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Top tech news today: 25 March, 2025

Tech and finance news highlights major acquisitions, partnerships, and market developments from leading companies in various sectors.

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Headline

Tech and finance news highlights major acquisitions, partnerships, and market developments from leading companies in various sectors.

Context

Trump Media shares jumped 9% after the company announced an agreement with Crypto.com to launch ETFs focused on “Made in America” products, pending regulatory approval. Source MoonPay has secured a $200 million credit line with Galaxy to enhance service delivery and manage liquidity amid rising market activity, supporting over 30 million users. Source

Evidence

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Analysis

Blockdaemon has entered a deal to acquire expand.network, enhancing its ability to connect businesses to blockchains, and offering a unified API for DeFi transactions. Source Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has partnered with Bank Saqu to advance digital financial inclusion in Indonesia, integrating banking services into its apps for better accessibility. Source PayU has acquired a 43.5% stake in Indian paytech Mindgate Solutions to enhance its digital payment services and expand operations in the rapidly growing market. Source SoftBank, SK Broadband, Chunhwa Telecom, and Verizon have formed a consortium to build the E2A submarine cable, enhancing connectivity between Asia and North America. Source

Key Points

  • 1. Trump Media shares rise on ETF announcement
  • 2. MoonPay secures $200 million credit line
  • 3. Blockdaemon acquires expand.network for DeFi
  • 4. Indosat and Bank Saqu promote financial inclusion
  • 5. PayU acquires stake in Mindgate Solutions

Actions

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Author

Grace Ge