The digital asset landscape occupies a unique position as January 2026 draws to a close. While Bitcoin maintains a steady rhythm around the $89,000 mark, the most significant activity has migrated toward specialized market sectors where technical breakthroughs and regulatory progress create massive opportunities. Modern market participants are looking past established names, seeking assets capable […] The post Here’s Why BlockDAG is the Top Crypto to Buy as It Outpaces Solana, Ethereum, & XRP appeared first on TechBullion.

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Payoneer is expanding local collection capabilities across Indonesia and in the Mexican Peso. The investments aim to scale infrastructure and capabilities that support Payoneer’s global payments and commerce ambitions. With nearly 2 million customers, Payoneer aims to offer further improved local access and cross-border payment efficiency through 2026. Global payments company Payoneer made moves to help companies doing business in Indonesia and Mexico this week. The New York-based company expanded its global payment platform in Indonesia and enhanced local collection services in Mexico. The new capabilities aim to help customers transact and receive funds from local buyers and ecommerce platforms. Payoneer anticipates its platform will facilitate the funds faster and at a lower cost, ultimately helping businesses tap into new, global markets. In Indonesia, Payoneer will help small businesses collect funds from local businesses. The company aims to offer more control over foreign exchange management while providing increased access to a trade in the largest ecommerce market in Southeast Asia. For global businesses looking to collect funds in the Mexican Peso, Payoneer has expanded its collection services in that currency. With the expansion, the company is aiming to reduce friction for global sellers who need to collect funds across multiple channels, supporting shifting international demand. “Global trade is dynamic—reshaping in response to macro factors and trade policy,” said Payoneer SVP of Treasury and Payment Services Derek Green. “For over 20 years, Payoneer has supported and enabled our customers’ global ambitions. By expanding our capabilities in critical markets like Mexico and Indonesia, we continue to empower our customers as they look to expand into fast-growing markets, leveraging our ecommerce marketplace ecosystem to enable access to customer demand on Amazon Mexico, Walmart, Mercado Libre, and Shopee.” Payoneer was founded in 2005 to help SMBs transact, do business, and grow globally. The company’s global financial stack helps remove barriers and simplify cross-border commerce to make it easier for businesses to connect to the global economy, pay, get paid, manage their funds across multiple currencies, and grow their businesses. The new capabilities launched this week add to Payoneer’s existing local collection infrastructure across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. In today’s announcement, Payoneer disclosed that it plans to expand local collection capabilities in other high-growth markets in Latin America and Asia Pacific later this year to support its almost 2 million customers.  The post Payoneer Expands Services in Indonesia and Mexico appeared first on Finovate.       

Nu has received conditional approval from the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish a de novo national bank, Nubank, N.A. The approval is part of Nu’s strategy to expand its operations and product offerings in the US. Once fully authorised, the bank charter will enable Nu to offer deposit accounts, credit cards, and lending services. It will also allow the company to provide digital asset custody under a federal framework. David Vélez “This approval isn’t just an expansion of our operation; it’s an opportunity to prove our thesis that a digital-first, customer-centric model is the future of financial services globally. While we remain fully focused on our core markets in Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, this step allows us to build the next generation of banking in the US,” said David Vélez, founder and CEO of Nu Holdings. The US organisation will be led by co-founder Cristina Junqueira, who has relocated to the US. Roberto Campos Neto, former President of the Central Bank of Brazil, will serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Nu has entered the bank organisation phase, during which it will meet OCC conditions and seek approvals from the FDIC and Federal Reserve. The company plans to capitalise the institution within 12 months and open the bank within 18 months. Nu submitted its OCC application on 30 September 2025. The approval follows Nu’s regulatory track record in Latin America. Nu Mexico received authorisation from the Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores in April 2025, and Nu Brazil has operated as a regulated bank since 2016.     Featured image credit: Edited by Fintech News Switzerland, based on image by mangpor2004 via Freepik The post Nu Cleared for US Bank Launch by OCC appeared first on Fintech Schweiz Digital Finance News - FintechNewsCH.

