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April 13, 2026
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Anthropic: Project Glasswing Securing Critical Software for the AI Era
Anthropic
"Today we’re announcing Project Glasswing, an initiative that brings together Amazon Web Services, Anthropic, Apple, Broadcom, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Google, JPMorganChase, the Linux Foundation, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Palo Alto Networks in an effort to secure the world’s most critical software. We formed Project Glasswing because of capabilities we’ve observed in a new frontier model trained by Anthropic that we believe could reshape cybersecurity. Claude Mythos Preview reveals a stark fact: AI models have reached a level of coding capability where they can surpass all but the most skilled humans at finding and exploiting software vulnerabilities."
On the web
Galileo Enables SoFi to Send and Receive FedNow® Service Payments
Yahoo-Business Wire
"Galileo Financial Technologies, SoFi’s technology platform announced that SoFi, N.A. is offering instant bank transfers via the FedNow® Service powered by Galileo’s payment technology. The new capability lets SoFi members move money in seconds between their SoFi accounts and their accounts at other U.S. banks, at any time of day, including weekends and holidays. Most banks that use FedNow® Service only support receive capabilities. SoFi is going further by allowing members to both send and receive FedNow® Service payments."
Managing The Quantum Threat to Blockchains
Citigroup
"Quantum computing primarily threatens public-key cryptography especially digital signatures that secure authentication identity and blockchain ownership The most immediate risk to blockchains is exposed public keys and operational key infrastructure not the underlying blockchain protocol Even if cryptographically relevant quantum machines are years away companies must start preparing now because upgrading blockchains takes time."
Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Revolution Will Be Whitelisted
Blockhead
The HKMA handed its first approvals to the banks that already print the Hong Kong dollar. That tells you everything about what these tokens are meant to be. HSBC has been clear about its intended use cases: peer-to-peer payments through PayMe, merchant payments, and subscriptions to tokenised investment products.
April 10, 2026
On the web
What Are Stablecoins Used for Today? Estimating the Distribution of Stablecoins
Kansas City Federal Reserve
"In this Payments System Research Briefing, the distribution of stablecoins by function is depicted and three basic observations are made. First, payments are still a very small part of the stablecoin ecosystem. Second, a significant portion of stablecoins are held in bridging protocols that facilitate transfer of value between different blockchain networks; the need for this operation indicates that the stablecoin ecosystem still lacks interoperability. Third, a majority of stablecoins continue to be used in crypto finance rather than moving independently, suggesting that the stablecoin ecosystem is sensitive to the fortunes of this industry."
Velera Enhances Fintech Engagement Program to Deliver Exclusive Benefits
Velera
"Velera announced an evolution of its Fintech Engagement Program, introducing an inaugural cohort of six fintech partners offering exclusive benefits, such as discounted pricing or waived fees, to Velera credit unions. The new group includes six fintech companies: Coverbase: AI-native third-party risk & procurement platform InvestiFi: Integrated digital investing platform Larky: Proactive account holder engagement Spiral: Personalized savings and giving that grow deposits Swaystack: Gamified onboarding and engagement Union Credit: Embedded lending marketplace."
Education: Federal Reserve Cash Services
Federal Reserve History
"One purpose for the establishment of the Federal Reserve System was to "to furnish an elastic currency." This brief statement at the beginning of the Federal Reserve Act reflects the historical economic importance of an adequate supply of currency for payments and as a store of value. The Federal Reserve issues and distributes currency in the form of Federal Reserve notes. The Federal Reserve provides cash services to ensure that cash (currency and coin) in circulation is sufficient to meet public demand."
April 9, 2026
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Federal Reserve Board Invites Public Comment on Proposal That Would Allow U.S. Banks and Credit Unions to Use Intermediaries to Transfer Funds Through the FedNow Service
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
"The Federal Reserve Board on Wednesday invited public comment on a proposal that would allow U.S. banks and credit unions to use intermediaries to transfer funds through the FedNow Service. This additional flexibility would support new private sector use cases for the FedNow Service. For example, it would allow U.S. banks to use FedNow to transact with correspondent banks to facilitate the international portion of a cross-border payment. Currently, a transfer of funds sent through the FedNow Service can include only two U.S. banks."
On the web
How Can Visa's Intelligent Commerce Connect Power AI Agents?
Zacks
"Visa Inc. is expanding its footprint in next-generation shopping with the launch of Intelligent Commerce Connect. This platform acts as a unified system, enabling businesses to connect directly with AI agents through a single integration on Visa’s acceptance network. Instead of people browsing and clicking through websites, AI agents can interact with merchant systems, compare products and complete purchases automatically. Through a single integration on the Visa Acceptance Platform, Intelligent Commerce Connect enables secure payments, tokenization, spend controls and authentication."
Intuit Completes FedNow® Service Certification to Accelerate Instant Payments for Small and Mid-Market Businesses
Intuit Inc.
