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#bitcoin

ANALYSIS | Why Bitcoin surged to $100K US after Trump's election and where it goes now | CBC News

Donald Trump's strategic embrace of cryptocurrency could further propel bitcoin's market value and reshape economic conversations around digital currencies.

First Mover Americas: BTC Revisits $67K on Leverage Flush, APE Options Fly

Bitcoin's failure to maintain its rally near $70,000 amid rising Treasury yields highlights market volatility.
Stripe's acquisition of Bridge signifies a pivotal moment for stablecoins as key players move into the crypto space.

Either Buffett Is Wrong About Bitcoin, or Investors Are About to Get Torched

Bitcoin's future remains uncertain, as it may either become a revolutionary financial tool or just another speculative bubble.

Bitcoin Casinos Explained: How Cryptocurrency is Revolutionizing Online Gambling

Bitcoin casinos are revolutionizing online gambling by offering faster, cheaper, and more secure transactions compared to traditional options.

It's Time to Admit It - There Are Only 2.1 Quadrillion Bitcoins

BIP 21Q aims to simplify Bitcoin's denomination by renaming the smallest unit to 'bitcoins' instead of 'satoshis.'

ANALYSIS | Why Bitcoin surged to $100K US after Trump's election and where it goes now | CBC News

Donald Trump's strategic embrace of cryptocurrency could further propel bitcoin's market value and reshape economic conversations around digital currencies.

First Mover Americas: BTC Revisits $67K on Leverage Flush, APE Options Fly

Bitcoin's failure to maintain its rally near $70,000 amid rising Treasury yields highlights market volatility.
Stripe's acquisition of Bridge signifies a pivotal moment for stablecoins as key players move into the crypto space.

Either Buffett Is Wrong About Bitcoin, or Investors Are About to Get Torched

Bitcoin's future remains uncertain, as it may either become a revolutionary financial tool or just another speculative bubble.

Bitcoin Casinos Explained: How Cryptocurrency is Revolutionizing Online Gambling

Bitcoin casinos are revolutionizing online gambling by offering faster, cheaper, and more secure transactions compared to traditional options.

It's Time to Admit It - There Are Only 2.1 Quadrillion Bitcoins

BIP 21Q aims to simplify Bitcoin's denomination by renaming the smallest unit to 'bitcoins' instead of 'satoshis.'
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#cryptocurrency

What is World Liberty Financial? Trump's new crypto exchange launches tonight. Here's everything we know

Donald Trump is shifting from an anti-crypto stance to launching his own cryptocurrency exchange, World Liberty Financial, in 2024.

Visionary Entrepreneur Patents World's First Non-Depreciating Crypto Asset | HackerNoon

Quintes Protocol aims to revolutionize decentralized finance (DeFi) with its patent-protected model for perpetual asset growth and value stability.

Crypto Exchange Aggregators: How the Best Swap Rates Are Unlocked with Advanced Technology

Crypto exchange aggregators simplify trading by combining price and liquidity data from multiple exchanges, allowing users to find the best swap rates easily.

Trump Announces New Cryptocurrency Venture | Entrepreneur

Trump's new cryptocurrency venture, World Liberty Financial, reflects a shift from skepticism to engagement in the crypto market.

Bitcoin Going to $140K Says Trio of AIs Managing $30M Investment Fund

Intelligent Alpha uses AI for autonomous investment decisions, leading to successful trading outcomes.

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Crypto Wallet

Investing in cryptocurrency mandates having a dedicated wallet for secure storage and management of digital tokens.

What is World Liberty Financial? Trump's new crypto exchange launches tonight. Here's everything we know

Donald Trump is shifting from an anti-crypto stance to launching his own cryptocurrency exchange, World Liberty Financial, in 2024.

Visionary Entrepreneur Patents World's First Non-Depreciating Crypto Asset | HackerNoon

Quintes Protocol aims to revolutionize decentralized finance (DeFi) with its patent-protected model for perpetual asset growth and value stability.

Crypto Exchange Aggregators: How the Best Swap Rates Are Unlocked with Advanced Technology

Crypto exchange aggregators simplify trading by combining price and liquidity data from multiple exchanges, allowing users to find the best swap rates easily.

Trump Announces New Cryptocurrency Venture | Entrepreneur

Trump's new cryptocurrency venture, World Liberty Financial, reflects a shift from skepticism to engagement in the crypto market.

