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Moneyview, Chandan Steel get Sebi's approval for IPOs

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has granted approval for the Initial Public Offerings of fintech unicorn Moneyview and Chandan Steel. Moneyview strives to raise Rs 1,500 crore through a combination of fresh issues and offer for sale, aiming to enhance its financial services and loan disbursement operations.…

The Economic Times

PB Fintech shares slide up to 8% after Temasek arm likely sells over 2% stake via block deal

PB Fintech shares fell sharply on Friday after reports said Temasek-linked MacRitchie Investments likely sold more than a 2% stake via a block deal at a discount. The proposed transaction, valued at around Rs 1,740 crore, weighed on investor sentiment.

The Economic Times

Stocks in news: Marico, Adani Enterprises, Tata Motors PV, PB Fintech, PNB

Indian markets saw a second day of gains, with the Nifty reclaiming its 100-day moving average, signaling a bullish trend. Key companies like Marico, Tata Motors PV, and Adani Enterprises are in focus due to strong Q1 updates and fundraising plans. PNB and Bank of India reported significant credit growth,…

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Mynd Fintech, part of Treds platform M1xchange, acquires C2FO India

M1xchange is an RBI-licensed Treds (Trade Receivables Electronic Discounting System) entity. C2FO runs C2Treds and also has the same licence, which it may surrender going ahead. C2FO India’s parent company Pollen Inc. (C2FO US) is a major global player in early-payments solutions for small businesses, processing around $500 billion in…

The Economic Times

CRCL Stock in Focus as Circle Faces Increasing Stablecoin Competition

Circle stock sank yesterday on a report that fintech giants are set to launch a rival stablecoin venture. Here’s why that may prove significantly bearish for CRCL shares.

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Dream Sports shuts fintech platform Dream Money within a year of launch

Dream Sports, the parent company of fantasy sports giant Dream11, is shutting down its fintech venture, Dream Money, less than a year after its launch. The investment and wealth management platform, which offered mutual funds, digital gold, and fixed deposits, will cease operations on July 30.

The Economic Times

India's SBI-backed Cashfree Payments bets on cross-border push with travel, investment payments

Indian fintech firm Cashfree Payments is set to significantly expand its cross-border operations, aiming to capture growing international transaction demand. CEO Akash Sinha revealed plans for pilots in overseas investment, travel, and B2B payments this year, building on existing e-commerce services. The company anticipates this segment will contribute 25% of…

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SMBC Asia Rising Fund makes follow-on investments worth $12-15 million in three fintech startups

SMBC Asia Rising Fund (ARF) has injected $12-15 million in follow-on investments into Easy Home Finance, Vayana, and DPDzero. These strategic moves underscore ARF's confidence in the sustained growth and expanding opportunities within these Indian fintech companies. The fund highlights their crucial role in enhancing India's financial ecosystem by improving…

The Economic Times

PayU India posts first full-year operating profit in FY26; revenue rises 13%

During the second half of FY26, PayU India also exited certain "negative margin portfolios", impacting its sequential revenue growth. In the October-March, the fintech company reported revenue of $384 million, down from $395 million in six months ending September 30, 2025.

The Economic Times

Progcap looks to raise $45 million equity capital in FY28

The fintech firm, which obtained an NBFC licence in 2022, has been witnessing very high growth in MSME lending, especially wholesalers and retailers. The fintech is currently present in 500 cities, Tier II, III and IV cities, with over 30,000 borrowers having an average ticket size of Rs 10 lakh.

The Economic Times

ETtech Deals Digest: Cred’s mega round lifts startup funding to $1.09 billion this week, up 290% on-year

Indian startups secured a significant $1.09 billion in funding across 14 deals, with fintech giant Cred leading the charge with a massive $900 million round. This surge, primarily driven by late-stage investments, marks a substantial increase from previous weeks. Notable participants included Bessemer Venture Partners and Norwest, backing firms like…

The Economic Times

Developer Accidentally Burned $81,000 in AI Tokens While Building a Meme Game: 'I Underestimated My Ability'

A fintech employee's $81,000 AI coding error in a meme-inspired game reveals the hidden costs of AI development. Explore the ensuing online debate and unexpected commercial opportunities.