"Intuit announced it has completed the Federal Reserve’s certification and readiness program for the FedNow® Service. By leveraging the FedNow Service, Intuit is able to partner with financial institutions to send instant payment transactions on behalf of its customers. This flexible participation model allows Intuit to help accelerate the adoption of a more modern U.S. payment infrastructure, providing businesses with the ability to manage their cash flow with greater speed and the financial confidence of instant settlement."
Block Introduces Managerbot, a Proactive Square AI Agent
Venture Beat
Block unveiled Managerbot, a new AI agent embedded in the Square platform that proactively monitors a seller's business, identifies emerging problems, and proposes actionable solutions — without the seller ever having to ask a question. The product marks the most tangible manifestation of CEO Jack Dorsey's controversial bet that artificial intelligence can fundamentally reshape how his company operates, builds products, and serves the millions of small businesses that depend on Square to run day-to-day commerce.
Circle Launches CPN Managed Payments, a Full-Stack Platform for Seamless Stablecoin Settlement
Circle
"Circle Internet Group, Inc. announced the launch of Circle Payments Network (CPN) Managed Payments1. This fully managed, unified stablecoin settlement solution allows payment service providers (PSPs), fintechs, banks, and global enterprises to access the speed and efficiency of regulated digital dollars without managing digital assets directly."
Visa: Earning Consumer Trust in the Age of Agentic Commerce
Visa
"Visa conducted research to understand how consumers are adapting to the rise of agentic commerce: the emerging world where AI acts on their behalf when shopping and buying. This report summarizes the results of that research covering the United States, Australia and New Zealand. Across all three markets, consumers show striking consistency: most are already familiar with AI-powered shopping assistants, and approximately one in three expect to use them regularly."
Mastercard Makes Getting Around Korea Easier for International Travelers with iPhone
Mastercard
"Getting around South Korea just got easier for international travelers. Visitors can now use their iPhone or Apple Watch and Mastercard cards to pay for public transport, following the launch of the MobileTmoney transit app on the Apple App Store. Travelers can top up their MobileTmoney balance directly in Apple Wallet using their Mastercard debit or credit card—eliminating the need to buy physical transit cards or carry cash. The service is the result of a collaboration between MobileTmoney and Apple, powered by Mastercard’s global payments network."
Adyen Launches Intelligent Money Movement To Unify Enterprise Payments, Liquidity Management And Payouts
Adyen
"Adyen announced Intelligent Money Movement, a new product offering that connects payments, liquidity management, and payouts together on a single platform. Designed for large global enterprises, the solution enables businesses like Etsy, Expedia Group, and Vinted to move funds faster, gain real-time visibility into their cash positions, and reduce operational complexity."
CHIPS® Delivers Record Value and Resilience for Participants in 2025
The Clearing House
"The CHIPS® network, the largest private-sector high-value payment system in the world, reported increased network usage, economic value, and resilient liquidity performance in 2025, demonstrating the growing importance of its patented liquidity algorithm to participant banks and their customers. In 2025, the CHIPS network activity increased materially with average daily value rising nine percent year-over-year to $2.014 trillion and average daily volume increasing 12 percent year-over-year, underscoring the network’s expanding role in supporting large-value domestic and cross-border U.S. dollar payments."
On the wires
Synthetic Identities and Agentic Bots Posing as Human Contribute to 8% Global Rise in Fraud Attacks - LexisNexis Risk Solutions
PR Newswire
"LexisNexis® Risk Solutions' latest Cybercrime Report reveals key global fraud trends emerging over the past year. Derived from analysis of more than 116 billion online transactions detected through our LexisNexis® Digital Identity Network® in 2025, the report shows a significant 8% rise in global fraud rates driven by attacks targeting the gaming and gambling and ecommerce sectors, cost of living pressures and new emerging fraud tactics."
April 8, 2026
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Visa Opens the Door to AI-Driven Shopping for Businesses Worldwide
Visa
"Visa Inc. unveiled Intelligent Commerce Connect, a new solution that makes it easier for businesses to connect to and participate in AI-powered commerce. Intelligent Commerce Connect acts as a network, protocol, and token vault-agnostic ‘on ramp’ to agentic commerce for agent builders, merchants, and enablers. Through a single integration via the Visa Acceptance Platform, Intelligent Commerce Connect enables secure payment initiation, tokenization, spend controls, and authentication."
On the web
Bank of America: CashPro App Usage Rises 20% as Clients Approve $38,000 in Payments Every Second
PR Newswire
"Bank of America announced that its CashPro App has become an indispensable platform for corporate and commercial clients, attracting a record number of sign-ins and growing 20% year over year. Last year, clients approved a record $1.2 trillion in payment value through the app—an average of $38,000 every second—underscoring the scale of activity and the app's integral role in day‑to‑day treasury operations across industries and geographies."
