Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
JPMorgan Plans to Double Blockchain Transactions to $10 Billion Daily
JPMorgan aims to double daily transaction values on its Kinexys blockchain platform to $10 billion, bolstered by a new deal with Mitsubishi. Its Q1 2026 earnings on April 14 will highlight blockchain payments and JPM Coin traction. Crypto watchers anticipate insights into tokenized assets.
BlackRock Q1 Earnings to Spotlight Institutional Crypto Adoption
BlackRock reports Q1 2026 earnings on April 14, focusing on its Bitcoin, Ethereum ETFs, and tokenization push by CEO Larry Fink. With $14 trillion AUM, it shapes TradFi's blockchain entry. Investors eye strategy updates amid Q1 crypto downturn.
Goldman Sachs Earnings Preview Crypto Desk Expansion
Goldman Sachs releases Q1 2026 results on April 13, revealing big banks' crypto approaches via expanded trading desks and blockchain experiments. Despite public caution, it hires for crypto roles.
Clarity Act Faces Senate Review Amid Stablecoin Yield Debate
The Clarity Act, regulating stablecoins and crypto, heads to Senate Banking Committee review late April 2026, post-Easter break on April 13. Coinbase and Stripe oppose yield ban provisions favoring banks over fintech.
Circle Launches CPN Managed Payments for Stablecoin Access
Circle launched CPN custodial services on April 9, 2026, enabling banks and fintechs to access stablecoin payments via API without building infrastructure. It handles custody, minting, and compliance for fiat-to-stablecoin flows.
Broadridge's DLR Blockchain Hits $9 Trillion in Repo Volumes
Broadridge's Distributed Ledger Repo platform processed $9 trillion monthly as of late 2025, sustaining $8 trillion in March 2026 with $354B ADV. It enables atomic settlement, intraday repos, and RWA tokenization amid T+1 shifts.
Swiss Banks Launch CHF Stablecoin Sandbox
Six Swiss banks including UBS, PostFinance, and Sygnum partnered with Swiss Stablecoin AG for a CHF-pegged stablecoin sandbox in 2026. Aims to build digital money ecosystem and boost competitiveness via blockchain.
Open to more participants.
Collide Capital Raises $95M for FinTech and Future-of-Work Startups
Collide Capital closed a $95M Fund II on April 9, 2026, after $66M Fund I, backing 75 early-stage fintech and supply chain firms. Focuses on automation and data-driven platforms; expands mentoring programs.
Bitcoin Eyes $80K Breakout on Iran Ceasefire and Short Squeeze
Bitcoin prediction for April 2026 turns bullish with Iran ceasefire crashing oil prices, triggering $427M short liquidations, and whale accumulation. Follows brutal Q1 with BTC at $66K, down 20%.
Loto Punto FinTech Brings Digital Access to Unbanked via Kiosks
Georgia Tech startup Loto Punto uses self-service kiosks to help unbanked convert cash digitally, founded by Victor Espinosa. Targets underserved communities with accessible fintech solutions.
Q1 Crypto Earnings from Coinbase and Miners Pending
Public crypto firms like Coinbase, Strategy, Riot Platforms, and MARA await Q1 2026 earnings dates amid industry's tough quarter. Bitcoin closed Q1 at $66K, worst since 2018.