FinTech News
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Astra Fintech Acquires Dexlab to Expand Solana-Based Token InfrastructureAstra Fintech acquires Solana-native Dexlab for $10 million, aiming to strengthen programmable token infrastructure and fintech use cases in Asia.
Monday, July 14th 2025 12:16PM -
Lloyds Eyes Fintech Firm CurveLloyds Banking Group is in talks to acquire fintech firm Curve for up to £120 million, aiming to expand its digital payments infrastructure.
Monday, July 14th 2025 11:59AM -
Bitcoin Enters In-Game PaymentsZBD enables Bitcoin microtransactions in iOS game SaruTobi, introducing Lightning-powered in-app purchases under evolving regulatory conditions.
Sunday, July 13th 2025 12:09PM -
Blockchain Accountability for Finance - The Cardano Foundation Unveils ReeveThe Cardano Foundation unveils Reeve, a blockchain-based platform designed to bring transparency and verifiability to financial reporting systems.
Sunday, July 13th 2025 11:40AM -
The Cost of Access: How Data Is Becoming Fintech’s Most Expensive Asset - FTW Sunday EditorialAs banks and AI providers introduce fees for data access, fintech firms face a new operational reality—where data is no longer free.
Sunday, July 13th 2025 07:02AM -
Cursor Faces Backlash Over Pro Plan Pricing ShiftAnysphere's Cursor is under scrutiny after users report surprise charges from a new Pro plan model, prompting an apology and promised refunds.
Saturday, July 12th 2025 12:29PM -
JPMorgan to Charge Fintechs for Bank Data AccessJPMorgan plans to charge fintechs for access to customer bank data, challenging the core of open banking and reshaping fintech business models.
Saturday, July 12th 2025 12:12PM -
SEC Signals Shift in Crypto ETF PolicyThe SEC’s new crypto ETF disclosure guidelines could speed up altcoin fund approvals, marking a major shift in U.S. digital asset regulation.
Saturday, July 12th 2025 11:10AM -
Huspy Raises $59M to Expand Mortgage Fintech Across Middle East and EuropeDubai-based mortgage fintech Huspy secures $59 million in Series B funding to expand into Saudi Arabia and accelerate growth across Europe.
Wednesday, July 9th 2025 11:13AM -
Revolut Faces Delays in UK Banking License MobilisationRevolut risks missing a key milestone in its UK banking license process, raising concerns over regulatory delays amid global expansion efforts.
Wednesday, July 9th 2025 10:03AM -
CoreWeave Acquires Core Scientific in $9B AI Infrastructure DealCoreWeave will acquire Core Scientific in a $9 billion all-stock deal to boost data center capacity and support the growing demand for AI infrastructure.
Tuesday, July 8th 2025 11:53AM -
Fintech Gains Momentum in Saudi Sukuk MarketTali Ventures invests in Tarmeez Capital to support growth in Sharia-compliant fintech as Saudi Arabia targets a SAR 954B debt market by 2030.
Tuesday, July 8th 2025 11:45AM -
Klar’s $190M Raise Signals Mexico’s Fintech MaturityDigital bank Klar has raised $190 million in a Series C round, bringing its valuation over $800 million and accelerating Mexico’s fintech growth.
Tuesday, July 8th 2025 11:36AM -
Okra’s Collapse Signals Warning for Africa’s Crypto and Fintech AmbitionsThe shutdown of Nigeria-based Okra marks a major moment for Africa’s fintech and crypto future, raising concerns about sustainability, infrastructure, and the path to decentralized finance.
Monday, July 7th 2025 10:37AM -
Two Men Sentenced for £1.5 Million Cryptocurrency Fraud in the UKRaymondip Bedi and Patrick Mavanga have been jailed for orchestrating a £1.5 million cryptocurrency scam that defrauded at least 65 UK investors.
Monday, July 7th 2025 10:11AM -
The New Frontier of Stocks? - FTW Sunday EditorialAs Robinhood, Gemini, Kraken, and others roll out tokenized stocks, we explore what this means for investors, markets, and regulation.
Sunday, July 6th 2025 08:57AM -
Kraken and Bybit Expand Stock Tokenization with xStocks LaunchKraken and Bybit debut over 60 tokenized U.S. stocks via xStocks, enabling 24/5 trading and Solana DeFi integration without traditional market constraints.
Saturday, July 5th 2025 10:02AM -
Robinhood Tokenization Push Redefines Market Hours and Investor AccessRobinhood's tokenization initiative on Arbitrum introduces 24/5 stock trading, reshaping how EU investors engage with U.S. equities through blockchain infrastructure.
Saturday, July 5th 2025 08:43AM -
SEC Signals Support for Stock Tokenization as Robinhood, Kraken, and Gemini Advance OfferingsSEC Chair Paul Atkins says the agency will support stock tokenization, with firms like Robinhood, Kraken, and Gemini expanding into tokenized equities.
Friday, July 4th 2025 12:08PM -
Gemini Launches Tokenized Stock Trading in EU with MicroStrategy SharesGemini introduces tokenized stock trading in the EU, beginning with MicroStrategy shares, through a partnership with Dinari. The initiative aims to bridge crypto and traditional finance with onchain equity access.
Friday, July 4th 2025 11:48AM -
Bengaluru Fintech Hub Steadies India’s Global Standing Amid Funding DipDespite a decline in overall fintech funding in H1 2025, India holds its rank as the third-largest global recipient, driven by Bengaluru’s dominance, early-stage investment strength, and rising M&A activity.
Friday, July 4th 2025 11:28AM -
Fintech Fenergo to Create 300 Jobs in €100M Dublin ExpansionFenergo announces 300 new jobs in Dublin as part of a €100 million RD&I investment, reinforcing its AI-driven strategy for global financial compliance solutions.
Thursday, July 3rd 2025 12:53PM -
Katanox Gains FCA Approval to Expand Payment Services in the UKKatanox receives FCA authorization to operate under PSD2 in the UK, streamlining hospitality payments and addressing reconciliation inefficiencies.
Thursday, July 3rd 2025 12:24PM -
Circle Seeks National Trust Bank StatusCircle files an application to create a national trust bank, a move that would allow it to custody reserves and crypto assets directly.
Wednesday, July 2nd 2025 11:54AM -
Trump’s Tax Overhaul Faces Political and Economic ScrutinyAs the One Big Beautiful Bill moves through Congress, critics question its economic impact and long-term costs for U.S. taxpayers.
Wednesday, July 2nd 2025 10:40AM