BILL Extends Supplier Payments to Power a Connected B2B Ecosystem and Help Large Enterprise Suppliers Get Paid Up to ~7 Days Faster
Bill
"BILL announced the latest expansion of BILL Supplier Payments Plus. These new capabilities further extend the solution’s ability to automate and intelligently orchestrate payments and cash application for Enterprise Suppliers, streamlining SMB payments, reducing manual work, and supporting enterprise-grade controls. By sitting between buyers and suppliers, BILL absorbs complexity at scale to reduce friction across both sides of the transaction."
Circle Rolls Out USDC Payments Platform That Lets Users Pay Without Holding Stablecoins
The Block
"Circle launched a stablecoin settlement service that allows payment service providers, fintechs, and banks to benefit from the efficiency of using blockchain-based rails without having to hold digital assets like USDC. The platform is meant to facilitate cross-border settlement using USDC, help merchants accept stablecoin payments, and lower FX costs."
Lloyds Bank Uses Quantum Computing to Detect Money Mules
The Times
"Lloyds Bank has been experimenting with quantum computing to improve financial crime prevention, in an early test of whether the technology can deliver practical benefits for banks. The bank tested whether quantum algorithms could spot money mule behaviour within a large collection of transactions, a task that traditional computers tend to struggle with due to the complexity of detecting subtle patterns within large-scale transaction data."
Finastra and Marketnode Transform Credit Agreement Onboarding Through AI
Finastra
"Finastra announced a strategic partnership with Marketnode to digitize and automate the credit agreement onboarding process for corporate lenders. The collaboration brings together Marketnode’s LLM/AI‑powered intelligent document automation and Finastra’s Loan IQ platform through the Loan IQ Nexus Build module. It enables FIs to digitize the credit agreement onboarding process via an integrated, automated workflow."
Mastercard and Krungthai Card Complete First Live Agentic Transaction in Thailand
Mastercard
"Mastercard announced the completion of a pilot that delivered its first authenticated agentic transaction in Thailand with Krungthai Card Public Company Limited (KTC). The pilot demonstrated how AI can support consumers to complete everyday tasks — such as transportation — securely and seamlessly. In the inaugural test case, an AI agent booked a ride from Suvarnabhumi airport to Central Chidlom through Elife, a global mobility provider. The booking and agentic transaction were facilitated by an AI agent, which connects to Elife’s network of services."
Capital One Completes Acquisition of Brex
Capital One
"Capital One Financial Corporation announced that it has completed its acquisition of Brex in a combination of stock and cash transaction. Brex is a modern, AI-native software platform offering intelligent finance solutions that enable businesses to issue corporate cards, automate expense management and make secure, real-time payments. The company also leverages AI agents to help customers automate complex workflows to reduce manual review and control spend."
April 7, 2026
On the web
Ahold Delhaize USA Makes Pay by Bank Available for Online Grocery Orders
Progressive Grocer
"Ahold Delhaize USA has grown its partnership with Fiserv Inc. to make Pay by Bank available on the grocer’s proprietary omnichannel platform, providing customers with a secure, streamlined digital payment option for online grocery orders directly from their bank accounts. The solution is currently available on the e-commerce websites and mobile apps of three Ahold Delhaize USA grocery brands: The Giant Co., Giant Food and Stop & Shop."
April 3, 2026
On the web
Small Business Sales Grew Steadily in March as Higher Ticket Sizes Offset Softer Foot Traffic, Fiserv Data Shows
Fiserv, Inc.
"Fiserv, Inc. has published the Fiserv Small Business Index for March 2026, indicating that U.S. small business sales continued to grow steadily in March, despite consumers being more selective in their spending. Higher average ticket sizes helped offset slower transaction volumes as small businesses closed out Q1 on solid footing."
Coinbase Locks in Conditional Approval to Become a Trust Bank
Yahoo Finance
"Crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN) Global said that the firm has received conditional approval from a key federal regulator to become a national trust bank. Final approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency brings a new threshold of legitimacy to Coinbase in the eyes of certain clients, vice president of Institutional Product Greg Tusar said in an interview."
The Infrastructure Layer for AI Agents in Institutional Finance
Fireblocks
"We are quickly entering an era where AI agents are executing B2B payments, moving capital, settling transactions, and managing treasury operations autonomously. While the use cases are exciting (think treasury rebalancing, liquidity management, and cross-border payment routing), there’s a gap that the industry is just now starting to uncover: these agents need to be able to move value, not just process information. That’s where AI infrastructure solutions enter the conversation."
On the wires
SoFi Launches Big Business Banking to Power Fiat and Crypto Banking on a Single Regulated Platform
Business Wire
"SoFi Technologies, Inc. announced the launch of SoFi Big Business Banking, a new offering that gives enterprise partners the ability to manage both fiat and crypto banking from a single, nationally chartered bank. This launch builds on SoFi’s integration of blockchain into its core platform. Big Business Banking brings it all together, enabling any company operating across both traditional and digital finance to hold deposits, move money and settle transactions 24/7 within SoFi’s regulated banking platform."