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Coinbase CEO Warns Against AI-Only Focus for Crypto Firms
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Coinbase CEO Warns Against AI-Only Focus for Crypto Firms

Brian Armstrong argues that cryptocurrency and AI should coexist, emphasizing crypto's foundational role in the future of finance.

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Revolutionizing Cross-Border Transactions in the Gulf

The future of cross-border financial transactions hinges on creating seamless and instantaneous systems, akin to modern messaging apps. This evolution is critical for the GCC's int...

Finextra · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
AXON Secures $1 Million Investment to Propel Cross-Border Payment Solutions in Saudi Arabia
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AXON Secures $1 Million Investment to Propel Cross-Border Payment Solutions in Saudi Arabia

UAE-based fintech AXON has successfully raised approximately $1 million (SAR 4 million) from Maarej Real Estate during its recent Investor Summit in Riyadh. Founded in 2021 by Male...

Wamda · 01 Jul 2026 3 min read
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Banks at the Forefront: Navigating the Digital Currency Landscape

As the digital currency landscape evolves, banks are at a critical juncture where they must reassess their roles and strategies. The advent of digital money presents both opportuni...

Finextra · 01 Jul 2026 3 min read
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Iceland Joins Eurosystem’s Instant Payment Network, Enhancing Financial Infrastructure

Iceland has officially become the latest non-European nation to integrate into the Eurosystem's Target Instant Payment Settlement System (TIPS). This strategic move will enable the...

Finextra · 01 Jul 2026 3 min read