Sarah Vainstein

Sarah Vainstein

Fintech Innovation Expert
Sarah Vainstein is a fintech expert with a keen interest in banking. She explores various topics, ranging from the impact of digital transformation on traditional banking to the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi). Her analytical approach provides valuable perspectives and guidance on the application of Fintech.
Payment Orchestration Platforms – Review
Regulatory & Compliance Payment Orchestration Platforms – Review

In an era where digital transactions dominate global commerce, the complexity of managing payments across diverse systems, currencies, and regulations poses a significant challenge for businesses of all sizes. Payment orchestration platforms have emerged as a transformative solution, streamlining

Ark Invest Boosts Robinhood Stake with $21M Purchase
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Ark Invest Boosts Robinhood Stake with $21M Purchase

What does it mean when a heavyweight like Ark Invest, led by the visionary Cathie Wood, pours a staggering $21 million into Robinhood stock in a single day? This isn’t just a transaction; it’s a seismic signal in the ever-shifting landscape of fintech and cryptocurrency, where markets fluctuate and

PayDax Protocol: Revolutionizing DeFi Banking with Innovation
Lending & Investment PayDax Protocol: Revolutionizing DeFi Banking with Innovation

In a financial world where traditional banking often feels slow and outdated, and decentralized finance (DeFi) struggles with fragmentation and risk, a new player has emerged to challenge the status quo with a fresh perspective. The PayDax Protocol (PDP), built on Ethereum’s robust blockchain,

Who Will Lead Vertex into the AI-Driven Tax Tech Future?
Regulatory & Compliance Who Will Lead Vertex into the AI-Driven Tax Tech Future?

I'm thrilled to sit down with Kofi Ndaikate, a seasoned expert in the fintech industry with deep knowledge in areas ranging from blockchain and cryptocurrency to regulation and policy. Today, we’ll explore his insights on leadership transitions in the tax technology sector, the transformative

Tensec Secures $60M to Boost AI-Driven Cross-Border Growth
Digital Banking & Payments Tensec Secures $60M to Boost AI-Driven Cross-Border Growth

In an era where global trade volumes are skyrocketing, with cross-border payments projected to surge from $194.6 trillion in 2024 to an astonishing $320 trillion by 2032, one Silicon Valley-based FinTech company stands poised to redefine the landscape. Tensec, a trailblazer in AI-powered financial

10x Banking Appoints Philip Barnett as Executive Vice Chair
Lending & Investment 10x Banking Appoints Philip Barnett as Executive Vice Chair

In an era where the banking industry grapples with rapid digital transformation and the persistent inefficiencies of legacy systems, a significant shift is underway at one of the sector's most innovative players. 10x Banking, a trailblazer in cloud-native core banking platforms, has made a bold

How Did Zerohash Secure $104M to Lead Digital Asset Infra?
Lending & Investment How Did Zerohash Secure $104M to Lead Digital Asset Infra?

Imagine a financial landscape where digital assets seamlessly integrate into everyday transactions, powering everything from cross-border payments to tokenized investments, and transforming the way we interact with money on a global scale. This vision is no longer a distant dream but a tangible

Why Is HSBC Bidding $13.6B to Privatize Hang Seng Bank?
Regulatory & Compliance Why Is HSBC Bidding $13.6B to Privatize Hang Seng Bank?

What compels a banking titan to wager $13.6 billion on a single strategic move in one of the world’s most volatile financial hubs, Hong Kong, where economic currents shift with geopolitical tides? HSBC has set its sights on full control of Hang Seng Bank, a regional icon with deep roots. This isn’t

Asian Investors Seek Safety in US Dollar Assets Amid Uncertainty
Lending & Investment Asian Investors Seek Safety in US Dollar Assets Amid Uncertainty

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region stands at a critical juncture in 2025, grappling with global economic turbulence that has sent shockwaves through financial markets. With trade tensions escalating and growth projections wavering for many export-driven economies, Asian investors are increasingly

How Is Krom Bank Transforming Banking with Mambu in Indonesia?
Lending & Investment How Is Krom Bank Transforming Banking with Mambu in Indonesia?

In a nation of over 270 million people, a staggering 75% of Indonesians remain unbanked or underbanked, locked out of basic financial services that could transform their lives, highlighting a critical challenge in one of Southeast Asia's largest economies. Yet, amidst this disparity, a digital

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