Finance
Beyond the Signal: KuCoin Celebrates Its Ninth Anniversary, Surpasses 45 Million Users, and Advances Its Trust-First Vision
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands , July 23, 2026 -- KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, today released its 2026 H1 Review: Beyond the Signal , a ninth-anniversary special edition that traces the platform s evolution and progress during the first half of 2026. The crypto industry has evolved from one primarily defined by market access and trading into an increasingly connected part of global finance and everyday economic activity. Platforms are now measured not only by their reach, but also by the trust, resilience, intelligence, and practical utility of the infrastructure they build. The review examines how KuCoin has evolved alongside this transition from an early gateway for asset discovery into a broader ecosystem serving users, institutions, businesses, and Web3 participants.
MEXC Appoints Robert MacDonald as Chief Compliance Officer to Lead Global Regulatory Strategy
MUTSAMUDU, Comoros , July 22, 2026 -- MEXC , the world leader in 0 fee digital asset trading, today announced the appointment of Robert MacDonald as Chief Compliance Officer. Robert brings over two decades of experience leading regulatory transformation at the intersection of traditional finance and digital assets, and will oversee MEXC s global compliance strategy, governance framework, and regulatory engagement. Robert joins MEXC from Bybit, where he served as Chief Legal & Compliance Officer. In this dual capacity, he directed the exchange s global licensing strategy and corporate legal operations and oversaw the implementation of international AML and KYC frameworks. Robert s previous leadership roles include senior positions at Standard Chartered and Binance where he focused on regulatory strategy, compliance transformation, and governance.
85% of Indian Finance Leaders Face Pressure to Prove AI ROI While Accountability Lags Global Peers, Avalara Survey Finds
27% of Indian respondents say accountability for significant AI agent errors is unclear or sits with no one, higher than all other markets surveyed PUNE, India , July 22, 2026 -- Avalara, Inc. , the agentic AI leader in global tax and compliance, today released new research showing that Indian finance teams face mounting pressure to deploy AI agents quickly. This rush to demonstrate measurable ROI is causing governance and internal controls to struggle to keep pace. As a result, more than one in four Indian finance leaders said accountability for significant AI errors was unclear or sits with no one, higher than other markets surveyed.
STARTRADER Introduces 24/7 US Stock CFDs Across NVIDIA, Apple, Meta, and Leading Global Equities
STARTRADER today launches 42 new 24/5 US Stock CFDs and announces the introduction of 43 new 24/7 US Stock CFDs from 27 July 2026, expanding its offering to 85 new instruments. DUBAI, UAE , July 22, 2026 -- STARTRADER today announced the launch of 42 new 24/5 US Stock CFDs and confirmed 43 new 24/7 US Stock CFDs from 27 July 2026, giving clients direct access to 85 widely traded names. The 24/5 range spans technology, energy, healthcare, finance, and industrials, covering Boeing, SpaceX, Mastercard, and Palo Alto Networks across themes including defence modernisation, cybersecurity, and aerospace innovation.
NYSE Content Update: Entry Deadline Nears for The Money Awards 2026
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , July 20, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on July 20th The major averages will look to bounce back as investors navigate a busy week of earnings and new developments in the Middle East. Money20/20 s VP of Awards, Granita Chesterson, will join NYSE Live to set the scene for the Money Awards 2026. Entry deadline is July 28, with winners to be announced on October 18. Event recognizes the most impactful work across fintech. Ava Labs VP of Onchain Finance, Morgan Krupetsky, will discuss how blockchain impacted ticket transactions at the FIFA World Cup. BMO (NYSE: BMO) and Rex Shares will ring the Closing Bell. Fund is part of the MicroSectors AI lineup of exchanged traded notes.
