Tokenized deposits vs stablecoins: what banks must decide
A Finextra and Fireblocks webinar will examine digital money, but banks face distinct legal, payment and funding choices.
By Rafael Ortiz 2 weeks agoFintech Correspondent
Rafael Ortiz
Rafael covers payments, banking infrastructure, and the software eating financial services. Former product lead at a payments processor.
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Booking Holdings Q2 2026 results highlight payments strategy alongside AI
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SD & Co. has announced an investment in Mastodon Provisions, with retail and direct-to-consumer growth among the stated aims.
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Visa BioCatch acquisition targets fraud risks before payments begin
Visa has agreed to pay $2.4 billion in cash for BioCatch, seeking session-level fraud signals before payment initiation.
By Rafael Ortiz 2 weeks agoAI agents and regulatory change: Finextra schedules Workday webinar
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25 states sue Trump administration over Section 301 tariffs
A 25-state coalition seeks to void 10% and 12.5% import tariffs, testing whether the administration followed Section 301 rules.
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SoundHound Sales Assist brings voice AI to retail associates
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Sponsor bank deposit network gives First Internet more balance-sheet flexibility
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