BOLTS Technologies founder Yoon Auh discusses IBM’s reported quantum investment. With “quantum” appearing in more headlines, it is useful to ask a more precise question: what part of the quantum stack is actually moving? I generally organize quantum developments into six buckets: Hardware — the… Read More
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KPMG’s latest Ireland’s Innovation Index 2026, produced in partnership with the Industry Research and Development Group (IRDG), reflects a picture / ecosystem of resilient business confidence in Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) amid global uncertainty. Based on responses from a record 587 Irish companies —… Read More
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Nium, a provider of real-time international payment solutions, has formed an alliance with Circle in order to enhance stablecoin capabilities in global transactions. Announced on May 27, 2026, from San Francisco and New York, the collaboration integrates USDC-powered settlements directly with Nium’s extensive payout network,… Read More
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Circle (NYSE:CRCL) has pointed out that money now flows across more networks and borders than ever before. Yet, the systems handling these transfers often fail to communicate effectively. This lack of payment interoperability stands as a significant barrier to efficient global money movement, creating friction… Read More
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A report from NatWest Group uncovers significant differences in how various age groups in Britain approach investing, revealing a notable “investment identity gap.” Younger generations show growing enthusiasm, while older cohorts often feel excluded, and middle-aged adults grapple with persistent doubts despite strong earning potential. According… Read More
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Swedish fintech Anyfin has partnered with Fourthline, a European identity services provider. Announced on May 27, 2026, the collaboration equips Anyfin with advanced tools for seamless and secure customer onboarding, particularly as the company scales its personal loan refinancing services in key markets. Anyfin, founded… Read More
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Equifax has indicated that US consumer debt climbed to an unprecedented $18.19 trillion by March 2026, according to the latest insights from Equifax’s Market Pulse First Quarter U.S. Consumer Credit Trends report. This figure marks a 2.8% increase from the previous year, highlighting sustained borrowing… Read More
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NatWest has entered into a partnership with Cleareye.ai, a provider of artificial intelligence tools tailored for trade finance, to overhaul its trade processing systems and significantly bolster its defenses against financial crime. This collaboration signals a major push toward digital transformation in an industry still… Read More
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Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) and Kalshi have been approved to offer perpetual crypto futures trading. In a series of updates, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that “certain crypto asset perpetuals” will be allowed via a no-action letter. Coinbase Financial Markets (CFM), a subsidiary of Coinbase,… Read More
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TreviPay’s The Evolution of the B2B Buyer shows how technologies like AI have changed customer expectations around payments, automation and customer service. Today, 73% of buyers use AI. The top three areas are automating routine tasks and invoice processing, detecting fraud and mitigating risk, and… Read More
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A research study by FTSE Russell highlights the accelerating shift of private markets into mainstream portfolios among wealthy US based investors. The 2026 U.S. Wealth Pulse Survey underscores how younger generations, particularly Millennials, are driving this trend with their appetite for higher-risk, longer-term opportunities. While… Read More
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Investment platform Gemini (NASDAQ:GEMI) has rolled out a new feature designed to help users stay ahead of digital assets market shifts rather than passively responding to them. The cryptocurrency exchange has introduced Command Center—an innovative intelligence hub that harnesses advanced AI capabilities from SpaceXAI to enhance… Read More
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Anchorage Digital has officially issued fUSD, a US dollar payment stablecoin developed in partnership with Falcon Finance. The stablecoin went live recently this month, representing a significant expansion in regulated digital asset offerings tailored specifically for institutional participants in trading, collateral management, and treasury operations…. Read More
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Cboe Global Markets has secured approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to introduce extended trading sessions for a carefully chosen group of multi-listed single-stock options. This development represents a notable expansion in options market accessibility, set to begin on July 13, 2026, following… Read More
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On May 28, 2026, Consensys submitted a formal comment to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) regarding proposed updates to anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program rules for US financial institutions. This submission highlights the importance of these changes for the… Read More
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Fintech Plaid has noted that financial institutions in the UK and broader European markets are grappling with outdated credit assessment tools that fail to reflect modern earning patterns. With the rise of gig economy work, freelance opportunities, and diverse income sources, many creditworthy individuals struggle… Read More
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Grayscale Investments, a digital asset management firm, has decided to temporarily suspend its ongoing plans for making its public debut. The company, recognized for managing large-scale cryptocurrency investment vehicles such as its Bitcoin Trust ETF, had taken initial confidential steps with regulators toward the end… Read More
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Business sentiment across the UK demonstrated a cautious improvement in May, according to the Lloyds Business Barometer. Overall confidence rose by three points to 47%, marking a tentative stabilization following April’s dip. While still below the 12-month average of 48%, the figure remains well above… Read More
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PitchBook has indicated in a research report that North American venture capital assets under management (AUM) are projected to expand from approximately $1.5 trillion at the end of 2025 to $2 trillion by 2030, representing a 30% increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR)… Read More
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AI adoption is surging in 2026 but Fintech platforms like Klarna (NYSE:KLAR) have been known to make short-sighted business decisions. In the past year, many Fintechs including BNPL provider Klarna made the hasty decision to cut many of its staff members, while citing AI advancements… Read More
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