June 24, 2025 @ 3:58 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global asset management industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by structural shifts and technological advancements. Two recent reports from Citi provide critical insights into these changes. These updates, based on research and industry expertise, outline the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 2:31 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, American consumers plan to buy more gift cards this year, strategically using them to manage budgets, find deals, and control spending, according to new research from branded payments provider Blackhawk Network. The research provides actionable insights specifically for retailers, restaurants, and brands. It highlights… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 12:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has taken a step forward in the web3 and cryptocurrency sector with its recent approval for a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license in Luxembourg. This authorization allows the U.S.-based exchange to expand its crypto services across all 27 European Union countries, marking a… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 11:39 am By JD Alois  |  

British Business Bank says it will dedicate £6.6 billion to support innovative, early stagefirms. The Secretary of State for the Department for Business and Trade said the funds were being committed by the British Business Bank to “boost growth, marking a major step change in… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 11:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Akur8, the insurance pricing and reserving solution powered by transparent machine learning, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dino Draghi as Head of Brazil, doubling down on its strategic commitment to the country. Based in São Paulo, Dino will lead Akur8’s local operations, “with… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 10:54 am By JD Alois  |  

Bitcoin bull Anthony Pompliano says ProCap BTC, LLC has purchased 3,724 Bitcoin at an average price of $103,785 per BTC, a day after the SPAC deal announcement of the combination with Columbus Circle Capital Corp. I (NASDAQ: CCCM) to take the company public as ProCap… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 10:08 am By JD Alois  |  

Digital Bank Zopa says its mission is to become the “home of money,” and it has added a new service called “Biscuit.” Biscuit is a current account that claims a superlative digital experience along with high interest rates paid to users. The new current account… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 9:48 am By JD Alois  |  

Payments software firm RS2 says it will collaborate with Visa to offer an end-to-end acceptance infrastructure. According to a statement distributed by RS2, the partnership will combine Visa’s front service with RS2’s back-end platform. The goal is to enable merchants, banks, Fintechs, etc., to tap… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 9:39 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

With the Federal Reserve now openly warning of stagflation, Bitcoin is rapidly emerging as a preferred option for investors seeking insulation from mounting economic stress, says deVere Group CEO Nigel Green. The expected rise in US consumer prices, coupled with weakening labor and investment data,… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

N26, Europe’s digital bank, along with the ifo Institute and the Technical University of Munich released a joint research report that uses granular data for the first time to examine how the cost-of-living crisis has affected the financial standing of consumers in Germany. For this… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:38 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Amrize Ltd (AMRZ) made its trading debut on SIX Swiss Exchange, following its successful 100% spin-off from Holcim as an independent, publicly traded North American market leader in building solutions. At an opening price of CHF 46.00 per share, “the resulting market capitalization of Amrize… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:37 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR) and the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) Joint Unit for Insurance, Banking, and Retail Investment published its 2024 Annual Report, shedding light on the evolving landscape of financial regulation in France. Simultaneously, the AMF released research… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The digital asset ecosystem continues to evolve, driven by technological advancements and shifting regulatory frameworks. Recent updates from the IRS and insights from Taxbit and other industry professionals highlight significant developments in digital asset broker reporting and the growing potential of Bitcoin as a global… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Pacaso, the tech-enabled marketplace for co-owned luxury vacation homes, is redefining second-home ownership with its innovative approach. Founded in 2020 by former Zillow executives Austin Allison and Spencer Rascoff, the company has made significant strides in 2025, expanding its European presence, reserving a Nasdaq ticker… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Circle (NASDAQ:COIN), the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), continues to reshape the global financial ecosystem through its innovative stablecoin infrastructure. Three recent developments—the launch of the Circle Payments Network (CPN), the introduction of Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) V2 on Solana, and the U.S. Senate’s passage… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 5:00 am By Michael Wong  |  

The Investors Exchange LLC (IEX) has amended its Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) compliance rule to reflect a five-year extension granted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) related to timestamp granularity requirements. The rule change, filed with the SEC on June 17, updates IEX… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 3:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

For anyone thinking of going freelance or launching their own small business, new research from Europe’s second-largest neobank, bunq, reveals that Ireland is one of the most affordable countries in Europe to get started. Among the top 10 EU economies analyzed, Ireland stands out “as… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 2:48 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Web3 discussed federal regulations both in America and across the pond. Read more on MiCA and the GENIUS Act. Tokenization’s watershed moment “The GENIUS Act represents a watershed moment for RWA tokenization. While focused on stablecoins, this regulatory clarity creates the foundation for broader digital… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 2:08 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The European Central Bank (ECB) has recently announced two significant developments that underscore its commitment to enhancing financial stability and efficiency across the euro area. On June 23, 2025, the ECB published its consolidated banking data for end-December 2024, providing a comprehensive overview of the… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 2:00 am By JD Alois  |  

Deutsche Bank and Silverflow are partnering on payments to create a new payments platform for Europe. Silverflow states that its API and cloud-based platform enables card acquiring and individual BIN setups. As for Deutsche Bank, it acts as the acquirer, plus optional PSP & cash… Read More