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No Happy Ending for the World’s Largest Bitcoin ATM Operator: How US Regulation Killed Bitcoin Depot Project and What Comes Next for Crypto ATMs
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No Happy Ending for the World’s Largest Bitcoin ATM Operator: How US Regulation Killed Bitcoin Depot Project and What Comes Next for Crypto ATMs

On May 18, 2026, Bitcoin Depot, for years known as the dominant force in the global crypto ATM system, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The digital asset company switched off its entire network of over 9,000 kiosks across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Thousands of users are now left without the convenience of cashing […]

Grey Registers As Payment Service Provider Under Canada’s RPAA
Fintech & Ecommerce

Grey Registers As Payment Service Provider Under Canada’s RPAA

Grey, a cross-border payment platform backed by Y Combinator, has been registered as a Payment Service Provider under Canada’s Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA).

RBC Acquires Mortgage Tech Firm Pinch to Expand Digital Home Lending Capabilities
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RBC Acquires Mortgage Tech Firm Pinch to Expand Digital Home Lending Capabilities

Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) has acquired Toronto-based mortgage technology provider Pinch Financial in a move aimed at strengthening the bank’s digital mortgage capabilities and simplifying the home-buying process for Canadian borrowers. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

24 Cities Worldwide Awarded $1 Million for Civic Innovation
Society & Lifestyle

24 Cities Worldwide Awarded $1 Million for Civic Innovation

Twenty‑four cities from across the globe have been named winners of the Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge 2025–2026, each receiving $1 million in funding and expert support to implement bold new ideas aimed at improving life for residents. The winning cities were selected from more than 630 applicants representing over 35 million people across 20 countries.

Open Banking Expo Canada Reveals First Wave of Trailblazing Speakers
Fintech & Ecommerce

Open Banking Expo Canada Reveals First Wave of Trailblazing Speakers

Open Banking Expo has announced the first set of trailblazers joining the speaker line-up at Open Banking Expo Canada on March 5, 2026, and confirmed that Symcor will return as headline partner for the second consecutive year.

Open Banking Expo Canada
Fintech & Ecommerce

Open Banking Expo Canada

Canada’s Consumer-Driven Banking framework has entered its next phase, and 2026 will be a defining year.

5th Canada-Africa Business Conference to Welcome Leaders to Namibia
Events

5th Canada-Africa Business Conference to Welcome Leaders to Namibia

The 5th Canada-Africa Business Conference, convened by The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, will take place on February 5, 2026, in Windhoek, positioning Namibia at the centre of high-level Canada–Africa trade and investment engagement

Symcor Appoints Michaela O’Connor as Senior Vice President & Chief Growth Officer
Fintech & Ecommerce

Symcor Appoints Michaela O’Connor as Senior Vice President & Chief Growth Officer

Symcor is leveling up its growth game with newly appointed Michaela O’Connor leading the charge.

One Inc Extends ClaimsPay Solution to Canada
Fintech & Ecommerce

One Inc Extends ClaimsPay Solution to Canada

Insurance carriers in Canada can now offer policyholders faster, more convenient claims payouts through popular platforms like Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle, with new One Inc support added for Canada’s Interac network.

Travelex Debuts Wholesale Banknote Operations in Canada
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Travelex Debuts Wholesale Banknote Operations in Canada

Travelex expansion to Canada with its wholesale banknote operations will provide international currency services to banks and money service businesses nationwide.

Nuvei Rolls Out AI Integration Agent to Accelerate Client Onboarding
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Nuvei Rolls Out AI Integration Agent to Accelerate Client Onboarding

Built on the Model Context Protocol, Nuvei AI Integration Agent cuts onboarding from weeks to hours, reduces setup errors, and helps teams go live faster with fewer manual steps.

Singapore & UAE Lead in Crypto Adoption
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Singapore & UAE Lead in Crypto Adoption

Among the global crypto enthusiasts, Singapore and UAE stand out with their high cryptocurrency ownership, robust search activity and rapid adoption growth.

Digital Takes Over: Visa’s 2025 Report Shows Apps Now Dominate North America’s Remittance Landscape
Fintech & Ecommerce

Digital Takes Over: Visa’s 2025 Report Shows Apps Now Dominate North America’s Remittance Landscape

Visa’s latest Money Travels: 2025 Digital Remittances Adoption Report reveals a strong shift toward digital remittance apps in North America.

Cashless Society: Myth or Reality? Top Cashless Nations Globally
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Cashless Society: Myth or Reality? Top Cashless Nations Globally

Envision a future where all the transactions are paperless. For some, it feels like utopia with less theft and more convenience, while others suggest more dystopian scenarios where all your money and assets can be taken away by an evil omnipresent government at any moment. While I, personally, believe truth lies somewhere in between, many […]

Nuvei to Offer Canadian Businesses Near Instant Payouts Via Mastercard Move
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Nuvei to Offer Canadian Businesses Near Instant Payouts Via Mastercard Move

A partnership between Canadian fintech company Nuvei and payment industry giant Mastercard will provide access to near-instantaneous payouts for businesses based in Canada.

CIBC Launches Adapta Mastercard With Smart Rewards System
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CIBC Launches Adapta Mastercard With Smart Rewards System

The first adaptive Mastercard product in Canada enables CIBC customers to maximise their shopping rewards using dynamic spending insights.