Frederic Noel
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Noah and Fin.com launch fiat-to-stablecoin virtual accounts
https://www.frederic-noel.com/noah-and-fin-com-launch-fiat-to-stablecoin-virtual-accounts/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/noah-and-fin-com-launch-fiat-to-stablecoin-virtual-accounts/
December 18, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Noah and Fin.com launch fiat-to-stablecoin virtual accounts
https://www.frederic-noel.com/noah-and-fin-com-launch-fiat-to-stablecoin-virtual-accounts/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/noah-and-fin-com-launch-fiat-to-stablecoin-virtual-accounts/
Monzo secures EU licence; opens Irish waitlist
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-secures-eu-licence-opens-irish-waitlist/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-secures-eu-licence-opens-irish-waitlist/
December 18, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Monzo secures EU licence; opens Irish waitlist
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-secures-eu-licence-opens-irish-waitlist/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-secures-eu-licence-opens-irish-waitlist/
Monzo has secured an EU banking licence, paving the way for its expansion across Europe. This strengthens its post‑Brexit strategy and boosts competition in digital banking, showing how regulatory alignment is essential for fintechs scaling cross‑border services.
December 18, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Monzo has secured an EU banking licence, paving the way for its expansion across Europe. This strengthens its post‑Brexit strategy and boosts competition in digital banking, showing how regulatory alignment is essential for fintechs scaling cross‑border services.
Automated monitoring enhances real‑time risk detection, improving accuracy and easing compliance workloads. It supports stronger governance, better reporting, and helps institutions scale responsibly amid growing regulatory demands.
December 18, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Automated monitoring enhances real‑time risk detection, improving accuracy and easing compliance workloads. It supports stronger governance, better reporting, and helps institutions scale responsibly amid growing regulatory demands.
Bunq introduces crypto roundups and upgraded AI assistant
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bunq-introduces-crypto-roundups-and-upgraded-ai-assistant/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bunq-introduces-crypto-roundups-and-upgraded-ai-assistant/
December 18, 2025 at 6:28 AM
Bunq introduces crypto roundups and upgraded AI assistant
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bunq-introduces-crypto-roundups-and-upgraded-ai-assistant/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bunq-introduces-crypto-roundups-and-upgraded-ai-assistant/
Starling embarks on hiring spree as SaaS unit Engine moves to new HQ
https://www.frederic-noel.com/starling-embarks-on-hiring-spree-as-saas-unit-engine-moves-to-new-hq/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/starling-embarks-on-hiring-spree-as-saas-unit-engine-moves-to-new-hq/
December 18, 2025 at 2:28 AM
Starling embarks on hiring spree as SaaS unit Engine moves to new HQ
https://www.frederic-noel.com/starling-embarks-on-hiring-spree-as-saas-unit-engine-moves-to-new-hq/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/starling-embarks-on-hiring-spree-as-saas-unit-engine-moves-to-new-hq/
Monzo to acquire digital mortgage broker Habito
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-to-acquire-digital-mortgage-broker-habito/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-to-acquire-digital-mortgage-broker-habito/
December 17, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Monzo to acquire digital mortgage broker Habito
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-to-acquire-digital-mortgage-broker-habito/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/monzo-to-acquire-digital-mortgage-broker-habito/
PayPal’s bid for a US banking licence signals its shift toward becoming a full financial institution. This move could expand its service offering, reshape competition with traditional banks and push fintechs further into regulated financial sectors.
December 17, 2025 at 11:01 AM
PayPal’s bid for a US banking licence signals its shift toward becoming a full financial institution. This move could expand its service offering, reshape competition with traditional banks and push fintechs further into regulated financial sectors.
AI‑powered credit scoring improves SME lending by analysing richer data for faster, fairer decisions. It boosts accuracy, enhances inclusion, and gives banks and fintechs a competitive edge—when balanced with strong governance and responsible data use.
December 17, 2025 at 7:02 AM
AI‑powered credit scoring improves SME lending by analysing richer data for faster, fairer decisions. It boosts accuracy, enhances inclusion, and gives banks and fintechs a competitive edge—when balanced with strong governance and responsible data use.
Stripe launches tech to help firms sell through AI agents
https://www.frederic-noel.com/stripe-launches-tech-to-help-firms-sell-through-ai-agents/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/stripe-launches-tech-to-help-firms-sell-through-ai-agents/
December 17, 2025 at 6:28 AM
Stripe launches tech to help firms sell through AI agents
https://www.frederic-noel.com/stripe-launches-tech-to-help-firms-sell-through-ai-agents/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/stripe-launches-tech-to-help-firms-sell-through-ai-agents/
N26 hit with fresh BaFin sanctions; appoints Mike Dargan CEO
https://www.frederic-noel.com/n26-hit-with-fresh-bafin-sanctions-appoints-mike-dargan-ceo/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/n26-hit-with-fresh-bafin-sanctions-appoints-mike-dargan-ceo/
December 17, 2025 at 2:28 AM
N26 hit with fresh BaFin sanctions; appoints Mike Dargan CEO
https://www.frederic-noel.com/n26-hit-with-fresh-bafin-sanctions-appoints-mike-dargan-ceo/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/n26-hit-with-fresh-bafin-sanctions-appoints-mike-dargan-ceo/
JPMorgan launches tokenized money market fund
https://www.frederic-noel.com/jpmorgan-launches-tokenized-money-market-fund/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/jpmorgan-launches-tokenized-money-market-fund/
December 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM
JPMorgan launches tokenized money market fund
https://www.frederic-noel.com/jpmorgan-launches-tokenized-money-market-fund/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/jpmorgan-launches-tokenized-money-market-fund/
Visa launches stablecoin advisory practice
https://www.frederic-noel.com/visa-launches-stablecoin-advisory-practice/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/visa-launches-stablecoin-advisory-practice/
December 16, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Visa launches stablecoin advisory practice
https://www.frederic-noel.com/visa-launches-stablecoin-advisory-practice/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/visa-launches-stablecoin-advisory-practice/
Ripple and Circle win approval to open as national trust banks
https://www.frederic-noel.com/ripple-and-circle-win-approval-to-open-as-national-trust-banks/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/ripple-and-circle-win-approval-to-open-as-national-trust-banks/
December 16, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Ripple and Circle win approval to open as national trust banks
https://www.frederic-noel.com/ripple-and-circle-win-approval-to-open-as-national-trust-banks/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/ripple-and-circle-win-approval-to-open-as-national-trust-banks/
Visa’s new stablecoin advisory practice reflects growing mainstream interest in digital assets. By guiding firms on risk, compliance and integration, it aims to support responsible adoption and strengthen the role of stablecoins in modern payment and commerce ecosystems.
