China set to introduce digital yuan by early 2022
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has revealed it aims to fully launch the e-CNY digital currency by February 2022.
Apptio expands IT financial management offering with Digital Fuel buy
Apptio, which helps IT leaders manage, plan and optimise their technology investments, has purchased Digital Fuel from Skyview Capital.
Wealthsimple closes another investment from Power Financial
Digital investing platform Wealthsimple has closed a $65m investment from Power Financial group of companies.
Are Baby Boomers the ideal FinTech customers?
A recent study by payments-as-a-service platform Modulr has found 65% of over 65s are open to using new financial services or payment methods for convenience.
Kristal.AI collects $1.85m for AI-based asset management platform
Singapore-based Kristal.AI, an artificial intelligence-driven asset management platform, has raised $1.85m.
Fundbox hits unicorn status after investment round
Fundbox, an AI-powered financial platform for small businesses, has collected $100m in its Series D funding round, which brings its valuation to $1.1bn.
BRD raises $32m alongside launch of new Augustus service
Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mobile wallet BRD, formerly Breadwallet, has raised $32m in its funding round, alongside the launch of its new Augustus service.
India’s KarmaLife raises pre-Series A
Real-time credit solution provider KarmaLife has reportedly netted $2.2m in its pre-Series A funding round.
Strands, Mastercard partner to launch cash management for SMEs
Strands, a FinTech software developer, has partnered with Mastercard to launch a digital cash management platform for SMEs.
Belong raises $80m to “put homes in the hands of regular people”
Belong, a California-based startup looking to empower residents to become homeowners, has raised $80m in Series C funding.