Accelerating gender equality is not just an aspiration, it is essential for building a more inclusive and innovative world. In today’s digital-first era, empowering women in technology is not just about fairness, it’s about unlocking innovation, fostering diverse perspectives, and driving progress. When women are empowered, industries thrive, solutions become stronger, and society flourishes.

Ugne Buraciene, CEO of payabl.:

Flex, the fintech company that empowers business owners to automate their back offices and grow, today announced it has raised $225 million in equity and debt funding to accelerate the buildout of its payments infrastructure and personal finance software for business owners.

iBanFirst, the next-generation cross-border payment services provider, today announces that it has secured an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK. The milestone underscores its commitment to delivering the highest standards of financial reliability and operational resilience, as it prioritises growth in the UK.

LoanTube, a leading digital credit marketplace, today released a report analysing consumer borrowing trends amongst female consumers ahead of International Women’s Day.

Corpay, Inc., a global leader in corporate payments, is pleased to announce that Corpay’s Cross-Border business has entered into an agreement with SK Slavia Praha to become their Official Foreign Exchange Partner.

The creator economy is rapidly evolving, projected to reach a $525 billion valuation by 2030. Creators are adopting more sophisticated business models – diversifying revenue streams across platforms and expanding their global reach. To stay ahead, creator platforms must offer their users seamless and intuitive tools for managing increasingly complex financial operations across borders.

Thredd, a leading next-generation global payments processor, today released Payments Unstitched: Protecting & Growing Your Payments Business in 2025 providing fintechs, financial institutions, bank sponsors and others insights into the challenges impacting sustainable growth.

Fintech Week 2025 Concludes with Resounding Success, Paving the Future of Financial Innovation

JBI Metia has announced the release of its groundbreaking product, MacroScore™, in strategic partnership with EIU, the business intelligence arm of The Economist Group, a leading authority on international business and world affairs.