Trading Technologies International, Inc. (TT), a global capital markets technology platform provider, announced today that it will soon offer clients access to Cboe equity index options, giving TT clients access to the rapidly growing equity options trading space.

The British Business Bank, the UK’s economic development bank, has appointed Richard Bearman and Reinald de Monchy as Co-Chief Banking Officers, with a shared responsibility for all of the organisation’s banking activities for smaller businesses.

Starling Bank has experienced a wave of resignations after its new CEO, Raman Bhatia, announced a policy requiring staff to return to the office more frequently. Bhatia’s directive demands that employees who had been working remotely or on a hybrid schedule attend the office for a minimum of 10 days per month, marking a significant shift in the bank’s work culture since Bhatia succeeded founder Anne Boden in March 2024.

Cardstream, a leading Fintech business, has appointed a new Chief Financial Officer.  

Gurinder Sumra has joined Cardstream as CFO, with a remit to think the ‘art of the possible’ as the business continues on its growth trajectory.  

Wirex, a leading Web3 money app, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking global alliance with Banking Circle, a leading provider of next-generation banking services.

This strategic collaboration is set to dramatically enhance Wirex's financial operations across the globe, empowering millions of users with cutting-edge banking solutions.

The founder-led  Wealth Tech company QPLIX, a leader in wealth management software for family offices and private banks, has secured funding from tech investment firm Partech via its Growth Fund.

The investment of over €25 million will support the company's growth objectives and facilitate the implementation of its international expansion plans. As a result, Partech has become an investor alongside Deutsche Bank, with both holding collectively a minority stake.

Wyden, the leader in institutional infrastructure for the digital asset trading lifecycle, announces the successful closing of its latest funding round, securing USD 16.9 million (CHF 14.5 million). The Series B round was spearheaded by Truffle Capital, a Paris-based global fintech investment firm, with participation from new investors PostFinance, SBI-Sygnum-Azimut Digital Asset Opportunity Fund, and FiveT Fintech, as well as existing investor C3 Venture Capital.

ClearScore, the leading financial marketplace in the UK, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Canada, today announces the launch of ‘Credit Health’, an innovative new platform which redefines how users and lenders can leverage credit and affordability data.

According to new research released today, almost half of UK consumers (48%) cite concerns about payment security as a key reason for abandoning their shopping at the online checkout.

With Black Friday just days away, ecommerce businesses are being encouraged to optimise customer experience and specifically highlight payment security measures, or risk missing out on the opportunity the day presents to increase their sales, attract new customers and entice spending.

State of Credit research from Marqeta, the global modern card issuing platform, reveals that 15% of UK consumers surveyed will use Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) this Christmas, aligning with a growing trend towards online shopping where digital and flexible payment options are more readily accessible.