December 15, 2025
Indysystem (opens in a separate window) / Getty Images Mesa Fintech Startup Shuts Down Homeowners Card Fintech startup Mesa has officially closed its Homeowners Card program, a unique initiative aimed at rewarding homeowners for their mortgage payments. This decision marks a significant turn in the startup’s short history since its launch in November 2024. Closure
December 14, 2025
Korea Fintech Week 2025: Showcasing AI-Driven Personalization and Startup Financing Introduction to Korea Fintech Week 2025 The Financial Services Commission (FSC) recently announced the upcoming Korea Fintech Week 2025, a premier event designed to highlight advancements in financial technology. Scheduled to take place in Seoul, this week-long event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and
December 14, 2025
Philippines-Based Startup Zed Raises $16.5 Million to Empower Young Professionals with Credit Zed, a startup based in the Philippines, specializes in developing credit products tailored for young professionals in the Asia-Pacific region. The company has successfully secured $16.5 million in its Series A funding round, as revealed in an exclusive report by Crunchbase News. This
December 14, 2025
Revolut Surges to $75 Billion Valuation Following Successful Secondary Share Sale Revolut, the London-based digital banking powerhouse, has successfully executed a secondary share sale, elevating its valuation to an impressive $75 billion. This notable increase marks a 67% rise from its previous valuation of $45 billion announced in August 2024. This secondary share sale, aimed
December 13, 2025
Transformations in the Cryptocurrency Space: The Rise of Bitcoin ETFs The cryptocurrency landscape is experiencing a transformative shift as institutional investors increasingly turn to Bitcoin ETFs. This article explores BlackRock's influential role, the emerging trend of “flight to quality,” and their implications for fintech startups. Understanding these developments is crucial for both investors and entrepreneurs
December 12, 2025
Free Newsletter Get the latest Fintech Philippines news delivered to your inbox once a month. Opportunities in the Philippine Fintech Ecosystem: A Report Insights Despite the impressive rise of digital payments, the fintech landscape in the Philippines is ripe with opportunities, particularly in person-to-government (P2G) payments, financial services for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs),
December 12, 2025
Visa Unveils Graduates of Africa Fintech Accelerator Program Visa has announced the latest cohort of rapidly growing startups to complete its Africa Fintech Accelerator program. This year, 22 companies emerged, ready to transform the landscape of digital commerce across the continent. Culmination of an Intensive Program The recent Demo Day, hosted in Cape Town on
December 11, 2025
Revolutionizing Credit Management: BON Credit's $3.5 Million Funding Round AI-Powered Tools Set to Transform an $18 Trillion Credit Market Overview of BON Credit's Funding Success SAN FRANCISCO, December 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - BON Credit, an innovative AI platform dedicated to Gen Z credit and debt management, has successfully raised $3.5 million in funding, spearheaded by
December 11, 2025
Tappy: Revolutionizing Cashless Payments for Tipped Workers As the prevalence of cash transactions continues to diminish, workers in roles like gas attendants, waiters, baristas, and shopping cart attendants are finding themselves increasingly isolated from everyday financial interactions. This growing issue highlights the need for innovative solutions that can keep service workers connected to the cashless
December 11, 2025
Understanding Ethereum: A New Economic Paradigm for Fintech Startups The Unique Business Model of Ethereum Ethereum represents more than just a digital currency; it introduces a novel economic model that challenges conventional finance. With ongoing debates about its valuation, it raises important questions regarding the applicability of traditional financial metrics. For fintech startups, grasping these
December 10, 2025
Ezeebit Secures $2.5 Million Seed Round to Transform Cryptocurrency Payments in Africa Ezeebit, a promising startup focused on cryptocurrency payments and regulated by the FSCA, has successfully raised $2.5 million (or approximately R36.6 million) in a seed funding round. This capital will accelerate the company’s product development and increase merchant adoption across South Africa, Kenya,
December 10, 2025
Changelabs and Arab Bank Launch Bootcamp for Egypt's FinTech Founders Empowering Egypt's FinTech Landscape In a significant move for Egypt’s burgeoning FinTech sector, Changelabs has partnered with Arab Bank’s AB Xelerate to launch a specialized bootcamp aimed at supporting the nation’s most promising FinTech founders. This initiative is set to propel innovation and foster entrepreneurship