Bitcoin Going to $140K Says Trio of AIs Managing $30M Investment Fund

Intelligent Alpha uses AI for autonomous investment decisions, leading to successful trading outcomes.

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Crypto Wallet

Investing in cryptocurrency mandates having a dedicated wallet for secure storage and management of digital tokens.
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#customer-service

AI-driven lending: Soon, your loan application will be accepted by a robot - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI technology is slowly being adopted in the lending industry despite high expectations.
Only 13% of banks have implemented AI, highlighting a disparity between potential and reality.

Black horse down: Lloyds online banking services go dark

Lloyds is experiencing significant online service outages, preventing customers from viewing their transactions.
The bank's IT team is addressing the issues after various customer complaints.
Outages may be linked to external IT management contracts with companies like Microsoft and IBM.

AI-driven lending: Soon, your loan application will be accepted by a robot - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI technology is slowly being adopted in the lending industry despite high expectations.
Only 13% of banks have implemented AI, highlighting a disparity between potential and reality.

Black horse down: Lloyds online banking services go dark

Lloyds is experiencing significant online service outages, preventing customers from viewing their transactions.
The bank's IT team is addressing the issues after various customer complaints.
Outages may be linked to external IT management contracts with companies like Microsoft and IBM.
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#open-banking

Open Banking + Generative AI = Your New Money Mentor

Generative AI and open banking are fundamentally reshaping customer engagement and the overall financial landscape.

What is open banking?

Open banking is revolutionizing the fintech landscape by enhancing security, user experience, and payment flexibility.

CFPB finalizes 'open banking' rules for consumer data sharing

New rules by the CFPB enable consumer control over financial data, fostering competition in banking services.

Why payment technology is crucial to digital transformation

Payit™ by NatWest enhances financial operations through Open Banking, offering time savings and cost efficiencies for businesses while ensuring improved customer experiences.

The customer knows best: How to ensure you're delivering an effective digital payments experience

Open banking enhances financial data sharing and user experience in a digital payment landscape.

Open Banking + Generative AI = Your New Money Mentor

Generative AI and open banking are fundamentally reshaping customer engagement and the overall financial landscape.

What is open banking?

Open banking is revolutionizing the fintech landscape by enhancing security, user experience, and payment flexibility.

CFPB finalizes 'open banking' rules for consumer data sharing

New rules by the CFPB enable consumer control over financial data, fostering competition in banking services.

Why payment technology is crucial to digital transformation

Payit™ by NatWest enhances financial operations through Open Banking, offering time savings and cost efficiencies for businesses while ensuring improved customer experiences.

The customer knows best: How to ensure you're delivering an effective digital payments experience

Open banking enhances financial data sharing and user experience in a digital payment landscape.
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#forex-trading

Dubai-based Avenix Fzco enters global forex scene with Reversedo - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reversedo is an expert advisor for MetaTrader 4 that specializes in identifying trend reversals in the gold market with advanced risk management.

Trendonex: Avenix Fzco's high-tech solution for low-stress trading - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Trendonex enhances forex trading by interpreting market trends and offering customizable trading strategies while integrating essential risk management features.

Rushpips emerges: Avenix Fzco's new tool for avid forex traders - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rushpips is a forex robot by Avenix Fzco, designed for automated trading using a scalping strategy and AI algorithms.

Beyond traditional forex trading: Avenix Fzco's FXDyno introduces advanced wave pattern analysis - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

FXDyno revolutionizes forex trading in Dubai, using sophisticated algorithms to automate trading strategies focused on the Gold market.

Dubai-based Avenix Fzco enters global forex scene with Reversedo - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reversedo is an expert advisor for MetaTrader 4 that specializes in identifying trend reversals in the gold market with advanced risk management.

Trendonex: Avenix Fzco's high-tech solution for low-stress trading - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Trendonex enhances forex trading by interpreting market trends and offering customizable trading strategies while integrating essential risk management features.

Rushpips emerges: Avenix Fzco's new tool for avid forex traders - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rushpips is a forex robot by Avenix Fzco, designed for automated trading using a scalping strategy and AI algorithms.

Beyond traditional forex trading: Avenix Fzco's FXDyno introduces advanced wave pattern analysis - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

FXDyno revolutionizes forex trading in Dubai, using sophisticated algorithms to automate trading strategies focused on the Gold market.
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The Most-Searched Investment Apps of 2024

Investment apps empower users to invest independently without needing a financial advisor.

