FalconX, a top institutional digital asset prime broker, has closed its first Bitcoin-backed financing facility from Cantor, a major global investment bank. This inaugural transaction forms part of a larger credit initiative that FalconX aims to expand beyond $100 million, highlighting the increasing integration between traditional finance and crypto infrastructure.
Cerebro Capital, a fintech innovator streamlining access to debt capital for middle market businesses, has successfully completed its Series A funding round, led by JAM FINTOP. This milestone follows the platform’s achievement of over $1 billion in cumulative loan closings and sets the stage for rapid growth in borrower-lender matchmaking through expanded AI tools, enhanced lead generation, and a growing capital markets team.
TomoCredit, a leader in personal financial wellness, has unveiled TomoIQ, a cutting-edge AI-powered financial assistant. Built to democratize access to high-quality financial advice, TomoIQ delivers personalized, real-time support to individuals from all walks of life—regardless of income, background, or credit history.
Deutsche Bank (Frankfurt: DBK) and IBM (NYSE: IBM) have expanded their strategic partnership through a new agreement that enhances Deutsche Bank’s access to IBM’s advanced software technologies. This includes tools across AI, automation, hybrid cloud, and storage protection, enabling the bank to accelerate its digital transformation, optimize IT infrastructure, and elevate customer experience.
MultiBank Group, the world’s largest financial derivatives institution based in Dubai, received the “Most Valuable Asset-Backed Token” award at CryptoExpo Dubai 2025. Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this prestigious fintech event recognized the company’s innovation in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, marking another significant milestone in bridging traditional and decentralized finance.
Paytm (One97 Communications Limited), a leader in India’s payments and financial services sector, has announced the appointment of Mr. Ramana Kumar as Chief Executive Officer for its Middle East operations. The move is a strategic step in Paytm’s efforts to expand its digital payments footprint internationally, starting with the rapidly growing markets of the UAE and broader Middle East.
Visa has announced the appointment of Antony Cahill as its new Regional President and CEO for Europe, pending regulatory approval. Cahill, a seasoned banking and Visa executive, will assume the role in early June, succeeding Charlotte Hogg, who steps down after eight transformative years.
BetaNXT, a leader in wealth management technology solutions known for real-time data capabilities and an enhanced advisor experience, announced today that certain affiliates have acquired Delta Data, a prominent provider of global investment fund solutions.
SPAYZ.io, a leading provider of innovative payment solutions, is accelerating its growth by entering three key African markets: South Africa, Egypt, and Cameroon. This strategic expansion reflects the company’s vision to transform digital commerce across Africa’s emerging markets by delivering tailored, localized payment options that address unique market demands.
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, has unveiled a groundbreaking feature—Live Trading—on its global social platform, Binance Square. This innovation allows users to follow verified creators’ live trading strategies and place real Spot or Futures trades directly within the livestream, merging education, insight, and execution into one seamless experience.
