1. Wall Street introduces new bitcoin betting options
Wall Street is unveiling innovative methods for investing in bitcoin, marking another significant step in cryptocurrency’s financial mainstream adoption. CNBC
Also read: Marathon’s bold bet: The future of bitcoin mining
2. Bitcoin’s climb to $100,000 faces obstacles
Bitcoin’s rally is slowing amid market uncertainties, highlighting concerns about the sustainability of cryptocurrency’s valuation surge. CNBC
3. Hybrid payment platform Rise secures $6.3M
Rise, a hybrid payment platform, has closed a $6.3 million Series A round to expand its capabilities and reach. Fintech Global
Also read: Cashflows partners with Raimac to offer programmable payments
4. Mastercard and FundBot team up for B2B payments
Mastercard partners with FundBot to enhance B2B payment systems in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, streamlining processes for businesses. Fintech Global
5. Wahed secures funding for Shariah-compliant fintech
Wahed receives backing from Qatar Development Bank to expand its Shariah-compliant financial services globally. Fintech Global
Also read: Will Trump and Musk carve a new path for U.S. IT infrastructure?
6. EPI’s Wero Wallet reaches 14 million users
European Payments Initiative celebrates a milestone as Wero Wallet garners over 14 million users, demonstrating the growing adoption of unified payment solutions. Finextra
7. Unzer and Mastercard collaborate on open banking
Unzer selects Mastercard to facilitate open banking payments, aiming to boost transaction efficiency and customer experience. Finextra
8. Binance Labs invests in blockchain-focused Kernel
Binance Labs backs Kernel, a blockchain startup, signaling continued support for emerging Web3 solutions. Finextra
9. Riksbank expands instant payment infrastructure use
Sweden’s Riksbank broadens access to its instant payments system, promoting innovation across various financial applications. Finextra
10. ICANN board nomination deadline approaches
Nominations for ICANN Board Seat 10 close on December 16, emphasizing the importance of leadership in global internet governance. RIPE
11. IETF 121 event concludes with key updates
The IETF 121 meeting wraps up, offering significant insights into internet standards and protocol advancements for the global digital ecosystem. APNIC Blog
12. Cisco drives McLaren F1 team’s success
Cisco technology powers McLaren F1’s championship ambitions, leveraging advanced connectivity solutions for superior performance on and off the track. Network Computing
13. Intel’s CHIPS Act grant faces reduction
Intel’s CHIPS Act funding is scaled back due to production delays and financial setbacks, impacting its semiconductor manufacturing goals. Computerworld
14. Windows recall feature enters preview phase
Microsoft introduces Windows Recall in limited preview, a tool designed to improve data recovery and management capabilities for enterprises. Computerworld
15. Atos advances France’s computing capabilities
Atos secures funding to bolster advanced computing technologies in France, aiming to enhance the nation’s technological edge. The Register
16. India’s fiber tech boom to create 1 lakh jobs
India’s rapid digital growth is set to generate over 100,000 new jobs in fiber technology within the next five years. Economic Times
17. Chinese cyber espionage targets telecom execs
A report highlights China’s alleged cyber espionage campaign, targeting telecommunications executives to gain strategic advantages in global tech. CNN
18. Verizon and Ciena complete 1.6 Tbps fiber trial
Verizon and Ciena successfully test a 1.6 Tbps fiber link, paving the way for ultra-high-speed broadband infrastructure. Telecoms
19. BT integrates Fortinet for secure SASE services
BT collaborates with Fortinet to enhance Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions, addressing enterprise security needs. Telecoms
20. Verizon launches multi-vendor Open RAN DAS
Verizon deploys multi-vendor Open RAN DAS systems, advancing network flexibility and performance in high-density environments. Telecoms
