Fintech News

JANUARY 21, 2025

Its resilience and forward-thinking approach have enabled the adoption of cutting-edge technologies like blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), and quantum computing , reshaping financial services and setting new benchmarks for innovation. This virtual financial advisor provides tailored investment guidance and portfolio management 24/7.

Stablecoins

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 18, 2018

The global regulatory framework of cryptocurrencies and blockchain remains either fragmented, vague or simply nonexistent. However, Swiss officials recently took steps to get ahead of the regulatory uncertainty surrounding the world of blockchain, focusing on a particularly large hurdle for companies in the industry.

Cryptocurrency

PYMNTS

APRIL 2, 2020

Blockchain company Binance has acquired the CoinMarketCap cryptocurrency data tracking website, according to an announcement. CoinMarketCap, which is a source for digital currency prices and exchange trading volume, will be kept operating as an independent business entity.

Rules

PYMNTS

JANUARY 30, 2020

Broker Bitcoin Suisse will accept the payments through a tablet computer that converts the popular digital currency into francs, then transfers the funds to the municipal government. Everyone is talking about cryptocurrencies and blockchain, and if you don’t try it out, you don’t get smarter,” Biner-Hauser said.

Bitcoin

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 30, 2018

MediXserve is working with the Ateneo de Manila University in the Philippines in an effort to make the first blockchain research and education lab in the country, Cryptovest reported. As of now, he is reportedly an advisor to music platform Zya and part of Virtual Visions ’ board.

Acquirers

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JUNE 1, 2020

Kathryn Haun said cash is on its way out in the same way books and music have gone digital. Haun’s prediction is not surprising given the company’s effort to raise $450 million for Libra, a blockchain digital currency proposed by Facebook. There will be other entrants in this category,” Haun told the news service.

Cryptocurrency

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Even after years of effort and hundreds of millions in VC capital invested, digital currency continues to have one major weakness: The world of bitcoin is desolate. Andy Schmidt, principal executive advisor at CEB, said there is potential here.

ATM

PYMNTS

JULY 11, 2018

Digital currency investor Li Xiaolai has reportedly resigned from the position of managing partner at the Hangzhou Xiong’An Blockchain Fund, CoinDesk reported. To let the Hangzhou government continue its push for blockchain development, I will resign from my role as a managing partner.”

Bitcoin

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Last Thursday Bitcoin Cash — the fourth-largest digital currency being exchanged — hard-forked into two separate coins. The Bitcoin Cash blockchain has been undergoing scheduled hard forks every six months to upgrade and improve the protocol. “The And for the more pessimistic analysts, that’s just going to be the start.

Bitcoin

Payments Source

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Love or hate Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, Ric Edelman says advisors still must prepare to help clients invest in a "cashless future.".

Advisors

Fintech News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Additionally, the event will explore evolving consumer behaviors and their impact on digital banking solutions. Confirmed speakers in 2024 include Ryosuke Ushida, chief fintech officer of the Financial Services Agency of Japan; Angela Ang, senior policy advisor of TRM Labs; and Antoni Zolciak, CMO and co-founder of Aleph Zero.

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Finovate

APRIL 5, 2024

Nigerian blockchain network Zone secures investment Last week in Finovate Global we noted the news that Nigerian blockchain network Zone had raised $8.5 Also participating in the funding were VC firms Digital Currency Group, Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures, and Alter Global. million in seed funding. Won Best of Show.

Finance

PYMNTS

JULY 18, 2018

was interested in exploring cryptocurrencies and the blockchain technology that underpins them. To that end, the firm has formed a working group to study the technology, and BlackRock Chief Executive Larry Fink remarked that the firm is “a big student of blockchain.”. The week kicked off with the news that BlackRock Inc.

Bitcoin

Fintech News

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Furthermore, a closer look will be taken at digital assets, including stablecoins, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and tokenised deposits, focusing specifically on interoperability and regulations. SFF 2024 will also introduce the Blockchain Guardians Programme, a new skills-based learning initiative.

