Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE: COF) has completed its acquisition of Discover Financial Services, culminating a 15-month process that transforms the company into the largest credit card issuer by loan volume in the United States. Capital One Completes Acquisition of Discover The transaction, first announced on February 19, 2024, received final regulatory clearance last month […]
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With algorithmic trading now dominating global FX volume and trader expectations at an all-time high, brokers are under growing pressure to provide fast, stable, and always-on infrastructure. In response to this market shift, NYCServers has expanded its Broker VPS Partner Program, offering up to $100,000 in free VPS hosting credits or six months of complimentary […]
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Blackbird, Australia’s VC juggernaut joins the Airwallex party with a reported $60M investment as the fintech sits at $6 billion-plus valuation. Blackbird Swoops Blackbird Ventures has finally swiped right on the $6 billion-plus fintech. The VC firm is reportedly investing a hefty $60 million, marking one of its biggest single cheques ever. @blackbirdvc has added […]
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The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) has mandated that Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platforms obtain credit licenses. Effective June 10, 2025, the credit license must authorize BNPL providers to engage in credit activities as credit providers, subject to transitional arrangements. The new provision was announced today (Friday), as the National Credit Code was […]
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Airwallex tapped into its growing cross-border opportunities in Latin America by acquiring the Mexican-based payment service provider MexPago and a payment institution license in Brazil. According to the official announcement, the global fintech giant aims to introduce customized services that will support businesses in these key markets. In Brazil, the company will focus on the […]
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Airwallex makes waves in Vietnam with its acquisition of CTIN Pay, reinforcing its Asia-Pacific expansion and setting its sights on new markets worldwide. Airwallex Goes Shopping: Vietnam Edition Airwallex, the global fintech powerhouse, is back on a spending spree, and this time, it’s Vietnam that’s caught its eye. The company has just announced the acquisition […]
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Airwallex ranks third in personal finance in Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2025. Here’s why the fintech disruptor is making waves in global finance. Airwallex’s Ascent: Fintech’s Heavyweight Earns Its Stripes When Fast Company drops its annual World’s Most Innovative Companies list, it’s a big deal. The title is one of the world’s engaging contemporary […]
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Airwallex, the fintech heavyweight, is banking on creatives, splashing cash in F1, and making global plays with strategic acquisitions. Lights, Camera, Formula 1: Airwallex Gets in the Fast Lane While Airwallex is busy building out its fintech ecosystem for creatives, it’s also flexing its own creative muscles. Enter: Formula 1. Because nothing says “cutting-edge fintech” […]
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Fintech giant Airwallex is charging into Latin America with a two-pronged strategy, acquiring Mexpago and reporting record-breaking profits. Show Me the Money: Airwallex’s Profits Are Skyrocketing Not only is Airwallex expanding aggressively, but it’s also raking in serious cash. The company’s year-on-year profits have surged, fueled by a record-breaking $130B in transactions, up 30% since […]
Award-winning online trading platform IronFX is known for its long list of headlining sports sponsorships, from freediving championships in Korea to world-famous football clubs. Rising to the challenge is clearly a hallmark of this forex trading broker’s ethos. To this end, it also helps vulnerable groups in communities to make their lives better through charitable […]