Tagged: investing

April 6, 2026 @ 11:35 am By JD Alois  |  

A significant 65% of investors are said to be using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to aid them in the decision making process, according to a recent survey. The poll queried 938 US investors to determine the degree of usage of AI investing tools. Conducted by investing.com,… Read More

March 25, 2026 @ 4:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD) continues to blur the lines between investing apps and full-scale banking platforms. The company has rolled out several features recently, including its premium Gold Card and expanded banking options that promise attractive returns on everyday cash holdings. These moves signal a… Read More

March 25, 2026 @ 12:14 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A study released by the World Economic Forum has pinpointed more than 50 investment-ready prospects that promise strong financial gains while advancing environmentally restorative business models. Developed in partnership with Oliver Wyman as part of the Nature Positive Transitions initiative, the research report 50 Investible… Read More

March 19, 2026 @ 5:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alpaca, a provider of brokerage infrastructure APIs, has rolled out two significant upgrades designed to elevate the experience for developers, fintech partners, and investors worldwide. Announced on March 18, 2026, these enhancements underscore the company’s focus on delivering institutional-grade tools that simplify operations and boost… Read More

March 19, 2026 @ 1:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Regtech firm Prove has pointed out that digital investing and banking apps constantly wrestle with a tough balancing act: speeding up customer sign-ups without opening the door to fraud or falling short on regulatory demands. Regtech Prove explained that traditional identity tools often push companies… Read More

March 17, 2026 @ 9:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Investment platform Kraken has rolled out new capabilities on its advanced Pro platform, delivering fresh avenues for portfolio diversification, hedging, and income generation. Announced recently this month, these features merge conventional market exposure with crypto-native tools, catering to experienced traders who demand multi-asset functionality in… Read More

March 12, 2026 @ 7:06 am By Omar Faridi  |  

France’s financial regulator, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF), has released a detailed examination of who trades French equities and how their roles have evolved over the past five years. Covering 2019 through 2024, the review draws on the regulator’s ongoing market-monitoring work to map… Read More

March 11, 2026 @ 8:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Trii, one of Latin America’s investment platforms, officially rolled out US stock trading for customers in Chile. The new feature, built on Alpaca’s powerful brokerage infrastructure, gives retail investors a simple mobile way to buy and sell American equities, ETFs, and related assets directly from… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 12:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Musaffa, a fintech company specializing in Shariah-compliant research and Islamic financial education, has introduced its Global Halal Investment Platform targeted at the US markets. This new initiative opens doors for more than 600,000 Muslim investors spanning over 200 countries, offering seamless entry into American capital… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 7:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In recent years, the landscape of personal investing has undergone a significant transformation, particularly among Americans with limited financial resources. Asset management giant BlackRock (NYSE:BLK), through a comprehensive study in collaboration with the JPMorgan Chase Institute, has shed light on this shift. Analyzing billions of anonymized… Read More

February 22, 2026 @ 2:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In Latin America, where traditional finance often leaves millions behind, only 2-3% of the population participates in stock markets. High entry barriers, steep minimum investments, and rigid trading schedules have long kept global equities out of reach for everyday citizens facing economic uncertainty. Recently, Bitso,… Read More

February 18, 2026 @ 7:36 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken continues to strengthen its position in the digital asset market with four significant announcements this week, blending cutting-edge technology, community support, user incentives, and robust regulatory practices. These developments underscore the platform’s focus on accessibility, innovation, and long-term value for both retail… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 8:39 am By Omar Faridi  |  

European investment platform PeerBerry is reporting steady performance amid a fast-growing financial ecosystem. Investors on the platform channeled nearly EUR 28 million into various loans, marking a modest uptick from December’s figures. According to the update from PeerBerry, this activity not only fueled ongoing operations… Read More

January 28, 2026 @ 7:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In an effort to democratize retirement investing in alternative assets, Alto IRA has unveiled significant advancements that underscore its commitment to bridging the gap between individual savers and private markets. As a self-directed IRA custodian managing nearly $2 billion in assets for over 30,000 investors… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 3:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Aberdeen has urged the UK government to boost the annual contribution limit for Junior Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs) to £9,000, aligning it with the current Junior ISA threshold. This move, they argue, would help bridge a significant savings divide that has widened over the past… Read More

January 27, 2026 @ 1:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Estateguru, a pan-European real estate crowdfunding platform, continues to make progress in 2026 with key updates focused on the Baltic markets. As a crowdfunding focused platform, it connects investors with property developers, offering opportunities for diversified investments secured by mortgages. Recent announcements from Estateguru highlight… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 10:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Betterment has joined forces with fintech firm Capitalize. This collaboration introduces advanced technology to make transferring old employer-sponsored retirement accounts easier and more efficient for investors. The partnership centers on embedding Capitalize’s Rollover API directly into Betterment’s user-friendly platform. This integration enables customers to effortlessly… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 8:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Inyova SICAV has officially become a new issuer of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on the SIX Swiss Exchange. This move marks the debut of Inyova‘s inaugural ETF, expanding opportunities for investors focused on impact-driven strategies. Launched recently this month, the Inyova Impact Investing Active Equity Fund… Read More

January 22, 2026 @ 11:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PT Valbury Asia Futures, an Indonesian brokerage, has rolled out trading in U.S. stocks through a strategic alliance with Alpaca, a provider of brokerage technology. This development, announced earlier this week, aims to bridge the gap for local investors seeking exposure to one of the… Read More

January 15, 2026 @ 11:13 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

  YouHodler market analyst Tony Severino recently shared several predictions for BTC, Ethereum, and where the crypto markets could head throughout 2026. Based on numbers and charts, do you have any thoughts on the changes in the crypto market’s structure over the past 12 months,… Read More