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Coinbase, the global cryptocurrency platform, plans to introduce stablecoins pegged to the Thai baht and Philippine peso as part of its focus on Southeast Asia, according to a report by Nikkei Asia. The company currently has no plans to directly enter Southeast Asian jurisdictions. Instead, the company is focusing on its wallet business and blockchain platform Base to drive blockchain adoption by enabling local developers to create solutions for baht and peso stablecoins.
Mambu, a leading cloud banking platform, has announced the acquisition of Numeral , a French payment technology provider for banks and fintechs. The acquisition strengthens Mambu’s position as an industry leader, in a move that underscores market confidence and growing demand for modern financial experiences. The addition of advanced payment capabilities represents a significant investment in the next phase of Mambu’s growth as an established market player.
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It has been a busy week for UAE-based Islamic financial institution, Emirates Islamic as it celebrated the 53rd UAE Eid Al Etihad and announced a new agreement with longstanding partner Visa. On 2 December, Emirates Islamic took part in the 53rd UAE Eid Al Etihad celebrations with a vibrant display of traditional Emarati culture at its headquarters in Dubai Healthcare City and other branches in the UAE.
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