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AI agent usage has nearly doubled, yet developers maintain a strong preference for human oversight. A recent survey reveals single-agent workflows are dominant, driven by concerns for accuracy and security, even as work quality improves. Fintech and media lead adoption, leveraging tools like GitHub Copilot and LangChain under careful monitoring.
Stripe has launched Link, a new digital wallet that uniquely enables autonomous AI agents to make secure payments on behalf of users. It tackles security concerns by allowing agents to process transactions without direct access to sensitive payment credentials, utilizing virtual cards and user approval. The wallet also offers comprehensive traditional features like spending tracking and subscription management.
New York-based financial operations giant Ramp has acquired Stockholm fintech Billhop, gaining crucial regulatory licenses to launch its corporate spend management platform in the UK and European markets this summer. This strategic move, announced March 13, 2026, allows Ramp to directly serve businesses across the European Economic Area and the UK. The acquisition comes as Ramp's US rival, Brex, is being acquired by Capital One, positioning Ramp for significant global expansion.
India's prominent neobank, Fi, is discontinuing all banking services on its platform, over four years after launching them in collaboration with Federal Bank. The Bengaluru-based fintech, founded by former Google Pay
The creator economy is rapidly evolving beyond ad revenue, with digital entrepreneurs like MrBeast building business empires through product lines and startup acquisitions. This shift highlights how influence is becoming infrastructure, though its scalability beyond top creators remains a key question. TechCrunch's Equity podcast unpacks this trend alongside developments in AI, fintech, and global tech infrastructure.
After nearly 15 years, Remitly co-founder and CEO Matt Oppenheimer is transitioning to board chair, handing the reins to Sebastian Gunningham. Oppenheimer reflects on the fintech giant's journey from a three-person startup to a $3B public company, sharing invaluable lessons on customer focus, cultural development, and leadership growth.
OpenAI is deepening its India commitment by partnering with fintech giant Pine Labs, moving beyond ChatGPT to focus on enterprise solutions. This strategic collaboration targets advanced AI for enterprise payments and AI-driven commerce, aiming to revolutionize business operations across India with greater efficiency and innovation.
