FinTech News
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Why FinTech Firms Are Raising Record Amounts of Capital in 2025From London to Riyadh, fintech firms like SumUp, HALA, Tamara, VentureSouq, and Chip are securing billions. Here’s why global investors are betting big on digital finance.
Tuesday, September 16th 2025 11:47AM -
Tamara Secures Up to $2.4 Billion in Shariah-Compliant Financing to Expand FinTech ServicesSaudi fintech Tamara secures a $2.4 billion Shariah-compliant financing package from Goldman Sachs, Citi, and Apollo to expand its buy-now-pay-later and credit products across the Gulf region.
Tuesday, September 16th 2025 09:41AM -
HALA Raises $157 Million in Series B to Expand FinTech Services for Saudi SMEsSaudi Arabia’s HALA secures $157 million Series B funding to expand embedded financial services for MSMEs, strengthen its market presence, and support Vision 2030 goals.
Tuesday, September 16th 2025 09:23AM -
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Florida’s Business Leaders Launch the Gold Coast Tech Accelerator Program in the Next Global Tech HubWhere Innovation Meets Opportunity in Southeast Florida
Monday, August 11th 2025 08:22PM -
Chip Secures £6 Million in Funding, Valued at Over £208 MillionUK-based digital wealth management platform Chip has raised £6 million at a valuation of £208 million, with Channel 4 Ventures leading the round and retail investors gaining new liquidity options.
Monday, September 15th 2025 11:05AM -
VentureSouq Secures Major Backing for Second FinTech Fund in MENAGCC-based venture capital firm VentureSouq has closed its second FinTech Fund, targeting early-stage fintech and SaaS startups across MENA, with support from leading regional and international investors.
Monday, September 15th 2025 10:56AM -
SumUp Weighs Stock Market Listing That Could Value Firm at $15 BillionLondon-based fintech SumUp is preparing for a possible stock market listing worth up to $15 billion, considering both London and New York as potential venues. The decision could be pivotal for the London Stock Exchange.
Monday, September 15th 2025 10:49AM -
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Majority Expands Beyond Banking With New No-Comittments Mobile Phone PlansNo commitments. No borders. MAJORITY brings mobile phone plans to the communities that move the world.
Thursday, July 31st 2025 10:20AM -
Klarna Raises $1.37 Billion in New York IPO, Shares Close Up 15%Klarna raised $1.37 billion in its U.S. IPO, debuting on the NYSE with shares closing up 15%, valuing the fintech at $17.4 billion.
Friday, September 12th 2025 10:22PM -
Exclusive: Investor Frustration Grows Over Lloyds’ £120m Curve TakeoverFinTech Weekly has learned that Curve investors are deeply disappointed with Lloyds’ £120m takeover, citing losses and board exits amid the deal.
Wednesday, September 10th 2025 11:47AM -
New Mexico Commits $315 Million to Quantum Computing AmbitionsNew Mexico will invest $315 million in quantum computing, supporting labs, startups, and infrastructure to position the state as a leader in next-generation technology.
Monday, September 8th 2025 01:28PM -
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J.P. Morgan Markets unveils next-generation platform for institutional investorsRecent tariff-related volatility spotlights new offering’s value in markets where opportunities are fleeting and ‘every second counts’
Thursday, July 24th 2025 11:38AM -
ASML to Take Major Stake in Mistral AI With $1.5 Billion InvestmentASML is committing $1.5 billion to Mistral AI’s $2 billion fundraising round, becoming its top shareholder and fueling Europe’s push for AI and chipmaking independence.
Monday, September 8th 2025 02:50AM -
RetailPro and Onebeat Join Forces to Turn Inventory into a Real-Time Profit EngineRetailPro and Onebeat have announced a partnership to bring AI-driven inventory optimization into daily retail operations, helping retailers cut costs and boost profitability in real time.
Sunday, September 7th 2025 07:40PM -
Juniper Square Secures Strategic Investment from Nasdaq Ventures to Drive Innovation in Private MarketsJuniper Square has announced a strategic investment from Nasdaq Ventures and a new partnership aimed at advancing integrated data and liquidity solutions for private fund managers.
Sunday, September 7th 2025 07:27PM -
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Visa Releases Money Travels: 2025 Digital Remittances Adoption Report for North AmericaDigital remittance apps lead the way in North America as Visa’s latest report reveals shifting consumer preferences.
Monday, June 16th 2025 07:54PM -
Mistral AI Nears €2 Billion Raise, Driving Europe’s Bid for AI IndependenceFrench startup Mistral AI is finalizing a €2B raise at a $14B valuation, signaling Europe’s growing strength and independence in AI innovation.
Sunday, September 7th 2025 11:49AM -
Klarna’s U.S. IPO Puts Fintech Confidence to the TestKlarna’s $14B U.S. IPO will test whether public markets are ready to embrace fintech again after years of volatility and tighter oversight.
Tuesday, September 2nd 2025 05:46PM -
Revolut Share Sale Lifts Valuation to $75 Billion as Expansion AcceleratesRevolut’s secondary share sale values the fintech at $75 billion, underlining investor confidence as the firm eyes a UK banking license.
Monday, September 1st 2025 09:11PM -
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Qualco Group Shares Listed on the Main Market of the Athens Stock ExchangeQualco Group is now listed on the Main Market of the Athens Stock Exchange, following an oversubscribed public offering. The move marks a new chapter for the financial technology firm as it expands its role in Greece’s growing tech sector.
Thursday, May 15th 2025 08:16PM -
Dutch Regulator Fines Bunq €2.6 Million Over AML ShortcomingsThe Dutch central bank fined neobank Bunq €2.6 million for repeated AML control failures, highlighting wider scrutiny in Dutch finance.
Tuesday, August 26th 2025 09:36PM -
Klarna Secures €1.4 Billion Santander Facility as IPO Plans Take ShapeKlarna announces a €1.4 billion financing deal with Santander, reinforcing liquidity as it prepares for a New York IPO later in 2025.
Friday, August 22nd 2025 08:51PM -
Klarna to Transfer $26 Billion in U.S. BNPL Loans to NelnetKlarna agrees to transfer up to $26 billion of U.S. BNPL loans to Nelnet, freeing capital for growth while Nelnet enters fintech lending.
Wednesday, August 20th 2025 11:00AM -
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Tuesday, May 6th 2025 02:12PM -
Midas Raises Series B to Expand Investor Access in TurkeyMidas secures global fintech investor backing in Series B to expand advanced trading products and upgrade security infrastructure.
Wednesday, August 20th 2025 10:53AM