Fintech
Independent fintech coverage from WristPay — wearable payments, fintech, and regulation.
New System Halts Most Digital Wallet Fraud
A new technological solution is proving highly effective against a wave of digital wallet fraud. This system successfully blocks a large majority of attempted scams. It offers a si…
Shoreline Hometown Credit Union Accelerates Digital Shift as 99% of Transactions Move Online
Shoreline Hometown Credit Union, a member‑owned cooperative based in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, launched Mahalo Banking’s Thoughtful Banking platform on July 15, 2026. The rollou…
JetBlue Launches Loyalty‑Linked “Pay Later” Option with FinTech Partner ClarityPay
New York‑based JetBlue announced on July 15, 2026 that it is rolling out a „pay later” service in partnership with ClarityPay, a firm that specializes in customized point‑of‑sale c…
Priority Commerce to Handle Pittsburgh Steelers Ticketing
Priority Commerce, a leading payment processing company, has secured a new agreement. The firm will now manage all ticketing transactions for the Pittsburgh Steelers. This partners…
Europe's Top Founder Factories Uncovered
Two European companies are churning out more successful startup founders than any others: Improbable and Klarna. A new report from VC firm Antler has identified these „real founder…
Private Banking Goes Global
Flex, a private banking platform, has secured $70m in funding. The company provides services to high-net-worth business owners. Flex aims to expand its reach with the launch of Fle…
Cross-Border QR Payments Arrive in Vietnam
National Citizen Commercial Joint Stock Bank (NCB) has introduced a cross-border QR payment service in Vietnam, targeting international travellers. The service is now available, al…
DBS Aims for S$1 Trillion in Retail and Wealth Assets
DBS is targeting over S$1 trillion in retail and wealth assets under management by 2030. The bank plans to achieve this in five years. Total assets under management have already re…
AI Financial Assistant Helps Bank Customers Track Spending
Visa is launching an AI-powered financial assistant to provide bank customers with personalised spending insights within their banking apps. The service is designed to give cardhol…
AI Financial Assistant Helps Banks Guide Customers
Visa has launched an AI-powered financial assistant to help banks provide personalized guidance to their customers within their existing banking apps. The service leverages Visa's …
Mastercard Explores Sale of UK Payments Stake
Mastercard is considering selling a majority stake in Vocalink, a key player in the UK's retail payments infrastructure. Vocalink is crucial for the country's financial system. The…
Faster International Transfers for Brazilians
People in Brazil sending money abroad will benefit from a new partnership between Swift and Itaú Unibanco, launched on July 14, 2024. Itaú Unibanco is one of the first banks worldw…
New Crypto Tax Rules Defer Capital Gains
The UK's HM Revenue and Customs introduced „no gain, no loss„tax rules for certain cryptocurrency transactions on 13 July 2026. This change affects cryptoasset lending and liquidit…
Swipe Fee Payouts Progress Slowly
A court-appointed official is reviewing around 40,000 merchant claims related to the Visa-Mastercard swipe fee settlement, according to a recent quarterly update. This development …
Equipal Raises £16.25 Million to Expand UK Equipment‑Finance Platform
Equipal, a London‑based fintech that provides point‑of‑sale financing for business equipment, announced in June 2026 that it closed a £16.25 million deal with Altum Capital Managem…
European Central Bank Selects 36 Providers for Digital Euro Pilot
The European Central Bank (ECB) has chosen 36 payment service providers (PSPs) from across the Eurozone. These firms will participate in a pilot program for the digital euro. This …
UK Government Boosts Small Business Funding with Open Finance Push
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a new strategy to bolster small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK. The initiative focuses on expanding financial access and ai…
GoCardless Deepens Alliance with Sage for SME Bank Payments
GoCardless, a leading bank payment company, has announced an expanded partnership with Sage. This collaboration aims to integrate GoCardless's „Pay by Bank„service directly into Sa…
Financial Technology Partnership Enhances Investment Options
Wealthtech firm TAPP Engine has announced a new collaboration with Envestnet, a leading financial planning and wealth management platform. This partnership will allow TAPP Engine t…
Wells Fargo Offers Diverse Business Loan Options for Qualified Applicants
Wells Fargo provides various lending solutions for small businesses. These include unsecured lines of credit and secured Prime Lines. The bank also offers Small Business Administra…
Consumer Brands Quietly Transform into Fintech Powerhouses
Major consumer brands are rapidly evolving into significant financial technology players. This shift is happening across various sectors, including ride-sharing, travel, retail, an…
North Carolina Banks Gain Power to Halt Suspicious Transactions
North Carolina financial institutions now have increased power to temporarily freeze certain customer transactions. This new measure targets suspected financial exploitation, parti…
Cash App Eyes Food Orders to Boost User Engagement
Block, the company behind Cash App, is integrating its Square merchant network with Cash App users. This move aims to encourage local dining experiences. The strategy seeks to incr…
Instant Payment System Gains Traction, Faces Adoption Hurdles
The Federal Reserve's instant payment system, FedNow, has significantly expanded its reach. It now includes over 100 financial institutions and service providers. This rapid growth…
Lendistry Secures $100 Million Credit Line from East West Bank to Boost Airport Small Business Lending
Lendistry, a fintech lender that also administers grants for undercapitalized entrepreneurs, announced on July 13, 2026 that it has obtained a $100 million credit facility from Eas…
