Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Coinbase CEO: AI Agents to Surpass Humans in Transactions Using Crypto Wallets
Brian Armstrong stated on March 9 that AI agents cannot open bank accounts due to KYC requirements but can use crypto wallets for autonomous transactions. Coinbase launched Agentic Wallets on February 11 via x402 protocol, processing over 50 million machine-to-machine transactions.
This positions crypto infrastructure for the AI agent economy.
Binance Founder Predicts AI Agents Will Make 1M Times More Payments via Crypto
Changpeng Zhao posted on March 9 that AI agents will dominate payments using crypto rails. BNB Chain deployed ERC-8004 for Trustless Agents and BAP-578 for Non-Fungible Agents with on-chain wallets on February 4.
These enable verifiable AI entities to hold and spend funds autonomously.
Nvidia Launches NemoClaw for Enterprise AI Agents with Security Layers
Nvidia announced NemoClaw on March 9 ahead of GTC 2026, an open-source platform for multi-step enterprise AI workflows. It builds on Nemotron 3 models and includes privacy safeguards, unlike consumer-focused OpenClaw.
Designed for compliance in enterprise settings.
SDK.finance Named Top 50 Core Banking Technology Provider by Everest Group
SDK.finance earned a spot in Everest Group's Top 50 Core Banking Providers 2026 for its cloud-native, API-first platform. Recognition highlights global footprint, source code ownership model, and service to institutions in US, Europe, MEA.
CEO Alex Malyshev emphasized composable architecture for AI-driven banking.
Kurv XRP Enhanced Income ETF Set to Launch Around March 11
The Kurv XRP ETF under Kurv ETF Trust is expected to go live soon after SEC filing, enabling XRP exposure via traditional brokerages. XRP ETFs saw $19M inflows last week, totaling $153M YTD.
Analysts predict potential price rally if support holds.
Gartner Ranks FICO, SAS, Aera as Top Decision Intelligence Platforms
Gartner's 2026 report names FICO, SAS, IBM, ACTICO, Quantexa as leaders in decision intelligence platforms for financial services. FICO excels in real-time decisioning, genAI, with plans for dynamic profiling and decision agents.
SAS focuses on explainable AI governance.
Bitcoin Depot Launches ReadyBucks Business Advance Platform
Bitcoin Depot expanded its FinTech portfolio with ReadyBucks, a business advance platform announced March 10. This moves beyond crypto into broader financial services for businesses.
Press release via GlobeNewswire.
Coinbase Opposes CLARITY Act Over DeFi, Stablecoin Provisions
Brian Armstrong posted January 14 objections to the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, leading to Senate postponement. Key issues: tokenised equities limits, DeFi data access, SEC over CFTC, stablecoin reward elimination.
No mention in recent AI agent post.
Robinhood Expands into Household Finance with Family Tools and Premium Card
Robinhood added family investing tools, trust/custodial accounts, and a premium card to deepen household wealth management. This turns household finance into a growth engine beyond retail trading.
Focuses on comprehensive financial services.
Dave Projects 25-28% Revenue Growth in 2026 via AI Innovations
At Wolfe FinTech Forum, Dave highlighted AI-driven cost reductions and new products for 2026 growth. Plans emphasize strategic expansion and customer improvements.
AI innovations boost efficiency.
ACTICO and Quantexa Lead in Regulated Financial Services Decision Intelligence
Gartner's report praises ACTICO (Germany) and Quantexa (UK) for product roadmaps and explainable AI in finance. Strong in regulated sectors but face marketing and visibility challenges.
Positioned as leaders alongside FICO.