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Midjourney’s Radiation-Free Body Scanner: MRI Alternative

Midjourney introduces Midjourney Medical, a revolutionary ultrasonic full-body scanner offering detailed, radiation-free scans in 60 seconds. A potential MRI game-changer.

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Mulugu’s First IT Firm SRIA Infotech Hires 15 Locals

Telangana’s Mulugu district welcomes its first IT firm, SRIA Infotech, hiring 15 local youths to boost tech development and curb urban migration.

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Trace Finance Raises $32M Series A for Global Stablecoin Payments

Trace Finance secures $32M Series A led by CoinFund to expand global stablecoin payment solutions. Already processed $10B in value.

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a16z Leads $33M for Telepatia’s AI Healthcare in LatAm

Andreessen Horowitz invests $33M in Telepatia, an AI platform revolutionizing healthcare in Latin America by addressing clinician shortages and preventing medical errors.

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Tamil Nadu & IN-SPACe Launch Space Manufacturing Hub

Tamil Nadu partners with IN-SPACe to establish a Common Technical Facility in Thoothukudi, boosting private space systems manufacturing and testing in India.

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K2 Investments Fuels Tonik Digital Bank’s Philippine Expansion

K2 Investments injects Pre-Series C funding into Tonik Digital Bank, accelerating the Philippine fintech’s growth and expansion plans for 2026.

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India’s Fintech IPO Market Revival: Turtlemint & Razorpay Lead

India’s fintech IPO market is reviving with Turtlemint’s Rs 883 crore offering and Razorpay’s SEBI filing, signaling a shift towards profitability and sustainable models.

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Houston Fintech RDC Raises $7M for Digital Asset DR Expansion

Houston’s Receipts Depositary Corporation (RDC) secures $7M in funding led by LiveOak Ventures to expand its digital and alternative asset depositary receipt offerings.

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Sovra Secures $2M+ Pre-Seed for Global Dollar Accounts

FinTech Sovra raises over $2M in pre-seed funding led by Pharsalus Capital to launch global dollar accounts for secure USDC management and spending.

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MDBH: Deep Tech Platform to Revitalize Microcap Markets

MDBH launches IP-driven deep tech companies via a full-stack platform and in-house services, aiming to revitalize microcap markets with transparent asset valuation.

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Huawei Cloud & Thndr Partner for AI Fintech in Egypt

Huawei Cloud and Thndr unite to drive AI-powered fintech innovation in Egypt, accelerating digital transformation and financial inclusion.

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Flutterwave Hits $3.3B Valuation with Ripple Investment

FinTech Flutterwave achieves a $3.3 billion valuation after a strategic investment from Ripple, aiming to enhance cross-border payments across Africa.

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SpaceX Acquires AI Coding Startup Cursor for $60B

SpaceX is acquiring AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion, boosting its enterprise AI market presence and strengthening its xAI division.

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India Leads Asian FinTech in Q1 2026 with 35% of Deals; China Rises

India Dominates Asian FinTech in Q1 2026: 35% of Deals

India leads Asian FinTech in Q1 2026 with 35% of deals and $1.8B funding. China sees a strong comeback, while Uzbekistan’s Uzum raises $130M.

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INNOCEAN & SBVA Launch ‘UP 2026’ for AI Startup Growth

INNOCEAN partners with SBVA on ‘UP 2026’, accelerating 10+ AI & data startups to foster strategic collaborations and new revenue models.

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Ripple Invests in Flutterwave: African Fintech Valued at $3.3B

Ripple acquires a minority stake in Flutterwave, valuing the African fintech at $3.3 billion. This expands Ripple’s crypto payment solutions across Africa.

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CitroTech’s Eco-Safe Wildfire Prevention Tech Featured by B2i Digital

B2i Digital highlights CitroTech Inc.’s patented, eco-safe fire inhibitor solutions for wildfire prevention, now seeking investor engagement and market expansion.

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Fintech Meetup Europe Debuts in Lisbon 2026

Fintech Meetup, the world’s largest fintech networking event, launches in Lisbon, Portugal, October 6-8, 2026. Expect 2,500+ attendees and 25,000+ meetings.

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Ripple Invests in Flutterwave: $3.2B African Payments Boost

Ripple strategically invests in Flutterwave’s $3.2B Series E, integrating RLUSD and XRP Ledger to transform African cross-border payments with real-time settlement.

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SEVEN Launches 7 Ring Air: Wearable Payments Made Easy

Fintech startup SEVEN introduces the 7 Ring Air, a new wearable device democratizing payments for wider accessibility and seamless transactions.

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Ex-Banker’s Fintech Regret: Return to High Finance?

A disillusioned ex-investment banker regrets her fintech startup venture and seeks advice on re-entering high finance, missing banking’s prestige and dynamism.

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Razorpay Files Confidentially for IPO, Aims for $500-600M

Fintech giant Razorpay has confidentially filed draft IPO papers with SEBI, aiming to raise $500-600 million. Learn about their growth and financial outlook.

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Fintech + Insurtech Conference: Charlotte Fintech Week Highlights Innovation

Charlotte Fintech Week’s FIG conference, hosted by RevTech Labs, showcased fintech and insurtech innovation with AI applications, startup pitches, and global leader insights.

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PatSnap IPO: Singapore IP Firm Eyes $2B+ Dual Listing in HK

Singapore’s IP tech leader PatSnap files for a $2B+ dual IPO in Singapore and Hong Kong, potentially paving the way for other SEA startups.

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India’s FinTech Future: ETBFSI FinNext 2026 Summit

India’s FinTech sector is entering a new era of AI innovation and sustainable growth. The ETBFSI FinNext 2026 Summit will gather leaders to shape its future strategy.

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Global Finance Names Top Financial Innovation Labs 2026

Global Finance Magazine reveals the 2026 Best Financial Innovation Labs, highlighting institutions driving fintech transformation through tech, talent, and strategic vision.

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SaaScada Opens Singapore HQ for APAC Core Banking Modernization

SaaScada launches Singapore HQ to drive core banking modernization in APAC. CEO Nelson Wootton leads expansion, focusing on product development and AI integration.

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Razorpay Files for $600M IPO, Targets $5-6B Valuation

Fintech unicorn Razorpay confidentially files for a $600-700M IPO, targeting a $5-6B valuation, a revised figure from its previous $7.5B valuation.

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KOHO Becomes a Unicorn, Eyes Canadian Banking License

Canadian fintech KOHO achieves unicorn status with a C$130M raise, valuing it at C$1.33B. The company now aims for a federal banking license to challenge the Big Five.

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India’s Fintech Boom: $1.5T AUM by 2030, Driving Inclusion

India’s fintech sector is set to manage $1.5 trillion in assets by 2030, becoming a global leader and driving financial inclusion. Discover the key drivers.

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