AstroPay Launches Multicurrency Wallet For Seamless Cross-Border Financial Management
- 4 months 2 weeks ago
- E-Wallets
AstroPay, a global fintech leader redefining cross-border finance, today announced the launch of its multicurrency wallet, a financial tool designed to simplify how users manage money across borders. The wallet enables individuals to hold, exchange, and transact in multiple currencies through a single secure app. Designed for global citizens, it empowers users to navigate the complexities of international finance, whether traveling, working...
bunq Becomes First Bank In The World To Launch Real-Time Speech-To-Speech AI Translation
- 4 months 2 weeks ago
- IT Innovations
bunq, Europe's first AI-powered bank, today announced a significant upgrade to its AI assistant, Finn, making it the first bank globally to introduce real-time speech-to-speech translation within its app. The enhanced Finn is now capable of instantly translating both the user’s speech and the support agent’s responses in real-time, ensuring a smooth conversation without the need for external translation apps. Besides, Finn now understands and...
Visa Helps Holiday Shoppers Stay Secure, Blocking Nearly 85% More Suspected Fraud Globally This Cyber Monday Compared To Last Year
- 4 months 2 weeks ago
- Security
Visa's critical investments in the fight against fraud are paying off for holiday shoppers this holiday season. On Cyber Monday alone, Visa blocked nearly 85% more suspected fraud globally compared to last year.1 Throughout the holiday weekend, suspected fraudulent transactions rose 200% around the world, due in part by the adoption of AI by fraudsters.2
Allica Smashes £3 Billion In Lending And £4 Billion In Deposits
- 4 months 2 weeks ago
- Digital banking
Allica Bank has smashed through £3 billion in lending and £4 billion in deposits as the UK’s established SMEs flock to the challenger that promises to deliver ‘business banking how it used to be, just better’.
bunq Introduces bunq Points: A Loyalty Program That Turns Everyday Spending Into Exclusive Rewards
- 4 months 2 weeks ago
- Digital banking
bunq, the second largest neobank in Europe, today unveiled bunq Points, its first loyalty program designed to reward users for everyday spending. Announced during the bunq Update 27 event in Amsterdam, the program is tailored to meet the needs of digital nomads and everyday users alike, offering exciting ways to make every euro count.
BVNK Secures $50M Series B To Accelerate Stablecoin Payments In The US, Backed By Haun Ventures And Coinbase Ventures
- 4 months 2 weeks ago
- Fundraising News
BVNK, the global leader in stablecoin payments infrastructure, today announced the successful closing of its $50 million Series B funding round, led by Haun Ventures, with participation from Coinbase Ventures, Scribble Ventures, DRW VC and existing investors Avenir and Tiger Global. Diogo Mónica (General Partner) is leading the deal on behalf of Haun Ventures.
Morgan Stanley Selects Wise Platform To Enhance Payments Capabilities For Corporate Clients
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Payments
Wise, the global technology company building the best way to move and manage the world’s money, today announced that it has been selected by Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, to facilitate Morgan Stanley’s foreign exchange international settlement capabilities for its corporate customers. Morgan Stanley will offer clients high-speed cross-border settlements through Wise Platform, Wise’s global payments infrastructure for...
Consumer Optimism Slips As Generational Divides Persist
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Personal Finance
Consumer optimism about household finances has fallen, according to data from TransUnion, a global information and insights company, released as part of its Q4 20
Praxis Tech Achieves ISO 27001 Certification For Information Security
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Security
Praxis Tech, a leading Payment Orchestration Platform, today announces that it has achieved the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, the leading global standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). This significant milestone affirms that the company meets the highest levels for data security, availability, and reliability across its entire organization and underscores its role as a trusted partner for merchants by providing assurance...
Volume Raises $6 Million To Drive Payment Fees To Zero, Challenge Dominance Of PayPal, Apple Pay, And Stripe
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Fundraising News
Volume, the payments fintech startup transforming online payments with account-to-account (A2A) technology, has raised $6 million in a round led by United Ventures, with participation from Fabrick, the open finance platform part of the Sella Group, and existing investors Firstminute Capital, SeedX and Haatch, who doubled down on their support.
N26 Adds Ready-Made Funds To Its Investment Offering
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Digital banking
N26 just announced the launch of Ready-Made Funds, a new offering added to its existing Stocks & ETFs trading product designed to make investing easier and more accessible than ever before.
Glia Doubles Down On Channel And Hires Ray Hicken As Executive Channel Advisor
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- People Moves
Glia, the leader in customer interaction technology, today announced that channel ecosystem powerhouse Ray Hicken has joined Glia as an executive channel advisor.
Visa Unveils 2025 Payment Trends, Shaping Vietnam’s Digital Landscape
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Payments
Visa, a global leader in digital payments, convened the Digital Future Forum 2024 in Hanoi, showcasing the latest payment trends and innovations shaping Vietnam's digital landscape. This forum, part of Visa's annual client appreciation event, underscored Visa's commitment to driving Vietnam's digital transformation, with a focus on AI's role in enhancing security and personalizing customer experiences.
CARD.COM Corporation Announces Collaboration With Visa For Visa Direct Cross-Border Payments
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Payments
Card Corporation, a leading privately-owned financial services technology company specializing in mobile banking and card payments, is pleased to announce a new collaboration with Visa to introduce Visa Direct Cross-Border payments. This agreement brings expanded access to global, fast, and secure payment options for CARD.com's customers, aligning with its mission to deliver innovative financial solutions for its B2C and B2B White Label...
KEO World And American Express Announce The Launch Of The Workeo B2B Platform In Brazil
- 4 months 3 weeks ago
- Payments
KEO World (KEO), a fintech leader in B2B digital payments and inventory financing, today announced that it has taken a significant step in its expansion.