UK to Oversee Cloud Providers Supporting Financial Sector
Starting next week, four major global cloud and technology firms will face new oversight in the UK. This move aims to protect the financial services industry, which is vital for mi…
Autonomous Agents and the Unseen Commerce Challenge
The rise of autonomous AI agents is sparking a new debate in the world of commerce. These agents, designed to make purchases independently for consumers, are set to transform how w…
<Title> Matching Fintechs with Saudi Arabia's Digital Boom </Title>
Saudi Arabia is rapidly transforming into a digital powerhouse, with a growing need for innovative financial technology. To bridge the gap between the Kingdom's ambitions and the w…
Philippines' Digital Leap: Fintech and Remittances Drive Inclusion by 2026
The Philippines is set to see a major digital transformation by 2026. This shift will largely be driven by financial technology (fintech) and the country's strong remittance inflow…
The Disappearing Act of Payments in Modern Commerce
Paying for goods and services has undergone a significant transformation. What was once a separate, distinct step in any transaction is now often an integrated feature. This shift …
Cardless Boosts Leadership for Future Expansion
Cardless, a company specializing in AI-driven financial services, has announced a key executive appointment. Mark Troianovski is now the Chief Business Officer. This move aims to s…
Exclusive Investment Offer: Limited-Time Bonus for New eToro Users
A special promotional offer is currently available for new eToro customers. This limited-time deal provides a $150 Visa gift card. To qualify, individuals must register and make a …
Airport biometrics spread worldwide, yet long queues persist
Major hubs in Europe, Asia and North America are installing biometric checkpoints after pilots proved faster passenger verification. Airlines, airport operators and security agenci…
$9 Million Lost in Bonzo Lend Exploit
A major incident has shaken the Hedera-based lending protocol Bonzo Lend, with an attacker manipulating the price of SAUCE, a cryptocurrency used as collateral, to borrow assets wo…
The Fintech Landscape of Honduras in 2026
Honduras, a Central American nation, has a unique relationship with fintech. Every month, millions of dollars are sent back to the country from abroad, mainly from the United State…
FinTech Funding Slows Dramatically This Week
The FinTech sector experienced a quiet week for investments, with only $350 million secured across 10 deals. This figure marks a considerable decrease from previous weeks' activity…
Investment Platform Extends Key Partnership
A prominent UK investment services firm has renewed its collaboration with a digital solutions provider. The five-year extension focuses on enhancing fractional share trading capab…
Justice Department to Dismiss Charges in Major Crypto Fraud Case
The U.S. Department of Justice is reportedly moving to drop its case against Matthew Goettsche. He was accused of leading the BitClub Network, a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. This d…
Trump Sidelining Bipartisan Housing Bill
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing housing issues, is poised to become law without President Donald Trump's signature. This unusual …
Finovate Unveils New Event Connecting Innovators and Investors
Finovate is launching a new event this fall. The program, called „Finovate’s Funders and Founders,„aims to connect financial technology innovators with potential investors. This in…
Open Banking Fraud Rates Stay Low Compared to Other Payment Methods
Fraud rates in Open Banking transactions continue to be lower than those seen across the broader payments sector. This trend was highlighted by a new industry report. The first qua…
Inmate Faces New Charges for Allegedly Stealing Forfeited Cryptocurrency
A Bulgarian man, already in prison for online auction fraud, now faces new charges. He is accused of stealing cryptocurrency that a court had ordered him to forfeit. Rossen G. Ioss…
Bank Introduces Automated Debt Consolidation Service
Monzo, a leading digital bank, has launched an innovative debt consolidation loan. This new offering utilizes ClearScore’s ‘Clearer’ technology. It aims to simplify debt management…
Digistore24 Launches Instant Bank Payments for Online Sellers
Berlin‑based e‑commerce platform Digistore24 Inc. announced on Tuesday that it will now accept instant bank payments, allowing shoppers to pay directly from their bank accounts. Th…
Quantum Security Firm Secures $17 Million Investment
A cybersecurity company, QIZ Security, recently raised $17 million in seed funding. This investment aims to help businesses prepare for a major shift in digital security. This even…
Palau Forges Digital Path for Economic Growth
Palau, a small island nation in the Pacific, is embracing digital finance. This move aims to overcome geographical challenges. It seeks to boost its economy and connect with global…
Allpay Secures Contract for NHS Healthy Start Overhaul
Allpay has been awarded a significant contract to modernize the NHS Healthy Start scheme. This initiative provides crucial support for pregnant women and families with young childr…
Thai Bank Pioneers 24/7 USD Payments with Citi
Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) has launched a new service. It offers round-the-clock USD clearing and token services. This makes SCB Citi's first global financial institution client fo…
UniCredit Consumer Financing Partners with Audionova for Hearing Solutions
UniCredit Consumer Financing announced a new partnership with Audionova. This collaboration aims to provide customers with easier access to comprehensive hearing care. The initiati…
ClearBank Names Ken Johnstone as Chief Product Officer
ClearBank has appointed Ken Johnstone as its new Chief Product Officer. He will lead the company's product strategy. This move supports ClearBank's expansion plans across the UK an…