Here’s a look at what’s shook the software world this week.

In fintech and regtech, compliance isn’t just a box to check—it’s a critical foundation. This guide explores secure development principles like Zero Trust architecture, API protection, and automated compliance checks, helping developers build applications that meet rigorous data privacy, transparency, and auditability standards across the entire SDLC.

Our latest Developer Nation report explores how AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot affect software delivery performance across key DORA metrics, revealing both opportunities and challenges for development teams.

Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the fintech industry with its ability to secure transactions, reduce costs, and improve transparency. From cross-border payments to smart contracts and fraud prevention, this blog post explores how blockchain empowers financial institutions and fintech startups to streamline operations and build customer trust.

Stay ahead with this week’s essential updates for developers, sysadmins, and security teams.

Integrating external APIs is essential for modern app development—but doing it right requires more than just connecting endpoints. This guide covers six best practices to help developers secure, scale, and maintain seamless API integrations that elevate performance and user experience.

Embedded analytics is no longer optional – it’s a strategic necessity. This guide walks you through nine essential questions to evaluate before integrating analytics into your product, covering everything from user personas and data pipelines to scalability, security, and long-term maintenance.

As AI adoption accelerates across industries, developers are turning to public web data to meet increasing demands for accurate, high-performing, and scalable AI models. Bright Data’s latest report reveals how dynamic, real-time data is fueling improvements in model reliability, performance, personalization, and automation -making web data an indispensable asset in the AI development lifecycle.

Generative AI is transforming software development, with developers leading the charge. The State of the Developer Nation 29th Edition report reveals how professional status, experience, region, and company size shape adoption trends, highlighting the mid-career professionals and midsize companies driving AI innovation forward.

From fraud detection and credit scoring to robo-advisors and predictive analytics, artificial intelligence is reshaping the fintech landscape in 2025. This deep dive explores how AI enhances speed, accuracy, and personalization while also addressing ethical concerns and regulatory hurdles. As the technology matures, early adopters are gaining a competitive edge – redefining what’s possible in the future of finance.