Sparebanken Norge and Tietoevry Banking Form Strategic Partnership to Drive Innovation in Norwegian Banking
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Banking
Tietoevry Banking has entered a strategic partnership with Sparebanken Norge to deliver next-generation banking technology, aimed at strengthening the bank’s competitiveness in an increasingly digital market. The agreement also grants Sparebanken Norge access to deep digital banking expertise, further cementing its position as a leading force in financial innovation in Norway.
MuchBetter Expands Its Contactless Payment Ring Range with New Colours
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Payments
MuchBetter, the wearable payments pioneer, has introduced two new colour options for its stylish contactless Mastercard® payment ring: gloss white and gloss black. These sleek additions join the existing brushed black with more styles planned to join the range in future, giving customers even more ways to personalise their payment experience while enjoying the ultimate convenience of tap-and-go transactions.
Pennylane Raises €75M to Become the Preferred Solution for European Companies
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Fundraising News
As a key player from the outset in the reform of electronic invoicing, which will come into force in 2026 in France, Pennylane has established itself as a key reference in this field.
ClearBank Reports First Group Results, with Increased Underlying Profits at UK Bank
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Banking
ClearBank, the enabler of real-time clearing and embedded banking, today released its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2024 and 2024 Annual Report. These show the business has made progress on its growth strategy, positioning itself for long-term international expansion as it establishes its Group structure. The UK business posted annual pre-tax profits for the second year running, with strong growth in fee-based income, deposits...
Viva.com Expands Near Instant Payment Footprint Across Europe, with UK Launch of Mastercard Move
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Payments
Viva.com, the 1st Tech Bank in Europe for Businesses, has expanded its pan-European activation of Mastercard Move on its payments and banking platform to 24 countries, following the addition of the UK as an additional live origination market. This step enables businesses across 24 European countries to send and receive near-instant payments regardless of currency and geography, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Lemon Partners with Siemens to Bring 0% SaaS Financing to the UK Market
- 1 year 4 months ago
- SaaS
In a first for the SaaS industry, fintech Lemon is unveiling its 0% financing product, allowing businesses to finance their software subscriptions without any additional interest.
FNZ Raises US$500 Million in New Capital from Existing Shareholders to Support Long-Term Sustainable Growth
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Fundraising News
FNZ, the leading global end-to-end technology platform serving wealth and asset management businesses, today announces it has secured US$500 million in new equity funding. The company has secured the equity funding from its long-term institutional investors who remain closely aligned with FNZ’s strategy and ambitions.
Ayan Capital Secures Shariah-Compliant Financing Facility of up to £25 Million from Partners for Growth
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Fundraising News
Ayan Capital, a fast-growing provider of halal vehicle financing, has secured up to £25 million in Shariah-compliant financing facility from institutional debt provider Partners for Growth (PFG), a global private credit firm with a strong 20-year track record of backing high-growth technology and fintech companies in more than 20 countries. This investment reflects the rising demand for Islamic financial products in the UK and reinforces Ayan ...
Yavrio Connects with Five Largest U.S. Banks and Introduces Advanced Embedded Payments
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Banking
Open Banking fintech, Yavrio, has announced it is now connected to corporate accounts at Wells Fargo, J.P. Morgan, Citi Bank, Bank of America and U.S Bank, the five largest banks in the US, as it expands internationally.
SumUp Unveils New Products and Features to Its Global Customer Base of Small Businesses at Annual Beacon Event
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Payments
On-stage in Berlin, global financial technology company SumUp unveiled several new products and features at the second edition of its annual Beacon event. Since its founding in 2012, SumUp has delivered a consistent stream of sector-defining, merchant-empowering products, with these latest additions signalling the market fit and success of SumUp’s ecosystem products.
Seed and Early-Stage Investments Account for Three Quarters of UK VC Term Sheets
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Investment
HSBC Innovation Banking has today published its latest annual term sheet guide. These agreements outline the basic terms and conditions of a proposed investment, and the provisions included provide a unique window into the startup investment landscape. In partnership with 27 leading law firms that advise on UK venture capital (VC) deals, the report analyses 588 completed term sheets with a combined value of £7.6 billion, comprising a third (33...
ECB’s Intraday Liquidity Framework Brings Clarity, but Execution Remains a Challenge for Banks
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Banking
Banks are facing mounting challenges in implementing the European Central Bank’s (EBC’s) new intraday liquidity guidelines, according to industry feedback gathered by Planixs, the leader in real-time liquidity management solutions.
Topicus Unveils Akkuro: The Next-Generation Composable Banking Platform That Sets a New Benchmark for the Financial Industry
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Banking
In a bold move reshaping the future of finance, Topicus proudly announces the launch of Akkuro, a cutting-edge composable banking platform set to revolutionize how financial institutions innovate, scale, and serve their customers.
Cowbell Connectors Expands to 30+ Integrations, Strengthening “Inside-Out” Cybersecurity
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Cryptocurrencies
Cowbell, a leading provider of cyber insurance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and middle-market businesses, has expanded its Cowbell Connectors to over 30 integrations with top security and cloud service providers.
Finema Becomes a GLEIF Qualified vLEI Issuer, Easing Cross-Border Trade and Finance for SMEs
- 1 year 4 months ago
- Trading Systems
The Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) today announces Finema – a provider of digital identity solutions headquartered in Bangkok – as the first Southeast Asia-based Qualified vLEI Issuer (QVI) within the verifiable Legal Entity Identifier (vLEI) ecosystem.
