Banking trends to watch in 2026
December 18, 202518 min
Emerging banking trends in 2026: human-first approaches, AI-driven hyper personalisation, fraud prevention, digital assets, and practical GenAI use.
Verisoul Raises $8.8M Series A to Fight Fraud, Fake Users, and Bots in AI Era
December 17, 20256 min
The round was led by High Alpha with participation from new and existing investors including Lookout Ventures, Bain Future Back Ventures, Bitkraft, and Third Prime. In two years since commercialization, Verisoul has scaled from zero to 100+ customers, achieving over 6x YoY ARR growth each year. Named Austin’s 2024 “Emerging Startup of the Year,” Verisoul is already protecting market leaders like Clay, Augment Code, and Morning Consult from hundreds of millions of AI-driven attacks. Verisoul, the all-in-one...
Informed.IQ Secures $63M to Advance AI-Powered Fraud Prevention
December 17, 20256 min
Informed.IQ’s platform has powered loan originations exceeding $350 billion for seven of the top ten U.S. auto lenders Customers realize double-digit million-dollar ROI powered by Informed. IQ’s proprietary data edge in fraud detection and streamlined verification processes Funding accelerates expansion into mortgage, consumer lending, tenant screening, and government benefit administration Informed.IQ, the leader in AI-powered loan verification and fraud prevention, today announced a $63 million growth equity investment from Invictus Growth Partners. Trusted by the...
Provenir Rolls Out AI Maturity and Data Science 101 Certification
December 17, 20254 min
New Provenir effort showcases the company’s commitment to advocacy, education and upskilling in AI, which is radically reshaping banking and financial services
Plata arranges financing for up to US$500 million by Nomura
December 16, 20255 min
This transaction stands as the largest Private Credit financing ever raised by a Mexican fintech and marks the first time a Japanese global financial institution backs an operation of this scale in the country’s digital finance sector and adds to previously closed and currently outstanding debt transactions with Fasanara Capital, Lumina Capital and a bond issuance in the Nordic capital markets. With this facility, Plata surpasses US$1.6 billion in cumulative institutional funding since entering the Mexican market, reflecting sustained global confidence in its financial,...
Apex Defi Labs Inc. Announces Strategic Executive Sales Leadership Expansion
December 16, 20256 min
Four Distinguished Technology and Business Leaders Join to Drive Global Growth Initiatives
Volante Technologies ranks on IDC FinTech Top 100 for fifth consecutive year
December 15, 20255 min
IDC Financial Insights ranks Volante among top enterprises worldwide serving the financial services industry
LoanBud Expands Southeastern Operations with New Fort Lauderdale Office
December 10, 20254 min
LoanBud, the rapidly expanding fintech marketplace dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs to Small Business Administration (SBA) financing, announced it is expanding and has opened a new office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Operations began in November at 110 East Broward Boulevard. LoanBud is planning to add 20 new hires in 2026. Opening the new office marks a strategic expansion of LoanBud’s presence in the Southeast, adding to its headquarters in New York City and a regional office in Orangeburg,...
The Rise of Sustainable and Ethical Fintech Solutions in 2026
December 5, 202514 min
Investments made at the beginning of the year in traceable technology will result in two benefits: a reduction of 20% in the cost because of energy optimization and the loyalty of consumers who are driven by the company's purpose.
Gen Z’s Perfect Financial Storm and How Financial Institutions Can Help
December 3, 202518 min
Explore how financial institutions can empower Gen Z through credit education, digital tools, and guidance that builds long-term financial confidence.