In an effort to transform the landscape of cross-border payments in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Mastercard has announced a strategic partnership with Buna, the Arab Regional Payment System. This collaboration integrates Mastercard Move, a cutting-edge cross-border money transfer platform, with Buna’s robust regional payment infrastructure. Established by the Arab Monetary Fund in 2018, Buna is renowned
With the recent surge in Bitcoin prices drawing attention from investors and the broader financial community, the discourse around the cryptocurrency market’s volatility has intensified. Notably, CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju has taken a prudent stance, reflecting on the renewed interest in Bitcoin partly fueled by former US President Trump declaring himself as the next president. Ju emphasizes the importance
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is poised to revolutionize foreign exchange (FX) transactions by introducing an instant settlement service via its Kinexys blockchain platform, previously known as Onyx. This initiative highlights JPMorgan’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge blockchain technology in global finance. The new service will initially facilitate USD to EUR conversions, aiming to slash settlement times from up to two days
In recent years, the integration of blockchain technology into global finance has become a key focus for numerous enterprises. Ant International is at the forefront of this movement, aiming to revolutionize global treasury management through its innovative Whale blockchain platform. The platform’s recent expansion to support real-time cross-border treasury solutions has garnered significant attention, especially with its partnerships with Standard
In a significant move towards modernizing the financial investment landscape, Ozean, a blockchain platform focused on real-world asset (RWA) yield generation, has teamed up with Clearpool and HELIX to transform how private credit and fixed-income assets are managed. This partnership aims to harness the power of blockchain technology to broaden the reach of off-chain investments, offering a new paradigm for
Affirm, a premier payment network dedicated to empowering consumers and driving merchant growth, has launched its pay-over-time options in the UK, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy. This move aligns seamlessly with Affirm’s mission to offer responsible and transparent financial choices. With a growing demand in the UK for buy now, pay later (BNPL) services that eliminate
NatWest, a leading UK banking institution, and Mastercard, a global payment solutions provider, have launched a groundbreaking mobile virtual card solution for UK businesses called Approval2Buy with Mobile Virtual Cards. This innovative payment system aims to simplify and secure corporate payments by leveraging Mastercard’s advanced technology. The mobile virtual card allows for instantaneous generation and usage through digital wallets for
The financial industry is witnessing a significant transformation with the introduction of a Bitcoin-integrated wealth management service by Strive, an asset management firm led by entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy. This innovative move marks a pivotal shift in how traditional asset management firms are adapting to the evolving demands of modern investors. By integrating Bitcoin into their wealth management services, Strive is
A groundbreaking collaboration between Jambo, a prominent developer of Web3 mobile infrastructure, and Lif3, an omni-chain DeFi Layer-1 ecosystem, is set to revolutionize financial inclusion in developing countries by utilizing blockchain-based technology. This strategic partnership introduces an affordable digital financial solution embedded within Jambo’s $99 smartphones, targeting regions where a significant portion of the population remains unbanked and smartphone penetration
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is ambitiously expanding its Global Layer One (GL1) blockchain project, intending to establish a core blockchain infrastructure for various financial applications. Initially collaborating with five major banks—BNY Mellon, Citi, J.P. Morgan, MUFG, and Societe Generale-FORGE—MAS has now welcomed HSBC and Euroclear into the initiative, underscoring its commitment to transforming the financial sector with this
The holiday season is a time of joy and giving, but it can also bring financial stress that looms over the festivities. With the rising popularity of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) schemes, many shoppers are turning to this payment option to spread the cost of their holiday purchases over a period of time. While this method offers the allure
The fintech industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of embedded finance, a concept that integrates financial services seamlessly within non-financial company platforms or applications, providing a unified and comprehensive experience for both consumers and businesses. This transformative approach is changing the landscape of traditional banking and financial services by making monetary transactions more accessible and user-friendly. As
