Global

July 16, 2026 @ 5:21 pm By James Simcox  |  

The digital euro is a promising step forward for Europe, with the potential to transform how money moves across the continent. So far, much of the debate has centred on payments sovereignty and consumer wallets, and both certainly matter. A trusted form of central bank… Read More

July 16, 2026 @ 10:04 am By JD Alois  |  

Yesterday, the Transatlantic Taskforce for Markets of the Future issued a statement on an ongoing initiative for the United Kingdom and the United States to coordinate the developing digital asset regulatory environment. By working together, two leading financial jurisdictions can guide the rest of the… Read More

July 16, 2026 @ 8:23 am By Omar Faridi  |  

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has articulated a forward-looking strategy centered on the fusion of cryptocurrency and traditional finance (TradFi). The world’s largest asset manager is increasingly positioning its offerings as bridges that connect these once-distinct worlds, with heightened emphasis on creating sophisticated investment vehicles tailored to evolving… Read More

July 16, 2026 @ 8:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Fintech division of Brazil’s digital bank Inter has announced the introduction of its innovative contactless payment wearables to customers in the United States. This expansion brings stylish, convenient payment solutions—specifically designed rings and wristbands—directly to the US market, allowing users to make seamless transactions… Read More

July 16, 2026 @ 6:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A significant Bitcoin holder has moved approximately 5,908 BTC, valued at around $383 million, from a wallet that had remained untouched for nearly eight years. This large-scale transaction highlights the enduring presence of early Bitcoin accumulators and raises questions about potential market implications as the… Read More

July 16, 2026 @ 12:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Volvo Group, a key global player focused primarily on heavy-duty trucks and industrial vehicles, is pushing the boundaries of supply chain technology by testing a custom-built cryptocurrency for internal transactions. This initiative is part of a broader effort to harness blockchain to enhance efficiency,… Read More

July 16, 2026 @ 12:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

PwC has announced an expanded collaboration with OpenAI. The partnership focuses on integrating sophisticated artificial intelligence into enterprise cybersecurity operations, aiming to empower security teams with faster and more effective tools for protecting organizations. The cybersecurity landscape has grown increasingly challenging. Sophisticated attackers now harness… Read More

July 15, 2026 @ 11:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Experian has indicated that the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) sector continues to expand across Britain, reflecting a broader trend toward flexible yet prudent borrowing habits. Experian pointed out that in 2025 alone, consumers completed over 100 million transactions through these services, generating more than… Read More

July 15, 2026 @ 12:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Klarna (NYSE:KLAR), which is now a key player in digital banking and flexible payment solutions worldwide, has taken a significant step to bolster its operations in Germany. On July 9, 2026, the company announced its inaugural forward flow and warehouse financing arrangement in the country, backed… Read More

July 15, 2026 @ 9:20 am By JD Alois  |  

PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) may be in play, as indicated by a report claiming that Stripe and Advent have joined to acquire the firm. Reuters claims that the deal would be at $60.50 a share, or $53 billion. A meeting between the parties is apparently scheduled for… Read More

July 15, 2026 @ 9:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Open Standard—a consortium of over 140 payments firms, banks, and institutions including Stripe, BlackRock, and Coinbase—launched OpenUSD (OUSD) on June 30, 2026. Backed 1:1 by USD reserves, this new stablecoin stands out by channeling nearly all interest income from its reserves directly to its partner… Read More

July 15, 2026 @ 4:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

BBVA is deploying generative artificial intelligence to examine real-world dialogues between clients and its relationship managers. This initiative moves beyond traditional feedback mechanisms like satisfaction surveys, aiming to deliver a more nuanced and accurate view of the actual user experience across various touchpoints. The Spanish… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 9:13 pm By JD Alois  |  

Stablecoin enablement firm Velocity has raised $38 million in Series A funding, according to a note from the firm. The funding round was led by FirstMark and Dragonfly. Other investors include Activant Capital, Capital One Ventures, QED Investors, Coinbase Ventures, Wintermute Ventures and Ripple. Based… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 3:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Decentralized finance has evolved into a multi-chain landscape where liquidity, applications, and participants spread across numerous blockchains. In this environment, the technology linking these networks has become just as vital as the smart contracts operating on individual chains. Aave, a DeFi platform, has deepened its… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 3:34 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Transatlantic Taskforce for Markets of the Future (TTMF) has published recommendations as to how the US and the UK can collaborate on digital asset regulation. The initiative was part of President Donald Trump’s visit to the UK in September 2025. Today, the Taskforce is… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 10:38 am By JD Alois  |  

Crowdcube’s new business of managing secondary transactions, specifically for employee tenders, will soon top £100 million in volume. This is Crowdcube’s third secondary transaction, in collaboration with the London Stock Exchange’s Private Securities Market under PISCES. Recently, Crowdcube managed Wayve secondary transactions, which totaled approximately $85 million…. Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 10:01 am By JD Alois  |  

A new report appears to indicate that crypto firms are not quite ready for the looming regulation they must comply with to provide services to  UK customers. According to Zumo and their UK Regulatory Preparedness Assessment survey, only one in ten platforms believes they are… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 8:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Tom Blomfield, a British entrepreneur best known for co-founding the digital banking platform Monzo, has joined the artificial intelligence company Anthropic. This transition underscores the intense competition for top talent in the AI space, particularly in areas related to computational resources and infrastructure. Blomfield announced… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 1:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin’s ongoing rebound is encountering significant obstacles from monetary policy, geopolitical tensions, and shifting corporate strategies, according to CoinShares‘ (NASDAQ:CSHR) latest assessment. Despite these pressures, emerging signs in investment flows and market resilience suggest the asset may be forming a cautious bottom rather than entering… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 1:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nu Mexico, part of Nubank (NYSE: NU), has secured formal approval to operate as a full-fledged bank. The National Banking and Securities Commission (CNBV) granted the authorization on July 10, 2026, marking the completion of a complex transition and positioning the company as Mexico’s biggest… Read More