SoftBank, Yahoo Japan, Paytm partner to launch QR-code mobile payments app
SoftBank and Yahoo Japan JV have partnered to build a new smartphone-based payments platform, set for an Autumn launch.
SWIFT launches pilot with 22 corporate and bank testers for its new service
The global payment innovation (gpi) initiative of SWIFT has launched the pilot testing of a new solution to bring real-time payment tracking to treasury applications.
PayU acquires ZOOZ to create ‘global standard payments infrastructure’
PayU has acquired Israel-based payments technology platform ZOOZ, supporting its expansion into high-growth markets.
Money Dashboard integrates personal finance service with Starling
Personal finance app Money Dashboard has partnered with Starling Bank, making full use of the open banking initiative which launched at the start of the year.
GCR acquires emergency grant management software MB3
GCR has acquired emergency grant management software MB3 Technologies, for an undisclosed amount.
FinLeap partners with open banking platform Fabrick to launch Beesy
FinTech startup builder FinLeap has partnered with open banking and FinTech services platform Fabrick to launch a new company in Italy.
BNP Paribas launches UK SME direct lending fund
BNP Paribas Asset Management has launch a new UK SME direct lending fund to support the ‘underserved’ market.
Invoice finance platform Advantedge acquires Henry Howard Cashflow
Invoice finance solution for SMEs Advantedge Commercial Finance has acquired Wales-based Henry Howard Cashflow Finance.
IA opens doors to FinTech accelerator supporting the asset management ecosystem
The Investment Association (IA) has opened its gates to applications for the debut cohort of its FinTech accelerator.
Open banking platform Railsbank wins €100,000 VC award
Railsbank, a UK-based open banking and RegTech platform, has won a €100,000 venture capital award.