EquiLend has taken a major step forward in its mission to lead innovation in securities finance by acquiring Trading Apps, a front-office technology provider recognized for its advanced automation tools and modular trading solutions. These tools are widely adopted by top-tier securities finance desks around the world and are known for improving operational efficiency and
Deloitte has announced the integration of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities into Omnia, its global cloud-based Audit & Assurance platform, aimed at transforming the audit experience. These innovations address the increasing complexity of the business environment by providing agile, integrated solutions. The AI enhancements are part of Deloitte’s ongoing investment in cutting-edge technologies to drive
Equifax®, a global leader in data, analytics, and technology, has teamed up with Qlarifi, the first real-time consumer credit database specifically designed for Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) lending, to conduct a groundbreaking joint study. The focus of the study is to evaluate how the inclusion of Buy Now, Pay Later data affects credit risk
Charles Schwab, a prominent name in investing and trading with $10.76 trillion in total client assets and 7.6 million daily average trades in Q2 2025, has expanded its list of securities available for overnight trading. Every trading day, at 8 p.m. ET, these extended + overnight session orders (EXTO) expire. Now, all Schwab retail clients
Bybit, recognized as the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has entered into a strategic partnership with Tether, the leading digital asset company and issuer of USD₮, the most widely used stablecoin globally. The collaboration focuses on accelerating cryptocurrency adoption in Brazil through a combination of institutional partnerships, sponsorship of major events, and expansive
A recent roundtable featuring Morgan Stanley leaders highlighted the extraordinary pace of AI innovation and the vast potential it holds for both businesses and investors. As artificial intelligence rapidly evolves, it is driving a new wave of investment and transformation across industries. Experts estimate AI could unlock up to $40 trillion in global operational efficiencies,
Splitit has joined forces with Samsung to introduce a groundbreaking installment payment feature within Samsung Wallet. This collaboration brings users the ability to make in-store purchases and pay over time, utilizing their existing credit cards directly at the point of sale. This marks a major milestone, as it’s the first time an installment option is
BMO has partnered with financial planning software provider Conquest Planning to introduce ‘My Financial Progress’, a new digital tool designed to help Canadians better manage and understand their finances. This feature is now accessible through BMO’s Mobile and Online Banking platforms and leverages Conquest’s advanced technology to deliver personalized financial guidance that adapts in real
PayPal has announced a groundbreaking global initiative—PayPal World—which brings together many of the world’s major digital wallets and payment systems on a unified platform. The launch begins with interoperability between PayPal and Venmo and includes partners representing close to two billion users worldwide. This strategic move aims to revolutionize how people send money, shop both
Mastercard has enhanced its U.S. Small Business Navigator platform by introducing a new partnership with Clover, a Fiserv company and one of the nation’s leading point-of-sale and business management system providers. Through this collaboration, the first 1,000 eligible small businesses that apply before December 31, 2025, can receive a select Clover device for just one
Spinwheel, a prominent leader in real-time consumer credit data and AI-powered payments, has formally announced a strategic partnership with Algebrik AI Inc., a Delaware-based business based in New York City that is credited with creating the first cloud-native, AI-driven, digital-age Loan Origination System (LOS) in history. This partnership is a major step in changing the
Following a formal evaluation by Standard & Poor’s (S&P), a well-known credit rating agency with a stable outlook, Fidelidade – Companhia de Seguros, S.A. and its reinsurance branch, Fidelidade RE – Companhia de Resseguros, S.A., were given long-term Issuer Credit Ratings (ICR) and Financial Strength Ratings (FSR) of ‘A’. This rating reflects S\&P’s confidence in
