Gold Token S.A. (GTSA), the tokenisation arm of MKS PAMP Group, has launched its flagship gold token, DGLD, on Base—Coinbase’s Layer 2 network—marking a significant expansion for physically-backed digital assets in the DeFi space. The launch, facilitated through the decentralised exchange Aerodrome, aims to make institutional-grade Swiss-vaulted gold accessible to over eight million active users […]
Explore MoreThe Central Bank of Liberia (CBL), in collaboration with the Mojaloop Foundation, ThitsaWorks, and The AfricaNenda Foundation, has launched the Liberian Inclusive Instant Payments System (IIPS). This new real-time interoperable payments platform is designed to digitize the national economy and enhance financial inclusion across the country. The launch marks a significant milestone for Liberia, with […]
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Engine by Starling, the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) arm of Starling Group, has opened a new dedicated headquarters in the City of London as it gears up for a significant period of expansion. The company announced it is set to hire more than 150 new colleagues to support its growing global client base. Sam Everington, CEO of […]
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Luno, a global cryptocurrency investment platform, has partnered with AltSchool Africa, an accredited alternative education provider, to deliver fully funded crypto education to 15,000 Nigerian residents. The strategic collaboration, officially announced on 16 December 2025, represents the largest initiative of its kind on the continent and is designed to tackle misinformation while promoting safer participation […]
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The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Digital Asset and the Canton Network to tokenize U.S. Treasury securities. This initiative marks the first time that assets custodied by The Depository Trust Company (DTC) will be minted on the Canton Network. The move follows the DTCC’s recent receipt of a […]
Explore MoreAlmost half of the UK’s top retailers are already investing in “agentic AI” to revolutionise their payment systems, yet only a small fraction possess the infrastructure or contractual frameworks to support it safely, according to new research. The Retail Agility Report from law firm TLT, which surveyed the top 100 UK retailers, reveals a sector […]
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Leading digital bank Monzo has announced its agreement to acquire Habito, the UK’s leading digital mortgage broker. This strategic move, which marks Monzo’s first ever piece of M&A, is designed to transform the mortgage experience by integrating a fully digital, end-to-end broking service directly into the Monzo app. The acquisition positions Monzo as the first […]
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In a landscape where speed and convenience are paramount, Careem has released its 2025 Trends Report, offering a data-driven look at how the “Everything App” strategy is shaping daily life in the UAE. Mudassir Sheikha, CEO and co-founder of Careem The report reveals a significant shift towards multi-service usage, with the platform expanding into new […]
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The banking industry is currently undergoing a period of rapid change, with forward-thinking organisations embracing comprehensive transformation to remain competitive in an increasingly digital world. Here, Siobhan Byron, EVP of Universal Banking at Finastra, explains why the convergence of agentic AI, open ecosystems, and hyper-personalisation will define the winners of 2026 and beyond. As we […]
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Global payments network and shopping assistant Klarna has launched the Agentic Product Protocol, a new open standard designed to bridge the gap between e-commerce retailers and the rising wave of artificial intelligence (AI) agents. As AI increasingly becomes the primary interface for digital commerce, a critical hurdle has emerged: AI agents cannot purchase products they […]
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