Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Vanguard Opens $11 Trillion Platform to Crypto ETFs
Vanguard lifted its ban on Bitcoin ETFs, enabling its $11 trillion asset base to access spot crypto ETFs, triggering a 6% surge in Bitcoin and over $1.8 billion in ETF volume within hours .
Bitcoin Gains $732B Amid Institutional Calm
Bitcoin attracted $732 billion in new capital this cycle, with volatility halving and institutional participation rising, marking a more mature and stable market environment .
Fintech Security Investments Surge to $15B+
Fintechs invested over $15 billion in AI-driven compliance tools to combat $10.5 trillion in annual cybercrime, focusing on blockchain analytics and decentralized identity systems .
Reap Integrates Paxos USDG Stablecoin for Global Payments
Hong Kong-based Reap integrated Paxos' USDG stablecoin, enabling regulated 24/7 USD settlement for corporate clients across Asia, Africa, and Latin America .
RedotPay Partners with Ripple for Stablecoin Payments
RedotPay launched a 'Send Crypto, Receive NGN' feature via Ripple Payments, streamlining cross-border remittances and expanding stablecoin reach in emerging markets .
FCA Launches Stablecoin Regulatory Sandbox
The UK's FCA announced a stablecoin-specific cohort in its Regulatory Sandbox, supporting GBP stablecoin issuers and testing new prudential regimes .
Grayscale Prepares Chainlink (LINK) Spot ETF
Grayscale is launching the first US spot ETF for Chainlink, signaling regulatory comfort with oracle networks and expanding institutional crypto access .
OpenPayd Powers Altify's Multi-Currency On/Off Ramps
OpenPayd partnered with Altify to streamline fiat deposits and withdrawals in EUR, GBP, and USD, enhancing seamless investing across digital and traditional assets .
iShares Bitcoin Trust Rises Without Major Catalyst
iShares Bitcoin Trust gained 5.6% intraday with no new news, reflecting routine market positioning and volatility in Bitcoin-related assets .
Stripe Acquires US Billing Platform Metronome
Irish-founded fintech Stripe acquired US-based billing platform Metronome in an undisclosed deal, expanding its global payment infrastructure capabilities .