July 21, 2025 @ 8:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant step toward broadening its footprint in the real estate financing sector, CapitalRise, an online platform for prime property lending and investing, has entered the fully-commercial property space with a £4 million bridging loan. This deal, announced recently, supports the acquisition of a… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 8:06 am By JD Alois  |  

Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services have emerged as a popular method for consumers to access credit. Typically offered at the point of sale, BNPL providers can offer immediate credit, frequently at a lower interest rate than traditional credit cards. While providing a good service… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 7:53 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency industry experienced a notable shift in Q2 2025, as outlined in Messari’s State of Crypto Fundraising: Q2 2025 report. Total capital raised through venture funding declined by 20% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to $4.99 billion, marking the third consecutive quarterly drop and the lowest deal… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 7:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Europe’s economic landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by substantial fiscal stimulus that promises to reshape the region’s equity markets. This according to an update from Citigroup (NYSE:C). According to a recent Citi Research report titled European Equity Strategy: European Fiscal Stimulus Revisited, led… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 12:44 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Fintech industry is navigating a competitive environment marked by renewed investor enthusiasm, regulatory tensions, and a shift in focus toward artificial intelligence. Recent developments highlight both the resilience of the sector and the hurdles it faces, as traditional financial firms like JPMorgan Chase flex… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 10:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Partners Group’s latest European direct lending program has reportedly reached over EUR 1 billion at first close in June 2025. The Program comprises commitments to “a traditional closed-end fund and mandates that will allocate to the same strategy.” Partners Group is reportedly “one of the… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 9:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency and web3 ecosystem has been marked by challenges and transformative regulatory developments this year, as outlined in recent Chainalysis reports. From record-breaking thefts to landmark U.S. legislation and a high-profile case of insider misconduct, the year underscores the significant impact / role of… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 8:23 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

The Web3 community had plenty to say on all things crypto this week. Continue reading to learn more. APAC, not the US, is crypto’s growth engine “Bitcoin’s price surge is more than just a market cycle—it’s a clear signal of growing institutional conviction. This institutional… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 8:19 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a step toward deepening its presence in Singapore, digital assets platform OKX has announced key developments that reaffirm its commitment to the Southeast Asia region. The appointment of Gracie Lin as CEO of OKX Singapore, coupled with the acquisition of a full Major Payments… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 8:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Fidelity Investments announced the final close of Fidelity Credit Opportunities Fund II LP at appr. $729 million, surpassing its target fundraise of over $500 million of committed capital and “more than doubling the 2020 fundraise of the first vintage.” Fund II held its final closing… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 6:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bullish, a digital asset exchange backed by billionaire investor Peter Thiel, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The company, set to trade on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol “BLSH,” is… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 5:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

On July 14, 2025, the U.S. banking landscape took a significant step toward embracing the digital assets and blockchain ecosystem. Blockdaemon has shared key insights following the announcement. As covered, the Federal Reserve, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the Office of the Comptroller… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 5:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alkhabeer Capital, an asset manager specializing in financial services and brokerage services, has recently signed a partnership agreement with Fasanara Capital, a global asset manager specializing in tech-enabled credit solutions, during an event held in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) under the theme “Fintech-Originated Private Credit –… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 5:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Visa (NYSE:V) and Mastercard (NYSE: MA) are once again under legal scrutiny, facing a fresh multi-billion-pound class action lawsuit. The case, lodged in the UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal, accuses the two companies of imposing excessive interchange fees, which are alleged to violate competition laws. This… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 5:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has recently announced significant updates that underscore its role in financial markets, investment accessibility, and economic analysis. From marking 30 years of transforming the investment landscape with CommSec to collaborating on a digital currency project with the Reserve Bank… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 5:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The fintech sector is undergoing a significant shift, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), as outlined in PitchBook’s Q3 2025 Analyst Note, “Fintech’s AI Premium.” This report from PitchBook examines how AI is reshaping deal activity, valuations, and investment trends across the U.S…. Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 4:31 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Kuwait’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has launched the country’s first securities-based crowdfunding platform, a move aimed at expanding capital market participation and introducing new financial technologies. The CMA said in a statement that Al-Mawazi Capital is the first entity to be registered under its securities-based… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 4:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets exchange Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has rebranded its Coinbase Wallet as the Base App. Unveiled recently at the company’s “A New Day One” event in Los Angeles, this transformation marks a shift, positioning the Base App as a “superapp” that integrates trading, payments, messaging, and… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 4:12 pm By Michael Wong  |  

The Riverside Company, a US-based global investment firm focused on lower middle market investments, has announced the final close of its Riverside Value Fund II (RVF II), reaching its hard cap of $750 million. The fund was significantly oversubscribed and closed at more than twice… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 4:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coller Capital, one of the largest private market secondaries managers, announced the U.S. launch of CollerCredit, a fund providing high-net-worth investors access to the private credit secondaries market. Private credit secondaries is described as “a distinct asset class within the broader multi-trillion-dollar private credit market.”… Read More