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 […]
Category: FinTech
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 […]
Fintech Veteran Prabhakar Tiwari to Launch Share India-Backed ‘Project Drone’.
In a major development for India’s fintech and trading ecosystem, industry veteran Prabhakar Tiwari is set to launch a bold new initiative called ‘Project Drone’, backed by Share India. The upcoming platform aims to redefine how algorithmic trading, retail participation, and real-time market intelligence converge in the Indian capital markets. A Visionary Step in Fintech […]
Indian Startups Raise $6.72 Billion in H1 2025 Amid Global Uncertainty.
A Strong Comeback for India’s Startup Ecosystem. Despite global economic challenges and investor caution, Indian startups have shown remarkable strength. In the first half of 2025, they collectively raised $6.72 billion in funding. This signals a positive shift for the country’s innovation-driven ecosystem. Investor Confidence Rebounds After a subdued 2023 and a slow 2024, investor […]
ACI Worldwide and iNet Extend Partnership to Accelerate Fintech Growth in Saudi Arabia.
In a strategic move to drive digital transformation in the Middle East, ACI Worldwide, a global leader in real-time payments and digital banking solutions, has announced the expansion of its partnership with iNet, a prominent payment solutions provider in the GCC region. The collaboration is aimed at boosting fintech innovation and financial inclusion in Saudi […]
Slice Now Rivals HDFC Bank in Monthly Account Openings, Says Founder Rajan Bajaj.
In a bold and impressive milestone for India’s fintech ecosystem, Slice, the fintech startup-turned-bank, is now matching HDFC Bank—one of India’s largest and most trusted private banks—in terms of monthly account openings. The revelation comes directly from Slice founder and CEO Rajan Bajaj, signaling a new era where digital-first financial players are making serious inroads […]
Fintech Giant Pine Labs Files for ₹2,600 Crore IPO
In a major milestone for India’s fintech sector, Pine Labs has officially filed for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) worth ₹2,600 crore, signaling its intent to go public and expand its footprint in the growing digital payments ecosystem. The move marks a significant moment for the Noida-based company, which has evolved from a point-of-sale (POS) […]
Xero to Acquire U.S. Fintech Melio for $2.5 Billion in Strategic Expansion.
In a bold move to strengthen its position in the global financial technology space, New Zealand-based accounting software giant Xero has announced its plan to acquire U.S. fintech startup Melio in a $2.5 billion deal. The acquisition marks one of Xero’s largest and most strategic investments to date, aimed at expanding its reach into the […]
