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.
Solayer, the execution layer powering next-gen financial apps, has unveiled Solayer Accel, an intensive accelerator targeting founders building on InfiniSVM, the blockchain that boasts the fastest production speeds in the market. With a strong engineering focus, the program promises to shepherd early-stage projects from concept to live deployment.
Brag House Holdings (NASDAQ: TBH), the Gen Z engagement platform blending gaming, college sports, and digital media, recently showcased its growth strategy in a live interview with CEO Lavell Juan Malloy on Fintech TV, filmed at the New York Stock Exchange.
Auric Portex is redefining automated trading with a next-generation AI-driven platform that blends artificial intelligence, deep learning, and secure infrastructure to empower investors worldwide. Designed for both beginners and professional traders, the platform delivers real-time analytics, AI-powered trade execution, and institutional-grade transparency across multiple asset classes.
Moomoo, a global investment and trading platform, is integrating Fireblocks’ Wallets-as-a-Service (WaaS) to expand its digital asset offerings, improve security, and scale operations. The integration, expected by the end of 2025, gives Moomoo Singapore access to Fireblocks’ vast network of liquidity providers, enabling better rates and stronger competitiveness in the crowded crypto trading landscape.
Planful Inc., a leader in financial performance management cloud software, has officially launched Planful AI Analyst Assistant, an AI-powered tool designed to streamline finance operations. Previewed at the Perform25 user conference, Analyst Assistant is now available to all Planful customers, offering a smarter way to turn complex financial data into actionable insights.
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.
