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Stay informed with breaking fintech news covering digital payments, blockchain, neobanking, artificial intelligence in finance, and regulatory developments. Updated daily by our editorial team.
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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.
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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 th...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 infras...
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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.
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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 cr...
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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-s...
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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 so...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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California Clears Legal Path for Crypto Payments to GovernmentCalifornia’s AB 1052 enables state and local agencies to accept cryptocurrency payments, marking a cautious advance in digital asset regulation.
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EU AI Act Faces Backlash from Startup Leaders Demanding Implementation PauseDozens of Europe's top startups and VCs urge the EU to pause AI Act implementation, warning it risks crushing innovation.
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Pine Labs Files for $1 Billion IPO Amid Shifting Indian MarketIndian fintech Pine Labs has filed for a $1B IPO, seeking a $6B valuation as it plans overseas expansion and technology investment.
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Tapi Acquires Arcus Mexico Operations from Mastercard in Strategic Latin America PushArgentine fintech Tapi acquires Mastercard’s Arcus operations in Mexico, expanding its infrastructure to support hybrid payments in Latin America.
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Fintech Expands: Xero's $3 Billion Move to Transform U.S. MarketXero's $3B acquisition of U.S.-Israeli payments firm Melio marks a major fintech expansion, doubling down on U.S. growth.
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The Licence Is the Strategy: Why Fintech Expansion in 2025 Begins With Permission, Not Disruption - FTW Sunday EditorialIn 2025, fintech expansion is no longer about speed or scale — it’s about regulatory alignment. Discover why obtaining a licence is no longer a formality but...
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Ionic Digital Reports Preliminary Financials for 2024: A Transition Year for the Post-Celsius Mining OperationIonic Digital has released its preliminary financial results for 2024, showing $138.4 million in mining revenue and a zero-debt position. The company now hol...
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Revolut Moves to Enter Argentina’s Banking Sector with Planned Acquisition of Banco CetelemRevolut plans to acquire Argentina’s Banco Cetelem, marking its first major step into South America. The deal could grant the fintech a banking licence as it...
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New Survey Shows Enterprise AI Adoption Gains Ground, but Scaling Remains a Key ChallengeA new report from DataIQ and Blend highlights growing enterprise AI adoption, with rising use cases and strategic interest—yet training, governance, and inte...
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Crypto Card Spending Suggests a Shift Toward Cashless Payments in EuropeNew data shows crypto card users in Europe making smaller, essential purchases online—mirroring trends that may soon shape broader consumer payment behavior.
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Upexi to Tokenize Public Shares on Blockchain via Opening Bell PlatformUpexi plans to tokenize its SEC-registered shares using Superstate’s Opening Bell platform, exploring blockchain infrastructure for public equity on Solana.