Mastercard is a global technology company that facilitates digital payments by connecting consumers, financial institutions, and merchants through its secure transaction processing networks. The company provides a range of payment solutions, including credit and debit card services, contactless payments, and mobile payment applications. Mastercard's platform aims to enhance the payment experience by offering innovative technologies and insights that help businesses and consumers make transactions easier, safer, and more efficient. Through partnerships with various stakeholders in the financial ecosystem, Mastercard continuously works to promote financial inclusion and empower people to transact in a digital world. Read More
Shares of buy-now-pay-later service Sezzle (NASDAQCM:SEZL) fell 8% in the morning session after investors looked past a strong third-quarter earnings report, focusing instead on rising credit loss provisions, a key executive change, and emerging competition.
New York, NY – November 5, 2025 – In a groundbreaking announcement made today at Ripple Swell 2025 in New York, Ripple, in collaboration with global payments giant Mastercard (NYSE: MA), WebBank, and leading cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, revealed a pioneering initiative to pilot the use of Ripple's U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, on the XRP Ledger [...]
As of the third quarter of 2025, American household debt has swelled to an unprecedented $18.59 trillion, marking a significant $197 billion increase from the previous quarter and casting a long shadow over the nation's economic stability. This alarming surge in consumer liabilities signals a growing strain on household
November 5, 2025 – The cryptocurrency ecosystem is witnessing a pivotal transformation as stablecoins ascend to unprecedented levels of popularity and utility, simultaneously navigating an increasingly complex and fragmented global regulatory landscape. Over the past year, from late 2024 through November 2025, these digital assets, designed to maintain a stable value relative to a fiat [...]
The financial technology (Fintech) landscape is on the cusp of a profound transformation, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) poised to drive unprecedented growth. Recent market projections indicate that the global AI in Fintech market is expected to surge to an astonishing US$ 70.3 billion by 2033. This represents a monumental leap from its current valuation, underscoring [...]
November 5, 2025 – In a move that could redefine the integration of traditional finance with the burgeoning digital asset ecosystem, global payments giant Mastercard (NYSE: MA) is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire Zero Hash, a leading crypto infrastructure firm, for an estimated $1.5 billion to $2 billion. While both companies have yet to [...]
PhotonPay, an AI-powered financial infrastructure, unveiled its latest innovations at Money20/20 USA 2025, held this week in Las Vegas. The company joined industry leaders and innovators to discuss how technology, collaboration, and data intelligence are shaping the next era of payments and financial connectivity.
The cryptocurrency landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by significant advancements in stablecoin technology and a rapidly maturing global regulatory environment. As of November 2025, stablecoins are shedding their image as mere crypto trading tools, evolving into a foundational infrastructure for a more efficient, inclusive, and integrated global financial system. Recent innovations, including yield-bearing [...]
Brussels, Belgium – November 3, 2025 – In a pivotal development for the European cryptocurrency landscape, ZeroHash Europe officially announced on November 3, 2025, that it has received its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) license from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). While the authorization itself was granted on November 2, 2025, the [...]
Blockchain Life 2025, the 15th edition of the world-renowned crypto forum, broke records in Dubai with 16,730 attendees from 130 countries, solidifying its status as a premier global event. Over 160 speakers, including leaders and representatives from top companies such as Tether, Mastercard, Ripple, and Google Cloud, shared the latest trends in digital assets, Web3, and mining. A key highlight featured Telegram founder Pavel Durov, who took the stage to unveil Cocoon, a new network merging the TON blockchain with decentralized AI technologies — an announcement that quickly became a centerpiece of industry discussion. With 200 exhibiting companies, the World Series of Crypto Trading finals, and an exclusive afterparty headlined by Akon, the event blended high-level insights with immersive experiences and networking.
Blockchain Life 2025, the 15th edition of the world-renowned crypto forum, broke records in Dubai with 16,730 attendees from 130 countries, solidifying its status as a premier global event. Over 160 speakers, including leaders and representatives from top companies such as Tether, Mastercard, Ripple, and Google Cloud, shared the latest trends in digital assets, Web3, and mining. A key highlight featured Telegram founder Pavel Durov, who took the stage to unveil Cocoon, a new network merging the TON blockchain with decentralized AI technologies — an announcement that quickly became a centerpiece of industry discussion. With 200 exhibiting companies, the World Series of Crypto Trading finals, and an exclusive afterparty headlined by Akon, the event blended high-level insights with immersive experiences and networking.
New Delhi, November 1, 2025 – The Indian financial technology landscape is abuzz as Pine Labs, a leading merchant commerce platform, prepares to launch its highly anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO) this coming week. Set to open for public subscription on November 7, 2025, the digital payments giant aims to raise
