Fintech News

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Deutsche Bank has joined the extended Series B funding round for blockchain-based fintech firm Partior , bringing the total raised to US$80 million and marking the close of the round. The Series B initially secured US$60 million in July 2024, led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from J.P.

Cross-Border 112

Cross-Border SARS Multi-Currency Correspondent Bank 112

Fintech News

JANUARY 13, 2025

The National University of Singapore (NUS) has partnered with Northern Trust and UOB to launch a first-of-its-kind initiative that uses blockchain technology to track green bond credentials. NUS, the first university in Singapore to adopt blockchain for ESG reporting, issued its third green bond in 2023.

Blockchain 116

Blockchain Credential Finance Agreements 116

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

StraitsX, a digital asset payments infrastructure provider in Southeast Asia, has partnered with Ant International and superapp Grab to launch a new blockchain-based cross-border payment system. The new system uses Purpose Bound Money (PBM), which specifies the conditions for using stablecoins, and the Avalanche blockchain.

Stablecoins 106

Stablecoins Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Blockchain 106

The Fintech Times

APRIL 2, 2025

Through the launch, the DTCC aims to leverage blockchain technology to streamline the flow of collateral across siloed infrastructure, unlocking major capital and operational efficiencies. Heading The collateral management platform is an application on the DTCC AppChain, built atop LF Decentralized Trusts Besu blockchain.

Blockchain 52

Blockchain Technology Risk Mitigation Participant 52

Fintech News

MAY 12, 2024

The 12-week XDC Accelerator Programme invites startups to develop solutions using XDC Network’s advanced blockchain technology. Rebecah Dausen “The XDC Accelerator Programme with Tenity will empower startups to transform their blockchain ideas into impactful solutions.

Blockchain 145

Blockchain Innovation Participant Finance 145

The Fintech Times

MAY 30, 2024

PayPal USD (PYUSD), PayPal ‘s USD stablecoin, will now be available on the Solana blockchain. The news was announced at Consensus 2024 , the long-running cryptocurrency, blockchain and web3 event. “Continued adoption from industry participants like PayPal helps realise the next generation of fintech innovation.”

PayPal 119

PayPal Stablecoins Blockchain Venmo 119

The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Bitbank , the crypto assets exchange, has officially launched Bitbank Ventures , a new investment firm focusing on projects within the crypto and blockchain space. Bitbank Ventures will consider investing in any blockchain -related projects, ranging from pre-seed to series A.

Blockchain 64

Blockchain Cryptocurrency Bitcoin Participant 64

Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

As the first tokenized RWA integrated into the MTN, Ondo’s Short-Term US Government Treasuries Fund (OUSG) will allow participating businesses to earn daily yield via tokenized assets with 24/7 subscriptions and redemptions, without the need for stablecoins onramps or settlement windows.

Visa 91

Visa Cross-Border Finance Payment APIs and Integration 91

Fintech News

MAY 15, 2024

Payment giant Mastercard has announced the inclusion of five global startups in its Start Path Blockchain and Digital Assets programme. This initiative aims to enhance user experiences and expand the applications of blockchain technology in solving real-world problems.

Blockchain 119

Blockchain Visa Participant Economy 119

The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

As more firms look to enter the blockchain and decentralised space, easy integrations and the ability to develop applications are an absolute must. The partnership with Axelar Foundation propels interoperability into the broader blockchain realm. The Axelar Foundation will broaden blockchain adoption by facilitating RWA.

Interoperability 133

Interoperability Blockchain Payment APIs and Integration Risk Mitigation 133

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Morgan ’s Onyx , told Karen Webster that peer-to-peer (P2P) private blockchain networks can help streamline information flows tied to cross-border payments and remove the complexities tied to legacy systems. Morgan said it had established Onyx, a new business unit dedicated to blockchain and digital currencies. Liink, J.P.

Blockchain 131

Blockchain Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Real Time Payments 131

Fintech Review

AUGUST 27, 2024

Blockchain technology has revolutionised numerous industries by providing decentralised, secure, and transparent systems. However, one of the significant challenges it faces is interoperability between different blockchain networks. However, these networks often operate in isolation, limiting the potential of blockchain technology.

Interoperability 105

Interoperability Blockchain Facilitators Innovation 105

The Fintech Times

APRIL 17, 2024

The UK’s Regulated Liability Network has chosen R3 , a company specialising in enterprise distributed ledger technology and services, as well as Quant , a blockchain provider for finance, to develop the technology prototype for its experimental stage.