How Machine Learning Decides Your Business Loan's Fate in Milliseconds | HackerNoon

The shift to automated lending processes often excludes many deserving small business applicants before they even reach credit assessment.
#innovation

The SEC's Gary Gensler must refrain from doing more harm to crypto on his way out the door

The SEC's focus on crypto regulation has costly consequences, prompting calls for congressional oversight instead.

Meta's Past Experiences Cast Doubt on Musk's 'Everything App' Plan

The project faced political opposition despite regulatory approvals, highlighting issues of political influence over innovation.

Orb founders grew so frustrated dealing with billing at Asana, they built their own billing software | TechCrunch

Orb provides a flexible billing platform that simplifies payment processes for companies, enhancing efficiency and adaptability within software revenue models.

Meta's Past Experiences Cast Doubt on Musk's 'Everything App' Plan

Political motives hindered the launch of an innovative project despite addressing all regulatory concerns.

In other news, this week: Revolut Business revenue exceeded 450M, Root Signal bags 2.5M for GenAI adoption, HEPTA Medical raises 5.7M for lung cancer therapy and more - Silicon Canals

Recent innovations include Calyxia's funding for biodegradable products and Revolut's significant growth in business banking.

Connor Turland - Pioneering the Future of Bookkeeping with Ceedar.ai

Ceedar aims to disrupt the slow-moving accounting industry by replacing traditional bookkeeping software.
The conversation emphasizes that accounting can be enjoyable and beneficial for businesses.
Conor acknowledges the challenges of competing against established players like QuickBooks.

The SEC's Gary Gensler must refrain from doing more harm to crypto on his way out the door

The SEC's focus on crypto regulation has costly consequences, prompting calls for congressional oversight instead.

Meta's Past Experiences Cast Doubt on Musk's 'Everything App' Plan

The project faced political opposition despite regulatory approvals, highlighting issues of political influence over innovation.

Orb founders grew so frustrated dealing with billing at Asana, they built their own billing software | TechCrunch

Orb provides a flexible billing platform that simplifies payment processes for companies, enhancing efficiency and adaptability within software revenue models.

Meta's Past Experiences Cast Doubt on Musk's 'Everything App' Plan

Political motives hindered the launch of an innovative project despite addressing all regulatory concerns.

In other news, this week: Revolut Business revenue exceeded 450M, Root Signal bags 2.5M for GenAI adoption, HEPTA Medical raises 5.7M for lung cancer therapy and more - Silicon Canals

Recent innovations include Calyxia's funding for biodegradable products and Revolut's significant growth in business banking.

Connor Turland - Pioneering the Future of Bookkeeping with Ceedar.ai

Ceedar aims to disrupt the slow-moving accounting industry by replacing traditional bookkeeping software.
The conversation emphasizes that accounting can be enjoyable and beneficial for businesses.
Conor acknowledges the challenges of competing against established players like QuickBooks.
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#blockchain

JP Morgan's Onyx Blockchain Used for Siemens' Digital Commercial Paper Settlement

Siemens utilized blockchain technology to issue and settle a tokenized commercial paper efficiently.

BBVA plans Visa-backed stablecoin launch in 2025

BBVA aims to launch its own stablecoin by 2025, leveraging Visa's support to explore digital asset tokenization.

Brevan Howard-Backed Tokenization Firm Libre Arrives on NEAR Blockchain

Libre is expanding tokenized financial assets on the NEAR Protocol, allowing for efficient multi-blockchain asset management.

Stripe's Acquisition of Bridge Validates the Usage of Stablecoins: Bernstein

The Bridge acquisition by Stripe validates the use of stablecoins for public blockchains, especially in cross-border payments.

Rocko, A New Marketplace For Crypto-Backed Loans, Is Officially Live | HackerNoon

Rocko streamlines the borrowing process for crypto owners by offering an easy-to-use platform for competitive loans against crypto assets.

Chorus One Introduces TON Pool: The First Institutional Solution For Scalable TON staking | HackerNoon

Chorus One launches TON Pool to optimize Toncoin staking for institutions and investors, solving limitations of current staking models.

JP Morgan's Onyx Blockchain Used for Siemens' Digital Commercial Paper Settlement

Siemens utilized blockchain technology to issue and settle a tokenized commercial paper efficiently.

