Mobile Payments

Payment firm Airwallex closes a $100m Series D round at $2.6bn valuation

Melbourne-based cross-border FinTech Airwallex raised another $100m in an extension to its Series D round.

Interswitch Group teams with Codebase Technologies to improve banking in Africa

Interswitch Group, which supports the digitalisation of payments in Africa, has established a strategic partnership with open API banking developer Codebase Technologies.
Clair, scoops $175m for a novel, on-demand payment solution

Clair, scoops $175m for a novel, on-demand payment solution

Clair, the innovative FinTech firm dedicated to transforming financial services for workers, has successfully secured a substantial $175m in its latest funding round.

PayTech Selfbook secures $25m in Tiger Global-headed Series A

Hotel payment software platform Selfbook has raised $25m from a Series A funding round led by Tiger Global Management.

Challenger bank KOHO unveils new cashback programme to for its Canadian customers

KOHO, the Canadian challenger bank, has announced a new cashback programme and a new merchant-specific rewards.

FPL Technologies becomes India’s newest FinTech unicorn

FPL Technologies, which offers a metal credit card under the OneCard brand, has reportedly become India newest unicorn.

Kasikornbank enters $50m partnership to support Grab’s FinTech expansion

Kasikornbank has made a $50m strategic investment in Thai ride-hailing business Grab, as it expands its reach on Southeast Asia’s FinTech market.

Carbon Bank unveils BNPL app

Carbon Bank, a credit-led Pan-African digital bank has launched a new buy now, pay later (BNPL) web app. 

Curve has removed a YouTube video from the public eye after being questioned about...

Smart card provider Curve has been caught in the press’ crosshairs after removing a YouTube video from the public eye.

Could the coronavirus be the push the UK needs to become cashless?

Britain has fallen behind other countries like Sweden when it comes to removing physical money from its economy. However, the COVID-19 outbreak might change that.

News Stories

Legal & General partners with Moneyhub for innovative pensions dashboard

Legal & General (L&G) has teamed up with Moneyhub, a leader in FinTech and Open Finance technology. This collaboration aims to enhance how individuals plan...
tax

Addressing the challenges of intermediary structures in tax operations

Managing intermediary structures within tax operations has long been a complex task. These structures typically feature multiple layers of ownership and a variety of...
In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.

8 key strategies for customer acquisition in banking

In the fast-paced world of banking, acquiring new customers is essential for growth. dacadoo, a leader in Digital Health Engagement Platforms (DHEP), has outlined eight key strategies that combine both traditional methods and digital innovation to help banks attract and retain customers. These approaches focus on creating meaningful interactions, improving customer experiences, and building strong brand loyalty.
AI

How will the EU’s AI Act impact the financial market?

The Artificial Intelligence Act officially came into force on 1 August 2024. The Act, one of the first of its kind, establishes a common regulatory and legal framework for AI within the European Union. How will it impact the financial sector?
New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

Tower partners with HealthCarePlus to provide exclusive insurance products to union members

New Zealand-based insurer Tower has entered into a partnership with HealthCarePlus to offer its products to members of various unions, including house, contents, and motor insurance.

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