All articles by Swagath Bandhakavi

Swagath Bandhakavi

AuthenticID and Authvia join forces to provide secure, frictionless digital payments

This collaboration ensures that only verified users can send or receive payments, eliminating fraud risk while making transactions faster, safer, and more convenient

UK govt plans to integrate Payment Systems Regulator into FCA framework

The British government’s decision is part of an initiative to streamline financial regulation and promote economic growth

StoneX to acquire Benchmark, adding capabilities in investment banking

This strategic acquisition will strengthen StoneX’s offerings in equity and debt capital markets

J. Safra Sarasin to acquire 70% stake in Danish fintech firm Saxo Bank

J. Safra Sarasin seeks to broaden its reach and strengthen its position in the global financial services industry through this acquisition

Standard Chartered launches private markets co-investment club for ultra-high-net-worth clients

For the inaugural launch of the CIC, Standard Chartered has entered into an exclusive partnership with Ardian

UniCredit finalises acquisition of Aion Bank and Vodeno

Vodeno is a fintech company specialising in BaaS solutions, while Aion Bank operates as a digital bank with a subscription model

BBVA will offer bitcoin and ether trading and custody services in Spain

The bank is set to launch a new service, accessible to all its customers, enabling them to securely buy, sell, and manage bitcoin and ether transactions through its app

American Express to acquire Center for enhanced expense management

The acquisition aims to enhance American Express’s corporate and small business card services through the integration of Center’s advanced software solutions

ProcessOut and Trustly team up to offer merchants smarter instant bank payments

This integration allows businesses to easily offer Trustly’s instant bank payment solutions, increasing conversion rates, reducing costs, and expanding into new markets

Palantir and TWG launch AI JV to transform financial services

The partnership aims to transition from fragmented, isolated AI tools to a holistic, enterprise-wide integration within the banking, investment management, and insurance industries