BBVA plans Visa-backed stablecoin launch in 2025

BBVA aims to launch its own stablecoin by 2025, leveraging Visa's support to explore digital asset tokenization.

Brevan Howard-Backed Tokenization Firm Libre Arrives on NEAR Blockchain

Libre is expanding tokenized financial assets on the NEAR Protocol, allowing for efficient multi-blockchain asset management.

Stripe's Acquisition of Bridge Validates the Usage of Stablecoins: Bernstein

The Bridge acquisition by Stripe validates the use of stablecoins for public blockchains, especially in cross-border payments.

Rocko, A New Marketplace For Crypto-Backed Loans, Is Officially Live | HackerNoon

Rocko streamlines the borrowing process for crypto owners by offering an easy-to-use platform for competitive loans against crypto assets.

Chorus One Introduces TON Pool: The First Institutional Solution For Scalable TON staking | HackerNoon

Chorus One launches TON Pool to optimize Toncoin staking for institutions and investors, solving limitations of current staking models.
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This Entrepreneur Is Helping Brands Build New Revenue Streams Off Their Marketing Strategy

Marketing can be a revenue stream by integrating rewards programs.
Kalder creates financial opportunities for clients through innovative strategies.

OneChronos Raises $32M to Expand its AI-Powered Smart Markets Technology

OneChronos innovatively transforms trading efficiency through Smart Markets, using advanced algorithms to maximize value for institutional investors.

Two Decades and Counting: The Never-Ending Section 101 Battle Over Financial Analytics

The application illustrates ongoing challenges in patent eligibility and the long duration of some pending cases.
#digital-payments

Apple Pay, Cash App, and other digital wallets will be regulated more like banks now

The CFPB will regulate digital payment apps with over 50 million transactions to enhance consumer protection.

Non-cash transactions to hit 1.6T, with Asia leading adoption

The surge in digital payments globally indicates a shift towards non-cash transaction methods, led by Asia-Pacific's growth.

Will new Apple Pay oversight make Apple Bank a good idea?

Digital payment systems have become essential in modern commerce, warranting increased regulatory oversight.

Innovative Payment Technology Rapidly Adopted By Modern Businesses

Digital payments are transforming financial transactions, benefiting both consumers and businesses through convenience and enhanced sales opportunities.

Apple says support for redeeming rewards will later come to Apple Pay | TechCrunch

Apple is evolving Apple Pay with installment loans from partner lenders and future rewards redemption.

JPMorgan Renames Blockchain Platform to Kinexys, to Add On-Chain FX Settlement for USD, EUR

JPMorgan has rebranded its blockchain unit to Kinexys, focusing on real-world asset tokenization and plans to launch on-chain foreign exchange by 2025.

Apple Pay, Cash App, and other digital wallets will be regulated more like banks now

The CFPB will regulate digital payment apps with over 50 million transactions to enhance consumer protection.

Non-cash transactions to hit 1.6T, with Asia leading adoption

The surge in digital payments globally indicates a shift towards non-cash transaction methods, led by Asia-Pacific's growth.

Will new Apple Pay oversight make Apple Bank a good idea?

Digital payment systems have become essential in modern commerce, warranting increased regulatory oversight.

Innovative Payment Technology Rapidly Adopted By Modern Businesses

Digital payments are transforming financial transactions, benefiting both consumers and businesses through convenience and enhanced sales opportunities.

Apple says support for redeeming rewards will later come to Apple Pay | TechCrunch

Apple is evolving Apple Pay with installment loans from partner lenders and future rewards redemption.

JPMorgan Renames Blockchain Platform to Kinexys, to Add On-Chain FX Settlement for USD, EUR

JPMorgan has rebranded its blockchain unit to Kinexys, focusing on real-world asset tokenization and plans to launch on-chain foreign exchange by 2025.
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Fannie Mae's new version of DU to focus on credit risks

Fannie Mae's DU version 12.0 launches Jan. 11, significantly enhancing borrower risk assessment and providing new opportunities for homeownership.

Fintech Giant Finastra Investigating Data Breach

Finastra is investigating a significant data breach involving the potential theft of customer information from its file transfer platform.

These executives grew up in entrepreneurial families. Now they're helping a new generation of global business owners

John Caplan and Matt Oppenheimer focus on empowering small businesses through cross-border payment solutions, reflecting their entrepreneurial backgrounds.

