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SEA Fintech Funding Cools, But Singapore and Airwallex Still Shine

SEA Fintech Funding Dips, Airwallex & Singapore Shine

Southeast Asia’s fintech funding saw a 4% dip in H1 2026. Airwallex raised $320M, and Singapore dominated tech funding, indicating a selective market.

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AI in Finance: RBI Report on Stability Risks & Benefits

RBI’s Financial Stability Report reveals AI’s dual role: enhancing security while posing risks like sophisticated cyberattacks. Explore the impact.

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Payment Software: The Backbone of Digital Transition

Discover how HPS, a Morocco-based fintech, is crucial for the global shift to digital payments, especially in emerging markets. Explore their payment software solutions.

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Oman’s Fintech Vision 2040: Diversifying Beyond Oil

Oman is strategically building its fintech sector as a cornerstone of Vision 2040, diversifying its economy beyond oil with digital finance and strong regulations.

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Nigeria’s Cybersecurity Brain Drain: A Growing Threat

Nigeria’s digital economy is under threat as skilled cybersecurity experts leave for better opportunities abroad, increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks.

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Paytm Expands to Europe with Luxembourg Fintech License

Indian fintech leader Paytm secures a Payment Institution Licence in Luxembourg, enabling regulated payment services and merchant solutions across the European market.

Philippines QR Ph Payments Explode Over 510%, Dominating Digital Transactions

Philippines QR PH Payments Surge 510%, Dominating Digital Transactions

QR Ph payments in the Philippines skyrocket over 510% in H1 2026, capturing 55% of PayMongo’s volume. Discover the shift to mobile payments.

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Bangladesh NBFI Crisis: Regulatory Action & Systemic Risk

Bangladesh Bank liquidates 5 NBFIs and offers 4 others recovery time, tackling systemic risk and safeguarding 27,000 depositors. Learn about the regulatory resolution.

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MiCA Regulation: Revolut Ditches USDT Amid EU Crypto Shift

Revolut discontinues Tether (USDT) support by Aug 31, 2026, due to MiCA regulations. Explore the impact on the European stablecoin market.

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GCash Cuts InstaPay Fee to P10, Sparks Fintech Price War

GCash reduces InstaPay transfer fee to P10 effective July 4, 2026, intensifying fintech competition and making digital transactions cheaper for Filipinos.

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Revolut Delists USDT in Europe: MiCA Regulation Impact

Revolut is delisting Tether (USDT) for European users due to the EU’s MiCA regulation. Learn about the compliance shifts and risks for stablecoins.

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MiCA Framework Transforms Europe’s Stablecoin Market

Europe’s MiCA framework is reshaping the stablecoin market, forcing platforms like Revolut to delist non-compliant assets, highlighting a growing adoption divide.

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Reliance Capital Ex-CFO Arrested: Investor Impact

Former Reliance Capital CFO Amit Bapna arrested by CBI for alleged loan diversion. Understand the implications for corporate governance and investors.

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Revolut Stops USDT Support: Sell or Transfer by Aug 31

Revolut is ending USDT support. Users must sell or transfer their Tether holdings by August 31 to avoid automatic conversion to fiat.

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Pakistan Boosts Housing Finance with NBFC Inclusion

Pakistan expands affordable housing finance access by integrating Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) into the Apna Ghar Programme, enhancing reach for underserved segments.

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Wultra Raises €6.8M for Post-Quantum Digital Identity

Wultra secures €6.8M Series A led by Seventure Partners to expand its post-quantum digital identity solutions for global banks and fintechs, combating AI fraud.

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Revolut to Delist USDT by 2026 Amid EU Crypto Regulations

Revolut will cease USDT support by August 2026 due to new EU crypto regulations, highlighting increased scrutiny on stablecoins and impacting fintech.

Sudan Revokes Fintech License Amid UAE Ties Controversy

Sudan Revokes Fintech License Amid UAE Ties Controversy

Sudan’s Central Bank cancels Al-Asjad’s fintech license due to controversy over its launch and alleged UAE ties, signaling stricter financial regulations.

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Stablecoin Trust & Integration: Key to Adoption Beyond Regulation

Radi El Haj of RS2 emphasizes that stablecoin adoption hinges on operational trust and seamless integration, not just regulation. Learn why.

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Revolut Delists USDT: Crypto Regulation Tightens

Revolut to delist Tether’s USDT stablecoin by August 2026 due to regulatory and risk concerns, impacting crypto investors and signaling market shifts.

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SoFi Stock Soars: Q1 Revenue & Fintech Hype Drive SOFI

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) stock surges on strong Q1 2026 revenue growth and fintech hype, with aggressive price targets and technical breakouts signaling major disruption.

Saudi Arabia's $3.9B Private Debt Surge Reshapes GCC Startup Funding

Saudi Arabia Dominates GCC Private Debt for Startups

Saudi Arabia leads GCC private debt surge, capturing 95% of $4.1B in 2025, reshaping startup funding dynamics and surpassing traditional VC.

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Reliance Capital CFO Arrest: Loan Diversion Scandal

CBI arrests Reliance Capital’s ex-CFO over alleged loan diversion within Reliance ADA Group, sparking corporate governance concerns and regulatory scrutiny.

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Digital Platforms Revolutionize European Finance: Hypoport SE Case Study

Explore how digital platforms like Hypoport SE are transforming European financial intermediation, streamlining mortgages, insurance, and consumer finance.

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Corporate Bonds Surge: ₹16,000 Cr Raised, Boosts Debt Portfolio Stability

India’s corporate bond market raises ₹16,000 Cr, driven by RBI measures and investor confidence. Discover what this means for your debt portfolio’s stability.

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Revolut Delists Tether (USDT) in Europe by 2026

Revolut to delist Tether (USDT) by August 2026, impacting European crypto access and regulatory compliance. Learn what this means for users.

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JPMorgan CEO Succession: A Strategic Framework for Continuity

JPMorgan Chase’s co-president appointments reveal a multi-year CEO succession plan, using compensation to ensure leadership stability and continuity.

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MiCA Regulation: Revolut Delists USDT in Europe

Revolut removes Tether’s USDT for European users by Aug 31, 2026, due to EU’s MiCA regulations. Learn about the impact on stablecoins.

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Paytm Europe Gets Luxembourg License for EU Expansion

Paytm Europe secures a key payment license in Luxembourg, marking a significant step towards expanding its fintech services across the European Union market.

MercadoLibre's Credit Card Boom Signals Major Fintech Upside

MercadoLibre’s Credit Card Growth Fuels Fintech Potential

MercadoLibre’s credit card portfolio doubled to $6.6B in Q1 2026, signaling massive fintech upside despite short-term margin pressures. Explore the growth.

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