AIP Capital and Monroe Capital Announce Closing of Inaugural $643 Million Aircraft Asset-Backed Securitization
DUBLIN and STAMFORD, Conn. and NEW YORK , July 17, 2026 -- AIP Capital ( AIP ), an alternative investment manager focused on opportunities in asset-based finance and Monroe Capital LLC ( Monroe ), a premier asset management firm specializing in private credit markets and asset-based finance, recently closed an inaugural aircraft asset-backed securitization (ABS) financing, MC Aviation 2026-1 (MCAV 2026-1) as part of AIP and Monroe s aircraft leasing joint venture. We are pleased by the strong investor interest in this transaction, which we believe speaks to confidence in AIP s expertise and capabilities in the aircraft leasing sector and our strategic partnership with Monroe Capital, said Jared Ailstock, Managing Partner of AIP. The transaction is foundational to the investment program we ve developed with Monroe and look forward to becoming a long-term programmatic issuer in the aircraft ABS market.
KuCoin Web3 Wallet Supports Robinhood Chain, Broadening Access to Tokenized Real-World Asset Ecosystems
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands , July 14, 2026 -- KuCoin Web3 Wallet today announced support for Robinhood Chain, further expanding users access to onchain finance and tokenized real-world asset ecosystems through a self-custodial Web3 wallet experience. As real-world assets, tokenized stocks, ETFs, and other traditional finance-linked products continue moving onchain, Web3 wallets are evolving beyond basic asset storage. They are becoming an essential interface for users to discover, manage, and interact with new forms of digital finance, supporting the broader shift from crypto-native asset holding to more programmable, multi-asset financial access.
Mantle Migrates Its Super Portal to Chainlink CCIP, Bringing Institutional-Grade Security to Every Cross-Chain Transfer of the $2.5B+ MNT Token
The migration to Chainlink CCIP strengthens the security of MNT as it moves across chains, laying the foundation for Mantle s strategy for powering the future of tokenized finance at scale. DUBAI, UAE , July 9, 2026 -- Mantle, the premier distribution layer connecting traditional finance and on-chain liquidity, today announced the migration of its Mantle Super Portal, co-developed with Bybit, from LayerZero to Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). This upgrade brings the industry s highest level of cross-chain security to MNT, the token underpinning Mantle s 2.5B+ ecosystem, marking a significant step forward in hardening the infrastructure that moves value across the Mantle ecosystem.
NYSE Content Update: Vurvey Labs Launched 'Populations 2.0' AI Platform
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , July 8, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on July 8th Equities are pointing to a lower open after President Trump said the ceasefire with Iran is over. ICE Brent Crude oil is trading at 78 a barrel, as of 8 a.m. ET. Vurvey Labs CEO Chad Reynolds will join NYSE Live to break down the recent launch of Populations 2.0. The solution is designed to enable companies to simulate how audiences will respond to ideas before going to market. The NYSE NextGen Bootcamp convenes CEO-nominated college students for an introduction to the world of finance.
IIFL Finance Says Co-Lending Can Accelerate India's Last-Mile Credit Delivery
MUMBAI, India , July 7, 2026 -- IIFL Finance today said co-lending partnerships between banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) can play a transformative role in expanding affordable formal credit to underserved borrowers, strengthening India s next phase of financial inclusion. Speaking on the evolving credit ecosystem, Mr. Mayank Sharma, Head Gold Loan, IIFL Finance , said, India s financial inclusion journey must now focus on ensuring timely, responsible credit reaches entrepreneurs, farmers, self-employed professionals and MSMEs across Bharat.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Inaugurates Muzhiyan Kulam, Restored by Lumina Datamatics and Community Stakeholders in Puducherry
PUDUCHERRY, India , July 3, 2026 -- The Hon ble Union Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, today, inaugurated the restored Muzhiyan Kulam in Pooranankuppam village, Puducherry. The restoration project was undertaken by Lumina Datamatics, a strategic partner to global publishers and eCommerce retailers, in partnership with the Dhanasundarambal Charitable Society, local community stakeholders, and public representatives, with the objective of reviving the traditional water body and strengthening water conservation efforts in the region.
EDC and EXIM Thailand sign agreement to advance Canada-Thailand trade and investment
Partnership to support joint initiatives and explore opportunities across Canada, Thailand and the broader Asia-Pacific region BANGKOK , July 2, 2026 -- Export Development Canada (EDC), Canada s export credit agency, and Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand), Thailand s state-owned specialized financial institution under the Ministry of Finance, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties and expand cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. The agreement comes as both countries mark 65 years of diplomatic relations this year.
