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Fintech news
In this section you can find a good selection of Fintech News from different sources that may help you to develop your business.I have selected for you latest financial technology news, fintech news, fin tech news, retail banking news, wholesale banking news, blogs opinion and financial analysis; so that you can be always updated about what is happening today in the Fintech world.
- Why is Solana (SOL) price up today?by Cointelegraph by Yashu Gola on December 6, 2024
Memecoin mania and a convincing technical setup could send Solana price toward $300 by 2024's end.
- Bitcoin price metric 'bearish since October' warns analyst amid $10K dipby Cointelegraph by William Suberg on December 6, 2024
Bitcoin versus global liquidity potentially paints a grim short-term picture for BTC price action.
- XRP bulls could face ‘bloodbath’ if Bitcoin dominance rises: Analystby Cointelegraph by Ciaran Lyons on December 6, 2024
A crypto analyst said the market “could be approaching euphoria territory” with the significant amount of XRP longs “being reloaded” as the price retraces.
- Former US Treasury Secretary slams national Bitcoin reserve as ‘crazy’by Cointelegraph by Jesse Coghlan on December 6, 2024
Lawrence Summers slammed President-elect Donald Trump’s plan for a Bitcoin reserve but agreed that “crypto has been over-regulated.”
- GameStop, AMC stocks surge after cryptic Roaring Kitty postby Cointelegraph by Stephen Katte on December 6, 2024
An unofficial GameStop memecoin GME, which has no affiliation with the company, also saw a rise of up to 72% following a post from influencer Keith Gill.
- BlackRock, MARA Holdings, whale buy nearly 10K Bitcoin as price retreatsby Cointelegraph by Brayden Lindrea on December 6, 2024
The BlackRock-issued iShares Bitcoin Trust is now backed by more than $48.9 billion worth of Bitcoin, blockchain data shows.
- Investors pile a record $432M into Ether ETFs amid 9 days of inflowsby Cointelegraph by Martin Young on December 6, 2024
Over the past two weeks, spot Ether ETFs clocked in more than $1.3 billion in inflows as the cryptocurrency rallied to almost $4,000.
- How $100K Bitcoin impacts the wealth gap in the digital ageby Cointelegraph by Zoltan Vardai on December 6, 2024
Even above $100,000, Bitcoin offers a revolutionary platform for financial inclusion, particularly in developing regions with no banking infrastructure.
- Australia to crack down on crypto ATM providers, citing money laundering riskby Cointelegraph by Stephen Katte on December 6, 2024
Australia has the third-largest number of crypto ATMs globally and regulators are worried that they may be facilitating financial crime.
- Trump names ex-PayPal COO David Sacks as ‘AI and crypto czar’by Cointelegraph by Jesse Coghlan on December 6, 2024
Donald Trump has appointed PayPal’s former chief operating officer, David Sacks, now known for co-hosting a podcast, as his top AI and crypto adviser.
- The Ultimate ‘I Told You So’: Community Celebrates $100K Bitcoin Milestoneby Sergio Goschenko on December 6, 2024
Defying fiat currencies, naysayers, and bear markets, bitcoin, the premier cryptocurrency, has recently reached a milestone by breaking the $100k mark for the first time in its history. Members of the bitcoin community celebrated this achievement, proclaiming that it is still early days for the asset. Bitcoin Breaks $100K, Holders Celebrate Milestone Bitcoin, the cryptocurrency
- Phantom Wallet Gets a Boost, Adds Support for Suiby Bitcoin.com on December 6, 2024
Phantom Wallet, one of the most popular cryptocurrency wallets in the market, has recently announced that it will add support for Sui, an agile blockchain platform offering users fast processing times and low transaction fees. The wallet, which boasts a monthly active user base of over 7 million, will now add Sui to the four
- AI Agents and Onchain Government Bonds Will Shape Crypto in 2025: A16z Predictionsby Emmanuel Musa on December 6, 2024
From AI agents to onchain government bonds, A16z highlights the trends that could shape the crypto industry in 2025. A16z Goes Big on Crypto Predictions Andreessen Horowitz (A16z) has published its yearly list of tech predictions, as it anticipates the revolutionary potential of blockchain technology in 2025. This comes on the heels of bitcoin crossing
- FBI Cracks $8.3M Crypto Fraud: Launderer Sentenced to Prison and $2.3M Repaymentby Bitcoin.com on December 6, 2024
A Maryland Heights man, Richard Charles Appelbaum III, has been sentenced to three years in prison and ordered to repay $2.3 million for his role in laundering millions through cryptocurrency. Appelbaum, 40, conspired with others to funnel proceeds from Business Email Compromise (BEC) and romance fraud schemes into cryptocurrency via Coins2trade. Recruited by “E.S.,” allegedly
- Semler Scientific Acquires 303 BTC, Doubles Down on Bitcoin Treasury Strategyby Frederick Munawa on December 6, 2024
The company now holds a total of 1,873 BTC in its corporate treasury. Healthcare Technology Company Sells Shares To Buy Bitcoin Medical device firm Semler Scientific (Nasdaq: SMLR) purchased 303 bitcoin (BTC) between November 25 and December 4, bringing its total bitcoin holdings to 1,873, worth nearly $190 million at current prices. The purchase cost
