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Compliance challenges and technology gaps amid US regulatory uncertainty, Finextra survey reveals

The latest survey report by Finextra, which included responses from 200 financial services professionals across the US, highlights both optimism and uncertainty surrounding the sector’s regulatory readiness. Conducted between January 16–29, 2025, the survey captured insights from C-level executives to senior managers working in banks, credit unions, payment service providers, technology providers, and fintech firms with revenues ranging from under $10 billion to over $250 billion. These findings come at a pivotal time following the election of Donald Trump and the delay in new regulatory rulemaking, creating a climate of heightened uncertainty for the US financial sector.

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Meet the minds shaping the future of payments at NextGen Nordics

The rapidly evolving world of payments is being shaped by some of the brightest minds across industries, and this year’s NextGen Nordics event on 29 April 2025 at the Münchenbryggeriet in Stockholm, Sweden is set to be a pivotal moment in exploring how the sector is advancing. Attendees will have the rare opportunity to engage with leading figures driving innovation, digital transformation, and the future of financial services in the Nordic region.

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SMBC and Fujitsu partner on AI-powered data analytics business

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation is teaming up with Fujitsu to explore the creation of a data analytics business they say could empower customers with better decision-making and operational efficiency.

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Fuse raises $6.6m to power cross-border payments in Mena

Truelayer and BVNK veterans have raised $6.6 million for their startup building the infrastructure to power real-time cross-border payments in the Middle East and North Africa.

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Ripple integrates stablecoin into cross-border payments platform

Ripple has integrated its recently-launched stablecoin into its flagship cross-border payments system.

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Monzo co-founder Blomfield predicts AI will wipe out software engineering jobs

Monzo co-founder and Y Combinator partner Tom Blomfield has kicked up a stir by tolling the death knell of the humble software engineer, claiming that AI will soon be "provably and obviously better at basically every facet" of coding.

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Circle files for $5 billion IPO

Circle, the issuer of the world's second-largest stablecoin, USDC, has officially filed for an IPO.

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Trade bodies write to No 10 calling for UK blockchain and crypto push

A collection of UK and global trade bodies has written to the prime minister's office calling on the government to capture what they claim will be the economic and societal benefits of a new wave of digital asset and blockchain technology.

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Top 5 challenges facing Nordic banks in 2025 - and how NextGen Nordics can help

The Nordic banking sector, known for its advanced digital landscape and commitment to financial innovation, is experiencing a wave of new challenges in 2025. These challenges are largely driven by rapid technological advancements, stringent regulations, and the evolving demands of consumers.

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Sustainability fintech WeeFin raises €25 million

WeeFin, a fintech that helps financial institutions manage their sustainability strategies, has completed a €25m financing round Series B, led by Blackfin Capital Partners.

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10x opens exploratory talks over possible sale

Former Barclays chief Antony Jenkins is reportedly weighing a sale of 10x, the core banking startup he founded almost a decade ago.

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FDIC says banks don't need prior approval for crypto activities

US banks no longer need to receive prior approval before engaging in crypto-related activities, says the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.