International Business Times UK

Fintech Airwallex secures $320 million in new funding round at $11 billion valuation

Fintech giant Airwallex has secured a significant $320 million funding round, valuing the company at $11 billion. This substantial investment, a nearly 38% increase from its last financing, will fuel global expansion and enhance its AI capabilities. The company also unveiled new products, including an automated bookkeeping platform and a…

The Economic Times

Wise bolsters investor returns despite profits drop

The fintech reported an 8% drop in annual pre-tax profits to 660.4 million dollars (£500.3 million) as operating expenses jumped 39%.

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Dear Robinhood Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for July 17

As the push for clearer crypto regulations gains momentum, Robinhood is emerging as a key company to watch.

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Meta Platforms Just Took a 20% Stake in Cred. What That Means for META Stock.

Meta's $900 million acquisition underscores the popularity of a growing Indian fintech market, and Meta knows it.

The Economic Times

Kunal Shah net worth and his inCREDible journey to Meta's WhatsApp

Kunal Shah, the visionary behind CRED and FreeCharge, is now the Global Head of WhatsApp. This significant appointment, coupled with Meta's substantial investment in CRED, underscores Shah's remarkable entrepreneurial journey. From his early ventures to building a fintech unicorn, Shah's influence in the startup world continues to grow, now extending…

The Economic Times

Zuckerberg bets on Kunal Shah for WhatsApp’s aggressive financial services, AI push

Meta's WhatsApp is set for a major financial services and AI push with Kunal Shah at the helm. This move aims to leverage AI agents and the Meta AI chatbot to drive growth, particularly in India, a key market with over half a billion users. Shah's appointment signals India's growing…

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Meta's WhatsUpside Down hire: How Kunal Shah broke the Valley playbook

Silicon Valley's AI talent war saw tech giants acquire engineers. However, Meta's Mark Zuckerberg broke the mold by investing $900 million in Indian fintech startup Cred and bringing its founder, Kunal Shah, into WhatsApp's C-suite. Shah, a non-engineer with deep consumer insights, is tasked with boosting WhatsApp's payments and commerce,…

The Economic Times

Why Meta’s Cred investment matters for WhatsApp Pay in India

Meta's substantial investment in Cred and appointing its founder Kunal Shah as global head of WhatsApp signals a major push into India's fintech landscape. For Meta, with Shah at the helm, there is a chance that WhatsApp's position in India, its largest market, will go beyond messaging into payments, commerce,…

The Economic Times

Foreign influence increasing over India's fintech sector: GTRI on Meta's investment in Cred

Think tank GTRI said that the deal gives Meta a foothold in one of the country's richest repositories of consumer financial-behaviour data, covering credit cards, loans, investments, insurance, and UPI transactions. On the other hand, it said China built its digital payments ecosystem through domestic champions such as Alipay and…

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Intellectual curiosity & infectious optimism: Industry cheers Kunal Shah's new role as WhatsApp Head

India Inc. is celebrating Kunal Shah's appointment as WhatsApp head, hailing it as a milestone for Indian startup leadership. Industry leaders lauded his "intellectual curiosity" and "infectious optimism," noting his unique philosophy background and entrepreneurial journey. Meta's investment in his fintech firm CRED and Shah's deep understanding of consumer behavior…

The Economic Times

Meet Kunal Shah: He once worked as a delivery boy to support family. Now he's set to lead world's biggest messaging platform

Kunal Shah, the visionary behind fintech success CRED and FreeCharge, is set to lead Meta's global messaging giant, WhatsApp. Shah, who previously overcame family bankruptcy by working odd jobs, will transition from his operational role at CRED, where he built a 17-million-member platform. He believes WhatsApp holds immense untapped potential,…

The Independent UK

Meta hires Indian fintech start-up founder as new WhatsApp chief

Kunal Shah’s appointment comes after Meta invests $900m in his company

The Economic Times

Turtlemint Fintech IPO Day 3: Fully subscribed 1.02x, GMP signals, brokerage views and key details

Turtlemint Fintech's IPO saw strong demand, fully subscribing on its final day with institutional investors showing significant interest. Despite a modest grey market premium suggesting a subdued listing, the company aims to leverage its extensive PoSP network and digital platform for growth in India's underpenetrated insurance sector. Proceeds will fund…

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