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Crypto.com Joins Deutsche Bank in Banking Milestone + Black or White? Pick Your Card

Crypto.com Joins Deutsche Bank in Banking Milestone + Black or White? Pick Your Card

Hey FinTech Fanatic! Deutsche Bank has stepped forward to provide corporate banking services for Crypto.com across Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong, establishing a significant banking partnership in the region. This collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency and create a robust banking foundation for Crypto.com's continued expansion.

Google Takes Legal Action Against CFPB Over Payment Arm Oversight

Google Takes Legal Action Against CFPB Over Payment Arm Oversight

Hey FinTech Fanatic! Google has filed a lawsuit against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in Washington, DC, contesting the agency's decision to supervise Google Pay. The legal action follows the CFPB's recent announcement to bring large nonbank companies offering digital funds transfer and payment wallet

Steve McLaughlin's FT Partners Poised to Lead $2-4B Banking Circle Transaction

Steve McLaughlin's FT Partners Poised to Lead $2-4B Banking Circle Transaction

Hey FinTech Fanatic! FT Partners, the powerhouse dealmaker in FinTech led by Steve McLaughlin, is set to take charge of a major transaction involving Banking Circle, valued at $2-4 billion and backed by EQT. Known for driving marquee deals, including capital raises for Revolut ($33 billion), Monzo, Mollie, Mambu, and

Norwegian FinTech Settle Acquired by Sokin

Norwegian FinTech Settle Acquired by Sokin

Hey FinTech Fanatic! UK-based payments company Sokin has acquired Norwegian FinTech Settle Group AS (Settle) for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition comes at a pivotal time, following Sokin's substantial $31M funding round from Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital, highlighting the company's commitment to aggressive expansion. Settle, launched

FDIC Calls for Transparency in Bank-FinTech Deals

FDIC Calls for Transparency in Bank-FinTech Deals

Hey FinTech Fanatic! The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has extended the commentary period for its proposed rule on Bank-FinTech relationships to January 16, 2025. The rule focuses on recordkeeping requirements for FDIC-insured banks holding custodial accounts from third-party, non-bank companies. "The evolution of banking and financial services has

Where Will Revolut Choose to List?

Where Will Revolut Choose to List?

Hey FinTech Fanatic! In a revealing episode of the 20VC podcast hosted by Harry Stebbings, Revolut CEO Nikolay Storonsky addressed the much-debated question of where Revolut might choose to list. His key observation perfectly encapsulates the challenge: "The problem with the UK – if you think about the UK versus

Apple Pay Supports Fiat-to-Crypto on Coinbase

Apple Pay Supports Fiat-to-Crypto on Coinbase

Hey FinTech Fanatic! Coinbase has launched Apple Pay integration for all fiat-to-crypto purchases via Coinbase Onramp. The service enables users to convert traditional currency to cryptocurrency, with the entire process taking seconds to complete. The system includes a lightweight Know Your Customer (KYC) process for eligible purchases and provides free