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BlackRock’s Larry Fink warns AI may intensify wealth inequality

CEO of world’s biggest asset manager says rich backers of artificial intelligence could reap most of the rewards

Bank of Ireland equips staff for AI-driven future

The bank has published research which found that nearly three quarters (72%) of people believe it is important for banks and utility companies to train their employees in Artificial Intelligence.

Apex Group and Coinbase Asset Management launch tokenised Coinbase bitcoin yield fund on base

The enablement of a tokenized Coinbase Bitcoin Yield Fund represents a clear step forward in modernizing regulated fund distribution onchain.

Carey Olsen advises AI assistant startup Zapia on US$7 million funding round

The transaction also marks another win for Carey Olsen's corporate team in the Cayman Islands

Everyone wants tokenised funds – for different reasons

Asset managers also view tokenisation as a proactive growth strategy to reach untapped “on-chain” capital.

Obin AI raises USD 7 mln to deploy agentic AI workforce for financial institutions

The company is building agentic AI systems designed to run defined workflows end-to-end within financial institutions' existing controls and audit boundaries.

Does SA really need another ZAR stablecoin?Langelihle Nkabinde from Easy

Equities explains the role of the new Zaru rand stablecoin and why it’s so important.

Nasdaq gains SEC approval for trading tokenised securities

The only securities that will be permitted to be traded in tokenised form currently are stocks in the Russell 1000 Index, and exchange-traded funds tracking benchmarks such as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100.

AI, Blockchain Fuel Growth Opportunities for Financial Services

AI, digital assets, and blockchain bring new risks but also opportunities for leading financial services organizations to more rapidly move from ideation to implementation to transformation

How Innovative Small Banks and Credit Unions Are Stretching Their Tech Dollars

Smaller financial institutions usually approach digital transformation by partnering with core providers and established vendors.

Stripe-backed Tempo blockchain goes live with machine payments protocol

Tempo, the payments blockchain backed by Stripe, has launched its mainnet and introduced an open standard for machine payments.

Citing AI, Crypto.com axes 12% of workforce

Companies that move immediately and pair the best AI tools with top-performers will achieve a level of scale and precision that was previously impossible.

CIBC Caribbean to leverage AI in Jamaica

...new solutions to be launched in 2026

Coinbase faces a multibillion-dollar threat from D.C. but a 'rewards' loophole could protect its stablecoin revenue

The proposed rules could ban yield on stablecoins like USDC, though analysts say the exchange may adapt.

Europe Has an Edge in Developing Applications for AI

European defense tech startups are raising capital and scaling as demand surges for rebuilding military capabilities.

Cayman’s crypto space competitively positioned for growth, expert says

Cayman’s parliament has further advanced the regulatory framework necessary to support the sector

Blockchain.com CEO hails Cayman’s crypto potential

Blockchain.com’s own journey reflects the rapid growth of cryptocurrencies.

Mastercard Builds Generative AI Model for Payment Insights, Fraud Detection

Built on structured data rather than chatbot-style inputs, the model is intended to help Mastercard strengthen and streamline a range of internal services.

Five Firms in the Running to Launch Vietnam’s First Licensed Crypto Exchanges

Hanoi is testing a local exchange framework as it looks to tighten oversight of crypto trading.

PayPal Offers Stablecoin Access to Singapore Businesses in 70-Market Expansion

Eligible users can move PYUSD through PayPal and third-party wallets, while merchants may benefit from quicker access to proceeds.

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