Mesh, the first global crypto payments network, today announced the launch of its crypto payments app on the Shopify App Store, enabling millions of Shopify merchants to seamlessly accept crypto payments and settle transactions in stablecoins like USDC, USDT, and PYUSD.

Viamericas, a leading provider of remittance and international money transfer services, has launched its open payment network in the Philippines. This strategic initiative provides an API that payors in the Philippines can connect to, providing access to faster, more affordable, and secure transfers for Filipinos receiving funds from abroad.

Zensar Technologies, a leading experience, engineering, and engagement technology solutions company, announced that it has been selected by Tesco Insurance and Money Services (Tesco IMS), a leading UK insurance company, to drive a comprehensive modernisation and digital transformation agenda. This collaboration will enable Tesco IMS to establish a robust cloud-first ecosystem, scalable operation and create better value and experience for its customers.

Tietoevry Banking has entered into a strategic five-year agreement with Fana Sparebank to deliver a comprehensive suite of banking solutions. The partnership includes core banking systems, card and payment services, and advanced financial crime prevention tools. The new agreement, effective from April 1st, 2025, will also significantly enhance the bank’s mobile and self-service offerings – including self-service loan management.

Sift, the AI-powered fraud platform securing identity trust for leading global businesses, today released its Q1 2025 Digital Trust Index. The report revealed an alarming trend in the democratization of payment fraud: 34% of consumers have seen offers to participate in payment fraud online—an 89% increase over 2024.

Primer, the unified infrastructure for global payments and commerce, today announces that it has integrated J.P. Morgan Payments into its platform, as a member of the J.P. Morgan Payments Partner Network. 

iFAST Global Bank is breaking new ground in UK banking with the launch of its first-of-its-kind Multi-Currency Current Account, an innovative solution that lets customers earn competitive interest rates on multiple currencies while being rewarded for their everyday debit card spending.

London-based open banking payments provider Atoa announces a new integration with global small business platform Xero, which offers fast, fair and secure invoice payments for UK small businesses. 

Mendel, Latin America’s leading enterprise spend management platform, announced today the closing of a $35 million Series B round led by Base10 Partners with participation from PayPal Ventures, and support from existing investors Infinity Ventures, Industry Ventures, Hi.vc. Endeavor Catalyst is also investing.