PayPal will let you pool money for group gifts and shared expenses

PayPal's new money-pooling feature simplifies group contributions and payments, making collective financial tasks easier for users.

SmartBank secures $26M for its personal finance management app | TechCrunch

Japan's aging population still prefers cash despite government push for cashless transactions.
SmartBank facilitates the shift to cashless payments with innovative financial products.
#sofi-technologies

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030

SoFi Technologies aims to grow by leveraging enhanced technology after its SPAC merger, targeting affluent demographics despite fluctuating stock prices.

Prediction: SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Will Hit $22 Under a Trump Presidency

Trump's victory boosts market optimism, particularly for the fintech industry, due to promised regulatory and corporate tax reforms.

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030

SoFi Technologies aims to grow by leveraging enhanced technology after its SPAC merger, targeting affluent demographics despite fluctuating stock prices.

Prediction: SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Will Hit $22 Under a Trump Presidency

Trump's victory boosts market optimism, particularly for the fintech industry, due to promised regulatory and corporate tax reforms.
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#digital-banking

A Bank of America outage is showing blanked-out account balances

Bank of America experienced an outage this week preventing customers from accessing their account balances, showing $0 or unavailable messages.

Growing with Purpose: Insights on product-led growth and customer acquisition strategies from and for emerging financial firms - Tearsheet

Three innovative financial firms overcame economic challenges in 2022-2023, showcasing resilience and unique strategies for success.

Is Chase UK fighting off challengers, or is it the other way around? - Tearsheet

JPMorgan is entering the UK market by leveraging strategies from challenger banks to enhance its digital offerings.

A Bank of America outage is showing blanked-out account balances

Bank of America experienced an outage this week preventing customers from accessing their account balances, showing $0 or unavailable messages.

Growing with Purpose: Insights on product-led growth and customer acquisition strategies from and for emerging financial firms - Tearsheet

Three innovative financial firms overcame economic challenges in 2022-2023, showcasing resilience and unique strategies for success.

Is Chase UK fighting off challengers, or is it the other way around? - Tearsheet

JPMorgan is entering the UK market by leveraging strategies from challenger banks to enhance its digital offerings.
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#acquisition

NerdWallet enters the mortgage broker world with acquisition of Next Door Lending

NerdWallet's acquisition of Next Door Lending will enhance mortgage services and is expected to yield significant revenue growth.

Amsterdam's Hiiper acquired by Swiss money app Woolsocks

Woolsocks AG's acquisition of Hiiper aims to enhance consumer financial insights and accelerate growth in the B2C sector using data technology.

NerdWallet enters the mortgage broker world with acquisition of Next Door Lending

NerdWallet's acquisition of Next Door Lending will enhance mortgage services and is expected to yield significant revenue growth.

Amsterdam's Hiiper acquired by Swiss money app Woolsocks

Woolsocks AG's acquisition of Hiiper aims to enhance consumer financial insights and accelerate growth in the B2C sector using data technology.
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Chainlink Unveils 'Chainlink Runtime Environment,' Aiming for Better Blockchain Workflows

Chainlink's new Runtime Environment (CRE) enhances blockchain development by providing a unified, modular platform for cross-chain applications, improving efficiency and scalability.
#customer-experience

How US Bank Reinvented Itself for the Digital Age?

US Bank's digital transformation has significantly reshaped customer interactions and established the bank as a leader in innovation and technology.

The post-purchase space is a land opportunity, where partnerships push FIs and merchants further into profitability, feat. Gaurav Mittal, EVP of Ethoca - Tearsheet

Post-purchase convenience remains challenging, presenting an opportunity for financial service innovations.

How US Bank Reinvented Itself for the Digital Age?

US Bank's digital transformation has significantly reshaped customer interactions and established the bank as a leader in innovation and technology.

The post-purchase space is a land opportunity, where partnerships push FIs and merchants further into profitability, feat. Gaurav Mittal, EVP of Ethoca - Tearsheet

Post-purchase convenience remains challenging, presenting an opportunity for financial service innovations.
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#artificial-intelligence

Citi moves infrastructure to Google Cloud as part of broader AI push

Citi partners with Google Cloud to modernize its financial infrastructure and enhance AI-driven customer tools.