MSIG USA Supports Innovative DEG Fund to Expand Sustainable Investment Across Developing Markets
NEW YORK , July 2, 2026 -- MSIG USA today announced its participation in an innovative investment structure with DEG, one of the leading private-sector development finance institutions and a subsidiary of KfW Group, designed to finance and mobilize further private capital for sustainable investment across developing and emerging markets. The announcement was made during the Hamburg Sustainability Conference, where DEG introduced the new structure that will support a 500 million investment fund focused on financing sustainable development projects.
Mantle H1 2026: Building the Financial System in Full Force for Real-World Assets
Mantle surpassed 1B in on-chain TVL while expanding tokenized equities, institutional liquidity, and the foundations of agentic finance. DUBAI, UAE , July 2, 2026 -- Mantle, the premier distribution layer connecting traditional finance and on-chain liquidity, today shared its H1 2026 milestones, capping a defining half-year for real-world assets, institutional liquidity, and agentic finance. Tokenized capital markets entered a new phase as institutional participation accelerated and on-chain liquidity matured into infrastructure capable of supporting markets at scale.
TripGain Launches AI Spend Copilot to Help Enterprises Turn Expense Data into Real-Time Decisions
New conversational AI capability helps finance, travel, and business teams get instant answers on budgets, policy leakage, cost-center performance, vendor spend, and savings opportunities. BENGALURU, India , July 2, 2026 -- TripGain, a fast-growing AI-powered travel and expense management platform, recently launched AI Spend Copilot , a conversational intelligence layer designed to help enterprises get faster answers from their travel and expense data.
Ethereum Institutional Launches as Independent Non-Profit to Bring Institutional Finance Onchain at Scale
Bitmine, Sharplink and Joe Lubin fund a new dedicated go-to-market organization built by Ethereum Foundation alumni NEW YORK , July 1, 2026 -- Ethereum Institutional, an independent non-profit organization, today announced its public launch as the dedicated institutional front door for the Ethereum ecosystem. The organization consolidates a year of institutional engagement work led by the Ethereum Foundation s go-to-market team, housing it in an independent organization with a sharper mission, broader geographic footprint and long-term funding. Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BMNR), Sharplink, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBET) and Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin are anchoring the funding, along with dozens of individual and institutional contributors.
Apricity Publishing Launches Global Bestseller 'CLIFF' In India To Tackle The New Economic Paradox: Longer Lives And Shorter Careers
NEW DELHI and SINGAPORE , June 29, 2026 -- Apricity Publishing has announced the Indian release of the international personal finance bestseller, CLIFF: A Money Mindset for Longer Lives and Shorter Careers . Authored by prominent corporate executive and global strategist Prashant Agarwal, the book moves away from complex spreadsheets and dense jargon to deliver a refreshing, behavior-driven framework that enables everyday professionals to take control of their financial destinies.
4th CISCE Supply Chain Service Zone: Logistics, Finance and Global Connectivity Take Center Stage
BEIJING, June 26, 2026 -- The Fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) has launched a dedicated Supply Chain Service zone, focusing on high-value, specialized business services that support every stage of the supply chain. The zone is built around four core pillars: Blue Channel, Integrated Logistics, Comprehensive Services, and Industrial Finance.The Blue Channel section brings together global shipping leaders—China Merchants Group, Shandong Port Group, and international carriers Maersk, MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company), and FedEx. Their exhibits show how China's port infrastructure connects to six continents, underscoring the essential role of maritime logistics in global supply chains.
Bybit CEO Ben Zhou: The Future of Exchanges Lies Beyond Trading
Speaking at Point Zero Forum, Ben argues that tokenization solves access — but liquidity remains the industry's biggest challengeDUBAI, UAE, June 25, 2026 -- Crypto exchanges are evolving from trading venues into financial infrastructure providers as tokenization, stablecoins, and artificial intelligence reshape the architecture of global finance, according to Bybit Co-Founder and CEO Ben Zhou. Speaking at Point Zero Forum 2026 in Zurich during the fireside chat "The Exchange as Settlement Layer: How Tokenization Rewires the Role of a Crypto Platform," Ben shared his perspective on how exchanges must adapt as financial assets become programmable, settlement becomes instantaneous, and financial services become increasingly intelligent and interconnected.