Payment APIs and Integration 137

Payment APIs and Integration Blockchain Finance Digital Payments 137

The Fintech Times

MAY 14, 2024

Ripple , the global payments and financial solutions provider, is accelerating blockchain education in the US as its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI) renews its $1.05million partnership with Morgan State University to support blockchain innovators across America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Blockchain 117

Blockchain Innovation Research Deepfake 117

Fintech News

AUGUST 12, 2024

DBS has initiated the pilot of the “DBS Treasury Tokens”, a blockchain-based solution designed for next-generation treasury and liquidity management, in collaboration with Ant International. This launch underscores how established financial institutions can utilise blockchain technology to offer advanced, 24/7 banking services.

Treasury 96

Treasury Blockchain Cross-Border Payments Multi-Currency 96

Fintech News

APRIL 9, 2024

. “This partnership aims to equip new market participants with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of digital assets,” he said. Jonas Thürig Jonas Thürig, Head of APAC at Tenity, expressed enthusiasm for fostering the growth of blockchain innovators.

Blockchain 106

Blockchain APACS Participant On-Demand 106

Fintech Review

JUNE 25, 2024

Blockchain technology, initially synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin , has evolved beyond its origins. This article delves into the diverse ways blockchain is reshaping fintech, focusing on smart contracts, cross-border transactions, and enhancing transparency and security.

Blockchain 95

Blockchain Technology Innovation Cross-Border 95

Fintech News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Top regulators attending the event include Roong Mallikamas, Deputy Governor of the Bank of Thailand; Adnan Zaylani, Deputy Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia; and Nik Mohamed Din Nik Musa, Director General of Labuan FSA, with more participants to be announced. Spanning four stagesthe Exchange Stage, MoneyPot, Unfiltered Stage, and HumanA.I.ty

Regulations 105

Regulations FinTech Embedded Finance APACS 105

Wharton Fintech

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Bridging the Gap: A Collaborative Approach to Blockchain & Crypto Partnerships with Shayaan Khanna at Mastercard As recently as 2022, it seemed as though blockchain and cryptocurrency companies were about to reshape large swathes of the global financial sector right away.

Blockchain 130

Blockchain Visa Cryptocurrency FinTech 130

Fintech Finance

MAY 1, 2025

“We believe that as soon as crypto payments are as seamless as fiat payments, nothing is left to stop the mass migration of global commerce onto blockchain rails. Users simply select the Apple Pay option at checkout, authenticate with Face ID, and complete the transaction as they would with any fiat payment.

Stablecoins 87

Stablecoins Payments Authentication Payment Networks 87

Finovate

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The $10 million consists of $3 million in pre-seed funds co-led by Tether and Polymorphic Capital with participation from Faculty Group, Octerra Capital, and Trive Digital. Photo by Magda Ehlers The post MANSA Raises $10 Million for Blockchain-Based Payments appeared first on Finovate.

Cross-Border 52

Cross-Border Blockchain Cross-Border Payments Stablecoins 52

Fintech News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The round also saw participation from angel investors and partners of DST Global and Goodwater Capital. They will differ fundamentally from the current generation of neobanks, which are limited in countries due to licensing, and struggle in integrating blockchain; their core systems and capabilities are just too different.”

Stablecoins 118

Stablecoins Cross-Border SWIFT Volume 118

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The ninth edition of the Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) wrapped up on 8th November, concluding a dynamic week-long of celebration of fintech that brought together tens of thousands of participants from around the world. The year’s conference featured an impressive lineup of over 900 speakers across more than 400 sessions.

FinTech 106

FinTech Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Payment APIs and Integration 106

Fintech Finance

AUGUST 14, 2024

Ant International will be able to use the digital form factor to achieve instant, multi-currency treasury and liquidity management on DBS’ permissioned blockchain for their entities across multiple markets. DBS’ permissioned blockchain is Ethereum virtual machine (EVM)-compatible and is integrated with its core payments engine.

Liquidity Management 98

Liquidity Management Treasury Multi-Currency Cross-Border Payments 98

Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Attendees can participate in sessions that explore: Regulatory Frameworks: Understanding international and local regulations to ensure compliance. Technological Innovations: Exploring blockchain, real-time payments, and artificial intelligence applications.

