All articles by Swagath Bandhakavi
Swagath Bandhakavi
Fiserv acquires CCV
Acquisition enhances Fiserv’s payment solutions capabilities and innovation across European market
Morgan Stanley plans 2,000 layoffs as part of efficiency drive
The US-based investment bank had over 80,000 employees globally at the end of last year
Digital wallet provider Curve raises £37m to bolster growth and innovation
The funding is allocated for Curve’s 2025 plans, including product launches and customer-focused improvements, strengthening its financial position to expedite profitability and support ongoing growth
Ripple gains approval to offer blockchain-powered payments in Dubai’s DIFC
The licence marks Ripple’s first regulatory approval in the Middle East, enabling the company to offer blockchain-powered payment services to businesses within DIFC
MGX makes $2bn investment in cryptocurrency exchange Binance
The deal, which involves acquiring a minority stake in Binance, marks MGX’s initial entry into the cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors
AuthenticID and Authvia join forces to provide secure, frictionless digital payments
This collaboration ensures that only verified users can send or receive payments, eliminating fraud risk while making transactions faster, safer, and more convenient
UK govt plans to integrate Payment Systems Regulator into FCA framework
The British government’s decision is part of an initiative to streamline financial regulation and promote economic growth
StoneX to acquire Benchmark, adding capabilities in investment banking
This strategic acquisition will strengthen StoneX’s offerings in equity and debt capital markets
J. Safra Sarasin to acquire 70% stake in Danish fintech firm Saxo Bank
J. Safra Sarasin seeks to broaden its reach and strengthen its position in the global financial services industry through this acquisition