Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Uptiq Secures $25M Series B for AI Fintech Platform Qore
Texas-based AI fintech Uptiq raised $25 million in Series B funding led by Curql to expand its Qore platform. The funding will enhance self-serve capabilities for developers and support SMB applications with built-in compliance.
This follows a $12M round in October 2025.
Figure Technologies Discloses Data Breach from Phishing Attack
U.S. fintech Figure, known for blockchain lending, confirmed a breach after an employee phishing incident, exfiltrating limited files. ShinyHunters claimed responsibility, stealing 2.5GB of data including personal details; credit monitoring offered to affected users.
Impact assessment ongoing, no total affected count disclosed.
Industry Leaders Convene at Cregis Summit on Institutional Blockchain Finance
Executives gathered at the Cregis Summit to shape the future of institutional blockchain finance. The event focuses on defining key strategies and innovations in the sector.
Held on February 16, 2026.
B2C2 CEO: Liquidity Infrastructure Key to Stablecoin Issuance
B2C2 Americas CEO Cactus Raazi emphasized liquidity infrastructure's centrality to stablecoin strategies for fintechs. Stablecoins are becoming as essential as AI for fintechs.
Published February 16, 2026.
Deel Partners with MoonPay for Stablecoin Salary Payouts
Deel has partnered with MoonPay to enable stablecoin-based salary payments. This move supports crypto payroll innovations in fintech.
Announced amid rising stablecoin adoption.
Coinbase Launches Agentic Wallets for AI Agents
Coinbase introduced Agentic Wallets enabling autonomous AI agents in blockchain transactions. This advances AI-blockchain integration for fintech applications.
Part of recent Web3 developments.
Visa Moves to On-Chain Ethereum Stablecoin Settlements
Visa announced plans for on-chain settlements using Ethereum stablecoins. This bridges traditional finance with blockchain for faster payments.
Key step in global fintech evolution.
Stripe Rolls Out Crypto Payment System for AI Agents
Stripe launched a crypto-based payment system tailored for AI agents. Enhances seamless blockchain payments in AI-driven fintech.
Supports emerging Web3 infrastructure.
Rethinking Financial Crime Compliance Amid Rising Risks
Experts highlight speed, complexity, and converging risks like fraud-laundering and AI abuse reshaping compliance. AI improves detection but requires data integration and human oversight.
Real-time AML demands cross-domain visibility.
Banks Shift to Bespoke Fintech Platforms for Security and Compliance
Banks and fintechs abandon off-the-shelf software for custom platforms offering better security and UX. Bespoke solutions scale compliance effectively.
Trend driven by regulatory needs.
Unlocking Future of Digital Asset Lending Discussed
Podcast explores innovations in digital asset lending within fintech. Focuses on blockchain-enabled opportunities.
Published February 16, 2026.