May 1, 2024 @ 6:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Users of the Uniswap mobile app can now buy crypto with a debit card, via bank transfer, or directly from their Robinhood balance using Robinhood Connect (available only for users in the United States). To mark this launch, Robinhood is reportedly “giving $10 of USDC… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 5:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Binance Labs, the venture capital and incubation arm of Binance has invested in MilkyWay, a liquid staking protocol for Celestia’s modular blockchain ecosystem. MilkyWay aims to be the leading provider of modular liquidity “for rollups that rely on Celestia for Data Availability by unlocking TIA… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 4:05 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission, Office of the Advocate for  Small Business Capital Formation, has posted a report on minotry and women activity in the Reg CF securities crowdfunding sector. Reg CF is one of the exemptions that enables online capital formation as well as… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 3:46 pm By JD Alois  |  

The US Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to hold rates steady today. While no one was expecting a move in either direction, markets were keenly watching the FOMC statement to determine the Fed’s thinking regarding future rate adjustments. The target range for the… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 3:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Sumsub announced that it has teamed up with Onda Più, an energy services company based in Sicily. Together, the two companies are supporting digital user onboarding and fraud prevention for Italian electricity and natural gas services. This collaboration will help Onda Più ensure smooth verification… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 3:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the release of its latest technology pulse poll, which examines the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the future of work — from integration to talent and culture. The poll, which was conducted in March 2024 and “surveyed… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 3:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

OKX‘s investment arm OKX Ventures has recently announced a research and education collaboration with Stanford’s Future of Digital Currency Initiative (FDCI), aiming to promote blockchain innovation and sustainability. As part of the Stanford School of Engineering’s Department of Computer Science, FDCI is an industrial affiliates… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 11:21 am By JD Alois  |  

tZERO is a recognized trailblazer when it comes to digital securities. An early adopter of the concept of tokenization and digital assets, today, tZERO is a regulated Broker Dealer and an SEC-approved alternative trading system (ATS). Utilizing blockchain technology, tZERO enables both digital securities and… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 10:15 am By JD Alois  |  

Anchorage Digital Bank will be providing a custody solution for Arca Labs regarding digital securities or tokenized T-Bills. Arca launched a digitized US Treasury fund and is the first firm to be registered under the 40 Act to issue tokenized T-bills, which are called “ArCoin.”… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 10:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) introduces new capabilities and benefits for Engage and Fintech Express, making it easier for fintech partners to bring new solutions to market Mastercard is enhancing the Engage program and Fintech Express platform, “making it even easier for fintechs and enablers to partner… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 10:00 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Baselayer, a B2B platform utilizing proprietary Graph AI technology to fight fraud and optimize business onboarding, today emerged from stealth with a $6.5 million seed round and an experienced team of compliance and machine learning experts. The company has secured more than 20 customers, including… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 8:04 am By Omar Faridi  |  

OakNorth, which says it is the digital bank for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs, has completed a £1.3m loan to Caissa Holdings, in support of its first commercial property acquisition in Scotland. The time-critical deal was completed within a month, “highlighting OakNorth’s execution and delivery capability.” Caissa… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 8:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), through its Financial Supervisors Academy (FSA), recently carried out a session focused on “The Future of Securities Supervision: A 2035 Outlook.” Chaired by MFSA Chief Officer Supervision, Christopher P. Buttigieg, the discussion brought together figures from European Union regulatory… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 8:00 am By JD Alois  |  

Community Round Ventures says it will create a “naughty list” for firms that raised money using Reg CF (Regulation Crowdfunding) that have not filed their mandated Form C-AR [Annual Report]. Form C-AR is mandated for issuers that use the Reg CF securities exemption. The annual… Read More

May 1, 2024 @ 7:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Monument Bank is pleased to announce a significant milestone in their journey of growth. After reaching £1 billion in deposits on 3rd January this year, they have now reportedly “crossed the £2 billion mark in client deposits this morning, doubling their balances in less than… Read More

April 30, 2024 @ 11:50 pm By JD Alois  |  

Specialty lender Capify has received a $125 million credit facility from Pollen Street Capital. Capify is an online lender that offers financing solutions to SMEs seeking working capital. Originally started in the US, the company also serves the SME market in the UK and Australia…. Read More

April 30, 2024 @ 8:16 pm By JD Alois  |  

LendingClub (NYSE:LC) reported Q1 earnings today, surpassing analyst expectations. According to the digital bank, net revenue during the quarter was $180.7 million, compared to $185.6 million in the prior quarter. While this was higher than Q4, it was far below Q1 of 2023 when the… Read More

April 30, 2024 @ 7:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Gig workers in Malaysia constitute over a quarter of the country’s workforce, with nearly two million of them being women, accounting for 46% of all gig workers. Acknowledging the gig workers’ contributions this Labor Day, PolicyStreet is partnering with Kiddocare, a Khazanah-backed on-demand care services… Read More

April 30, 2024 @ 7:36 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Formal verification is a process that mathematically proves the correctness of a system, ensuring it “behaves exactly as intended under all defined conditions.” the CertiK team notes in a blog post. CertiK explains that given the complexity and the high-stakes nature of blockchain technology, where… Read More

April 30, 2024 @ 7:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb recently stated that the nation’s government is looking into integrating digital currency transactions within the Asian country’s financial ecosystem. While addressing attendees at the World Economic Forum (WEF) special meeting held in in Riyadh, Minister Aurangzeb commented on Pakistan‘s efforts… Read More