December 16, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Visa’s new stablecoin advisory practice reflects growing mainstream interest in digital assets. By guiding firms on risk, compliance and integration, it aims to support responsible adoption and strengthen the role of stablecoins in modern payment and commerce ecosystems.
Enhanced cross‑chain processing improves reliability, reduces failed transactions, and strengthens interoperability. These advances support compliance, boost trust, and help digital assets move closer to institutional‑grade adoption.
December 16, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Enhanced cross‑chain processing improves reliability, reduces failed transactions, and strengthens interoperability. These advances support compliance, boost trust, and help digital assets move closer to institutional‑grade adoption.
NatWest opens applications for fintech growth programme
https://www.frederic-noel.com/natwest-opens-applications-for-fintech-growth-programme/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/natwest-opens-applications-for-fintech-growth-programme/
December 16, 2025 at 6:28 AM
NatWest opens applications for fintech growth programme
https://www.frederic-noel.com/natwest-opens-applications-for-fintech-growth-programme/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/natwest-opens-applications-for-fintech-growth-programme/
BridgeWise adopts AI for corporate bond analytics tool
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bridgewise-adopts-ai-for-corporate-bond-analytics-tool/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bridgewise-adopts-ai-for-corporate-bond-analytics-tool/
December 15, 2025 at 10:28 PM
BridgeWise adopts AI for corporate bond analytics tool
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bridgewise-adopts-ai-for-corporate-bond-analytics-tool/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bridgewise-adopts-ai-for-corporate-bond-analytics-tool/
Sporta closes Crowdcube round
https://www.frederic-noel.com/sporta-closes-crowdcube-round/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/sporta-closes-crowdcube-round/
December 15, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Sporta closes Crowdcube round
https://www.frederic-noel.com/sporta-closes-crowdcube-round/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/sporta-closes-crowdcube-round/
BBVA doubles down on ChatGPT with OpenAI alliance
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bbva-doubles-down-on-chatgpt-with-openai-alliance/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bbva-doubles-down-on-chatgpt-with-openai-alliance/
December 15, 2025 at 2:28 PM
BBVA doubles down on ChatGPT with OpenAI alliance
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bbva-doubles-down-on-chatgpt-with-openai-alliance/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/bbva-doubles-down-on-chatgpt-with-openai-alliance/
Volt’s move to enable stablecoin acceptance aims to speed up global checkout payments and reduce cross‑border friction. As stablecoins become more integrated into commerce, they could play a key role in making international transactions faster, cheaper and more reliable.
December 15, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Volt’s move to enable stablecoin acceptance aims to speed up global checkout payments and reduce cross‑border friction. As stablecoins become more integrated into commerce, they could play a key role in making international transactions faster, cheaper and more reliable.
Orange Money and Visa are partnering to expand online payments across Africa. By combining mobile money with global payment rails, the initiative aims to boost financial inclusion and support the continent’s fast‑growing digital commerce ecosystem.
December 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Orange Money and Visa are partnering to expand online payments across Africa. By combining mobile money with global payment rails, the initiative aims to boost financial inclusion and support the continent’s fast‑growing digital commerce ecosystem.
Truist Wealth taps InvestCloud for investment account and portfolio platform
https://www.frederic-noel.com/truist-wealth-taps-investcloud-for-investment-account-and-portfolio-platform/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/truist-wealth-taps-investcloud-for-investment-account-and-portfolio-platform/
December 15, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Truist Wealth taps InvestCloud for investment account and portfolio platform
https://www.frederic-noel.com/truist-wealth-taps-investcloud-for-investment-account-and-portfolio-platform/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/truist-wealth-taps-investcloud-for-investment-account-and-portfolio-platform/
Real‑time account‑to‑account payments enhance global financial connectivity, improving liquidity, transparency, and speed. As instant payments become standard, early adopters gain stronger customer experiences and operational advantages.
December 15, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Real‑time account‑to‑account payments enhance global financial connectivity, improving liquidity, transparency, and speed. As instant payments become standard, early adopters gain stronger customer experiences and operational advantages.
Paxos secures national trust charter
https://www.frederic-noel.com/paxos-secures-national-trust-charter/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/paxos-secures-national-trust-charter/
December 15, 2025 at 6:28 AM
Paxos secures national trust charter
https://www.frederic-noel.com/paxos-secures-national-trust-charter/
https://www.frederic-noel.com/paxos-secures-national-trust-charter/