Cross River Integrates Ripple’s RLUSD Into Banking Platform
Flowdesk Secures French Payment Institution Authorization
Mastercard, BVNK Launch Global Money Platform API
Visa Direct Moves Stablecoin Prefunding Into Production
Ripple Prime Adds 24/7 Trading for Tokenized Asset Swaps
VPC Launches Tokenized Private Credit Fund on Stellar
Fission Raises $10M to Expand Tokenized Fund Liquidity
Binance bStocks Surpass $1B in Tokenized Equity Assets
DRB Grows Sponsor Banking Loan Originations Eightfold
Ramp Raises $1.85B at $60B Valuation to Expand AI
Marshall & Stevens Acquires D.R. Payne & Associates to Expand Advisory Services
Marshall & Stevens, a leading independent provider of valuation advisory, transaction consulting, and litigation support services, has announced the acquisition of D.R. Payne & Associates (DRPA), an Oklahoma City-based financial consulting firm. This strategic move represents the firm’s eighth acquisition since 2023, significantly strengthening its nationwide capabilities in fiduciary advisory, forensic accounting, restructuring, and more. The leadership of DRPA will continue in their roles, reinforcing continuity for clients and deepening Marshall & Stevens’ consulting bench.
Cross River Launches Global Payments Solution for SMBs & Fintechs
Cross River Bank, a leading technology infrastructure provider offering embedded financial solutions, has announced the launch of its International Payments platform, aimed at simplifying and accelerating cross-border transactions for fintechs and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). In partnership with Aion, a modern business finance platform, Cross River leverages its proprietary banking core, flexible API stack, and robust compliance infrastructure to streamline international payments through multiple rails, making global financial operations more accessible, secure, and efficient.
Focus Financial Names Birenbaum President, Ferri COO
Focus Financial Partners, a leading partnership of independent fiduciary wealth management firms, has announced the elevation of two key executives: Adam Birenbaum…
Growers Edge Secures New Funding to Drive Climate-Smart Ag Finance
Growers Edge, a leading provider of modern financial tools for the agricultural industry, has announced the first close of a new funding round. Co-led by S2G Investments, Cibus Capital, and Lowercarbon Capital, the round also includes participation from Otter Creek, iSelect, and Jeff Ubben, founder of ValueAct Capital. This strategic capital injection aims to scale Growers Edge’s innovative financial products, extend its reach to more retailers and lenders, and boost the adoption of climate-smart agriculture across the U.S.
New York Enterprises Accelerate AR Automation Adoption
New York’s leading enterprises are rapidly adopting accounts receivable automation as part of a broader strategy to boost financial efficiency, enhance cash flow, and outmaneuver the competition. What was once considered a back-office function is now central to strategic financial planning, especially across industries like finance, healthcare, media, and retail.
Access Finance Launches Juzt Credit Card for Credit-Building Access
Access Finance has introduced the Juzt Credit Card, a new unsecured digital card designed to serve Americans with limited or poor credit histories. This fintech innovation aims to address the growing inaccessibility of traditional credit products and offer consumers a supportive pathway toward financial inclusion and credit health.