Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Former Signature Bank Leaders Launch Blockchain Bank N3XT
Ex-executives from Signature Bank introduced N3XT, a Wyoming-chartered blockchain bank enabling instant 24/7 payments via a private blockchain with smart contracts. The bank aims for seamless crypto-native speed and programmable transactions, supporting stablecoins and utility tokens alongside traditional payments.
Paribu Acquires MENA's Largest Crypto Exchange CoinMENA
Turkey's Paribu completed the largest fintech transaction in the country by acquiring CoinMENA for up to $240 million, expanding its regulated footprint into the high crypto adoption MENA region. This cross-border deal positions Paribu as a multi-jurisdiction regulated operator enhancing its fintech leadership.
Bitcoin Hyper Gains Attention as Next Crypto to Explode
Bitcoin Hyper, a Layer-2 Bitcoin network on Solana VM with $29M raised, leverages fast DeFi and NFTs interactions via bridged native BTC. Twenty One Capital, with $60B BTC holdings, is set to debut on NYSE expanding institutional Bitcoin exposure, underpinning bullish crypto momentum.
UK's Lloyds Bank Executes First Digital Letter of Credit Using Blockchain
Lloyds Bank deployed WaveBL blockchain to settle a Letter of Credit digitally, accelerating transaction time to four days and cutting courier costs. This DLT adoption advances UK trade finance efficiency supporting the India-UK trade agreement ambitions.
Stablecoin Adoption Accelerates with Visa and Mastercard Integrations
Major payments firms Visa and Mastercard added support for stablecoins in late 2024, enhancing blockchain-based settlements. Ripple also expanded with RLUSD stablecoin and Rail acquisition, reflecting growing mainstream acceptance of digital asset payments.
Quantum-Resistant Blockchain Technologies Rise Amid Crypto Security Risks
DeFi lost $3.1 billion in 2025 with 62% by North Korean actors. Platforms like Quranium and Algorand develop quantum-resistant cryptography to defend transactions. Hardware wallet maker Trezor commits to post-quantum security, signaling industry shift toward quantum-safe blockchain infrastructure.
Bitpanda Technology Solutions Expands Digital Asset Services to Asia-Pacific
Bitpanda is extending its regulated digital asset infrastructure platform to APAC targeting banks and fintechs. With licenses across EU, UK, and Dubai, Bitpanda offers modular solutions enabling institutions to integrate crypto safely, led by new APAC head Jessica Wu.
Major Banks Accelerate AI Adoption in FinTech Innovations
Leading banks are integrating AI technologies to enhance financial services efficiencies and customer experiences amid regulatory focus on balancing growth and risk. This trend aligns with broader fintech sector movement toward digital transformation and innovation.
Twenty One Capital to Start Trading on NYSE as Largest Public Bitcoin Treasury Firm
Scheduled for December 9, 2025, Twenty One Capital will trade under ticker XXI carrying over 43,000 BTC (~$4B). The listing underscores Bitcoin's increasing role in traditional equity portfolios, diversifying beyond ETFs and expanding institutional access.
Crypto Payroll Solutions Gain Traction as Quantum-Secure Alternatives
Emerging crypto payroll systems integrate quantum-resistant cryptography to mitigate risks tied to traditional banking vulnerabilities and DeFi exploits. These decentralized solutions aim to secure transaction integrity and expand use cases for enterprises in the post-quantum computing era.