As the new year unfolds, UK businesses are channeling their energies into technological advancements and workforce development to drive growth amid evolving market dynamics. According to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer New Year Flash, a significant portion of companies are prioritizing investments in artificial intelligence... Read More
Turkmenistan has legalised cryptocurrency mining and the operation of crypto exchanges, a rare policy shift for one of the world’s most tightly controlled states as it looks to modernise parts of an economy dominated by natural gas exports, according to reports. President Serdar Berdymukhamedov signed... Read More
Hong Kong’s financial authorities are joining forces to accelerate the integration of artificial intelligence and fintech innovations across multiple sectors in the coming years. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), led by Chief Executive Eddie Yue Wai-man, is actively engaging with the Securities and Futures... Read More
Alchemy Pay, a globally accessible cryptocurrency payment gateway, has made significant updates when it comes to effectively bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology through recent product updates and regulatory achievements. In a key development, Alchemy Pay has introduced a platform that allows direct purchases of real-world... Read More
Currenc Group Inc said it has agreed to sell its 60% stake in Malaysian cross-border payments hub Tranglo Sdn Bhd to New Margin Holding Limited for $400 million in cash, marking the first completed step in the Nasdaq-listed fintech firm’s broader restructuring and value-unlocking plan.... Read More
In a significant shift at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Caroline Crenshaw, the agency’s final Democratic appointee and a vocal opponent of the cryptocurrency sector, has concluded her service. The announcement came on Friday, capping a period defined by her resolute doubts about... Read More
As 2026 kicks off, French cryptocurrency hardware wallet provider Ledger is once again in the spotlight for a security mishap. On January 4, the company revealed that a cyber intrusion at its e-commerce collaborator, Global-e, potentially leaked personal details from some customer purchases. Ledger was... Read More
As 2026 kicks off, Ripple Labs seemingly stands at a pivotal juncture, as it focuses on making progress after key regulatory milestones along with internal changes, all amid a somewhat cautiously optimistic crypto market. The Fintech company, known for its cross-border payment solutions, has over... Read More
As the new year dawns in 2026, the London Stock Exchange (LSE) is showing tentative signs of recovery after a sluggish period marked by sparse listings and economic turbulence. UK financial industry professionals are now fairly optimistic that a fresh influx of initial public offerings... Read More
In a move spurred by recent geopolitical events, Democratic Representative Ritchie Torres from New York is set to unveil the Public Integrity in Financial Prediction Markets Act of 2026. This proposed law aims to address concerns over potential misuse of confidential information in decentralized wagering... Read More