Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
HashKey Capital Announces First Closing of US$250 Million Fund IV
HashKey Capital, a leading crypto and blockchain asset manager, achieved the first closing of its fourth fund with US$250 million in commitments from global institutional investors, targeting a final AUM of US$500 million. The multi-strategy fund focuses on blockchain infrastructures, scalable applications, and mass-adoption use cases, combining public and private market investments.
CEO Deng Chao highlighted its role in fueling blockchain innovations in emerging markets.
Sling Money Secures EU MiCA License for Crypto Payments
Sling Money obtained an EU MiCA license in 2025, positioning it as a compliant leader in crypto payments with EURC stablecoin integration for stable euro transactions. The platform partners with Bridge and Orca Fraud to expand to over 145 countries, addressing inefficiencies in the $150T cross-border payments market.
It offers virtual accounts converting fiat to stablecoins, reducing costs and delays.
Fingular Opens New Malaysia Hub to Boost Global Expansion
Singapore-based FinTech holding company Fingular launched a hub in Kuala Lumpur to support hybrid work and international growth. The office serves global teams for collaboration and provides local market insights to enhance product development.
CEO Maxim Chernushchenko emphasized focusing on employee connection and inspiration amid expansion.
Holiday Peaks Expose Limits in Payment Systems Coordination
During 2025 holiday surges, payment failures stem from coordination gaps between issuers, acquirers, and rails rather than capacity issues, leading to declined transactions and revenue loss. Cross-border payments face heightened fraud controls and false declines without real-time unified visibility.
Single-flow infrastructures are recommended for better handling of volume spikes and faster approvals.
Blockchain in Banking Market Report Highlights 2025-2034 Growth
The Business Research Company's report analyzes competition and trends in the Blockchain in Banking and Financial Services market for 2025-2034. It covers market size, forecasts, and how key players are shaping growth in financial applications.
The report provides global insights into blockchain adoption in banking.
HashKey Fund IV Targets AI and Blockchain Convergence for 2026
HashKey Capital's Fund IV aims to capitalize on AI-blockchain-institutional finance convergence, investing in technically excellent and commercially viable projects. Dr. Xiao Feng, HashKey Group Founder, noted unprecedented opportunities ahead.
The fund builds on Fund I's over 10x DPI success.
Sling Money Launches US and European Virtual Accounts
In 2025, Sling Money introduced virtual accounts with Bridge for USD and EUR payments, auto-converting to stablecoins like USDP or EURC. This tackles high costs and delays in traditional cross-border banking.
MiCA compliance enhances its scalability and security.
FinTech Firms Adopt Hybrid Models with Physical Hubs Like Fingular
Fingular's Malaysia hub reflects a trend where FinTechs balance remote work with offices for collaboration and local immersion. It supports short- and long-term assignments for global staff.
The strategy aids understanding regional customer needs for product scaling.
Payment Platforms Need Real-Time Adaptation for Holiday Fraud
Holiday peaks increase issuer fraud controls on cross-border traffic, causing false declines without historical data and real-time insights. Merchants lack control relying on multiple providers, slowing rerouting and decisions.
Unified platforms reduce friction and improve approval rates.
HashKey Manages Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Alongside New Fund
HashKey Capital oversees Bosera HashKey Bitcoin (3008.HK) and Ether (3009.HK) spot ETFs on HKEX, plus liquid funds. With over US$1 billion managed and 400+ projects invested, it connects ecosystem stakeholders.
Fund IV bridges traditional finance with on-chain assets.
AI Agents in DeFi Emerging as Next Crypto Force
Fintech.tv highlights AI agents in DeFi as a major upcoming trend in crypto for December 24, 2025. This development signals growing integration of AI with blockchain finance.
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