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Metallicus Achieves RFP Certification for FedNow Service
Metallicus has achieved Request for Payment (RFP) certification for the FedNow Service, expanding real-time payments for U.S. credit unions and banks. This enables faster settlement and improved cash flow for bill pay and transfers over FedNow rails.
It reinforces Metallicus' compliance-aligned infrastructure for instant payments and digital assets.
Crypto.com Wins Conditional OCC Approval for Trust Bank
Crypto.com received conditional approval from the OCC for a U.S. national trust bank charter. This milestone advances its regulatory compliance and banking services expansion.
It positions Crypto.com among major crypto firms gaining traditional banking approvals.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record $814.9M Net Inflows for the Week
Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw net inflows of $814.9M last week, with strong days led by BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC. Wednesday peaked at $506.6M inflows, powered by IBIT (+$297.4M) and GBTC (+$102.5M).
The week showed volatility but overall positive accumulation amid market caution.
Crypto Market Funding Drops 19.3% to $864M in February
The crypto sector raised $864M across 63 rounds in February 2026, down 19.3% from January. Capital concentrated in top projects, with 16 deals over $10M focusing on stablecoins and institutional tools.
Funding cooled but highlighted consolidation trends.
Tether Invests $250M in Gold.com and Anchorage
Tether invested $150M in Gold.com and $100M in Anchorage on February 5, emphasizing infrastructure and real-world assets. These moves signal Tether's strategic push into stablecoin ecosystems.
They underscore growing focus on compliant platforms.
BTC Inc. Acquired by Nakamoto for $107M
Nakamoto acquired BTC Inc. for $107 million, marking industry consolidation. This deal reflects accelerating mergers in crypto infrastructure.
Traditional finance integration is evident in such transactions.
Allica Bank Raises $155M in Series D Funding
UK FinTech Allica Bank secured $155M in Series D led by Ventura Capital, valuing it at $1.2bn. The digital bank targets SMBs with common equity and Tier 1 capital.
Funds support growth in business banking services.
Basis Raises $100M Series B at $1.15bn Valuation
Basis raised $100M in Series B to expand its AI agent platform for accountants. The funding values the company at $1.15bn.
It aims to enhance AI-driven financial tools.
Gambit Security Emerges from Stealth with $61M Funding
Gambit Security raised $61M in seed and Series A from Spark Capital and others. The AI-native platform maps infrastructure and identifies continuity risks.
It connects to security and backup tools for enterprise resilience.
Hypercore Secures $13.5M Series A for Loan Management
Hypercore raised $13.5M led by Insight Partners for its private credit loan platform. Funds accelerate AI Admin Agent rollout for end-to-end operations.
It integrates AI with loan management technology.
Block Slashes Workforce by Over 4,000 Jobs
US FinTech Block announced cuts to more than 4,000 jobs amid restructuring. This impacts its operations in payments and crypto services.
The move aims to streamline amid market pressures.
Brink’s to Acquire NCR Atleos for $6.6bn
Brink’s will acquire NCR Atleos for $6.6bn, boosting ATM and fintech services. The deal enhances secure cash management infrastructure.
It signals consolidation in fintech hardware.