Ciphrex Corp., a leading software company in the emerging field of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, announced that Alyse Killeen, an experienced venture capitalist and one of the earliest investors in the bitcoin ecosystem, has joined its Board of Advisors.

Kraken is pleased to announce the acquisition of the popular charting and trading platform Cryptowatch - used by thousands of traders to chart over 150 markets in real-time and trade up to 22 digital assets through a highly user-friendly interface.

For customers, time is money. To help customers save this new form of currency, Walmart today announced new capabilities in the Walmart app that create a faster, easier and more convenient experience for Pharmacy and Money Services customers.

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management today announced major enhancements to its mobile apps and other technologies in recognition of the growing use of mobile, social and web technologies in their clients’ personal and professional lives.

Proplend is pleased to announce that it has been granted full authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for peer to peer lending, paving the way for the launch of its Innovative Finance ISA.

ACI Worldwide (ACIW), a leading global provider of real-time electronic payment and banking solutions, has reached an agreement with MasterCard Technologies, LLC, and MasterCard International Incorporated, in which MasterCard has purchased from ACI and ACI has granted to MasterCard a perpetual license relating to components of NET24-XPNET™ middleware on the MasterCard debit switch.

Tallinn will host the first Estonian large-scale conference dedicated to blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies – Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference. It will bring together representatives of IBM, e-Residency, Bitcoin Foundation, Funderbeam, and other projects well-known in Estonia and abroad.    

According to Smile-Expo, an event organizer, the major issue will include blockchain implementation in the Government Technology and banking sectors. 

Some of the UK’s top talent in the world of fintech were in Madrid this week to pitch their ideas to a selection of BBVA’s senior leaders.

Startupbootcamp, the global accelerator network dedicated to scaling entrepreneurial innovation, has announced its expansion to the Latin American market through the launch of a dedicated fintech program in Mexico today.

VocaLink, the global payment partner to banks, corporates and governments, today announced that Rosy Ruiz has joined the firm as Senior Vice President, Sales, Americas.