By: PYMNTS Published: September 15, 2026 Main Facts Vista Equity Partners, the prominent private equity firm holding a controlling stake in Finastra, is actively evaluating strategic alternatives for the United Kingdom-based financial software provider. According to industry insiders familiar with the ongoing discussions, these options encompass a potential outright sale of the company, a partial…
In a move that signals a seismic shift in the architecture of global capital markets, Payward—the parent company of the prominent cryptocurrency exchange Kraken—has announced a strategic partnership with global fintech firm GTN. The collaboration aims to radically expand the reach of Kraken’s “xStocks” product, transitioning it from a U.S.-centric offering into a comprehensive, multi-market…
In an era of market volatility and shifting economic paradigms, the question of who manages your wealth is more than just a matter of convenience—it is a foundational pillar of your financial future. Investors are increasingly wary of "one-size-fits-all" advisory models that prioritize commission-based product sales over genuine client outcomes. As the landscape of financial…
