A coalition of fintech and crypto industry leaders is calling on former U.S. President Donald Trump to take a stand against proposed data-access fees that major banks want to impose on financial technology firms. These executives argue that such fees could stifle innovation, harm competition, and limit consumer choice in the rapidly evolving financial services […]
Category: FinTech
Transak Raises $16M to Scale Web3 Infrastructure Worldwide.
Web3 onboarding solutions provider Transak has secured $16 million in a strategic funding round aimed at accelerating the company’s mission to expand blockchain adoption globally. The investment will be used to enhance its infrastructure, scale operations, and strengthen partnerships across key markets. Powering Seamless Web3 Access Transak offers a developer-friendly platform that enables users to […]
Santander Charts “Data and AI-First” Future with New OpenAI Partnership.
Spanish banking giant Santander is taking a major leap into the future of finance by partnering with OpenAI, aiming to accelerate its “data and AI-first” strategy. The collaboration is designed to harness the power of advanced artificial intelligence tools, transforming the bank’s operations, customer experiences, and decision-making processes. A Bold Move Towards AI Integration The […]
US Fintech Saphyre Secures $70M Investment from FTV Capital.
Saphyre, a U.S.-based fintech innovator, has announced a $70 million investment from growth equity firm FTV Capital, marking a major milestone in its mission to streamline pre- and post-trade processes for financial institutions. The funding is set to accelerate product development, expand market reach, and strengthen Saphyre’s position in the fast-evolving fintech landscape. Who Is […]
Wise Shareholders Approve Move of Primary Stock Listing to the U.S.
In a major strategic shift, shareholders of UK-based fintech giant Wise have voted in favor of moving the company’s primary stock market listing from London to the United States. The move underscores a growing trend among high-growth tech firms seeking better valuations, deeper capital markets, and broader investor bases in the U.S. Why the Shift? […]
Five9’s AI-Driven CX Platform Delivers $14.5M in Business Value and 212% ROI.
Cloud contact center leader Five9 has announced impressive results from its AI-Elevated Customer Experience (CX) Platform, revealing that it delivered $14.5 million in business value and an ROI of 212% for its enterprise customers. The findings highlight the transformative potential of AI and automation in improving operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and revenue growth in contact […]
ServiceNow’s Proposed Acquisition of Moveworks Under DOJ Antitrust Scrutiny.
ServiceNow’s ambitious plan to acquire AI-powered employee support startup Moveworks has hit a regulatory roadblock as the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) launches an antitrust review of the proposed deal. The move reflects increasing government scrutiny of consolidation in the artificial intelligence (AI) and enterprise software sectors. The Deal at a Glance Announced earlier this […]
Monzo and Starling Co-founder Bets Big on UK Fintech Startup Monet.
In a significant endorsement of the UK fintech ecosystem, Tom Blomfield — co-founder of both Monzo and Starling Bank — has made a personal investment in rising startup Monet. This latest development signals continued confidence in London’s status as a global fintech hub and adds credibility to Monet’s mission to revolutionize financial management for freelancers […]
JPMorgan Tells Fintechs to Pay for Access to Customer Data.
In a move that could reshape data-sharing practices across the financial sector, JPMorgan Chase has announced that fintech companies will now need to pay to access the bank’s customer data. The decision marks a clear shift from open-access models and reinforces growing tensions between traditional banks and financial technology firms. 💼 What’s Changing? For years, […]
Unlocking Southeast Asia’s Cross-Border Payment Revolution: A Golden Opportunity for Chinese Fintech.
Southeast Asia is undergoing a transformative shift in digital finance — and at the center of it lies the booming cross-border payment sector. With a digitally savvy population, growing e-commerce, and rising interconnectivity among ASEAN nations, the region is ripe for disruption. For Chinese fintech companies, this represents a golden opportunity to lead the next […]
