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Finovate IMPACT: NYC Fintech Funding Forum Launched
Finovate launches IMPACT, a new NYC forum on Sept 11, connecting fintech startups (pre-Series A) with diverse investors for crucial fundraising and growth.
Meta’s $900M India Bet: CRED Investment & WhatsApp Shake-Up
Meta invests $900M in Indian fintech CRED, appointing founder Kunal Shah as global head of WhatsApp. A strategic move to dominate India’s digital commerce and payments.
Meta Invests $900M in CRED, Kunal Shah Heads WhatsApp
Meta invests $900M in Indian fintech CRED, valuing it at $4.5B. Founder Kunal Shah appointed Global Head of WhatsApp, marking a significant leadership shift.
Kunal Shah Leads WhatsApp Globally Post-Meta’s CRED Investment
CRED founder Kunal Shah appointed WhatsApp’s global head after Meta’s $900M investment in CRED. A major win for Indian fintech.
Turtlemint IPO: Strong Retail & QIB Demand Boosts Fintech Offering
Turtlemint Fintech Solutions’ IPO sees robust subscription, with significant backing from Qualified Institutional Buyers and retail investors, signaling confidence in the insurtech sector.
Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp Globally at Meta; CRED Secures $900M
CRED founder Kunal Shah joins Meta to lead WhatsApp globally. Meta invests $900M in CRED, signaling major fintech ambitions and strategic partnerships.
Meta Eyes $4B CRED Investment: India Payments Race Intensifies
Meta reportedly explores a $4 billion investment in India’s CRED, aiming to boost its presence in the competitive digital payments market against PhonePe & Google Pay.
FUTR Corp. Acquires Fintech Platform, Revenue Surges 50%+
FUTR Corp. strategically acquires a North American financial planning platform, instantly increasing revenue by over 50% and expanding its consumer reach in the fintech sector.
Meta Invests $900M in CRED, Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp Globally
Meta invests $900M in Indian fintech CRED, appointing founder Kunal Shah as global head of WhatsApp. Signals major push into India’s digital payments market.
Nadella Challenges AI Firms on Job Loss & Ethics
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella criticizes AI firms like Google & OpenAI for job loss claims, urging ethical development focused on productivity.
APAC Banks: 92% of Global Network Attacks Explained
Discover why Asia-Pacific banks are targeted in 92% of global network attacks. Explore the link between rapid fintech adoption and increased cyber vulnerabilities.
Meta Invests $900M in Cred, Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp
Meta acquires 20% of Indian fintech Cred for $900M, appointing founder Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp. Strategic move into India’s digital market & AI.
Zaggle Stock Soars on PNB Credit Card Deal, Eyes Growth
Fintech firm Zaggle’s stock jumps after a 5-year co-branding deal with Punjab National Bank for a retail credit card, signaling a major growth shift into the credit sector.
Enterprise AI Fails: Structural Issues, Not Models
Discover why enterprise AI investments falter. It’s not the models, but outdated operating models, legacy systems, and data fragmentation hindering AI’s true potential.
Turtlemint Fintech IPO Subscribes 52% on Day 2
Turtlemint Fintech’s Rs 883 crore IPO sees 52% subscription on day 2. QIBs lead demand, signaling investor interest in insurtech’s digital transformation.
AI Showdown: Japan’s Fugu AI Crushes Claude 5, Reshapes Global Tech
Sakana’s new Japanese AI system, Fugu, reportedly surpasses Anthropic’s Claude Fable 5 in coding and reasoning benchmarks, signaling a major AI industry shift.
Turtlemint Fintech IPO Struggles: Only 0.50x Subscribed by Day 2
Turtlemint Fintech Solutions’ ₹882.67 crore IPO saw only 0.50x subscription by Day 2, with retail interest rising but institutional demand subdued.
D24 Fintech Appoints Ashish Sethi as New CEO for Global Growth
D24 Fintech welcomes Ashish Sethi as CEO, leveraging his 25+ years of experience to spearhead global expansion and enhance digital infrastructure solutions for financial markets.
UK Fintech’s Global Standing Eroded by Political Instability
Chronic political volatility in the UK is undermining its fintech sector, deterring investors and stalling regulations, impacting global competitiveness.
China’s Tech War: Weaponizing Interdependence
China’s export controls and procurement bans on US firms signal a geopolitical shift, weaponizing interdependence and fragmenting global tech and trade.
Payfuture-APA: Streamlining Emerging Market Payments
Discover how Payfuture and Atlantic Partners Asia are revolutionizing cross-border payments into emerging markets with an aggregated financial infrastructure model.
Aspire Rebrands: Global Fintech Operating System for Businesses
Singaporean fintech Aspire rebrands to a global financial operating system, expanding services beyond corporate cards to serve 50,000+ businesses in 30+ markets.
PB Fintech to Engage Investors at HSBC Digital Finance Forum
PB Fintech management to connect with investors at the HSBC Digital Finance Forum on June 29, 2026. Focus on market transparency and engagement.
Knowledge Marine Wins ₹66 Cr Hybrid Ferry Order, Stock Soars
Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works secures a ₹66.11 Cr order for 10 hybrid electric ferries, boosting its shares by 8.86% and highlighting market confidence in green marine technology.
India’s Economy: Trade Protectionism & Sectoral Growth
India faces dual economic challenges: an anti-dumping probe on Resorcinol imports and moderated growth in the two-wheeler sector. Explore the implications.
Sovra Raises $2M for USDC Wallet in MENA
Fintech Sovra secures over $2M pre-seed funding to launch a USDC wallet in MENA, offering a global banking alternative with instant transfers and interest earnings.
Turtlemint IPO Subscription Slows: Key Investor Insights
Turtlemint’s ₹882.67 crore IPO sees 49% subscription on day 2. QIBs lead, retail investors follow, while NIIs lag. Get key investor insights.
Auto Discounts & SFB Capital Raise: M&M, Utkarsh Bank News
Mahindra & Mahindra and SML Mahindra offer 8% truck discounts in Delhi-NCR under a government scheme. Utkarsh Small Finance Bank plans ₹500 Cr Tier II bond raise.
M&M, Utkarsh Bank Stocks Rise on Corporate Moves
Mahindra & Mahindra’s government partnership and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank’s fundraise signal positive market momentum. Explore the growth drivers.
MoMo Vietnam: Profitability Fuels Major Stake Sale Talks
Vietnam’s fintech leader MoMo, now profitable, attracts global investors like Blackstone and MUFG for a significant stake sale, signaling strong market confidence.