Welcome to Today’s FinTech Daily Roundup your go-to source for the latest developments in financial technology. As FinTech continues to redefine the way we bank, invest, insure, and manage money, staying ahead of fast-moving trends is essential for professionals and businesses alike. In today’s roundup, we bring you the most impactful updates across digital banking, blockchain, payments innovation, regtech, and more plus insights from thought leaders shaping the future of finance.
Americor Names Drew Bourne SVP of Strategic Finance
Mr. Bourne to continue leading company-wide financial processes along with long range planning.
Americor, a leading provider of consumer financial services, is proud to announce the promotion of Drew Bourne to Senior Vice President of Strategic Finance and FP&A. In his new role, Bourne will lead the company’s long-term financial strategy, including multi-year capital planning and enterprise-wide initiatives. He will oversee Americor’s entire Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function, driving budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning across both business lines and corporate operations.
ShareBuilder 401k Offers Savings on Safe Harbor Setup
ShareBuilder 401k, a trusted provider of affordable, all-ETF 401(k) plans for small and mid-sized businesses, has announced a limited-time offer to help companies set up their first 401(k) plan in time for the critical Safe Harbor deadline. From August 18 to September 2, businesses establishing a new 401(k) plan will receive $250 off their setup fee. From September 3 to September 12, a $100 discount will be applied. Companies that take advantage of these offers will still have until September 17 to secure a Safe Harbor plan and meet the October 1 government deadline.
ICE Index Powers Taiwan’s First Multi-Asset ETF Launch
Intercontinental Exchange, a global leader in technology and data solutions, has teamed up with KGI Securities Investment Trust Co., LTD to launch something new for Taiwan’s investors the KGI US Top Balanced ETF, the country’s first-ever multi-asset exchange-traded fund (ETF). The ETF is based on the NYSE TPEx 70-30 Equity Top 10 N-Listed & Treasury 3-10 Year Balanced Index, which blends two worlds: 70% allocation in large-cap, technology-driven U.S. a selection of the top U.S. technology giants included in the NYSE Top 10 N-Listed Index
KuCoin Launches AKEDO Token Sale with Exclusive Perks
KuCoin, one of the world’s top crypto exchanges, is excited to roll out its latest Spotlight token sale, offering the community a chance to get in early on AKEDO (AKE). This move highlights KuCoin’s commitment to driving innovation in Web3, particularly at the powerful intersection of artificial intelligence, gaming, and blockchain technology.
Akemona Names Alex de Lorraine as New CEO for RWA Growth
Akemona, the developer of a leading real-world asset (RWA) digital asset management platform, has named blockchain pioneer Alex de Lorraine as its new Chief Executive Officer. In this role, Alex will spearhead Akemona’s strategic expansion in the fast-growing RWA fintech space. Founded to simplify digital asset issuance, management, and tokenization, Akemona helps businesses and financial institutions launch digital securities, smart bonds, utility tokens, and other blockchain-native assets.
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