Klarna, the global digital bank known for flexible payments, is stepping into the future of “agent-led commerce” by supporting Google’s Agent Payments Protocol (AP2). The move strengthens Klarna’s long-standing collaboration with Google, which already spans Google Pay, Chrome autofill, Google Store, Google Play, and Google Cloud.
KKR has completed the acquisition of OSTTRA, a leading provider of post-trade solutions for global OTC markets, from S&P Global and CME Group. The transaction values OSTTRA at $3.1 billion, underscoring KKR’s commitment to expanding its presence in financial market infrastructure.
C1 Fund Inc. (NYSE: CFND), a closed-end investment company targeting late-stage digital assets, has added Ripple to its portfolio, signaling confidence in the enterprise blockchain firm’s global cross-border payments infrastructure.
Yodlee, a leader in financial data aggregation and analytics, has reached a major milestone: its subsidiary Yodlee Credit, LLC is now officially recognized as a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA) under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The move positions Yodlee to help lenders integrate alternative consumer data—like cashflow trends—into credit decisioning, potentially expanding access for underserved borrowers.
Square is taking bitcoin mainstream for small businesses. Today, the fintech giant unveiled Square Bitcoin, a fully integrated bitcoin payments and wallet solution designed for local sellers of all sizes. The new tools let merchants accept bitcoin payments with zero processing fees for the first year, automatically convert a portion of card sales into bitcoin, and manage crypto alongside traditional finances—all within the Square ecosystem.
Airhub eSIM is making global connectivity even more flexible by accepting cryptocurrency payments on its platform. Travelers can now pay for eSIM data plans using Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), USDC, and other major tokens. The platform handles automatic conversion, so Airhub receives USD while users pay in crypto, supporting seamless transactions in 190+ countries worldwide.
Ant International’s Alipay+ is doubling down on its mission to make cross-border mobile payments seamless for global travelers. The company announced a major expansion of its payments and digital services ecosystem, now supporting over 100 markets and a partner network of 40 wallets and banking apps, reaching 1.8 billion users worldwide.
Aurora Payments, a full-service payment technology provider, has named Dominic Litten as Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately. Litten will spearhead the company’s commercial strategy, overseeing sales, partnerships, and marketing initiatives to expand Aurora’s footprint and accelerate growth across key verticals.
Arcesium, a prominent provider of investment lifecycle and data management technology, has unveiled Aquata® Marketplace, a first-of-its-kind interoperable data ecosystem for institutional investment firms. The platform connects users of Arcesium’s Aquata data platform with pre-configured integrations to 20 third-party partners, including data providers, fund administrators, and software vendors.
Lemonade (NYSE: LMND), the digital-first insurance company built on AI, behavioral economics, and social impact, has appointed Geoff Seeley, Chief Marketing Officer at PayPal, to its Board of Directors—a move that underscores Lemonade’s ambitions to elevate its global brand and expand its reach in a fiercely competitive insurtech market.
