Kalshi Issues Historic Lifetime Ban to Former Congressman George Santos Following Allegations of Prediction Market Manipulation
In an unprecedented move for the burgeoning prediction market industry, Kalshi, a leading federally regulated exchange, has issued its first-ever lifetime ban against a public figure, targeting former Republican Representative…
Ryan Breslow Seeks Redemption for Bolt with 27 Million Dollar Bridge Round Following Valuation Collapse
The e-commerce checkout startup Bolt, once a poster child for the aggressive growth and astronomical valuations of the early 2020s, is entering a critical phase of its survival strategy. Ryan…
Natural Secures 30 Million Dollars to Build the Financial Infrastructure for Autonomous AI Agents and Challenge Payment Giants
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence has transitioned from simple text generation to the deployment of "agentic" systems—autonomous software entities capable of executing complex, multi-step workflows. While these AI agents…
Deadline Approaches for Startup Exhibitors at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco
The window of opportunity for emerging technology companies to secure a dedicated presence at one of the world’s most influential startup conferences is rapidly closing. Organizers have confirmed that the…
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to Feature Dedicated Smart Money Stage Highlighting the Convergence of Fintech AI and Global Payments Infrastructure
The landscape of global finance is undergoing a fundamental transformation, shifting from traditional centralized banking models to a decentralized, AI-driven ecosystem. In recognition of this evolution, TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 has…
India Moves to Reshape Digital Payment Landscape with Potential Merchant Fees for UPI Transactions
The Government of India has formally initiated a legislative process that could fundamentally alter the economic architecture of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), the nation’s premier digital payments network. By…
Stripe and Advent International Pursue Fifty-Three Billion Dollar Acquisition of PayPal Amid Strategic Turnaround Efforts
The global financial technology sector is bracing for a potential seismic shift as reports emerge that PayPal Holdings Inc. is in advanced discussions regarding a possible sale to a consortium…
Walmart and Sam’s Club to Implement Apple Pay and Google Pay Support Ending Decade of Resistance to NFC Payments
Walmart Inc., the world’s largest retailer by revenue, announced on Friday, August 21, 2024, that it will officially begin accepting Apple Pay and Google Pay at its retail locations across…
Revolut Discloses Sensitive Customer Data Breach Following Sophisticated Government Impersonation Attack
The London-based fintech giant Revolut has officially confirmed a security incident involving the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive customer information. The breach occurred after an unauthorized third party successfully targeted the…
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Side Event Application Deadline Approaches as Silicon Valley Prepares for Premier Tech Gathering
The countdown to one of the most significant networking opportunities in the global technology sector has entered its final phase, as organizers of TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 have announced that the…















