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Square launched tap to pay on iPhone for US users. Square is providing a solution that makes it easier for both new sellers and established businesses to conduct in-person commerce. Link here

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C-Innovation’s update on Q3 M&A. C-Innovation found that Traditional Banks were more likely to acquire an older FinTech, possibly as they seek companies which are better-known and well-capitalised, representing less risk for shareholders.. Link here

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Ex-Revolut employees launch Solvo. Earlier this year, Solvo raised a $3.5 million seed round from Index Ventures with CoinFund and FJ Labs also participating. Link here

Nine25 launches a payroll tech platform. Nine25 aims to help solve retention and attraction problems, offering employers a new way to compete in a competitive market with its unique solution. Link here

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Robinhood adds USDC to Crypto listings. Robinhood currently supports 18 other crypto assets, but USDC is its first supported stablecoin. Robinhood and Circle executives will discuss the news further during San Francisco's Converge22 event. Link here