Sterling Bank of Asia Selects Infosys Finacle Software-as-a-Service for it's Next-Gen Transformation
BENGALURU, India and MANILA, Philippines, June 25, 2026 -- Infosys Finacle, part of EdgeVerve Systems, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services, and Sterling Bank of Asia (Sterling Bank), one of the most progressive banks in the Philippines, today announced the bank's decision to select Infosys Finacle Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform for its transformation program. Sterling Bank has opted to leverage the Finacle Core Banking, Finacle Customer Data Hub, Finacle Trade Finance, and Finacle Origination solutions for its requirements. Through this strategic collaboration with Infosys Finacle, Sterling Bank expects to enhance the experience of both employees and customers, maintain high standards of availability and reliability in its banking services, and reduce operational complexity through automation and digitization, thereby supporting its future growth.
OPEC Fund launches landmark climate finance compact, unveils US$1.5 billion digital transformation plan at 2026 Development Forum
Highlights: The OPEC Fund and the Government of Barbados, as Chair of the Climate Vulnerable Forum and its V20 Finance Ministers, launched the Vulnerability to Viability Compact (V2V) to expand access to affordable, long-term development finance for 74 climate-vulnerable economies.The OPEC Fund unveiled a US$1.5 billion Digital Transformation Action Plan to support digital infrastructure, systems and applications in developing countries through 2030.Financing agreements signed at its 2026 Development Forum and new loans and initiatives approved in the second quarter of 2026 are expected to exceed US$2.8 billion, supporting economic reform, climate resilience, social protection, transport connectivity, trade finance, small and medium-sized enterprises and critical infrastructure.The OPEC Fund provided its first local currency loan in Azerbaijan through a financing agreement with Bank Respublika.
The Future of Planning Isn't Another Chatbot: Board Introduces Supply Chain and Merchandiser Agents for Agentic Continuous Planning
New AI Agents deliver continuous, governed planning decisions — intelligence connected to a continuous plan, not isolated answersBOSTON, June 24, 2026 -- Board, the AI continuous planning platform, today announced the availability of its new Supply Chain Agent and Merchandiser Agent, expanding its growing portfolio of domain-specific AI agents designed to help organizations continuously plan, adapt, and make more confident decisions. The announcement builds on Board's previously announced FP&A Agent and Controller Agent and advances the company's broader vision for Agentic Continuous Planning—a future where specialized AI agents work alongside business teams to connect strategy, planning, and execution across the enterprise. Together, these agents form an intelligent network that helps organizations make more connected decisions across finance, operations, supply chain, and merchandising.
100 Consecutive Majors: From the Fairway to the Future of Finance, KuCoin and Adam Scott Mark a Milestone Defined by Consistency and Trust
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, June 19, 2026 -- KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform, today celebrates brand ambassador Adam Scott as he makes his 100th consecutive major championship appearance at the U.S. Open, on June 18, 2026, at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York. Scott becomes just the second player in golf history to reach this milestone. Over more than two decades, Scott has qualified for and competed in every major championship on the calendar without interruption. It is a record built on sustained excellence, and one that very few players in the history of the sport have come close to matching.
Global Assets Trading Fest on Bybit Offers $202,000 USDT Prize Pool Across TradFi and Crypto Markets
DUBAI, UAE, June 18, 2026 -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the launch of the Global Assets Trading Fest, a trading competition that will reward participants with a share of a $202,000 USDT prize pool across traditional finance (TradFi) and crypto asset markets.The event starts now until July 16, 2026. Participants can compete on two separate leaderboards based on their individual trading volume, with each leaderboard offering a prize pool of up to $101,000. The highest-ranked trader on each leaderboard can earn up to $20,000 in USDT.
DIFC Future of Finance Report: Digital native, AI driven challenger banks redefining banking models, signalling industry's biggest shift since 2008
DUBAI, UAE, June 18, 2026 -- Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, launched the second report in its 2026 Future of Finance series. The Changing Face of Banking: Building Resilience Through Change report underscores that resilience, rather than size or legacy, will define long-term success for banks navigating disruption. It examines how global banks must adapt their operating models to absorb disruption, evolve, and remain resilient amid AI, digital-native challengers, and shifting global demand.