FinTech

Faster Payments Council

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The panel will discuss issues such as security, governance, and interoperability as well as concerns that the U.S. market needs to keep in mind when creating directories. Speakers: James Sellick, Ripple 3:30pm: Meeting Close (Minneapolis Ballroom Salon AB)

FPC

Fintech Labs Insights

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Blockchain-based notary service. Blockchain-based remittance app. Digital Currency Group. Crypto-currency incubator & investor. Digital insurance manager. Tags: Investing, advisors, social network, mobile, wealth management, mutual fund. Latest round: $1 million Seed. Total raised: $1 million.

FinTech

Fintech Labs Insights

MAY 5, 2016

But there may be no better metaphor for the changing landscape of fintech than the fact that “Billpay,” one of the larger themes of 2015, is out and “Blockchain” is in. Advisor Software. The post From Billpay to Blockchain: The Themes of FinovateSpring appeared first on Finovate. BaseVenture.

Blockchain

Payment Savvy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Furthermore, robo-advisors adopt a cheaper and more convenient attitude toward getting investment advice from a financial advisor in person. Digital Money and Cryptocurrencies Digital money is one aspect where the innovation from cryptocurrencies has been presented.

FinTech

PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Shortly after launching in April, the Keza app shut down , and this was on the heels of $357,000 in funding from Digital Currency Group and Jason Calacanis of HOF Capital. Another factor that is being bandied about is scaling, to which blockchain is not amenable. Stay with us on this one.

Bitcoin

Fintech Labs Insights

JULY 12, 2016

Currency Alliance. Comcoin digital currency. Blockchain protocol. Tags: Consumer, SMB, payments, virtual currency, crypto-currency, bitcoin, blockchain. Total raised: $4.8 HQ: London, England, UK. Source: Crunchbase. Smartkarma. Marketplace for Asian investment research. Latest round: $4.7

Underwriting

Fintech Labs Insights

DECEMBER 14, 2015

Wealth-management platform for financial advisors. Digital currency platform for central banks. Tags: Central bank, crypto-currency, bitcoin. Source: Crunchbase. Latest round: $2 million. Total raised: $5 million. HQ: San Francisco, California. Source: Finovate. Cookies Labs. P2P payments. Latest round: $1.6 Rippleshot.

FinTech

CB Insights

MAY 8, 2018

While the prices of cryptocurrencies and cryptoassets have fallen from their 2017 peaks, equity investment into blockchain startups is on pace to hit all-time highs in 2018. THE FUTURE OF BLOCKCHAIN TECH. See how venture firms, corporates, regulators, and builders are shaping the future of blockchain technology. in February.

Blockchain

PYMNTS

APRIL 29, 2016

Western Union just put its toe in the bitcoin/blockchain waters. It announced an investment in Digital Currency Group, a bitcoin/blockchain startup-focused investment firm, which includes former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, who is serving as an advisor and also put money up. EU Backs Off Regulating Blockchain.

Bitcoin

The Fintech Times

JANUARY 24, 2024

Looking to run for President once again, Donald Trump has made his views on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) very clear: he will not allow their creation. JUST IN: Donald Trump says "As your president, I will never allow the creation of a Central Bank Digital Currency. ” Is this a popular move?

CBDC

The Payments Association

JANUARY 31, 2025

The Order asserts that the digital asset industry is critical for US innovation, economic development, and international leadership. Fact Sheet ) The Working Group will be chaired by David Sacks, the special advisor for AI and Crypto. Fact Sheet ) The Working Group will be chaired by David Sacks, the special advisor for AI and Crypto.

Stablecoins

Fintech Labs Insights

APRIL 18, 2016

Onename.io : Blockchain ID. Sliced Investing : Sliced provides technology to help financial advisors deploy to alternatives. TradeBlock : Digital currency data and analysis. FutureAdvisor (exited): Robo-advisor. ClearTax ; The easiest way to e-File income tax returns in India. A better identity.

FinTech

The Fintech Times

JANUARY 24, 2025

Richard Gabbert , senior advisor to the acting chairman, and Taylor Asher , senior policy advisor to the acting chairman, will serve as the task forces chief of staff and chief policy advisor, respectively. Commissioner Hester Peirce will lead the task force.

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