Embedded Finance 75

Embedded Finance Fraud Prevention Payments Cybersecurity 75

Finextra

JUNE 26, 2024

Boerse Stuttgart Group is the only exchange operator in Europe to have successfully applied for the second wave of the European Central Bank's (ECB) EU-wide tests, in which the settlement of blockchain-based financial transactions against central bank money is being explored.

Blockchain 59

Blockchain Participant Central Bank Settlement 59

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 22, 2025

It combines real-time fiat payment rails with blockchain-powered stablecoin rails, addressing inefficiencies in global payments and trade. The company also announced it raised $2 million in pre-seed funding led by Garuda Ventures, with participation from Canonical Crypto, Everywhere Ventures, and Inventum Ventures.

Cross-Border Payments 98

Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Stablecoins Payments 98

Fintech News

MAY 12, 2025

Treasuries and operates across multiple blockchains. The companys USDM stablecoin is fully backed by U.S. Through this acquisition, Anchorage Digital plans to integrate Mountain Protocols team, technology, and licensing framework to enhance its support for institutional use cases in the stablecoin space.

Stablecoins 73

Stablecoins Issuers Acquirers Regulatory Compliance 73

Fintech News

MARCH 11, 2025

India has emerged as a key hub for blockchain development, with its share of global onchain developers increasing from 3% in 2018 to 12% in 2023. The company intends to be an active participant in this dialogue as it deepens its presence in India. said John O’Loghlen, Regional Managing Director for APAC at Coinbase.

APACS 70

APACS Legal Returns Blockchain 70

Fintech News

MAY 21, 2024

The report, based on a survey of over 50 financial institutions across Asia, reveals that the digital assets space is poised for significant growth as institutional investors seek to diversify their portfolios and capitalise on the benefits of blockchain technology. Institutional investors focus on digital assets.

Settlement 139

Settlement Cryptocurrency Blockchain Digital Currency 139

Fintech News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

From cash-reliant to a cashless Vietnam The report, based on a consumer survey of over 2,100 participants, reveals that 37% of respondents used bank apps for their most recent purchases, making it the most popular payment method. E-wallets followed at 31%, ahead of bank cards at 18%. rate in 2023.

Financial Inclusion 110

Financial Inclusion Financial Literacy Point-of-Sale (POS) NOV 110

The Payments Association

APRIL 8, 2025

The participants also examined the role of collaboration in overcoming shared challenges, all while adapting to changing consumer expectations. Participants Emerging trends in merchant payments: The next 12 months The roundtable began with an exploration of emerging payment trends set to shape the industry.

Fraud Prevention 88

Fraud Prevention Instant Payments Alternative Payment Methods Participant 88

The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Raheel Ahmed, group CEO of RAKBANK Raheel Ahmed , group CEO of RAKBANK commented: “The participation of RAKBANK in the mBridge platform and the execution of our first-ever central bank digital currency international payment highlight RAKBANK’s cutting-edge digital capabilities.

CBDC 126

CBDC Cross-Border Payments Transactions Cross-Border 126

The Payments Association

MAY 3, 2025

Participants tackled five central themes: underleveraged innovation, the operationalisation of AI, regulatory challenges, the evolution of embedded finance, and strategic risk planning for 2025 and beyond. Among these, the integration of blockchain and stablecoins in cross-border payments and treasury management emerged as a central theme.

Payment APIs and Integration 88

Payment APIs and Integration Cross-Border Embedded Finance Payments 88

Fintech Finance

MAY 2, 2025

Rain’s technology stack allows for card transactions on the Visa network to be interoperable with stablecoins across multiple blockchains. “By participating in Visa’s USDC settlement program, we are now able to conduct settlement 7 days a week, 365 days a year, operating outside of traditional banking hours.

Credit Cards 59

Credit Cards Stablecoins Settlement Interoperability 59

The Payments Association

JANUARY 21, 2025

Furthermore, the report takes a forward-looking approach, incorporating forecasts for 2025 and exploring pivotal themes such as artificial intelligence in payments, the evolution of tokenisation and decentralised finance (DeFi), and the adoption of emerging technologies like blockchain, generative AI, and machine learning.

Payments Trends 88

Payments Trends Financial Crimes Cross-Border Payments 88

The Payments Association

APRIL 8, 2025

This session drew participants from diverse industries, including retail, travel, telecommunications and hospitality, each grappling with unique yet interconnected fraud challenges. The topic concluded with participants agreeing that fraud is no longer limited to traditional theft or hacking. This is a loophole that needs to be closed.

Fraud Detection 88

Fraud Detection Fraud Prevention Scams Participant 88