With the global transaction value of digital payments expected to hit US$9.46 trillion for the first time this year, the latest version of the regulation that governs all digital payments and open finance in Europe has been announced.

The Philippines’ First Neobank Tonik Digital Bank proudly announces the launch of its Shop Installment Loan to FC Home Center stores. The partnership pushes to enhance the shopping experience of customers in the consumer durables market.

Customers will now have access to 15-minute loan approvals and hassle-free and flexible financing in the Tonik app, ultimately fast-tracking processes and eliminating lengthy traditional loan application procedures.

Xverse, a Bitcoin Web3 wallet, including NFTs through a method called Ordinals, has secured significant backing in its latest seed round.

The company raised $5m in a seed round that was led by prominent industry investor Jump Crypto.

Checkout finance platform, Deko, has announced a milestone BNPLaaS partnership with Aero Commerce, bolstering the e-commerce platform's offering and technological capabilities. Among the checkout finance capabilities available through this partnership, Aero has directly integrated Deko's Newpay product, a digital credit account, that improves conversion rates and encourages repeat spending.

The leading conference for power electronics in Asia returns to Shanghai this year, gathering leading experts and academics from across the country and beyond to share the latest findings and technology within power electronics, intelligent motion, renewable energy and energy management. Highlighted areas include wide-bandgap devices, power semiconductors, packaging technology and more.

New research from global SME funder, Bibby Financial Services, reveals that 2023 is the worst economic environment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in 15 years. 

Findings from the 2023 Global Business Monitor, which surveyed SME owners and decision-makers from nine countries, show inflation (55%), energy costs (49%) and uncertainty over local economies (28%) are stifling business growth in 2023.

New research from NTT DATA UK&I, a leading innovator and IT services provider for the banking and financial services industries, provides some concerning insights regarding customer satisfaction and trust in the retail banking industry.

Change is the only constant, and the crypto industry is no exception. New age cryptos like Fetch.AI and Pikamoon are changing the face of the game. They are redefining what is possible through their disruptive blockchain technology.

Experts believe these two unique coins are two of the many interesting cryptocurrency projects at the forefront of blockchain technology and innovation.

Paytrix, the pioneering fintech firm that simplifies global payments for high-growth businesses, today announces the appointment of renowned Irish financial services entrepreneur, Joe Redmond, as Chief Executive Officer for Paytrix Ireland. With a formidable industry track record and extensive experience across payments, foreign exchange, governance, risk and compliance, Joe will oversee Paytrix Ireland’s programme of licence acquisition and regional expansion. 

LMS, the UK’s leading conveyancer and panel management specialist, today announces that Hanley Economic Building Society has chosen LMS Panel Link® to drive efficiencies in the conveyancing process. This collaboration will allow the lender to gain access to a fully vetted panel of law firms specifically tailored to its bespoke needs.