Latest FinTech & Blockchain News

📅February 2, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Key FinTech and Blockchain developments include top stocks to watch, privacy innovations, AI partnerships, strong earnings, and upcoming UK tokenization events.
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MarketBeat Highlights Seven Promising Blockchain Stocks

MarketBeat identifies Core Scientific (CORZ), Figure Technology Solutions (FIGR), Globant (GLOB), Bitdeer (BTDR), Digi Power X (DGXX), Nukkleus (NUKK), and BTCS (BTCS) as top blockchain stocks based on recent high dollar trading volume.Source 1 These firms span crypto mining, blockchain fintech, and staking services. The list previews potential top performers for March.Source 1

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FLock.io Partners with Blockchain for Good Alliance on Decentralized AI

FLock.io, a privacy-first decentralized AI provider, has partnered with the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) to advance blockchain and AI for public benefit initiatives.Source 2 The collaboration includes a Blockchain and AI for Good Impact Germany Tour in early 2026 and support for BGA ecosystem projects via FLock's API and FOMO AI marketplace.Source 2 Joint efforts will involve workshops and pilots with academic and public-sector bodies.Source 2

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a16z Argues Privacy Creates Winner-Take-Most Moat in Crypto

a16z crypto's Ali Yahya states that as blockspace commoditizes, privacy via anonymity sets provides unbreakable network effects and lock-in for blockchains.Source 3 The firm backs Seismic, a privacy-focused fintech blockchain, and zero-knowledge proof infrastructure, viewing financial apps as the entry for mainstream adoption.Source 3 Competing tech includes ZKPs, MPC, TEEs, and FHE, with ZKPs as a key bet despite regulatory risks.Source 3

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Top Fintech Stocks to Watch: Rocket Companies, Kaspi.kz, UP Fintech

MarketBeat flags Rocket Companies (RKT), Kaspi.kz (KSPI), and UP Fintech (TIGR) as leading fintech stocks due to high recent dollar trading volume.Source 4 RKT focuses on U.S./Canada mortgages and real estate tech, KSPI on Kazakhstan payments and marketplace, and TIGR on online brokerage for Chinese investors.Source 4 Fintechs offer growth in digital finance but face regulatory and volatility risks.Source 4

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LendingClub Stock Pullback Seen as Buying Opportunity After Strong Q4

LendingClub reported Q4 revenue up 22.7% to $266.5M and EPS up 338% to $0.35, beating expectations with originations rising 40% to $2.59B.Source 6 Full-year 2026 guidance projects 26% originations growth to $11.6-12.6B and 48% EPS growth to $1.65-1.80 midpoints.Source 6 A shift to Fair Value accounting from CECL in 2026 will boost near-term earnings, plus expansions in home-improvement and furniture lending.Source 6

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Cornhill Club Hosts UK Tokenization, Stablecoins, and Digital Payments Event

The Cornhill Club announces an invite-only networking event on February 26, 2026, for senior banking pros on UK's tokenization, stablecoins, and digital payments revolution.Source 5 Speakers include David Royle, Elise Soucie Watts of Global Digital Finance, and Tony McLaughlin of Ubyx, followed by regulation panel and policy discussions.Source 5 The event aims to connect leaders impacting policy in these areas.Source 5

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Core Scientific Leads Blockchain Stocks with High Trading Volume

Core Scientific (CORZ) tops MarketBeat's blockchain stock list for recent dollar volume, focusing on crypto mining and hosting.Source 1 Recent developments include CoreWeave's $9B power play involvement.Source 1 It exemplifies mining firms driving blockchain activity.Source 1

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Figure Technology Solutions Advances Blockchain-Enabled Fintech

Figure Technology Solutions (FIGR) uses proprietary blockchain for lending, trading, and investing in consumer credit and digital assets, enhancing efficiency and liquidity.Source 1 Highlighted in MarketBeat's top blockchain stocks for volume.Source 1 Research reports available on its growth potential.Source 1

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Bitdeer and Digi Power X Highlighted in Crypto Mining Surge

Bitdeer (BTDR) and Digi Power X (DGXX) rank among top blockchain stocks for trading volume, both centered on crypto mining operations.Source 1 They represent key players in blockchain infrastructure.Source 1 MarketBeat previews them as watches ahead of March.Source 1

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BTCS Offers Staking and Block-Building Services in Blockchain Space

BTCS (BTCS) provides StakeSeeker for crypto staking rewards and Builder+ for optimized Ethereum block building to maximize validator earnings.Source 1 Featured in MarketBeat's high-volume blockchain stocks.Source 1 Ties directly to blockchain consensus and validation.Source 1

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Nukkleus and Globant Lead Blockchain Fintech Platforms

Nukkleus (NUKK) and Globant (GLOB) are blockchain-enabled fintech and trading platforms topping MarketBeat's volume screener.Source 1 Globant delivers global tech services with blockchain integration.Source 1 Both signal growing adoption in fintech-blockchain overlap.Source 1