The latest payments, banking, lending, digital asset and AI in finance news from every region, reported from the primary source and read with a sceptical eye.
Principal's annual index shows financial systems getting more inclusive on paper, driven by digital payments and fintech, while people feel less included each year.
November 6, 2026
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November 6, 2026
Card networks, real-time payment rails, stablecoin settlement and AI agent checkout, tracked in every region.
More paymentsThe cheque printer turned payments company booked its first quarter with Celero inside and raised its revenue outlook, at the cost of more debt.
November 6, 2026
Digital banks, charters, embedded finance, credit facilities and mortgage technology, from releases and filings.
More banking and lendingOpen banking data now flows into accounting software every day, giving firms a daily view of their cash. We asked industry leaders what it changed and what still gets in the way, and the answer is that bank feeds still need regular checks.
November 6, 2026
Generative AI in financial services, digital identity and fraud prevention, and the wealthtech stack behind advisers.
More ai, identity and wealthThe Seattle startup has moved from an analyst co-pilot to an operating system for institutional investors, and its client list now includes hospital systems and a state pension.
November 6, 2026
Stablecoins, tokenisation, custody and the institutions building on crypto rails, judged on settlement rather than price.
More digital assetsA US mortgage lender has made Profitr its exclusive partner for selling loans on chain, and sold it the loan marketplace to do it.
November 6, 2026
Fintech funding rounds, acquisitions and facilities, with the terms each announcement leaves out.
More funding and dealsA Singapore multi-strategy fund built by a former Millennium executive is renting its back office from Arcesium. Its growth since launch explains why.
November 5, 2026
