British fintech company Revolut has initiated its first share repurchase program, allowing qualified investors to sell up to 10% of their shares. The move aims to solidify the […]
Ripple vs SWIFT: Banks to Build Own Settlement Rails Amidst XRP Debate
The debate between Ripple and SWIFT continues to intensify, with SWIFT CIO Tom Zschach adding fuel to the fire. In his recent remarks, he suggests that banks are […]
Fed to Host Summit on Stablecoin Innovations, AI, and Tokenization
The U.S. Federal Reserve is hosting a conference on October 21st focused on shaping the future of payments innovation. This event will bring together regulators, financial institutions, and […]
Ripple Deepens Ties with Thunes for Faster, More Affordable Global Transfers
Ripple, a leading blockchain firm based in the US, has expanded its collaboration with Thunes, a Singapore-based payments provider, to further accelerate global cross-border transactions. Building on their […]
Federal Reserve Convenes Conference to Examine Stablecoin & Tokenization Innovations
The U.S. Federal Reserve will host a conference on stablecoins and tokenization, focusing on fintech innovation, aimed at analyzing their impact on payments and the regulatory framework.
PayPal & Venmo Partner with Perplexity AI for New Browser Experience
PayPal and Venmo are offering early access to a new browser experience powered by Perplexity AI, known as Comet. This partnership grants eligible users in the US and […]
SWIFT Challenges Ripple’s Claims of Financial Domination
Tom Zschach, chief innovation officer at SWIFT, has questioned the assertion that Ripple is taking over the financial system. He challenges the notion that the company’s survival of […]
Federal Reserve to Host Conference Focusing on Crypto Payments Innovations
The Federal Reserve is convening industry leaders for a conference focusing on innovative payments systems, with a particular emphasis on cryptocurrencies, AI, and stablecoins. The event takes place […]
Revolut’s Valuation Soars to $75 Billion in Employee Share Sale
UK fintech company Revolut has announced an employee share sale that values the firm at a significant $75 billion (£55 billion), up sharply from its summer 2024 valuation […]
Fintech Revolution Summit to Launch in Abu Dhabi – 2025
Abu Dhabi is set to become the global hub for fintech innovation as it hosts the Fintech Revolution Summit 2025, organized by TraiCon Events. This high-impact event follows […]
Figure IPO Nasdaq Valued at $4 Billion, Signaling Confidence in Blockchain Lending
The blockchain lending company Figure has set its sights on a public listing, aiming for a valuation of over $4 billion. This major move signifies growing confidence in […]
Etherealize Raises $40 Million to Fuel Ethereum Adoption in Finance
Etherealize, a startup with deep roots in the Ethereum ecosystem and previous backing from the Ethereum Foundation and Vitalik Buterin, has secured a substantial $40 million funding round. […]
Applications Open for Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa 2025
Google’s accelerator program is seeking applications from early-stage and Series A startups across Africa for its 2025 class. This three-month hybrid program provides mentorship, product support, and access […]
U.S. Approves Spot Crypto Trading: A Boon for Exchanges and Innovation
A major step forward for the U.S. crypto market was taken with the approval of spot crypto trading by the SEC and CFTC. This signifies a shift toward […]
Klarna, Figure Prepare for US IPOs as Fintech & Blockchain Listing Boom Continues
Two prominent players in the financial technology (fintech) and blockchain industries, Klarna and Figure, are set to test investor interest in New York with potential Initial Public Offerings […]