- Putin Confirms Digital Ruble Integration in Russia’s Federal Budgetby Bitcoin.com on December 6, 2024
Russia is set to integrate its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital ruble, into its federal budget system starting next year, with nationwide adoption targeted by July 1, 2025, President Vladimir Putin announced at the 15th VTB Russia Calling! Investment Forum. Highlighting ongoing efforts to enhance business efficiency, Putin emphasized the development of infrastructure
- Gary Gensler Quietly Sets Aggressive Crypto Crackdown in Motion Before Leaving, Warns Former SEC Officialby Kevin Helms on December 6, 2024
SEC Chair Gary Gensler is orchestrating a last-minute push to cement aggressive crypto enforcement, with secret promotions signaling a looming regulatory crackdown despite leadership changes. Former SEC Official Warns of Crypto Crackdown Despite Incoming Pro-Crypto Chair John Reed Stark, former head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Office of Internet Enforcement, has highlighted
- Trump Appoints David Sacks as AI and Crypto Czarby Bitcoin.com on December 6, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump has announced via Truth Social the appointment of entrepreneur and investor David O. Sacks as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.” In this newly created role, Sacks will lead policy initiatives in artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, areas Trump describes as “critical to the future of American competitiveness.” A prominent figure in
- XRP Wobbles but Won’t Fall: Weekly Gains and Prediction Buzz Persistby Jamie Redman on December 6, 2024
On Thursday, while bitcoin hit an all-time high in price, XRP, currently the fourth-largest cryptocurrency, faced a less fortunate day. It dropped 3.9% against the U.S. dollar. Despite the slip, XRP remains on an impressive upward trajectory, boasting a 56% gain over the past week. From $2.25 to Big Bets on Polymarket: XRP’s Tumultuous Ride
- Binance Launches Onchain Yields With Bitcoin Stakingby Emmanuel Musa on December 6, 2024
Binance is doubling down on its commitment to bridging traditional finance and defi with the introduction of Babylon bitcoin staking. Earn Passive Income By Staking Bitcoin on Binance Binance has unveiled its latest offering for decentralized finance (defi) with onchain yields through Babylon bitcoin Staking. The announcement stated that this initiative aims to provide users
- Temasek creates S$10bn private credit fundby Andrew Tjaardstra on December 6, 2024
This portfolio will be managed by a team of 15 credit investment professionals across offices in New York, London and Singapore, and will be led by Nicolas Debetencourt.
- HSBC confirms Asia, Middle East leadership under new structureby Andrew Tjaardstra on December 6, 2024
Jo Miyake to become head of banking, Asia and the Middle East, under its new Corporate and Institutional Banking unit, while Selim Kervanci will become CEO of the Middle East.
- BRI’s recent award triumphs point to its focus on becoming a champion of financial inclusionby Bank Rakyat Indonesia on December 3, 2024
Bank Rakyat Indonesia’s efforts directed towards its home country’s large MSME sector is poised have a significant positive impact on the Indonesian economy
- Eza Hill expands into Indonesia with deals for three logistics hubsby Andrew Tjaardstra on November 28, 2024
The Singapore real asset business, backed by Hillhouse, has bought logistics' assets worth $148m from a ESR Group fund, as it eyes SEA expansion.
- FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2024: the winnersby Andrew Tjaardstra on November 26, 2024
All the winners of the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2024 across the five categories.
- DBS’ chief data and transformation officer on ‘human' AI in bankingby Nishtha Asthana on November 19, 2024
Nimish Panchmatia says that AI is transforming banking, shifting the focus from transactional efficiency to a more human-centred approach that considers the long-term impacts on people and society.
- FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2024: Apac's best deals revealedby FinanceAsia Editors on November 19, 2024
Read on to find out the winners of our Deal Awards – Asia Pacific.
- CBRE hires Hugh Macdonald as Apac head of capital advisersby Andrew Tjaardstra on November 18, 2024
The banking veteran has joined the real estate and investment firm in Sydney from Deutsche Bank; he will relocate to Singapore in 2025.
- Capital Group appoints Apac MD for global financial institutionsby Andrew Tjaardstra on November 18, 2024
Singapore-based Marketa Dvorak started earlier this month at the active asset manager and was previously at Wellington Management.
- Hemisphere Ventures opens in Singapore amid SEA expansionby Andrew Tjaardstra on November 14, 2024
The US venture capital firm has made early-stage investments in space, cybersecurity, biotech, nanotech, drones and robotics; recently promoted Chip Whittemore will lead the team.
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