Institutional interest in crypto infrastructure remains robust. EDX Markets operates under a non-custodial model, while Augustus is positioning itself as a federally chartered bank to provide compliant dollar-denominated clearing services for stablecoins.
Jasmine··2 min read
PayPal has received a $53 billion takeover bid from Stripe and Advent International. While the board currently views the offer as undervalued, the potential merger would reshape the digital payment landscape and face significant antitrust scrutiny.
Leo··2 min read
Ant International has secured $1.2 billion to fuel its global expansion in cross-border payments and fintech solutions, with a strong focus on capturing growth in Southeast Asia and emerging markets.
Leo··2 min read
The financial sector is shifting from AI assistance to agentic AI, enhancing operational efficiency and risk management, with APAC firms accelerating AI transformation.
Jason··2 min read
Fintech firm Ramp's valuation tripled to $44 billion in a single year, driven by intense investor demand for AI-powered financial management solutions.
Jasmine··2 min read
The rise of agentic commerce is pushing Microsoft and Amex to build new governance and transaction security frameworks for autonomous AI agents.
Jason··2 min read
Block has integrated 'Managerbot' into its Square platform, marking a strategic move to provide proactive, autonomous business management insights for small enterprises without requiring manual input.
Jason··2 min read
Polymarket has entered into a major partnership with Major League Baseball in March 2026, marking a significant step for prediction markets into the mainstream. However, this expansion is met with growing political opposition and regulatory scrutiny from the CFTC and former government officials concerned about market manipulation. As news organizations begin to integrate these markets as data sources, the industry faces critical questions regarding its legal status and ethical impact.
Jessy··3 min read