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Apple & Twitter are on a collision course | Sequoia Capital warns today’s downturn is worse than 2000/2008 | Impact of metaverse on digital marketing

Bussman Advisory

Sequoia Capital warns today’s downturn is worse than 2000 and 2008. Will the metaverse’s impact on digital marketing be equivalent to social media? The latest edition of the FinTech Ecosystem Newsletter is here : Interested in FinTech or Digital Assets related Advisory or Workshop?

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Alphabet is the world’s top blockchain-friendly investor | Revolut under pressure over internal audit | FTX plans to take 30% stake in SkyBridge Capital

Bussman Advisory

billion into the sector Revolut under pressure over internal audit FTX Ventures plans to take 30% stake in Scaramucci’s SkyBridge Capital. billion into the sector Revolut under pressure over internal audit FTX Ventures plans to take 30% stake in Scaramucci’s SkyBridge Capital. Subscribe now to our weekly newsletter.

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Fintech Startups Haven’t Given Up on Blockchain

Bank Innovation

The afternoon session brought on the blockchain. From these sessions, two winners were chosen that will have the chance to engage with a global bank — perhaps the ultimate prize for a fintech startup today. The morning session at BBVA Open Talent Challenge was all about artificial intelligence.

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How China Is Clamping Down On Crypto Trading With Social Media

PYMNTS

The Chinese government has a complicated relationship with cryptocurrency: While it seems to be enthusiastic about the applications of blockchain technology, the country has banned initial coin offerings (ICOs) and blocked crypto trading sites. billion fund focused on the blockchain.

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This Singapore Fintech Wants U.S. Banks To Be As Engaging As Amazon

Bank Innovation

A lot of data is being generated and collected on a daily basis thanks to social media, IoT, and online customer behavior (Upstart, for example, uses this method for its underwriting decisions). Customer data is (arguably) the most valuable asset in many industries, financial services included.

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Blockchain Begins Earning Some Bitcoin-Like Skepticism

PYMNTS

For years, throughout the volatility of cryptocurrency values, some industry experts have assured investors and innovators that blockchain is the disruptor in which the market should place its faith. Alas, there is no such thing as a sure bet, especially in the world of FinTech. Broader Doubts Emerge.

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Do You Agree with Square’s CEO That Bitcoin Will Be the World’s Single Currency?

Bank Innovation

The social media/fintech executive made headlines in the crypto world.Read More. EXCLUSIVE— With cryptocurrencies losing their luster in the public — and the regulatory — eye, some in financial services still remain bullish on the currency even as its value falls.