Singletrack Acquires Mediasterling, Adyen Launches 'Personalize', and More AI Innovations - Finance AI Weekly #53

February 16, 2026 - Finance AI Weekly
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In recent developments, Singletrack has acquired Mediasterling to boost AI client engagement in the capital markets sector. Meanwhile, Adyen has introduced 'Personalize', an AI tool designed to optimize payment processes by tailoring payment pages in real-time according to buyer behavior. This innovation aims to improve conversion rates and reduce transaction costs.

Additionally, ElevenLabs has launched a pioneering AI insurance policy for voice agents, backed by AIUC-1 certification. In the realm of insurance, Tuio and WaniWani have rolled out a real-time home insurance quoting tool on ChatGPT, approved by OpenAI, to streamline the insurance purchasing process. Furthermore, Quant Technology Group has unveiled QuantSentry, an AI-native platform designed to automate risk management for proprietary trading firms, enhancing efficiency and capital protection.
Singletrack Acquires Mediasterling for AI Client Engagement
The acquisition of Mediasterling by Singletrack aims to enhance client engagement through AI technologies in the capital markets sector. Read more
Adyen Introduces AI Tool 'Personalize' for Payment Optimization
Adyen has launched 'Personalize', an AI-driven tool designed to customize payment pages in real-time, enhancing conversion rates and reducing transaction costs for businesses. Read more
ElevenLabs Introduces AI Agent Insurance Policy
On February 11, 2026, ElevenLabs launched an AI insurance policy, becoming the first to offer coverage for AI voice agents. The policy is backed by AIUC-1 certification, ensuring reliability and safety in AI systems. Read more
Tuio and WaniWani Launch Real-Time Insurance Quotes on ChatGPT
Tuio and WaniWani have introduced a new application that provides real-time home insurance quotes via ChatGPT. This tool, approved by OpenAI, aims to streamline the insurance purchasing process by allowing users to obtain quotes directly within the ChatGPT platform. Read more
Quant Technology Group Launches AI Risk Management Platform
On February 10, 2026, Quant Technology Group introduced QuantSentry, an AI-native platform aimed at automating risk management for proprietary trading firms. Read more
Sahara AI Partners with Danal Fintech for Stablecoin Payment Systems
On February 9, 2026, Sahara AI and Danal Fintech announced a strategic partnership to develop stablecoin-based payment infrastructure using AI technology. Read more
Afinit Raises 32 Billion Won for AI Fintech in India
Afinit has secured 32 billion won in Series E funding to expand its AI fintech capabilities in India, with backing from investors like Mirae Asset Venture Investment and Smilegate. Read more
Feedzai and Neterium Partner for AI-Driven Financial Crime Prevention
On February 12, 2026, Feedzai announced a strategic partnership with Neterium to enhance AI-driven financial crime prevention through integrated real-time screening solutions. Read more
Meridian Secures $17M for AI Financial Modeling
New York-based company Meridian has raised $17 million in seed funding to enhance financial modeling with AI, aiming to improve spreadsheet predictability and auditability. Read more
OpenAgent Becomes SEC-Registered for Tokenized Assets
OpenAgent has launched as a SEC-registered transfer agent, focusing on tokenized assets, marking a significant step in integrating AI in finance. Read more
Porters Raises €2.7 Million for AI Banking Operations
Zürich-based fintech Porters has secured €2.7 million in pre-seed funding to enhance banking operations with AI-driven automation. Read more
Backbase and VASS Partner for AI Banking Services
Backbase and VASS have announced a strategic partnership to enhance AI-driven digital banking services, focusing on wealth management and business banking in Spain and Latin America. Read more
Mantle Introduces ERC-8004 for AI in Finance
Mantle has launched the ERC-8004 standard to improve the integration and functionality of autonomous AI agents in the financial sector. Read more
Addentax Group Plans Acquisition of Hong Kong Lending Platform
Addentax Group Corp. is in late-stage talks to acquire a digital lending platform in Hong Kong, aiming to boost its presence in the Asia-Pacific digital finance sector with AI-driven technologies. Read more
ScyAI Raises $2.3 Million for AI Risk Platform
Zurich-based startup ScyAI has secured $2.3 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI-driven risk intelligence platform for the real estate sector. Read more
Bretton AI Raises $75 Million and Rebrands
Bretton AI, previously known as Greenlite AI, has secured $75 million in a Series B funding round led by Sapphire Ventures. The company plans to use the funds to enhance its AI-driven compliance solutions for financial crime operations. Read more
ZeroDrift Raises $2 Million for AI Compliance in Finance
ZeroDrift has secured a $2 million pre-seed funding round led by a16z to enhance compliance automation in the financial services sector. The company offers a real-time communication firewall to ensure regulatory standards are met. Read more
Ard Financial Group Partners with Surfin AI for AI Integration
On February 13, 2026, Ard Financial Group and Surfin AI announced a partnership to integrate AI technologies into Mongolia's financial services, including an AI-based credit scoring system. Read more
Uptiq Raises $25 Million to Expand AI in Fintech
Uptiq has secured $25 million in Series B funding to enhance its AI solutions for banks and credit unions, with Curql leading the investment round. Read more
Tangible Raises $4.3M for AI Fintech Platform
Tangible, a fintech company based in London, has secured $4.3 million in seed funding to enhance its AI-powered solutions for 'hardtech' firms. The funding round was led by Pale Blue Dot with participation from MMC and Future Positive Capital. Read more
TaxRock Introduces AI Tax Management Platform
On February 11, 2026, TaxRock unveiled TaxRock 2.0, an AI-powered platform aimed at improving IRS risk management for organizations. The platform includes an AI assistant named Rocky to help prioritize urgent tax issues. Read more
DBS Bank and Visa Launch AI Payment Pilot
DBS Bank has teamed up with Visa to test AI-driven agent payments in the Asia Pacific, aiming to improve transaction security and efficiency. Read more
Bracket Secures $7M for AI Treasury Platform Expansion
Bracket, an AI-driven treasury platform, has raised $7 million in Seed funding to enhance its product and expand internationally. The funding was led by Macquarie Group and Blackfinch Ventures. Read more
Lendbuzz Completes $246 Million Auto Loan Securitization
Lendbuzz, an AI-based fintech company, has closed a $246 million securitization backed by auto loans. This is the company's eleventh public securitization since 2021, totaling over $2.4 billion. Read more

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