Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
ChainUp Recognized Among Singapore's Top Fintech Companies 2026
ChainUp, a global digital asset technology leader, earned a spot on the inaugural Singapore's Top Fintech Companies 2026 list by Tech in Asia and Statista in the Digital Assets category. The ranking evaluated over 500 firms on growth, market presence, and innovation, placing ChainUp alongside leaders like Crypto.com.
CEO Sailor Zhong highlighted the shift from hype to compliant utility in institutional finance.
Global Fintech Funding Jumps 27% to $51.8 Billion in 2025
Venture funding for fintech startups rose 27% to $51.8 billion in 2025 from $40.8 billion in 2024, driven by fewer but larger later-stage deals. Major rounds included Polymarket's $2 billion, Binance's $2 billion from MGX, Kalshi's $1 billion, and Kraken's $800 million.
Experts note strong pipelines in AI and stablecoins despite deal volume decline.
PayPal Backs Klearly with $14 Million for Hardware-Free Payments
PayPal invested in European startup Klearly, enabling device-free payment acceptance via software on existing POS systems. This shift prioritizes integration and speed over physical hardware, aiding scalability in fragmented European markets.
The move reflects fintech maturity, with updates crossing borders faster than terminals.
ClearBank Partners with Taurus for Digital Wallet Infrastructure
ClearBank signed a strategic agreement with Taurus to provide digital wallet infrastructure, enhancing support for digital asset services. This partnership advances ClearBank's digital strategy in fintech.
It aims to better integrate digital assets into banking operations.
Fraud Management Essentials for 2026 Financial Teams
Fraud management focuses on processes like workflows and oversight beyond detection tools, crucial amid AI-driven fraud and faster payments by 2026. It ensures consistent handling of alerts, compliance with regulations like AML and PSD2, and evolving defenses.
Strong policies and workflows reduce bottlenecks and enable auditable decisions.
Swift Completes Landmark Digital Asset Interoperability Trial
Swift conducted a successful trial for digital asset interoperability, advancing global digital finance integration. This marks a key step toward unlocking benefits of tokenized assets across networks.
The trial demonstrates practical steps for broader blockchain adoption in payments.
Polymarket Raises $2 Billion Led by Intercontinental Exchange
Prediction market Polymarket secured $2 billion in October 2025 from NYSE parent Intercontinental Exchange, boosting fintech funding. This large deal highlights investor interest in blockchain-based trading platforms.
It contributed to the sector's overall funding surge.
Binance Receives $2 Billion Investment from MGX
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance raised $2 billion in March 2025 from Abu Dhabi-based MGX, one of 2025's largest fintech rounds. The investment underscores growing institutional backing for crypto infrastructure.
It fueled the 27% global fintech funding increase.
Kalshi Secures $1 Billion Series E at $11 Billion Valuation
New York-based prediction platform Kalshi raised $1 billion in December 2025, led by Paradigm, reaching an $11 billion valuation. This crypto-focused deal exemplifies later-stage investments driving 2025 fintech growth.
It supports expansion of predictions markets.
Kraken Raises $800 Million at $20 Billion Valuation
Crypto exchange Kraken secured $800 million in November 2025 at a $20 billion valuation, amid rising blockchain investments. The round reflects strong market confidence in established platforms.
It contributed significantly to annual funding totals.
Rapyd Hauls $500 Million in Mid-March Funding Round
U.K. payments platform Rapyd raised $500 million in March 2025, part of major fintech deals boosting sector totals. This investment supports global payment innovations.
It highlights continued interest in payments fintech.