13 Aug 25 @ 10:07

Fintech’s founding promise was to dismantle the barriers of geography, time, and cost that have long constrained financial services. Digital platforms and instant connectivity heralded an era in which money... read more

13 Aug 25 @ 09:00

By the end of this decade, the global payments ecosystem will look markedly different. Real-time processing, cross-border interoperability, and blockchain-enabled innovations are set to reshape the way money moves around... read more

12 Aug 25 @ 09:23

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is accelerating towards the launch of its long-anticipated central bank digital currency (CBDC), the Digital Dirham, with the first retail issuance scheduled for Q4 2025.... read more

11 Aug 25 @ 13:27

Hong Kong’s ambitions to position itself as a premier hub for digital assets have encountered a reality check, as its de facto central bank signalled a more measured approach to... read more

30 Jul 25 @ 13:34

Cryptocurrency has enjoyed a massive amount of press in recent times. This is perfectly understandable when we consider the utilitarian nature of these assets. While tokens such as Bitcoin were... read more

21 Jul 25 @ 10:13

As stablecoins edge closer to mainstream adoption, global card giants Mastercard and Visa are striking a careful balance – acknowledging the potential of digital currencies while casting doubt on their... read more

04 Jul 25 @ 11:50

The global payments landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, marked by the emergence of Fourth Generation Payment Networks (4GPN). A new whitepaper by Thunderbird School of Global Management and Wiseasy... read more

26 Jun 25 @ 11:07

A new rouble-pegged cryptocurrency, A7A5, has quietly become a potent tool in Russia’s efforts to circumvent Western sanctions — moving $9.3bn in transactions within four months of its February launch.... read more

26 Jun 25 @ 10:13

Now that the SEC has officially dropped its long-running case against Ripple, the crypto firm is walking away with a clear win. But this isn’t just a milestone for Ripple... read more

26 Jun 25 @ 08:06

The way we deal with money has changed in recent years. It is no longer necessary to carry enough money or visit an ATM to split a dinner bill. The... read more

24 Jun 25 @ 10:15

The stablecoin race is intensifying. Two of the financial sector’s most recognisable names – UK-based neobank Revolut and global payments giant Fiserv – are poised to deepen their presence in... read more

23 Jun 25 @ 16:15

Coinbase has unveiled a new service, Coinbase Payments, designed to push stablecoins into the mainstream of e-commerce by simplifying crypto acceptance for merchants. The move signals a broader push into... read more

23 Jun 25 @ 11:35

Stablecoins, once confined to the fringes of the crypto universe, are moving into the financial mainstream. These digital tokens, typically pegged one-for-one to a fiat currency such as the US... read more

18 Jun 25 @ 11:32

Cross-border payments, once a byword for inefficiency and opacity, are undergoing a structural transformation. The convergence of regulatory momentum, technological innovation, and geopolitical necessity is creating a watershed moment for... read more

06 Jun 25 @ 11:32

As central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) make headlines across the globe, there’s a lot of confusion about what they really are, and what they aren’t. Here are the 10 most... read more

04 Jun 25 @ 10:55

BCP Technologies, a UK-based crypto asset service provider registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has launched a new pound-backed stablecoin, Tokenised GBP (tGBP), in a move that may signal... read more

02 Jun 25 @ 15:48

The global fintech sector is entering a pivotal new chapter. According to BCG and QED Investors’ latest Global Fintech Report, the industry is maturing rapidly – defined not just by... read more

27 May 25 @ 17:12

Worldpay has announced a strategic collaboration with digital payments infrastructure provider BVNK to launch near-instant stablecoin payouts for businesses in the US and Europe. The move marks a significant step... read more

27 May 25 @ 09:15

The online gambling industry is undergoing a transformation, driven by the adoption of modern payment methods. E-wallets and digital currencies are simplifying transactions, enhancing the user experience for slot players... read more

07 May 25 @ 09:35

Visa are busy… just days after announcing a major agentic AI play and rumours of talks with Tools for Humanity, Visa Ventures has made a strategic investment in stablecoin infrastructure... read more