June 17, 2026 @ 8:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A new Xero study highlights a significant gap in the United Kingdom’s approach to nurturing its next wave of business founders. While many young people dream of launching their own ventures, insufficient financial knowledge and resources are holding them back, creating a sense of exclusion… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 8:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

On June 15, 2026, the European Union rolled out a new wave of restrictive measures aimed at curbing Russia’s ongoing military campaign in Ukraine. Blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs highlighted how these actions target key pillars supporting Moscow’s efforts, including its defense industry, energy exports,… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 8:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Economists at KPMG UK have interpreted the most recent inflation release as reinforcing the need for a measured response from the Bank of England. Despite a rebound in services inflation, industry professionals attribute the movement primarily to temporary fluctuations rather than broad-based domestic cost increases…. Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 7:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, has broken through the $64,000 level once again, reflecting renewed confidence in the market tied to positive signals from international diplomacy. The move upward occurred as Pakistan’s leadership shared encouraging news about advancing negotiations aimed at resolving tensions involving Iran. The… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 6:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent study by uBank reveals a significant shift in how Australians aged 18 to 35 perceive financial progress. Traditional markers like home ownership or large investments are taking a backseat to consistent daily money management practices that deliver immediate progress and personal satisfaction. The… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 5:27 am By Michael Wong  |  

Moroccan proptech startup Agenz has raised $5 million in funding from Breega, Attijariwafa Ventures and Saviu Ventures, as it seeks to expand its real estate data and transaction platform. Founded in 2021 by brothers Malik and Badr Belkeziz, Agenz provides valuation tools, market data, digital… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 2:59 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Copper and FalconX have announced a collaboration to roll out ClearLoop Loans. This new offering integrates FalconX’s robust institutional lending platform with Copper’s established ClearLoop network, creating a unified solution that delivers flexible financing directly within a secure, efficient settlement environment. ClearLoop has stood out… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 2:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent analysis from Coinbase’s (NASDAQ:COIN) independent Quantum Advisory Council underscores growing concerns over the long-term security of Bitcoin holdings as quantum computing technology advances. The report draws attention to the substantial portion of the Bitcoin supply—potentially up to 7 million BTC—that could become vulnerable… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 1:58 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Chainalysis has noted that Ghanaian and British law enforcement agencies have recovered approximately $15.1 million in cryptocurrency linked to a sophisticated investment scam. This case highlights the growing effectiveness of blockchain analytics in tracing and reclaiming assets from transnational fraud operations. According to insights from… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 1:20 am By Michael Wong  |  

The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation (HKMC) has raised about HK$12 billion ($1.5 billion) through its inaugural digital bond issuance, marking the world’s largest digital bond sale to date and another step in Hong Kong’s efforts to establish itself as a global hub for tokenised finance…. Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 1:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockworks has reportedly acquired Messari, one of the sector’s prominent data and research providers. This strategic transaction aligns with Blockworks’ broader strategy to create a robust, unified layer of on-chain market intelligence, addressing fragmentation in the evolving digital asset ecosystem. The deal follows Blockworks’ recent… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 12:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bank of Ireland has reportedly unveiled the country’s so-called dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) Marketplace, a digital platform developed in collaboration with Nevo, Ireland’s EV-focused platform. Launched on 11 June 2026, this innovative tool is set to simplify and accelerate the transition to electric motoring for… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 11:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

mBridge, a China-supported initiative aimed at transforming international financial transactions is poised to enter its commercial phase. The project, centered on a blockchain-enabled platform for settling payments across borders using digital currencies issued by central banks, promises faster, cheaper, and more direct exchanges that could… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 5:38 pm By JD Alois  |  

Regulation CF, or Reg CF, is the smallest of the securities crowdfunding exemptions, as issuers may raise up to $5 million. Still, the exemption has helped build an industry in which smaller firms can access capital through a regulated securities offering open to anyone, not just Accredited Investors…. Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 4:40 pm By JD Alois  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) , the everything exchange, revealed a series of new features and updates today during a “System Update” presentation that holds a bit of Apple showmanship. The event was opened by Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, who declared the US is in the midst of a golden… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 3:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Talos has noted that Hyperliquid has emerged as a significant player in decentralized trading, claiming over $10 billion in open interest for perpetual futures contracts. According to insights from Talos, the platform is expanding rapidly into equities, commodities, pre-IPO assets, and innovative outcome-based markets, while… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 12:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent analysis forecasts contrasting trajectories for European private equity and venture capital assets under management (AUM) over the coming five years. Drawing on drawdown fund data and established forecasting methods, the research team’s report at PitchBook highlights how recent market dynamics will shape the… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 10:39 am By JD Alois  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN)  has announced “true” tokenized stocks as part of a “System Update,” which includes a series of announcements. Tokenization, or digital securities, can reference various real-world assets as outlined by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Some platforms “wrap” shares and describe them as tokenized…. Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 10:16 am By JD Alois  |  

Perpetual futures, or Perps, have arrived in the US with the first regulated Perp issue by Kalshi, referencing Bitcoin. Expect more to follow BTCPERP was approved last month by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). While some marketplaces offered a perpetual-like product, and they have… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 9:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

GoCardless has been named the integrated payment solution for Intelligent Billing. This partnership creates a fully automated end-to-end billing-to-cash process, helping companies handle complex recurring revenue models more efficiently. The collaboration integrates GoCardless’s bank payment capabilities— including Direct Debit and open banking—directly into the Intelligent… Read More