AEON and Checker Secure $8M, Deloitte Predicts AI Finance Revolution - Finance AI Weekly #68
May 25, 2026 -
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In recent developments, Loyyal has launched GiftOS Point, a new platform that leverages AI and blockchain technology to enhance the management of digital gift card programs. Meanwhile, BRACKT AI has reported significant compliance issues affecting a large portion of Latin America's financial institutions, which are struggling to adhere to US digital asset regulations, impacting cross-border crypto transactions.
Additionally, Aon has introduced the Aon Digital Placement Exchange (Aon DPX), a platform aimed at modernizing risk syndication through AI, with plans to launch for U.S. Property risks in 2026. In the healthcare sector, PrognoCIS and Global Payments have collaborated to launch PrognoPay, an AI-driven payment solution designed to enhance financial and operational efficiency in healthcare practices.
Welcome to this week's edition of Finance AI Weekly.
In recent developments, Loyyal has launched GiftOS Point, a new platform that leverages AI and blockchain technology to enhance the management of digital gift card programs. Meanwhile, BRACKT AI has reported significant compliance issues affecting a large portion of Latin America's financial institutions, which are struggling to adhere to US digital asset regulations, impacting cross-border crypto transactions.
Additionally, Aon has introduced the Aon Digital Placement Exchange (Aon DPX), a platform aimed at modernizing risk syndication through AI, with plans to launch for U.S. Property risks in 2026. In the healthcare sector, PrognoCIS and Global Payments have collaborated to launch PrognoPay, an AI-driven payment solution designed to enhance financial and operational efficiency in healthcare practices.
AEON Secures $8 Million for AI Settlement Layer
On May 18, 2026, AEON announced it raised $8 million in a pre-seed funding round led by YZi Labs to develop an AI-driven settlement layer for the agentic economy. Read more
Loyyal Introduces AI and Blockchain Gift Card Platform
On May 19, 2026, Loyyal unveiled GiftOS Point, a new digital gift card platform leveraging AI and blockchain for enhanced security and automation in gift card management. Read more
BRACKT AI Reports Compliance Issues in US-Latin America Crypto Transactions
BRACKT AI has identified a compliance crisis affecting 60-70% of Latin America's financial institutions, hindering their ability to meet US digital asset regulations and impacting cross-border crypto transactions. Read more
Aon Introduces Aon DPX for Risk Syndication
Aon has unveiled the Aon Digital Placement Exchange (Aon DPX), a platform designed to modernize risk syndication using AI. The platform aims to improve efficiency in the London Market and will launch for U.S. Property risks in 2026. Read more
Financial Institutions' AI Adoption Outpaces Governance
A report by BRG shows financial institutions are rapidly adopting AI, with 94% of executives anticipating increased use. However, this growth is challenging their ability to manage risks and establish governance frameworks. Read more
AI Adoption in Finance Hindered by Legacy Systems
A survey by Enterprise Management Associates shows financial institutions are cautious with AI, with legacy IAM systems posing significant barriers to adoption. Read more
Checker Raises $8M to Enhance AI Solutions for Finance
Checker has secured $8 million in funding from Galaxy Ventures, Al Mada Ventures, and Framework Ventures to improve its AI-driven digital asset solutions for financial institutions. The funding will support the company's efforts in cross-border payments and treasury management. Read more
PrognoCIS and Global Payments Launch AI Payment Solution
PrognoCIS has partnered with Global Payments to introduce PrognoPay, an AI-driven payment solution. This initiative aims to improve financial and operational efficiency in healthcare by integrating payment processing into the EHR system. Read more
Fireblocks Launches Agentic Payments Suite and Joins x402 Foundation
Fireblocks has introduced the Agentic Payments Suite to enable agent-initiated payments using stablecoins on any blockchain. The company has also joined the x402 Foundation to improve security and governance for these transactions. Read more
Nominal Introduces Agentic Performance Management
