FinTech News
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Mongolia’s LendMN Secures $20 Million to Scale Digital MSME FinancingMongolia's LendMN raises $20M from Lendable to expand digital lending for MSMEs. The largest fintech deal in the country reflects rising investor confidence in frontier market innovation.
Friday, April 25th 2025 08:23PM -
Revolut Hits $1.5B Profit Ahead of UK Bank LaunchRevolut reported a record $1.5B profit for 2024 as it prepares to launch its full UK banking operations, opening the door to new lending services.
Friday, April 25th 2025 06:30AM -
Institutional Bitcoin Demand Rises as Retail Activity SlowsCoinbase Institutional reports increased Bitcoin buying by sovereign wealth funds in April 2025, while retail activity declines.
Thursday, April 24th 2025 10:37AM -
Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Reports $40 Billion Q1 Loss on Tech Sector WeaknessNorway’s $1.7 trillion wealth fund posted a $39.7B Q1 2025 loss, mainly due to weakness in tech stocks, following a record profit in 2024.
Thursday, April 24th 2025 10:05AM -
Cantor Fitzgerald, Tether, and SoftBank Reportedly Back $3B Bitcoin VehicleCantor Fitzgerald, Tether, and SoftBank are reportedly backing a $3B bitcoin acquisition initiative, led by Cantor’s SPAC and tied to renewed crypto sentiment under Trump.
Thursday, April 24th 2025 09:46AM -
OpenAI Signals Interest in Acquiring Chrome if Google Is Forced to DivestAmid antitrust pressure on Google, OpenAI expresses interest in acquiring Chrome, raising questions about the future of browser dominance and AI integration.
Wednesday, April 23rd 2025 08:19PM -
Wall Street Surges as Trump Eases Stance on Trade and FedU.S. and global stock markets rally as President Trump softens his stance on trade and the Federal Reserve, easing investor concerns and boosting major indexes.
Wednesday, April 23rd 2025 08:00PM -
Astra Fintech Commits $100M to Support Solana Expansion in AsiaAstra Fintech invests $100 million to accelerate Solana’s expansion across Asia, aiming to strengthen Web3 infrastructure and developer ecosystems amid rising regional adoption.
Tuesday, April 22nd 2025 05:27PM -
5 Things to Consider When Choosing a New Employee Communication SoftwareCommunication is one of the most essential aspects of an organization's smooth running. It ensures productivity and employee well-being and fosters a positive work culture. Luckily, there are systems that you can integrate to ensure better communication.
Tuesday, April 22nd 2025 03:08PM -
Fiserv Expands Its Fintech Footprint with New Hub and Strategic Digital MovesFiserv announces a new fintech hub in Kansas, expands its AppMarket, and prepares for Q1 2025 earnings, signaling a broader digital strategy.
Tuesday, April 22nd 2025 12:18PM -
Ant Group Launches Cross-Border Trade Operations in GuangzhouAnt Group opens cross-border trade centers in Guangzhou to boost digital commerce and payments across the Greater Bay Area.
Monday, April 21st 2025 07:33PM -
Investing.com Launches AI Tool WarrenAI to Support Retail InvestorsInvesting.com launches WarrenAI, an AI-based financial assistant for retail investors, offering real-time analysis and access to market data.
Monday, April 21st 2025 01:24PM -
RegTech is Becoming FinTech's Best Ally - FTW Sunday EditorialRegTech is no longer just a compliance tool—it's becoming one of fintech’s sharpest strategic levers. Here's why it matters in 2025.
Sunday, April 20th 2025 05:00AM -
New York Attorney General Targets Earned Wage Access (EWA) Providers for Alleged Illegal LendingThe New York Attorney General files lawsuits against two EWA providers, sparking a broader debate about regulatory oversight and consumer protection in fintech.
Tuesday, April 15th 2025 07:24PM -
Nu Holdings Strengthens Fintech Leadership in Latin AmericaNu Holdings, the parent company of Nubank, continues to reshape Latin American finance with accessible, tech-driven banking services amid regional growth and regulatory complexity.
Tuesday, April 15th 2025 05:24PM -
Brazilian Fintech Meliuz Proposes Expansion of Bitcoin Reserves Amid Crypto Market ShiftsMeliuz plans to expand its bitcoin holdings, positioning itself as a fintech innovator in Brazil amid evolving crypto regulation and rising digital asset adoption.
Tuesday, April 15th 2025 05:00PM -
Tapcheck Raises $225 Million to Scale Real-Time Pay Platform Across U.S.Tapcheck secures $225M to expand its earned wage access platform, supporting product growth, partnerships, and financial wellness tools for U.S. employees.
Tuesday, April 15th 2025 04:27PM -
Fintech Infrastructure Startup Solid Files for Bankruptcy After Raising $81 MillionDespite raising $81 million, fintech platform Solid has filed for bankruptcy. The collapse underscores key lessons about scalability, execution, and risk in financial infrastructure.
Thursday, April 10th 2025 09:06PM -
Fintech Stocks Retreat as Tariff Pause Optimism Wears OffInitial enthusiasm over a U.S. tariff pause fades, sending fintech stocks like Affirm and PayPal lower as investor caution returns. Sector remains sensitive to trade volatility.
Thursday, April 10th 2025 08:46PM -
Alinea Invest Secures $10.4 Million to Empower Gen Z Investors Through FintechFintech startup Alinea Invest raises $10.4M in Series A funding to expand its investment platform tailored to Generation Z, focusing on education, access, and community.
Thursday, April 10th 2025 08:29PM -
Markets Surge as U.S. Suspends Tariffs for Over 75 Countries, While China Faces Increased Trade PenaltiesThe U.S. announces a 90-day pause on tariffs for key trade partners, sparking a stock market rally. China, however, faces higher duties as tensions deepen.
Thursday, April 10th 2025 04:10PM -
Fintech Funding Shows Strength as Haball and Pennylane Secure Major Rounds Despite Market UncertaintyDespite global volatility and market pressure following Trump’s new tariffs, fintech funding continues with Haball raising $52 million and Pennylane doubling its valuation to $2.2 billion.
Tuesday, April 8th 2025 07:57PM -
Tariffs and FinTech: What Trump’s Move Might Really Cost Us - FTW Sunday EditorialTrump’s new tariffs may stall fintech growth, delay IPOs, and drive inflation—raising questions about who really benefits, and who bears the cost in a rapidly shifting economy.
Sunday, April 6th 2025 09:22PM -
Chime Delays IPO Amid Market Turmoil Linked to New U.S. TariffsFintech company Chime has postponed its IPO plans following steep market losses triggered by new U.S. tariffs. Klarna and other firms have taken similar steps amid global uncertainty.
Sunday, April 6th 2025 07:56PM -
Musk, Bezos, and Zuckerberg Lose Over $75 Billion in Two Days as Trump Tariffs Roil MarketsTech stocks plunge after President Trump’s tariff announcement, wiping out over $75 billion in net worth from Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg amid broad market losses.
Saturday, April 5th 2025 09:12PM