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Paypal launches crypto exchange platform in UK

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4 years ago

August 23, 2021

Trading digital currency just got easier for Brit’s with PayPal launching a new crypto exchange feature in the UK

PayPal will allow customers in the UK to buy, sell and hold bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies starting this week, after the company announced the news on Monday.

The roll-out and expansion into Britain is the first international expansion of PayPal’s cryptocurrencies services outside of the United States and could inspire further mainstream adoption of the new asset class.

With over 403 million active accounts globally, PayPal is one of the largest mainstream financial companies to offer consumers access to cryptocurrencies.

PayPal launched cryptocurrency buying and selling in the United States early this year.

The company later gave customers the ability to use their digital coin holdings to shop at the millions of merchants on its network.

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AI funding surge: How Nvidia and Oracle are reshaping capital markets

AI infrastructure revolutionizes capital raising, with Nvidia, OpenAI, and Oracle leading; explore funding shifts and future impacts.

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14 hours ago

February 4, 2026

Harvey Vargas

AI infrastructure revolutionizes capital raising, with Nvidia, OpenAI, and Oracle leading; explore funding shifts and future impacts.

The AI infrastructure boom is transforming how companies raise capital, with Nvidia and OpenAI leading the charge. Explore the shifts in funding frameworks and what they mean for the future of AI investment.

Oracle is aiming to raise $45 to $50 billion, signalling confidence in the growing AI market. We break down how e

Equity issuance, bond deals, and circular financing are influencing long-term infrastructure development.

Despite rapid growth in AI usage, monetisation challenges remain beyond 2027.

Brad Gastwirth from Circular Technologies explains why financing won’t be a bottleneck and what traditional structures mean for the evolving AI landscape.

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Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%: Budget decisions under pressure

Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%, raising concerns for households; Dr. Enticott discusses implications for everyday Australians and economic planning.

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2 days ago

February 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%, raising concerns for households; Dr. Enticott discusses implications for everyday Australians and economic planning.

Australia’s inflation has surged to 3.8%, sparking concern for households and businesses. Experts warn that rising prices could threaten financial stability if the government does not act in the upcoming budget.

Dr Steven Enticott from CIA Tax joins Ticker to break down what this inflation spike means for everyday Australians. He also explains why inflation above the Reserve Bank’s target band is particularly significant and how it affects economic planning.

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Wall Street gains momentum amid tech and earnings surge

U.S. stocks rose Monday, driven by Oracle gains, as investors overlooked recent silver and bitcoin losses ahead of earnings week.

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2 days ago

February 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

U.S. stocks rose Monday, driven by Oracle gains, as investors overlooked recent silver and bitcoin losses ahead of earnings week.

U.S. equities climbed on Monday as Wall Street kicked off a new month of trading. Investors looked past recent losses in silver and bitcoin, with optimism returning to major indices. The S&P 500 rose 0.7%, led by gains in Oracle shares following the company’s announcement to raise up to £50 billion for cloud capacity.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 501 points, while the Nasdaq Composite increased 0.9%. Analysts note that the broader market is showing resilience despite mixed signals from tech and commodities.

More than 100 S&P 500 companies are expected to report earnings this week. Strong growth is predicted, even as some high-profile sell-offs continue to make headlines.

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