bitcoin treasury strategy and… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 12:29 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee (SBCFAC), meets tomorrow (July 22, 2025) to discuss two key issues impacting capital formation. First, the Committee will review Reg A and explore ways to improve the exemption. Reg A or Reg A+… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 11:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As Bitcoin continues its rise in 2025, recent on-chain data from CryptoQuant provides a glimpse into the forces driving its market behavior. From record-low exchange inflows to surging whale and miner activity, and the pivotal role of institutional investments, the cryptocurrency market is displaying a… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 11:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an era where digital transformation drives economic and technological breakthroughs, the question of where the world’s most qualified web and tech talent will gravitate is becoming critical. A report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) dives into the global competition for highly skilled digital professionals,… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 10:50 am By JD Alois  |  

The UK aims to establish itself as a global cryptocurrency hub. This being said, they will not tolerate bad actors and hooligans. Last week, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced that it had “seized” seven crypto ATMs, while arresting two individuals on allegations of operating… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 10:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU), one of the world’s digital banking platforms reporting over 100 million customers across the LatAm region including Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, continues to enhance digital financial services. The São Paulo-based neobank has recently announced three significant updates that underscore its commitment to empowering… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 8:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

CaixaBank, one of Spain’s retail banks, continues to focus on setting benchmarks in financial services, sustainability, and client-centric services with a series of initiatives announced recently. These developments, ranging from expanding cross-border payment solutions to fostering sustainable energy communities and enhancing asset management, indicates the… Read More