Deltek Replicon Delivers Cost Savings and Improved Efficiency for Complex Global Manufacturer, According to Nucleus Research
Replicon cut timesheet completion time by 83% and resulted in $300K annual savings HERNDON, Va., June 18, 2026 -- Deltek®, the intelligent platform for project-based businesses, today announced a case study from Nucleus Research finding that Deltek Replicon delivered measurable workforce management improvements, including lowered costs and improved efficiencies, for a large global manufacturer with a complex team structure. As part of the Deltek platform, Replicon is a workforce management and time intelligence solution designed to help organizations capture time more accurately, automate pay and labor rules, and connect workforce data across payroll, finance, HR, and project operations. It is built for organizations with complex labor environments, including businesses that manage hourly, salaried, project-based, shift-based, or mobile workforces across multiple teams, geographies, and pay structures.
EquiLend and Credit Benchmark Partner to Embed Consensus Credit Ratings in Onboard+
Integration delivers market-wide credit context directly within EquiLend's counterparty onboarding workflowNEW YORK, June 17, 2026 -- EquiLend, the global provider of trading, post-trade, data and insights, and digital solutions for the securities finance industry, and Credit Benchmark, the leading source of consensus credit risk data, today announced a partnership to integrate Credit Benchmark's consensus credit ratings into EquiLend's Onboard+ platform.
Bybit Launches SpaceX-Themed Token Buzz: $100K Prize Pool
DUBAI, UAE, June 16, 2026 -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the latest round of Token Buzz, its trading competition series, with SpaceX perpetual contracts as the featured token. The limited-time event ends on June 30, 2026, with $100,000 in prizes to be distributed among the top-performing traders. Following its NASDAQ listing on 12 June, 2026, SpaceX perpetuals are now live on Bybit. The new round of Token Buzz allows Bybit users to center their trading ambition around one of the most groundbreaking innovators of global significance across finance, space exploration, and AI technology.
Mantle Posts 27% RWA Growth in Q1 2026, Reaching $247.5M, According to Messari
DUBAI, UAE, June 9, 2026 -- Mantle, the distribution layer for real-world assets connecting traditional finance and on-chain liquidity, today released its Q1 2026 ecosystem performance report. The quarter marked simultaneous advances on two strategic fronts: RWA TVL grew 27.4% quarter-over-quarter to $247.5M through integrations with Aave, Maple Finance and xStocks, while Mantle shipped a full AI agent infrastructure stack including ERC-8004 agent identity, AI Agent Skills, Agent Scaffold, and x402 payments via QuestFlow. The results reflect Mantle's execution on a dual thesis: institutional asset distribution today, and autonomous agent commerce infrastructure for what comes next.
EquiLend Names Delta Capita as an Implementation Partner for EquiLend Spire
Strategic partnership to deliver a structured, scalable onboarding and experience for Spire clientsNEW YORK, May 28, 2026 -- EquiLend, a global fintech leader in securities finance, and Delta Capita, the global financial services consulting, managed services, and technology firm, today announced a new strategic partnership. This partnership will see Delta Capita serving as an implementation partner for EquiLend Spire, a securities finance platform, supporting the continued expansion and optimization of the Spire client community.
IndoStar Capital Finance Limited Q4FY26 Disbursements ₹1,306 crore up 17% vis-à-vis Q3FY26 and 21% vis-à-vis Q4FY25
Q4FY26 PPOP ₹ 93 crore up 10% vis-à-vis Q3FY26 and 51 % vis-à-vis Q4FY25.AUM as of March 31, 2026 stood at ₹ 8,056 crore.MUMBAI, India, May 28, 2026 -- IndoStar Capital Finance (BSE: 541336) (NSE: INDOSTAR) (ISIN: INE896L01010) (CIN: L65100MH2009PLC268160), a middle-layer non-banking finance company (NBFC) registered with the Reserve Bank of India, announced its financial results for the quarter and the year ended March 31, 2026, on May 27th, 2026. IndoStar is a retail NBFC focused on secured lending across Vehicle Finance (VF) and Micro Loans Against Property (M-LAP), targeting the credit needs of underserved segments.
