In 2024, BNY launched its inaugural Voice of Community Banks survey and whitepaper, in collaboration with Harris Poll, to get a pulse check on the state of community banks in the U.S.

iDenfy, an identity verification, compliance and fraud prevention company from Lithuania, introduced new SMS and Email verification features to its industry-leading Know Your Customer (KYC) software. iDenfy is now able to improve both accuracy and simplicity during the initial user onboarding phase to help solve issues like multiple accounts, invalid phone numbers, forged IDs and other relevant security challenges that are commonly encountered during identity verification. 

WisdomTree, a global financial innovator, today announced that it has received approval from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to make its UK-listed crypto ETPs available to UK retail investors. The approval follows the FCA decision to lift its ban on retail access to crypto ETPs.

BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 AI company, today announced that it has officially achieved ISO/IEC 27001 certification, an internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). This certification marks another major milestone in BingX's ongoing commitment to data protection, security, and operational excellence for its global user base.

Clio, the world’s leading legal AI technology platform, today announced two major advances in its financial services offerings: Pay Later with Affirm (NASDAQ: AFRM), the payment network that empowers consumers and helps merchants drive growth, and Clio Capital, a capital advance program. Together, these solutions mark a new chapter in Clio’s long-standing commitment to transforming the financial experience of running a law firm.

Revolut, the global fintech leader with over 65 million retail customers today announced it has received final authorisation from the National Banking and Securities Commission (CNBV), with approval of the Bank of Mexico, to start operations as a Multiple Banking Institution in Mexico. This pivotal approval is the last regulatory step required before opening the bank’s doors to the public, cementing its long-term commitment to the Mexican market.

SPAYZ.io, a global payment service provider has expanded its payment network to four new countries across Asia, Africa and the Middle East, with new payment integrations in Turkey, Egypt, South Africa, and Tanzania. 

Bakkt Holdings, Inc. today announced the appointment of Lyn Alden to its Board of Directors. Lyn is an investor, best-selling author, and globally recognized macro strategist focused on the intersection of money and technology. Her appointment follows the recent addition of Mike Alfred and underscores Bakkt’s commitment to its ongoing transformation by strengthening governance and broadening strategic expertise at the board level.