Bitcoin

Okcoin locks in $1m commitment to boost cryptocurrency inclusivity

US cryptocurrency platform Okcoin has committed $1m to increasing diversity and inclusivity in the crypto space.

Blockchain startup XY Finance lands $12m funding

Taiwan-based blockchain company XY Finance has raised $12m from a funding round led by Circle Internet Financial.

CertiK continues funding spree as it nets $80m Series B2

Blockchain security firm Certik has bagged $80m from a Series B2 financing raise led by Sequoia Capital China.

US regulatory trio announce plans to establish crypto asset roadmap

Three key regulatory bodies in the US have revealed they are putting together a roadmap to provide greater clarity on a number of areas related to crypto assets.

Crypto PayTech MoonPay secures $555m in highly subscribed Series A

MoonPay, a company that builds payment infrastructure for cryptocurrencies, has closed a Series A financing raise on $555m.

Zumo eyes decarbonised crypto sector through new purchase pilot program

Crypto wallet and payment platform Zumo has unveiled a pilot renewable energy purchase program aimed at making the crypto sector more sustainable.

Financial inclusion on the mind of Sri Lanka with payment solution launch

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has introduced LANKAQR, a new digital payment solution focused on reducing cash reliance and bolstering financial inclusion.

Global corporates could save $100bn in yearly transaction costs through CBDCs

A joint report from J.P Morgan and Oliver Wyman has predicted up to $100bn annually could be saved in transaction costs through a central bank digital currency (CBDC) network.

Paymynt Financial unveils new blockchain-based multicurrency smart card

Boston-based FinTech company Paymynt Financial said to launch MYNT PayCard, a multicurrency hardware wallet.

Regulation of stablecoins in sight following US Treasury body report

A recent report has called on the US Congress to regulate the issuers of stablecoins and has urged agencies to assess whether the coins pose a systemic risk.

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Bitsight

Bitsight acquires Cybersixgill to bolster cyber threat defence

Bitsight, known for its comprehensive cyber risk management solutions, and Cybersixgill, a leader in cyber threat intelligence data, are set to join forces.
Luma Financial Technologies, a global leader in structured products and insurance solutions, has announced its expansion into the life insurance sector.

Luma Financial Technologies launches innovative life insurance platform

Luma Financial Technologies, a global leader in structured products and insurance solutions, has announced its expansion into the life insurance sector. The move into life...
Wyden

Wyden secures $16.9m in Series B funding to advance digital asset trading infrastructure

Wyden, an institutional infrastructure firm for digital asset trading lifecycle, has closed its latest funding round, securing $16.9m.
BNPL giant Klarna has announced that Google Pay users in the U.S. will have access to the firm's interest-free payment solutions at checkout, as part of a new partnership.

Klarna partners with Google Pay to offer flexible payment options in the U.S.

BNPL giant Klarna has announced that Google Pay users in the U.S. will have access to the firm's interest-free payment solutions at checkout, as...
Zing, a UK-based international payments app, has selected Checkout.com, a global digital payments provider, to enhance its alternative payment methods.

Zing partners with Checkout.com to enhance alternative payment methods

Zing, a UK-based international payments app, has selected Checkout.com, a global digital payments provider, to enhance its alternative payment methods. The partnership aims to provide...

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