Notable
The week's most significant stories in fintech and financial services — curated for technology leaders, strategists, and decision-makers. Published every Friday.
Notable — Week of July 3, 2026
LatestKorea’s unified ledger paper is silent on privacy. Central banks should take note
The Bank of Korea has published a paper on its unified ledger Project Hangang, which involves tokenized deposits from commercial banks and interbank settlement using a wholesale CBDC. However, the paper is silent on privacy concerns, which central banks should take note of.
Finovate Podcast Features the Five Best of Show Winners from FinovateSpring 2026
The Finovate Podcast features interviews with the five best of show winners from FinovateSpring 2026, showcasing the latest trends in fintech, including embedded finance, stablecoin-powered payments, and AI-enabled personalization.
US Bank’s Queanne Smith on Streamlining Small Business Banking
Queanne Smith, Senior Vice President at US Bank, discusses how the bank is helping small businesses take advantage of new tools and technologies to better serve their customers and scale their operations.
MX Unveils Conversational Financial AI Assistant
MX has unveiled a white-labeled financial AI assistant that banks can deploy within their existing banking platforms, enabling customers to ask questions about their finances and take action without leaving the bank's app.
Lloyds to retire Halifax brand
Lloyds Banking Group is set to retire the Halifax brand after 179 years, as part of its efforts to simplify its operations and reduce costs.
Visa launches Visa Destinations to give travellers discounted offers
Visa has launched a new travel offer platform called Visa Destinations, which provides users with discounted offers and rewards across 10 locations.
Standard Chartered gives institutional clients access to USDC minting and redemption
Standard Chartered has partnered with Circle to enable its institutional clients to access USDC stablecoin minting and redemption, expanding its crypto offerings.
PayPal secures EPC seat to help guide future of European payments
PayPal has joined the European Payments Council (EPC), securing a seat at the table to influence the future of payments in Europe.
The Enterprise Gives AI Models a Path to Consumer Loyalty
A new report from PYMNTS Intelligence finds that enterprises are using AI models to drive consumer loyalty, with 60% of companies using AI to personalize customer experiences.
36% of Small Businesses Turn to FinTechs for Cross-Border Payments
A new report from PYMNTS Intelligence finds that 36% of small businesses are using FinTechs for cross-border payments, highlighting the growing demand for digital payment solutions.
EverPeak expands workers’ comp footprint with Kentucky launch
EverPeak has expanded its workers' compensation footprint with the launch of its services in Kentucky, marking its latest move into the US market.
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Notable — Week of June 26, 2026
Jun 22This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services focus on innovations in blockchain, AI, and payments. UBS has demonstrated permissionless blockchain compliance, while Chris Nichols discusses the potential of stablecoins and tokenized deposits in transforming payments. Other notable stories include the launch of new AI tools for fraud prevention and the acquisition of crypto exchange Bitbank by SBI Holdings.
Notable — Week of June 19, 2026
Jun 15This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services highlight significant developments in AI adoption, digital payments, and regulatory updates. From Deutsche Bank's AI investments to Senate bills on AI ownership, these stories showcase the rapidly evolving landscape of the financial industry.
Notable — Week of June 12, 2026
Jun 8This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services feature strategic partnerships, innovative technologies, and regulatory developments. Citi's tokenization of private stock, Barclays' acquisition of GoHenry, and Visa's partnership with OpenAI are among the notable headlines. The stories highlight the increasing importance of digital transformation, AI, and blockchain in the financial sector.
Notable — Week of June 5, 2026
Jun 1This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services focus on strategic impact, sector breadth, relevance to technology leaders, and recency. The selected stories cover various sectors, including fintech, banking, insurance, and payments, and highlight key trends and developments in the industry.
Notable — Week of May 29, 2026
May 25This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services highlight the growing importance of AI, blockchain, and digital payments. From the ECB's plans to extend TARGET hours to enable 24/7 DLT settlement, to Visa's investment in agentic software creation platform Replit, these stories showcase the rapid evolution of the financial sector.
Notable — Week of May 22, 2026
May 18This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services focus on strategic partnerships, AI-powered innovations, and regulatory developments. From Franklin Templeton's tokenized money market fund to the European Commission's consultation on MiCA crypto rules, these stories highlight the rapidly evolving landscape of the financial industry.
Notable — Week of May 15, 2026
May 11This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services feature significant developments in blockchain, banking, and payments. The Clarity Act has cleared the Senate Banking Committee, while Citi Wealth is introducing a new platform to revolutionize client relationship models in wealth management. Additionally, there have been notable advancements in AI, stablecoins, and digital banking.
Notable — Week of May 8, 2026
May 4This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services focus on AI adoption, stablecoin payments, and digital transformation in the banking and insurance sectors. Key trends include the growing importance of AI in driving business decisions, the increasing use of stablecoins for cross-border payments, and the need for financial institutions to adapt to changing customer behaviors and technological advancements.
Notable — Week of May 1, 2026
Apr 27This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services focus on advancements in AI, blockchain, and payments. Malaysian sovereign fund Khazanah has issued a $25 million tokenized sukuk, while Block's $200 billion credit operation is teaching banks about the importance of first-party data. Meanwhile, Finovate is spotlighting early-stage fintech innovation, and Versana has raised $43 million to build infrastructure for syndicated loans and private credit markets.
Notable — Week of April 24, 2026
Apr 20This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services focus on innovations in AI, blockchain, and digital banking. We see significant developments in tokenized collateral, agentic investing, and AI-powered banking platforms. Additionally, there are notable partnerships and rebranding efforts in the industry.
Notable — Week of April 17, 2026
Apr 13This week's top 10 stories in fintech and financial services focus on the growing role of AI in banking, payments, and insurance, as well as significant developments in blockchain, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. Key themes include the increasing adoption of AI-powered solutions, the expansion of fintech companies into new markets, and the evolving landscape of financial regulation.