Key Takeaways MELI's fast-growing credit portfolio is reshaping its risk exposure across core markets. MELI's slipping NIMAL highlight pressure from rapid, capital-intensive loan expansion.MercadoLibre faces added risk strain as Sea Limited and Nu Holdings intensify regional credit competition.MercadoLibre’s (MELI) Mercado Pago division has transformed from a payment platform into a large-scale lender, reshaping the company’s overall risk exposure. In 2025, Mercado Pago accelerated loan deployment sharply, ...

Polygon announced two major partnerships:One with Mastercard, which chose Polygon as the default chain for its new crypto credential system.You can basically make username-based transfers (instead of wallet addresses), which would eliminate a lot of friction.The other one with Revolut, Europe's largest fintech company, which has integrated Polygon for stablecoin payments and crypto credit cards.Both mean a lot of mainstream adoption for crypto in general and @0xPolygon in particular, bullish and excited to ...

Block (XYZ) stock has reached the sixth day of a consecutive downward trend, resulting in a total loss of -14% over this timeframe. The company has experienced a decline of approximately $5.6 billion in value during the past 6 days, with its current market capitalization standing at about $35 billion. The stock is still 32.2% lower than its value at the close of 2024. In comparison, the year-to-date returns for the S&P 500 are at 12.5%.Sign with logo at the headquarters of mobile payment company Square in t ...

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has selected Thunes to provide worldwide mobile wallet payouts via its Direct Global Network, aiming to enhance international payment options for its clients in the UAE. Upon full integration of the solution, the customers of the bank will be able to send payments instantly to over 130 nations, offering them with accessible and transparent international payment solutions. This collaboration supports key national strategies, including the “We the UAE 2031” vision and the “Centra ...

According to The Korea Times, South Korean internet giant Naver will formally confirm its plan to acquire Upbit’s parent company Dunamu at next week’s board meeting. Dunamu will also hold a board meeting on November 26 to finalize the details. Naver plans to use its fintech subsidiary, Naver Financial, for a full equity swap to acquire Dunamu, and after the integration, jointly launch a KRW stablecoin project and various digital financial services.https://t.co/JrZZxuDg52 ...

ATLANTA, Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitcoin Depot (“Bitcoin Depot” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BTM), a U.S.-based Bitcoin ATM (“BTM”) operator and leading fintech company, today announced a new retail partnership with Wild Bill’s Tobacco, one of America’s leading specialty tobacco retailers, with locations across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, and Missouri. The collaboration will commence with a pilot installation of Bitcoin Depot kiosks in 10 Wild Bill’s stores with the opportunity to expand ...

Plans to support digital securities, tokenized real-world assets, and expanded private-market liquidity BOSTON, MA, Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Netcapital Inc. (Nasdaq: NCPL, NCPLW) (“Netcapital” or the “Company”), a digital private-capital-markets ecosystem, today announced plans to expand its platform to include support for compliant blockchain-based digital assets, amid accelerating interest in tokenized securities and tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) like real estate. Since 2016, Netcapital’s S ...

Shivi Sharma spent a decade working in credit risk at places like American Express and Varo Bank. At some point, she realized teams were spending equal amounts of time analyzing all types of loans — regardless of whether it was worth $100,000 or $5 million — meaning assessing smaller loans was ultimately an unprofitable and time-consuming process for lenders. She and her husband, Utsav Shah, realized there was an opportunity here. “She watched as the vast majority of small business owners couldn’t acce ...

CANADA - 2025/09/15: In this photo illustration, the Circle Internet Group logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen. (Photo Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesCircle Internet Group (NYSE:CRCL) stock has experienced a challenging month, decreasing by approximately 40 percent and currently trading around $76. This is a significant adjustment, but it’s important to note that the stock was initially priced at $31 during its remarka ...

Klarna payment options on Apple Pay have now become available to customers in Spain, Denmark, and Sweden. Eligible users in these countries can use Klarna’s flexible payment services when checking out online and in-app with an iPhone or iPad, and for in-store purchases using an iPhone. This development is said to increase transparency and flexibility for Apple Pay customers in these nations. The expansion follows similar launches in the UK, Canada, and the US , where customers are able to check out with ...