UWM will use AI to tap into refi pools

UWM's KEEP technology uses AI to automatically identify and notify borrowers of pre-validated refinance opportunities, simplifying the process significantly.

AI Automated Investing: Friend Or Foe? | HackerNoon

AI enhances decision-making by facilitating data-driven choices, especially among novice investors.

Citi moves infrastructure to Google Cloud as part of broader AI push

Citi partners with Google Cloud to modernize its financial infrastructure and enhance AI-driven customer tools.

UWM will use AI to tap into refi pools

UWM's KEEP technology uses AI to automatically identify and notify borrowers of pre-validated refinance opportunities, simplifying the process significantly.

AI Automated Investing: Friend Or Foe? | HackerNoon

AI enhances decision-making by facilitating data-driven choices, especially among novice investors.
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#investment-strategies

AI Efficiency in Financial Markets: Potential for Gains and Volatility

AI is rapidly transforming financial markets, enhancing efficiency and liquidity while potentially increasing short-term volatility.

This ETF uses ChatGPT to invest like Warren Buffett

The Intelligent Livermore ETF leverages AI to emulate historic investing strategies for enhanced portfolio performance.

Why Tokens Will Lead the Next Wave of Financial Innovation

ETFs have democratized access to diverse asset classes, growing from $1 trillion to over $10 trillion in assets, with a projected $50 trillion by 2030.

Crypto Savings Accounts To Earn Passive Income

Crypto savings accounts provide a stable, high-yield investment alternative amidst crypto market volatility.

AI Efficiency in Financial Markets: Potential for Gains and Volatility

AI is rapidly transforming financial markets, enhancing efficiency and liquidity while potentially increasing short-term volatility.

This ETF uses ChatGPT to invest like Warren Buffett

The Intelligent Livermore ETF leverages AI to emulate historic investing strategies for enhanced portfolio performance.

Why Tokens Will Lead the Next Wave of Financial Innovation

ETFs have democratized access to diverse asset classes, growing from $1 trillion to over $10 trillion in assets, with a projected $50 trillion by 2030.

Crypto Savings Accounts To Earn Passive Income

Crypto savings accounts provide a stable, high-yield investment alternative amidst crypto market volatility.
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X Payments delayed after Musk's X weirdly withdrew application for NY license

X Payments' launch is uncertain due to regulatory challenges, especially in New York, delaying what Musk envisioned as a transformational financial service on the platform.

New Prosperos app aims to improve money transfer process for immigrant families

Prósperos revolutionizes money transfers for immigrant families ensuring safety and convenience, while offering recipients easy access to funds via a Mastercard.

Built by one of their own, TradeZella lets day traders track and plan transactions

Umar Ashraf developed TradeZella to provide day traders with comprehensive tools for analyzing trade performance and improving decision-making processes.
#apple-pay

Apple Pay made wallets digital, and it's only the beginning

Apple Pay has evolved to include loans and third-party payment support, enhancing digital wallet functionalities.
New features in iOS 18 support installment loans, revolutionizing casual borrowing through Apple Pay.

Apple Pay now works with third-party iOS and desktop browsers

Apple introduces new features for Apple Pay, including support for third-party payment services and rewards programs, celebrating nearly 10 years of the service.

Apple Pay made wallets digital, and it's only the beginning

Apple Pay has evolved to include loans and third-party payment support, enhancing digital wallet functionalities.
New features in iOS 18 support installment loans, revolutionizing casual borrowing through Apple Pay.

Apple Pay now works with third-party iOS and desktop browsers

Apple introduces new features for Apple Pay, including support for third-party payment services and rewards programs, celebrating nearly 10 years of the service.
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Reclaim Crypto Reviews with Bitsquery Web Retriever

Recovering a lost Bitcoin wallet is possible with professional help, as demonstrated by my experience with Bitsquery Web Retriever.
#buy-now-pay-later

Buy now, pay later: Here's what borrowers are spending and buying

Buy now, pay later services are surging in popularity, contributing significantly to holiday spending.
Consumer reliance on BNPL is indicative of evolving shopping habits, especially after the pandemic.

Affirm CEO says more retailers want buy now, pay later options

Retailers are increasingly interested in subsidizing consumer loans to attract shoppers this holiday season.
Affirm is experiencing significant demand and competitive growth in the buy now, pay later market.

