Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Ant Group International Revenues Jump 25%
Ant Group International reported a 25% revenue increase, highlighting robust growth in its fintech operations amid global expansion. This surge underscores the company's strengthening position in digital payments and financial services.
Mono to Launch Treasury Management Platform
Open banking startup Mono plans a 2026 treasury platform launch post-Flutterwave acquisition, enabling African enterprises to manage multiple bank balances via one interface. It leverages infrastructure linking eight million Nigerian bank accounts for scalable treasury services.
M-Pesa Partners with ADI on Blockchain Infrastructure
M-Pesa Africa teamed with ADI Foundation to deliver blockchain to over 60 million users, enhancing financial inclusion with stablecoin transactions and cross-border efficiency. This bridges mobile money with Web3 in a regulatory-compliant manner for emerging markets.
Noah and NALA Launch Stablecoin Cross-Border Network
Noah partnered with NALA for a stablecoin-based settlement network offering instant USD collection and local payouts in Africa and Asia. It combines Noah's compliance with NALA's Rafiki infrastructure amid improving crypto regulations.
PiggyVest Payouts Reach Record ₦1.3 Trillion
PiggyVest achieved ₦1.3 trillion in payouts with over 6 million users, signaling strong Nigerian savings fintech growth. This follows VASP licensing, paving the way for taxed, blockchain-tracked crypto trading.
Visa Partners BVNK for Stablecoin Visa Direct Pilots
Visa expanded its BVNK partnership to pilot stablecoin payments on Visa Direct, building on a May 2025 investment. BVNK's infrastructure enables stablecoin pre-funding and payouts in high-demand markets, processing over $30 billion annually across 130 countries.
NY DFS Mandates Blockchain Intelligence for Banks
New York DFS guidance requires regulated banks in virtual asset business to integrate blockchain intelligence like TRM Labs for compliance. This covers wallet screening and flow monitoring as crypto exposure grows mainstream.
SocGen Issues First USD Stablecoin by Global Bank
Societe Generale (SocGen) launched the first USD-backed stablecoin by a global bank on public blockchains via SocGen Forge. This marks significant institutional adoption in tokenized assets.
Expert Stresses Strong Blockchain Frameworks for FinTech
Blockchain consultant Ini-Mfon Udofia emphasized robust frameworks for sustainable fintech growth, focusing on scalability, compliance, and trust. She highlighted blockchain's role in payments, tokenization, and reducing errors in digital finance.
Advisors Drive Record Crypto Allocations in 2026
A survey shows unprecedented advisor-led crypto adoption with rising client allocations and new strategic themes. This pushes cryptocurrencies into mainstream investment portfolios.
Stablecoins Offer Cost Savings but Limited Merchant Urgency
Stablecoins provide cheaper transactions appealing to CFOs, yet merchants prioritize refunds over blockchain speed. Full payments require additional layers beyond basic blockchain transfers.