While legacy networks like Chainlink and Litecoin remain relevant, many experts are now placing their bets on a new wave of crypto projects driving real-world utility. One such […]
20 Fintech Startups Reach Semifinals of MEST Africa Challenge 2025
MEST Africa has announced the semifinalists for its 7th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC). Twenty innovative fintech startups have been selected, representing solutions poised to tackle […]
FalconX Acquires 21Shares to Expand Crypto Investment Offerings
Crypto prime broker FalconX has entered a strategic acquisition, purchasing 21Shares, the world’s leading issuer of crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs). This partnership aims to develop new, regulated digital […]
Asian Stock Exchanges Tighten Regulations on Crypto Treasury Firms
Several Asian stock exchanges are tightening regulations on companies seeking to use cryptocurrency as a primary treasury asset, known as ‘Digital-Asset Treasuries’ (DAT). This shift comes after several […]
BlockDAG Nears $600M Goal, XRP Slows Down as Stellar Gains Traction
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a surge of anticipation as key network milestones approach. BlockDAG is poised to reach its ambitious $600 million presale goal ahead of its […]
Fed to Integrate Cryptocurrency into Payments System, Accessing Fintech Companies via ‘Skinny’ Master Accounts
The US Federal Reserve is poised to join the wave of digital payments innovation by integrating cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance (DeFi) into its system. This move aims to […]
Ripple Joins Federal Reserve’s Faster Payments Task Force Amidst XRP ETF Uncertainty
Ripple has taken a prominent position within the Federal Reserve’s initiative for faster payments, adding fuel to the anticipation surrounding a potential XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) decision. Documents […]
Fed Unveils New Pathway for Crypto Companies to Access Payment Systems
Federal Reserve Governor Chris Waller proposed a new system that would grant eligible institutions direct access to the Fed’s payment rails, known as a limited-access master account. This […]
Money Fellows Reaches New Milestone: Over 8 Million Users & $1.4 Billion in Transactions
The Egyptian fintech platform, Money Fellows, has announced a significant milestone, exceeding 8 million users on its digital platform and processing over $1.5 billion in transactions. This impressive […]
SBI Holdings Invests $200 Million to Drive XRP Adoption in Global Finance
Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings has committed $200 million to Evernorth, a new investment vehicle aimed at boosting the use of XRP within global finance systems. This strategic […]
Crypto Firms Demand Control of Personal Financial Data from Banks
A coalition of major fintech and crypto associations has urged the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to prioritize consumer control over financial data, arguing that Americans should […]
Waller Proposes ‘Payment Account’ Framework for Crypto Firms to Access Fed Payment Rails
Federal Reserve Governor Michael S. Barr proposed a new framework called a ‘payment account’ during his opening remarks at the Federal Reserve Payments Conference. This proposal aims to […]
Crypto.com Launches Global Payments Platform Through Partnership with Travel Wallet
Crypto.com and South Korean fintech firm Travel Wallet have announced a strategic partnership that will bring digital assets into mainstream global payments. Through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) […]
Aifinyo’s Bold Bitcoin Strategy: Building a Corporate Treasury of 10,000 BTC
German fintech company Aifinyo has set an ambitious goal to dominate the cryptocurrency market by accumulating 10,000 Bitcoin by 2027. Their unique strategy centers around leveraging their existing […]
German Fintech Bets Big on Bitcoin with 10,000 Coin Acquisition Plan
A German fintech startup, Aifinyo, is making waves by committing to a substantial Bitcoin investment strategy. The company aims to acquire 10,000 Bitcoin within the next few years, […]