Blockchain

Bunq, Volt partner to bolster open payment technology

Dutch challenger bank Bunq has partnered with London-based payments company Volt to provide a faster way for Bunq customers to transfer money from other accounts.

Cryptocurrency-based crime reached a new high in 2021

A report by Chainalysis has found illicit addresses received $14bn in deposits during 2021, which was almost twice the amount they collected in 2020.

FalconX bolsters unicorn status with $210m Series C

Cryptocurrency financial services platform FalconX has lifted its valuation to $3.75bn following a $210m capital raise in its Series C.
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Paxos collects $65m in Series B to support global expansion

Paxos, a blockchain-powered trust, has collected $65m in its Series B round led by a consortium of investors.

How cybersecurity startups and neobanks scooped the most funds among last week’s 42 investment...

While Covid-19 continues to haunt us, the FinTech industry continues to rake in millions of dollars. Neobanks and cybersecurity companies were the top-scoring sectors to raise investment among the 42 rounds that FinTech Global reported on last week.

AlgoTrader is introducing the future of trading

AlgoTrader is empowering banks and other financial institutions around the world. With its new crypto-solution WIRESWARM the scaleup is taking another step towards the...

CertiK claims to raise the largest funding round of any blockchain security platform

Blockchain security company CertiK has scored $37m in its Series B funding round, which was co-led by Coatue Management and Shunwei Capital.

How Latin American startups and InsurTechs stole the show among the 37 FinTech investments...

InsurTech companies continued their winning streak last week among the 37 FinTechs that raised big rounds.

Ookami acquires 18% stake in Brontech

Ookami, which looks to foster the blockchain and security ecosystem, has acquired a strategic stake into big data platform Brontech.

Crypto, NFTs ads required to carry ‘highly risky’ disclaimer

The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has said that all ads for virtual digital assets may carry a disclaimer underlining their riskiness.

News Stories

Simplifai, a leading provider of AI-powered solutions in the insurance sector, has secured a significant investment with Idékapital leading the raise.

Simplifai secures significant investment led by Idékapital

Simplifai, a leading provider of AI-powered solutions in the insurance sector, has secured a significant investment with Idékapital leading the raise.
The Sterling One Foundation has partnered with UNIDO Investment Technology and a host of other major industry players to introduce the inaugural edition of their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Series.

Sterling One Foundation partners with leading institutions to launch groundbreaking ESG series in Africa

The Sterling One Foundation has partnered with UNIDO Investment Technology and a host of other major industry players to introduce the inaugural edition of...

Unveiling the pitfalls of prioritising form over substance in compliance

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and evolving regulatory landscapes, the financial services industry faces ever-increasing pressure to maintain robust compliance standards.
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The importance of fiduciary duty for registered investment advisers

Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) are entrusted with a significant responsibility to uphold fiduciary duty, as mandated by the SEC.
Visa and J.P. Morgan Payments have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing merchant experiences, empowering cardholders, and driving innovation in domestic payments within the US.

Visa and J.P. Morgan partner to drive faster domestic payments in the US

Visa and J.P. Morgan Payments have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing merchant experiences, empowering cardholders, and driving innovation in domestic payments within the US.

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