Axi Brings Award-Winning Funded Trading Program and Manchester City Partnership to FMAS:26 in Cape Town
SYDNEY, May 28, 2026 -- Axi, the global FX and CFD broker serving traders across more than 100 countries, attended the Finance Magnates Africa Summit (FMAS:26) on 26 and 27 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in Cape Town, South Africa. Africa is one of the fastest-growing regions for retail trading. Mobile-first traders are driving significant growth in CFD and forex participation across the continent, and FMAS:26 was where Axi brought its industry-leading offering.
Bybit Upgrades Futures Bots to Support TradFi Perps Futures As Stock Markets Hit All-Time Highs
DUBAI, UAE, May 26, 2026 -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is excited to introduce a new line-up for its Futures Bots, now supporting perpetual contracts trading for trending TradFi assets. The initial launch covers key TradFi Perps pairs including TSLAUSDT, GOOGLUSDT, AMZNUSDT, SNDKUSDT, tokenized gold, and other commodities. This strategic expansion reflects growing market demand for seamless exposure to traditional finance assets through decentralized trading infrastructure.
J.S. Held Experts Recognized by ABF Journal as 2026 Legends & Leaders
Brian Gleason named an Icon and Michael Sutters recognized as a NextGen leader for contributions to specialty financeNEW YORK, May 19, 2026 -- Global consulting firm J.S. Held celebrates the recognition of two experts in ABF Journal's 2026 Legends & Leaders special edition, which honors individuals who define excellence, resilience, and innovation in specialty finance. Brian Gleason is recognized as an Icon, and Michael Sutters is named a NextGen honoree. ABF Journal's Icons are individuals who have shaped the foundation of specialty finance through decades of leadership and influence. NextGen honorees represent tomorrow's leaders, rising professionals who are already leaving their mark on the industry.
Bybit Unites Crypto and Traditional Finance in $100M RWA Giveaway Across +400 Global Assets
DUBAI, UAE, May 15, 2026 -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and the leading platform for Real-World Asset (RWA) trading, today announced the launch of its Global Assets $100M Giveaway, a landmark 40-day campaign that solidifies its position as the industry's most comprehensive bridge between crypto and traditional finance. Starting now until June 30, 2026, this unprecedented RWA event on Bybit celebrates the convergence of crypto and traditional finance, offering traders of all experience levels the opportunity to participate in a $100 million prize pool while trading a comprehensive suite of RWA-themed products across Bybit TradFi, xStocks on Bybit, and Perpetual contracts for TradFi asset.
Cellebrite Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences
TYSONS CORNER, Va. and PETAH TIKVA, Israel, May 8, 2026 -- Cellebrite DI Ltd. (NASDAQ: CLBT), a global leader in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions, today announced that the Company plans to participate in the following investor conferences in May and June: Date: May 18, 2026Conference:J.P. Morgan 2026 Global Technology, Media and Communications ConferencePresentation Time3:30 p.m. ET Format:Fireside ChatCellebrite executive: Thomas Hogan, chief executive officerDavid Barter, chief financial officerRoni Fialkov, senior vice president, global finance Event URL: https://investors.cellebrite.com/events/event-details/jp-morgan-2026-global-technology-media-and-communications-conference Webcast URL: https://jpmorgan.metameetings.net/events/tmc26/sessions/318713-cellebrite-di-ltd/webcast/publicDate:May 27, 2026Conference:TD Cowen 52nd Annual Technology, Media & Telecom ConferencePresentation Time:11:25 a.m. ETFormat: Fireside Chat Cellebrite executives: David Barter, chief financial officer Andrew Kramer, vice president, investor relationsEvent URL: https://investors.cellebrite.com/events/event-details/td-cowen-annual-tmt-conference Webcast URL: https://event.summitcast.com/view/GSXkFLqLwmvLB7AnnUj3ti/guest_book?session_id=jr2gGDQmKRcqW3U3DaXeCT Date:May 28, 2026Conference:Craig-Hallum Institutional Investor ConferenceFormat:1x1 Meetings Only Cellebrite executives: David Barter, chief financial officer Andrew Kramer, vice president, investor relations
Mantle, Bybit and Fluxion Bring xStocks Tokenized Equities to Institutional Standard with Atomic RFQ
DUBAI, UAE, May 7, 2026 -- Mantle, the premier distribution layer connecting traditional finance and on-chain liquidity, and Bybit, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges by volume, today announced the activation of xChange, xStocks's Atomic RFQ system, on Fluxion, Mantle's native decentralised exchange. The activation enables users to mint and redeem xStocks tokens directly through a Request for Quote mechanism, bypassing traditional automated market maker infrastructure and providing a native, issuer-direct channel for tokenized equity transactions on Mantle.