NUS’ Asian Institute of Digital Finance is working with Standard Chartered to help address the gap between AI strategy and execution in Asia. The bank will serve as a knowledge partner for AIDF’s Executive Master in AI and Digital Transformation, an executive programme focused on senior leaders navigating AI and digital change. The collaboration will centre on knowledge sharing and industry engagement. Participants in the programme will gain exposure to Standard Chartered’s banking and innovation activities, including digital banking, sustainability, wealth management and fintech. Standard Chartered employees will also receive greater access to AIDF’s executive programmes, including tuition rebates for the AI programme and invitations to selected industry forums. Huang Ke-Wei “This partnership underscores our mission to empower leaders with the capabilities to thrive in the age of AI and digital transformation. By connecting NUS’ global research and education platform with Standard Chartered’s innovation leadership, we are creating pathways for executives to lead with confidence and impact.” said Associate Professor Huang Ke-Wei, Executive Director of NUS AIDF. David Hardoon “We are delighted to partner with NUS AIDF in advancing talent development and knowledge exchange in AI – one that aims to address the anticipated shortage of leaders capable of turning AI potential into economic reality across the financial services sector. This collaboration reflects our commitment towards equipping our colleagues and uplifting the wider ecosystem with critical AI skills and insights. As emerging technologies evolve, we believe such extensive conversation and a people-focused approach are essential for accelerating innovation across the wider industry.” said David Hardoon, Global Head of AI Enablement, Standard Chartered.     Featured image: The MOU was signed by Assoc Prof Huang Ke-Wei (seated, left), Executive Director of AIDF, and Dr David Hardoon (seated, right), Global Head of AI Enablement at Standard Chartered. The post NUS Partners StanChart on Executive Master’s Programme in AI appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

Trading and investing platform eToro has expanded its local offering for users in Denmark by adding support for deposits and trading in Danish kroner, alongside US dollars.The company said Danish users can now deposit, hold, withdraw, and invest directly in DKK. Users can choose whether to fund trades from their DKK or USD balance instead of converting to USD by default. When trading Copenhagen-listed stocks, users can avoid currency conversion fees by using DKK.The update follows eToro’s expansion last year of its partnership with Nasdaq. The move gave users access to real-time data for more than 210 additional Nordic-listed stocks across Copenhagen, Helsinki, and Stockholm. At the time, eToro said it was the first non-Nordic platform to provide complimentary real-time access to Nasdaq Nordic market data globally.DKK Accounts Help Reduce Trading CostseToro said Danish users will also receive discounted currency conversion rates when trading USD-listed assets. Conversion fees between DKK and USD start at 0.75 percent and can fall to 0.15 percent depending on the user’s eToro Club tier.Doron Rosenblum, Executive Vice President for Business Solutions at eToro, said the company aims to combine global market access with local features. He said DKK accounts allow users to “reduce costs” and “manage their currency exposure more effectively.”Open Banking Enables Instant Deposits SoonThe company also said it plans to allow Danish users to deposit BTC, ETH, USDC, and XRP from external wallets. These assets can be converted into DKK and then reinvested, withdrawn, or spent on the platform.In addition, eToro announced upcoming changes to its funding process in Denmark. An Open Banking solution is expected to enable instant bank transfers directly within the eToro app.eToro Expands European Presence Through Sports SponsorshipsAlongside product and market developments in Denmark, eToro is expanding its presence across Europe through sports sponsorships. The firm has signed multi-year agreements with four French Ligue 1 clubs—AS Monaco, LOSC Lille, Olympique Marseille, and Olympique Lyonnais—starting with the 2025/26 season. These deals include branding on jerseys, pitch-side displays, and digital platforms. In parallel, eToro will become the exclusive trading and investment partner of the BWT Alpine Formula One Team for the 2026 season. Financial terms were not disclosed. This article was written by Tareq Sikder at www.financemagnates.com.

The rapidly growing crypto network achieves a billion-dollar valuation milestone. Highlights: Crypto network Mesh achieved unicorn status after recent funding. The company’s valuation surpassed $1 billion. Investment signals strong growth in the cryptocurrency sector. Crypto network Mesh has officially reached unicorn status, valued at over $1 billion following its latest funding round. The investment highlights the increasing appetite for blockchain technology and innovative financial solutions in the cryptocurrency market. Mesh’s rapid growth reflects strong investor confidence as the demand for decentralized finance continues to rise. This milestone marks a significant moment in the fintech industry, as more companies seek to innovate within the digital currency space.

YC-backed Givefront is building a fintech designed specifically for nonprofits, including food banks, churches, and homeowner associations.