On May 20, 2026, Nominal announced a rebrand with the launch of Agentic Performance Management, a new software category designed to transform finance operations through AI-driven automation. Read more
Deloitte Predicts AI and Stablecoins to Reshape Finance by 2030
The Deloitte Center for Financial Services forecasts major changes in financial sectors by 2030, driven by AI and digital assets, including stablecoins and AI-native banking products. Read more
KPMG Partners with Anthropic for AI Integration
KPMG has announced a partnership with Anthropic to integrate its AI model, Claude, into KPMG's Digital Gateway platform to enhance tax and advisory services. Read more
Mercury Valued at $52 Billion Amid Fintech Growth
The fintech company Mercury has reached a valuation of $52 billion, highlighting its growth and the impact of AI startups in the fintech industry. Read more
Standard Chartered to Cut 7,800 Jobs by 2030 Due to AI
Standard Chartered plans to cut around 7,800 back-office roles by 2030, leveraging artificial intelligence and automation to enhance profitability. The affected positions are mainly in compliance and human resources. Read more
Integrity and BI Services Partner for AI in Insurance
Integrity, LLC has teamed up with BI Services to utilize AI technology in enhancing health and life insurance services. The collaboration focuses on leveraging AI to improve offerings for American families. Read more
Benzinga Expands AI-Ready Financial Data Infrastructure
Benzinga has announced an expansion of its API infrastructure to support AI applications in finance, including large language models and Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems. The update includes making financial datasets more accessible and introducing multilingual support, such as Korean, to enhance global AI training. Read more
ANBC Highlights AI in Credit Analysis at ACCIS Conference
The National Association of Credit Bureaus (ANBC) presented AI applications in credit information at the ACCIS conference in Vienna, focusing on experiences from Latin America. Read more
Sui Introduces Gasless Stablecoin Transfers
The blockchain platform Sui has launched a feature for gasless stablecoin transfers, supported by Fireblocks, aiming to simplify payments and enhance stablecoin adoption. Read more
HashKey Invests $40 Million in SignalPlus
HashKey Holdings Limited has invested $40 million in SignalPlus to boost AI-driven crypto derivatives trading. Read more
Betr Acquires Ascent Capital for AI Prediction Markets
Betr has acquired Ascent Capital Management to enhance its AI-driven prediction markets. This move aims to integrate event contracts across sectors like sports and politics into its super app. Read more
Plume Launches Regulated Onchain Vaults
Plume's subsidiary, Kimber Digital Assets Bermuda, has received a licence from the Bermuda Monetary Authority to launch the first regulated onchain vaults, combining decentralized finance with regulatory oversight. Read more
BingX Unveils 'Infinite Vision' Strategy
On May 20, 2026, BingX announced its 'Infinite Vision' strategy to transition into an AI-native, multi-asset trading platform, marking its 8th anniversary. Read more
Addepar Launches AI Tools at AddeConf26
Addepar has announced new AI and data capabilities at AddeConf26, aimed at enhancing investment decision-making for professionals managing global portfolios. Read more
Hexaware Acquires Consulting Professionals Services Holdings
Hexaware Technologies has announced its acquisition of Consulting Professionals Services Holdings Limited to bolster its AI and cloud transformation services, particularly in the financial sector. Read more
US Senate Federal Credit Union Partners with Thought Machine
The US Senate Federal Credit Union is collaborating with Thought Machine to upgrade its banking platform using AI technology, aiming to enhance service delivery and product customization. Read more
New Constructs and Google Cloud Launch AI Investing Agent
New Constructs has partnered with Google Cloud to introduce Finsights, an AI tool designed to enhance financial analysis by examining corporate filings for discrepancies in earnings and debt reporting. Read more
Mastercard Lighthouse Launches in UAE with AI Office
Mastercard has launched its Mastercard Lighthouse program in the UAE, partnering with the UAE's AI Office to boost fintech innovation by connecting startups with financial institutions and investors. Read more
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