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Affirm: Contrarian Fintech Play (NASDAQ:AFRM)
The Asian Investor 31.77K Followers Affirm Holdings (AFRM) faces a delay in the rate-cut catalyst as the Fed held federal fund rates steady last week. Despite the rate environment, AFRM's fundamentals remain robust, with a 22% Y/Y increase in…
Bitpanda launches blockchain for tokenized assets aimed at European banks, fintechs
Vienna-based crypto broker Bitpanda is launching a new blockchain network aimed at bringing tokenized assets into Europe's regulated financial system, as institutions look to move toward always-on markets. The company said Wednesday that its…
Portland fintech firm launches AI platform for 'skip-a-pay' programs
Portland fintech firm Constant AI unveiled an “agentic AI” platform for “skip-a-pay” programs. It's the first such software program in the industry, according to the company. Skip-a-pay is the financial services industry…
Cross-border fintech Hanpass surges on Kosdaq debut
Hanpass, a South Korean fintech firm specializing in overseas remittances for foreign residents, soared on the tech-heavy Kosdaq upon its market debut Wednesday, paving the way for global expansion. The stock traded at 41,000 won ($27) on the…
Elizabeth Warren questions MrBeast's purchase of fintech app
Key insight: Sen. Warren is concerned that the Youtuber MrBeast is ill-equipped to protect young financial consumers with his newly acquired fintech app Step. What's at stake: Millions of teenage Step users could be exposed to risks impacting their…
Crypto-friendly fintech Revolut sees profit soar 57% to $2.3 billion in 2025
London-based crypto-friendly fintech giant Revolut reported record earnings for 2025 as it scales across new markets. Profit before tax rose 57% year over year to $2.3 billion, while revenue climbed 46% to $6 billion, according to its annual…
Fintech Is Down 17% This Year, but Cybersecurity Tells a Different Story for These 2 ETFs
FINX is down nearly 17% this year while CIBR has lost about 9%. Both funds target the digital economy, but they behave very differently when rates rise and markets get choppy. Global X FinTech ETF (NYSEARCA:FINX) and First Trust NASDAQ…
Industrials Up on Hopes of Transitory Inflation -- Industrials Roundup
Shares of industrial and transportation companies rose as traders bet the inflation shock from the Iran war would be transitory. Data firm S&P Global said its U.S. composite purchasing managers index fell to an 11-month low of 51.4 in March…
BitGo and Susquehanna Launch OTC Trading for Prediction Market Contracts
The OTC setup lets institutions trade prediction contracts directly from custody accounts without using retail platforms. The model improves access but still relies on bilateral pricing and operates within an evolving regulatory framework.
Energy Up With Oil Futures -- Energy Roundup
Shares of energy companies rose alongside oil futures, despite an optimistic outlook for peace negotiations from President Trump. Oil futures rose 4.8% to $92.35 a barrel in New York. Globally traded Brent crude rose 4.6% to $104.49 a barrel.
FGI Industries Delays 4Q, Full-Year Earnings Release
FGI Industries delayed the release of its fourth-quarter and full-year results, saying the company needed more time to complete its financial reports. The kitchen and bath products supplier said Tuesday that it would announce a new date and time…
FIS Adds Clearing for Prediction Market Contracts, Building on OTC Trading
Institutions can now execute, custody and clear prediction contracts without relying on retail platforms. The setup links OTC trading with clearing infrastructure, but liquidity and regulation remain uneven. Brokers and FCMs can now clear…
Rival CEOs Back New Fund Focused on Prediction Market Infrastructure
The fund will back market makers, data providers and trading tools needed for institutional participation. Rising funding, bank interest and regulatory alignment point to a growing ecosystem around prediction markets. Senior figures from Kalshi and…
CFTC Announces New Task Force Regulating Crypto, AI and Prediction Markets
Under the leadership of Chairman Mike Selig, the Commodities and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced the launch of an Innovation Task Force to regulate emerging financial technologies. The task force focuses specifically on three areas:…
Robinhood Markets Authorizes Share Buyback of Up to $1.5B
Robinhood Markets' board authorized a share repurchase program of up to $1.5 billion. The new buyback replaces the company's prior share repurchase programs and rolls over amounts remaining under those plans, according to a Tuesday filing with the…
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