Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Bitcoin ETFs Record $238.37 Million Net Inflows on April 20
Spot Bitcoin ETFs extended their inflow streak to five consecutive days, with BlackRock's IBIT leading the institutional capital influx at $256.05 million and Morgan Stanley's MSBT adding $8.1 million. This sustained institutional demand signals growing confidence in digital assets as the cryptocurrency market stabilizes.
Goldman Sachs Invests $50 Million in BLP Digital for AI Finance Automation
Goldman Sachs Alternatives committed $50 million to Switzerland-based BLP Digital, an agentic AI platform focused on enterprise resource planning finance automation. This investment reflects the accelerating convergence of artificial intelligence and fintech solutions for institutional financial operations.
Global AI in Fintech Market Projected to Reach $50.70 Billion by 2034
The artificial intelligence in fintech market, valued at $14.94 billion in 2024, is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 16.50% and reach $50.70 billion by 2034. Major trends include generative AI integration in banking, with several institutions announcing AI-powered assistants for personalized financial guidance
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Cryptocurrency Market Enters Mature Phase With Institutional Support
The global cryptocurrency market is approaching April 23 in notably stable condition, driven by institutional capital inflows, ETF revival, and clearer regulatory frameworks rather than speculation. Money is increasingly flowing toward assets with liquidity, infrastructure, regulatory clarity, and institutional interest
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Ethereum Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Market Stabilization
Ethereum is confirming its recovery through continued activity and demand as the broader cryptocurrency market matures. The crypto market's selective growth approach now favors established assets with demonstrated institutional adoption over indiscriminate rallies
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Ebury Launches Local German IBANs for European Business Expansion
Fintech payments firm Ebury launched local German IBANs for small and medium enterprises and institutional clients, supporting their European expansion strategy. This move enables businesses to offer localized payment solutions across Europe.
AI and Blockchain Convergence Improves DeFi Security and Automation
Artificial intelligence is enhancing blockchain technology through improved automation, security, and transparency in smart contracts and decentralized finance operations. AI helps optimize DeFi protocols, predict network risks, and detect transaction anomalies to expand trustless financial ecosystems
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YeePay Partners With ClearBank for UK and European Expansion
Payments platform YeePay selected ClearBank as its safeguarding bank to support UK and European market expansion. This partnership enables YeePay to strengthen its regulated banking infrastructure across multiple jurisdictions.
Regulated Stablecoins Emerge as Key Theme in Global Financial System
Regulated stablecoins alongside institutional infrastructure are becoming central themes in cryptocurrency market development across the US, Europe, and Asia. Their growth signals cryptocurrencies' deepening integration into the global financial system and increasing adoption by institutional participants
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Revolut Plans IPO in Two Years With US Market Listing Preference
Digital banking fintech Revolut announced plans for an initial public offering within two years, with a preference for US market listing. This reflects growing maturity in the fintech sector and investor confidence in digital banking platforms.
Money 20/20 Asia Brings Together Leading Fintech and Crypto Players
The Money 20/20 Asia conference in Bangkok from April 21-23 brings together banks, payment firms, crypto projects, and venture capital investors for industry collaboration. The event features dedicated tracks on blockchain, payments, and emerging fintech technologies.
Venture Capital Funding for AI-Fintech Startups Remains Strong
Despite broader market volatility, investment in AI-driven fintech startups continued at high levels in 2025, with several AI fintech unicorns emerging and signaling strong industry confidence. Billions of dollars flow annually into AI fintech innovation across the sector.