Buy now, pay later: Here's what borrowers are spending and buying

Buy now, pay later services are surging in popularity, contributing significantly to holiday spending.
Consumer reliance on BNPL is indicative of evolving shopping habits, especially after the pandemic.

Affirm CEO says more retailers want buy now, pay later options

Retailers are increasingly interested in subsidizing consumer loans to attract shoppers this holiday season.
Affirm is experiencing significant demand and competitive growth in the buy now, pay later market.
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Exclusive: Numeric grabs $28M Series A to automate accounting using AI

Numeric automates the accounting close process, enhancing efficiency and reducing errors through AI integration.

Real estate investment leaders talk build-to-rent homes and affordability solutions

Pretium is revolutionizing the single-family rental sector by leveraging technology to streamline investments and eliminate reliance on traditional financial intermediaries.

UWM beefs up AI chatbot with instant feedback on products and comp

UWM's enhanced AI chatbot simplifies mortgage processes for brokers by using document uploads to calculate income and recommend suitable loan products.
#investment

AI startup gets green light for stock picking chatbot

AI is transforming investment advice through chatbots, with emphasis on algorithmic trust over human advisors.

Budapest-based startup PastPay secures 12M - Silicon Canals

PastPay secured €12M in Series A funding to enhance B2B payment solutions, indicating strong investor confidence in the digitized payment market.

Lithuania's regtech firm AMLYZE bags 2.3M in Seed funding

AMLYZE secures €2.35M Seed funding to expand anti-financial crime services for banks and fintechs.
The funding will develop a cross-border information-sharing platform for enhanced financial compliance.

AI startup gets green light for stock picking chatbot

AI is transforming investment advice through chatbots, with emphasis on algorithmic trust over human advisors.

Budapest-based startup PastPay secures 12M - Silicon Canals

PastPay secured €12M in Series A funding to enhance B2B payment solutions, indicating strong investor confidence in the digitized payment market.

Lithuania's regtech firm AMLYZE bags 2.3M in Seed funding

AMLYZE secures €2.35M Seed funding to expand anti-financial crime services for banks and fintechs.
The funding will develop a cross-border information-sharing platform for enhanced financial compliance.
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#tokenization

Tokenization Allows More Efficient Collateral Transfers, Digital Asset, Euroclear and World Gold Council Found in Pilot Project

Tokenized assets can expedite inter-day margin calls, enhancing financial transaction efficiency beyond traditional constraints.

More than 40 Firms Join Central Bank Group to Explore Tokenization for Cross-Border Payments

Project Agorá aims to enhance wholesale cross-border payments through tokenization, involving over 40 financial firms.

UK Finance, Member Banks See Benefits During Experimental Phase of a Tokenization, CBDC Platform

U.K. Finance completed the experimental phase of a tokenization and CBDC platform, aiming to enhance economic value and payment functionalities.

Tokenization Allows More Efficient Collateral Transfers, Digital Asset, Euroclear and World Gold Council Found in Pilot Project

Tokenized assets can expedite inter-day margin calls, enhancing financial transaction efficiency beyond traditional constraints.

More than 40 Firms Join Central Bank Group to Explore Tokenization for Cross-Border Payments

Project Agorá aims to enhance wholesale cross-border payments through tokenization, involving over 40 financial firms.

UK Finance, Member Banks See Benefits During Experimental Phase of a Tokenization, CBDC Platform

U.K. Finance completed the experimental phase of a tokenization and CBDC platform, aiming to enhance economic value and payment functionalities.
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DOJ to accuse Visa of illegally monopolizing US debit card market

The US Justice Department will file a lawsuit against Visa for alleged monopolistic practices in the debit card market.

How to Leverage Fintech for Efficient Cash Management | Entrepreneur

Efficient cash flow management is crucial for startups facing competition and resource constraints.
Fintech solutions can simplify cash management by providing real-time tracking and forecasting capabilities.

Nigeria's Crypto Thaw: Not What It Seems

Nigeria has shifted from banning crypto to developing a regulatory framework to encourage its ecosystem while maintaining security.

Nationwide development platform uses Red Hat technology | Computer Weekly

Nationwide Building Society uses Red Hat OpenShift for enhanced data integration and application development, significantly improving processing speed and service availability.

Chime proves that financial branding doesn't have to be boring

Chime's brand refresh successfully combines playfulness with an essence of empowerment to connect with diverse audiences.
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