1. FIFA and Mythical Games launch ‘FIFA Rivals’
FIFA partners with Mythical Games to create ‘FIFA Rivals,’ a blockchain-powered game enhancing fan engagement and monetization. Cointelegraph
2. Cyera secures landmark $300 million raise
Cyera leads this week’s fintech funding with a $300M Series D, cementing its $3 billion valuation amid growing AI compliance innovation. FinTech Global
3. Vodafone seeks police intervention in UK merger
Vodafone drags law enforcement into its UK merger discussions as regulatory scrutiny mounts over its network consolidation strategy. Telecoms.com
4. Indian CBDC platform expands cross-border use
India’s central bank accelerates CBDC adoption by introducing a cross-border payment system, aiming to enhance international remittance efficiency. Cointelegraph
Also read: Revolut reaches 50 million users
5. Latin America fintech poised for 2025 growth
Latin America’s fintech ecosystem gains momentum, becoming a hotbed for investments and market expansion as demand for digital finance rises. TechCrunch
6. SEC chair’s departure boosts crypto optimism
Gary Gensler’s planned exit as SEC chair sparks hopes for more balanced crypto regulation and case resolutions. The Block
7. Trump’s tariff threats fuel Mexican fintech
Mexican fintechs defy tariff concerns, leveraging local expertise to expand their financial reach despite external pressures. TechCrunch
Also read: Trump, the crypto advocate: Analyzing Trump’s cryptocurrency policies
8. Crypto market faces $500M liquidation wave
Crypto markets suffer massive liquidations, with XRP plunging 10%, raising concerns over market stability amid volatile trading conditions. U.Today
Also read: PayPal’s Xoom expands with stablecoin payments
9. Nokia boosts Azure datacenters with new deal
Nokia expands its agreement with Microsoft Azure to enhance datacenter networks, delivering advanced telecom solutions for cloud services. Zawya
10. Openreach fiber rollout to add $66 billion
Openreach’s extensive UK fiber network expansion could contribute £50 billion to the economy, fostering connectivity and innovation. Telecoms.com
11. Singtel and Ericsson transform Tuas port
Singtel and Ericsson collaborate on Singapore’s Tuas port to integrate advanced 5G networks, boosting operational efficiency. Capacity Media
12. Rüdiger Geib appointed IETF liaison manager
Rüdiger Geib steps in as liaison manager for IETF to foster communication and cooperation with ITU-T SG12. IAB.org
