AI in banking, payments, trading and insurance — fraud models, robo-advisors and the regulators watching them.
355 articles
Fireblocks has officially launched Fireblocks Flow at the Money 20/20 conference. This new infrastructure solution aims to enhance payment growth and operational efficiency for crypto enterprises.
Bloomberg Technology · 109d ago
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) plans to connect its tokenized securities platform to the Stellar blockchain. This move aims to enhance asset distribution and infrastructure for institutional finance.
Bloomberg Technology · 109d ago
CommBank is providing its technologists with opportunities to upskill by working alongside frontier AI companies at its San Francisco Tech Hub. This initiative aims to integrate global AI expertise into the bank's operations.
iTNews Australia · 109d ago
Apple is developing a new bill-splitting feature for iPhone to compete with third-party financial apps. The tool will allow users to photograph receipts and assign costs to different individuals.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 110d ago
Tencent has enabled PayPal users to make payments via the WeChat Pay merchant network in China. This integration allows US-based PayPal users to scan QR codes at millions of Chinese merchants.
The Next Web (TNW) · 110d ago
CITIC Securities predicts that bank fundamentals will continue to recover, driven by the shift from 'agency' to 'advisory' wealth management models. The integration of FOF-based asset allocation platforms is a key driver for this transformation.
36氪 · 110d ago
Chinese firms are shifting focus from Southeast Asia to Latin America, moving beyond simple product exports to providing comprehensive digital infrastructure including payments, logistics, and fintech. Success in this region requires deep localization, particularly in navigating fragmented payment systems like Pix and complex local tax regulations.
虎嗅 · 112d ago
The article discusses the trend of automating debt collection calls using AI. It examines the shift toward using conversational AI to handle sensitive and repetitive financial communications.
Wired AI · 116d ago
South Korea is amending the Foreign Exchange Transactions Act to mandate registration for crypto platforms handling cross-border transfers. The move aims to curb illegal activities and strengthen foreign exchange market stability.
36氪 · 116d ago
London-based payment startup Primer has raised €86.2 million in Series C funding to accelerate its US market expansion. The company plans to leverage this capital to advance its autonomous AI-driven payment and finance infrastructure.
The Next Web (TNW) · 122d ago
AustralianSuper, Australia's largest pension fund, has hired its first head of artificial intelligence. This move signals a strategic shift as the financial sector seeks to integrate AI into retirement planning and investment operations.
Bloomberg Technology · 122d ago
Stripe President John Collison discusses the shift toward 'agentic commerce,' where AI agents autonomously handle shopping and transactions. This transition marks a fundamental change in how internet commerce infrastructure must be designed to support non-human users.
Bloomberg Technology · 126d ago
After transforming payments through its home-grown real-time payments system, India is exploring artificial intelligence as the next phase of financial innovation. The shift could reshape how financial services are delivered across the country.
Bloomberg Technology · 11d ago
The article reviews nine years of cross-border payment companies serving business that traditional banks could not easily handle. It argues that AI is changing competition toward platforms that use AI to build proprietary data assets and strengthen core infrastructure, rather than merely improving efficiency.
钛媒体 · 26d ago
Ant International has launched a dedicated financial AI model, according to a fintech industry roundup. The update appears alongside broader developments in digital currency, banking, insurance, and stablecoin regulation.
钛媒体 · 26d ago
This article examines how AI Coding is being applied across the software development lifecycle in financial technology. It focuses on moving beyond code generation toward a more integrated engineering workflow.
InfoQ中国 · 34d ago
The article argues that Shenzhen and Hong Kong should deepen cooperation by preserving their distinct strengths rather than becoming identical cities. It proposes cross-border collaboration spanning university research, AI and biotech commercialization, financial services, international certification, and global expansion.
虎嗅 · 38d ago
AI is beginning to enter loan-screening workflows, potentially addressing delays and other inefficiencies in corporate financing. The article examines how AI-based assessment could change both lenders’ review processes and the conditions companies must meet to obtain funding.
ITmedia AI+ (日本) · 47d ago
Nigerian fintech Duplo has partnered with Wema Bank to distribute its business software to the bank's commercial clients. This move highlights a growing trend of financial institutions integrating third-party fintech solutions rather than building proprietary tools.
TechCabal · 57d ago
Trump Media is launching the 'Truth API' on August 1st, providing businesses with high-speed access to influential posts on Truth Social. The service is designed to help financial entities track market-moving content in real-time.
The Verge · 64d ago
Guangfa Fund is undergoing a major organizational shift, moving away from reliance on individual 'star' fund managers toward a platform-based, team-driven investment model to comply with new regulatory standards and improve long-term performance.
虎嗅 · 65d ago
Hong Kong has approved the Baillie Gifford Enhanced Yield Fund, the city's first digitally native tokenised fund. This move allows professional investors to hold direct ownership of assets on a public blockchain, signaling Hong Kong's ambition to become a global crypto hub.
SCMP Technology · 66d ago
Financial institutions are evolving from traditional lenders to active enablers of urban renewal, moving beyond 'land finance' to sustainable investment models. New strategies include 'mortgage-linked renovation' and long-term loans for operational projects.
虎嗅 · 66d ago
Former Branch CEO Rose Muturi has been appointed to lead Moniepoint's expansion in Kenya. This move signals the fintech unicorn's transition from regulatory compliance to active banking operations in East Africa.
TechCabal · 67d ago
Tesla introduced a 'Guaranteed Future Value' (GFV) program in Australia for Model 3 and Model Y buyers. This initiative allows customers to lock in a future buyback price, mitigating the financial impact of sudden price cuts on loan-financed vehicles.
IT之家 · 67d ago
Fintech startup Flex secured $70 million in a Series B1 round led by Ryan Smith’s Halo fund. The capital will support the global expansion of its AI-driven private banking platform.
The Next Web (TNW) · 67d ago
The eight-country WAEMU region is strategizing to build a highly connected fintech ecosystem. Stakeholders at Catapult Africa 2026 are focusing on overcoming regional interoperability challenges.
TechCabal · 67d ago
The European Central Bank has selected 36 payment service providers, including Revolut, UniCredit, and Deutsche Bank, to participate in the upcoming digital euro trial. This initiative marks a significant step in testing the infrastructure and feasibility of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in Europe.
Bloomberg Technology · 67d ago
Bitcoin communities and fintech startups in Africa are testing two distinct models to integrate cryptocurrency payments into everyday retail commerce. This shift highlights the evolving landscape of digital finance adoption in emerging markets.
TechCabal · 68d ago
A comprehensive roundup of the fintech sector, covering major bank dividends, regulatory updates, and personnel changes. It highlights key trends in digital asset custody and insurance tech.
钛媒体 · 68d ago