As embedded payments become commoditized, connected commerce emerges as fintech’s next frontier. This evolution integrates full banking functionality into software platforms, creating new revenue streams and operational efficiencies across industries.
Climate Fund Managers has closed Climate Investor Two at $1.07 billion, becoming the largest climate adaptation infrastructure fund focused on emerging markets. The fund introduces a pioneering Bridge-to-Bond mechanism to mobilize institutional capital for water, waste and oceans projects across Afr
Slovenia is preparing to issue up to Rmb5bn in panda bonds next year, becoming one of the few European nations to tap Chinese capital markets directly. This move represents a strategic pivot as smaller EU countries navigate escalating US-China trade tensions.
Visa’s CEO has declared the company a “hyperscaler” in payments, revealing massive scale with 12 billion endpoints and AI-driven infrastructure. The payments giant is positioning itself as the foundational layer for the next generation of commerce, from stablecoins to agentic transactions.
New OECD research reveals a troubling trend: countries prioritizing security over collaboration are creating parallel research ecosystems. The US-China rift is driving a global science schism with profound implications.
Inseego is making a bold channel pivot under new leadership, targeting enterprise 5G with a refreshed partner program and new router. This strategic shift could reshape the company’s market position against established competitors.
Two Southeast Asian nations have joined the expanding international framework for lunar exploration. The Artemis Accords now include 59 countries as space governance becomes increasingly crucial.
China’s markets rallied on trade optimism and AI focus, but deeper structural challenges remain. Expert analysis reveals why this surge may face headwinds from economic realities and geopolitical tensions.
China doubles down on manufacturing-led growth despite property crisis and overcapacity concerns. This strategic pivot faces significant global and domestic challenges that could undermine its effectiveness.
A breakthrough AI banking assistant seamlessly handles English, Hindi, and code-mixed Hinglish while maintaining strict privacy standards. This technology could revolutionize financial inclusion in multilingual societies.
