Natalie Poirain

Natalie Poirain

Financial Systems Analyst
Natalie Poirain is a Financial Services expert specializing in banking and finance. With extensive knowledge of the sector, she provides deep insight into investment, corporate, and banking regulations, and fintech. With a keen focus on market trends, Natalie enables both businesses and individuals to make well-informed decisions.
L2 Scaling Flaws Exposed: Time for a New Blockchain Base
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency L2 Scaling Flaws Exposed: Time for a New Blockchain Base

In the ever-accelerating realm of blockchain technology, Layer-2 (L2) scaling solutions were once celebrated as the ultimate fix for Ethereum's persistent scalability challenges, promising to alleviate the strain on the base Layer-1 (L1) network by offloading transaction processing. Initially, the

Gaining an Edge with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-assets
Editorial Gaining an Edge with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-assets

Most businesses are treating the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) as a compliance issue to be addressed. They are scrambling to meet its technical standards, viewing the framework as yet another costly regulatory burden. This state of mind is a profound strategic error,

Stripe’s Bridge Seeks National Trust Charter for Stablecoins
Digital Banking & Payments Stripe’s Bridge Seeks National Trust Charter for Stablecoins

In a rapidly evolving digital finance landscape, the intersection of cryptocurrency and regulatory frameworks is becoming a focal point for innovation and debate, particularly as stablecoins gain prominence as a potential cornerstone of modern financial systems. A recent development has thrust this

Splash Financial Secures $70M in Series C, Launches HELOC
Trends & Innovation Splash Financial Secures $70M in Series C, Launches HELOC

Imagine a lending landscape where accessing competitive rates for student loans or tapping into home equity feels seamless, even amid economic uncertainty, and fintech innovators like Splash Financial are leading the charge with a recent $70 million Series C funding round and the launch of a new

Can Affirm's Interest-Free Holiday Deal Outshine Credit Cards?
Digital Banking & Payments Can Affirm's Interest-Free Holiday Deal Outshine Credit Cards?

What if holiday shopping could come without the sting of credit card interest piling up months after the gifts are unwrapped? Imagine a season where a $1,500 tech gadget or a luxurious gift set is financed with zero interest, even over an extended repayment plan. This year, Affirm, a leading buy

Top Tools to Build Your RIA Tech Stack Efficiently
Lending & Investment Top Tools to Build Your RIA Tech Stack Efficiently

In an era where client expectations for personalized and seamless financial services are higher than ever, Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) face the challenge of managing complex workflows while delivering exceptional value. The key to meeting these demands lies in constructing a technology

Who Is Ruwani Hewa, Starling Bank's New Payments Director?
Regulatory & Compliance Who Is Ruwani Hewa, Starling Bank's New Payments Director?

I'm thrilled to sit down with Kofi Ndaikate, a seasoned expert in the ever-evolving world of fintech. With a deep understanding of blockchain, cryptocurrency, and the intricacies of regulation and policy, Kofi brings a wealth of knowledge to today’s discussion. We’ll dive into the latest trends in

US WealthTech Funding Drops 52% in Q3 2025 Despite More Deals
Lending & Investment US WealthTech Funding Drops 52% in Q3 2025 Despite More Deals

In the ever-evolving landscape of wealth management technology, a striking statistic has emerged from the third quarter: US WealthTech funding has nosedived by 52%, dropping to $861 million compared to last year, even as the number of deals climbed by 15% to 71 transactions. This paradox of

Senate Democrats’ Proposal Threatens DeFi Innovation
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Senate Democrats’ Proposal Threatens DeFi Innovation

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector stands as a beacon of innovation, promising to reshape financial systems with its emphasis on privacy, accessibility, and user autonomy. However, a recent counterproposal by Senate Democrats on the Digital Asset Market

Which Robo-Advisor Can Build Your $133K Portfolio Fast?
Lending & Investment Which Robo-Advisor Can Build Your $133K Portfolio Fast?

Imagine a financial tool so intuitive that it transforms the daunting task of building a substantial investment portfolio into a seamless, hands-off process, even for those with minimal experience, and empowers users to achieve ambitious goals like a $133,000 portfolio. In today’s fast-paced

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