HomeFirst Finance profit surges 43% on strong AUM growth
MUMBAI, India, May 7, 2026 -- AUM at ₹ 15,878 Cr; strong growth of 24.9% y-o-y and 6.4% q-o-q.Disbursal reaches new high of ₹ 1,572 Cr with a y-o-y growth of 23.5% and a q-o-q of 19.3%.Asset Quality Strengthens: 1+/30+/GNPA at 4.7%/3.2%/1.8%; QoQ improvement of 60bps, 50bps, 20bpsPAT grows by 42.7% y-o-y and 6.6% q-o-q to ₹ 149 Cr. RoA at 4.1%.Key Performance Indicators for Q4 & FY26ParticularsQ4FY26Q4FY25y-o-yQ3FY26q-o-qFY26FY25y-o-yAUM (₹Cr)15,87812,71324.9 %14,9256.4 %15,87812,71324.9 %Disbursement (₹Cr)1,5721,27323.5 %1,31819.3 %5,4244,80512.9 %Total Income (₹Cr)50541621.3 %4844.4 %1,9231,53924.9 %PAT (₹Cr)14910542.7 %1406.6 %54038241.4 %Spread (%)(1)5.3 %5.1 %+20 bps5.4 %-10 bps5.3 %5.2 %+10 bpsRoA (%)4.1 %3.5 %+60 bps4.0 %+10 bps3.9 %3.5 %+40 bpsGross Stage 3 (%)1.8 %1.7 %+10 bps2.0 %-20 bps1.8 %1.7 %+10 bpsCost to Income (%)32.0 %35.7 %-370 bps32.1 %-10 bps32.5 %35.8 %-330 bps
Global Millennial Capital Raises USD 100 Million to Fund New-Age Technology Leaders in Underpenetrated Mid-Cap Segments
GMCL's IPO Opportunities Fund targets investments in AI, decentralized finance technologies, and new-age energy solutions in companies with a market capitalization between USD 5 billion and USD 20 billionBOSTON, May 6, 2026 -- Global Millennial Capital Ltd. (GMCL) has announced the final closure of its inaugural IPO Opportunities Fund at USD 100 million, raised through a private placement offering to institutional and professional investors. The fund is designed to provide exposure to late-stage, technology-driven companies approaching potential liquidity events, with a particular focus on mid-cap businesses typically valued between USD 5 billion and USD 20 billion. These segments are increasingly attractive as technology adoption accelerates, yet capital allocation remains less concentrated compared to large-cap markets.
Phoenix Aviation Capital and AIP Capital Place Two Boeing 737 MAX 8 Aircraft on Lease with 9 Air
DUBLIN and STAMFORD, Conn., May 5, 2026 -- Phoenix Aviation Capital ("Phoenix" or "the Company"), a full-service aircraft lessor managed by AIP Capital ("AIP"), an alternative investment manager focused on opportunities in asset-based finance and a portfolio company of funds advised or controlled by affiliates of BC Partners Advisors L.P., announced the execution of long-term lease agreements for two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft with 9 Air Co., Ltd. ("9 Air"). 9 Air is a leading low-cost carrier controlled by Juneyao Airlines Co., Ltd. The first aircraft was successfully delivered to 9 Air on April 28, 2026, with the second scheduled for delivery later this year.