Recently, the innovative digital asset trading platform, popmaxcrypto, launched its proprietary token officially, promising to offer users a safe and effective trading environment. The platform's token, referred to as PMC, was formally rolled out on August 10th.

Popmaxcrypto's trading platform primarily focuses on cryptocurrency as its key trading product, delivering comprehensive digital asset trading services to users. This platform enables users to purchase, sell, exchange, and securely store cryptocurrencies. Compared to conventional financial institutions, popmaxcrypto's trading platform offers lower transaction fees, higher transaction speeds, and a broader variety of transaction options, thus offering users an optimum trading experience with more choices.

As a new entrant in the exchange market, popmaxcrypto places a premium on safeguarding the security of user assets. The platform utilises superior crypto technology and multiple authentication mechanisms to maximise the protection of users' assets and transaction data. Additionally, popmaxcrypto cooperates with several reputable digital asset storage institutions to offer more secure asset storage services.

The platform's proprietary token, PMC, was officially launched on August 10th, granting users greater transaction convenience. PMC tokens serve multiple purposes, including settling transaction fees and participating in platform voting decisions. Moreover, holders of PMC tokens are eligible for additional transaction discounts and platform privileges.

The inauguration of popmaxcrypto's trading platform will usher in more trade opportunities and an improved trade experience for digital asset investors. Users can embark on their digital asset trading venture by registering for a popmaxcrypto account. The platform is committed to continually enhancing and optimising its services to offer users more value.

GTreasury, a treasury, payments, and risk management software provider, today announced that Inc. has named GTreasury to the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. GTreasury was also recently named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Midmarket and Enterprise Treasury and Risk Management Applications.

A global leader in treasury and risk management systems, GTreasury has grown on the strength of its treasury technology innovation and continually-expanding ecosystem of banking, data connectivity, and product-integration partners. Today’s corporate treasury teams require best-in-class solutions and automation to optimize liquidity, maximize productivity, manage risk, and make informed business decisions. Global organizations hampered by time-consuming and error-prone manual treasury processes have been modernizing around the cloud-based software that GTreasury provides. Ongoing macroeconomic turbulence has also made GTreasury a must-have solution for accurate real-time cash management and risk understanding.

The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

“GTreasury’s fast-paced growth speaks to our ability to provide customers with treasury solutions that continually meet their requirements and expectations,” said Renaat Ver Eecke, CEO, GTreasury. “We are committed to delivering the tools and services that make treasury and financial teams more efficient, more confident, and more successful. We thank Inc. for this acknowledgment of the growth we’ve achieved, and feel honored to count our company among the 2023 Inc. 5000.”

For complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, location, and other criteria, go to www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, August 23.

“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000—with the fast growth that requires—is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”

Excitement is rising as the UF AWARDS Global 2023 Nomination Round is quickly coming to an end. With so many financial and fintech industry leaders battling for global recognition, the competition is tight.

Setting the standard of global excellence in the financial services industry, the UF AWARDS Global 2023 honour the achievements and sustained contribution of financial and fintech

players to industry innovation and growth. 

Open to brokers and financial technology companies of all sizes, the UF AWARDS Global 2023 Nomination Round offers participants a chance to gain the traction they deserve at an international level, bringing them closer to industry peers and partners who will give them their vote in the Voting Round. Those crowned as champions will see their endeavours endorsed, attaining worldwide industry validation and brand recognition.

Until 6 September, leading brokerage firms and fintech providers that have not yet nominated their brands for a global award still have the opportunity to join the excitement. To enter the Nomination Round, participants can register and/or log in to the UF AWARDS website, fill out the Nomination Form, and nominate themselves in the Broker or B2B categories that closely match their business profile. 

Have you nominated your brand? With nominations trickling in every day, the race for a much-coveted award is quickly coming to a close. Don’t miss the chance and nominate your brand today.

Claim your global recognition

Some of the titles to be won with the UF AWARDS Global 2023 include:

Broker Awards

• Broker of the Year

• Best Global Broker

• Best Education Tools

• Best Partnership Programme

• Best Trade Execution

• Most Innovative Broker

• Best Forex Spreads

• Best Emerging Broker

Fintech Awards

• Best Social Trading Solution

• Best Bridge Provider

• Best Risk Management Solution

• Best Payment Getaway

• Best White Label Solution

• Best Technology Provider

• Best Trader Retention Tool

• Best Payment Service Provider

• And others

Brought to the fintech arena by leading marketing agency Ultimate Fintech, the UF AWARDS Global are a statement of the highest standards of quality for online brokers and financial technology providers. Not only do they confer their winners international acknowledgement and an endorsement of their efforts, but they also help build trust and raise brand awareness on a global scale.

You still have the chance to nominate your brand. Save the date!

Selection criteria: what you need to know

Nominees undergo rigorous evaluation, scrutinising service excellence, diversity of product range and industry expertise. For those aiming to enhance their global presence, participation in the UF AWARDS Global 2023 is the best way to secure it.

Subsequently, industry experts and thought leaders are called to cast their vote for the fintech or brokerage firms that they believe to be the most deserving. Committed to transparency and impartiality, Ultimate Fintech has developed an accessible public voting mechanism, set to launch on the website starting 7 September. 

Ready to enjoy the glory? Claim your global award at the UF AWARDS Global 2023 and join the industry elite on 21 September, when the winners will be revealed. Browse all categories and nominate your brand before 6 September.

Versatile Credit Inc. (Versatile), a leader in credit aggregation and customer acquisition for merchants and lenders, and Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG) recently announced the launch of a new financing portal in collaboration with Wells Fargo.

Nationwide Marketing Group, operating across North America, empowers independent appliance, furniture, and electronics retailers by providing access to resources and tools that drive business growth. NMG's extensive and diverse member network includes thousands of storefronts, making it the largest buying group of its kind in the United States.

This innovative solution, The Finance Hub, will revolutionize the consumer financing experience by providing a seamless, comprehensive, and tailored financing program for a broad spectrum of customers. By leveraging the power of Versatile's credit cascade technology and partnerships with leading lenders such as Wells Fargo, Genesis Credit, Progressive Leasing, and American First Finance, Nationwide’s merchants will now be better equipped to deploy and manage successful financing programs for shoppers across the credit spectrum.

Versatile's credit cascade technology helps shoppers navigate the application process by seamlessly guiding them to secondary financing options in case they are declined by a prime lender. Additionally, Versatile's single portal system streamlines operations and allows for a more efficient financing process for shoppers and associates. With an easy-to-use interface, the platform consolidates all relevant data and functionality into one location, helping to improve ease of use and enhance efficiency by eliminating the need for multiple platforms, leading to significant time savings and improved operational productivity for merchants.

"We are excited to work with Nationwide and Wells Fargo to deploy this one-stop solution for consumer financing," says Vicki Turjan, President and COO at Versatile Credit. "Our goal is to evolve the consumer finance offerings of NMG's members, making financing more accessible to customers, no matter their credit history. Partnerships like this enable us to create dynamic solutions that serve both merchants and consumers alike."

Through The Finance Hub, merchants will be able to access tools that streamline their consumer financing operations. The dashboard overview provides performance metrics, recent applications, and orders at a glance. Quick application launch features allow merchants to start applications via QR codes, email and text links, or apply directly on a store-owned device. The portal also offers efficient monitoring of recent applications and orders, easy customer account lookups, and simplified order management and funding processes.

"We value our partnership with Versatile Credit as they continue to innovate in response to market demands,” said Steve Jermier, senior vice president of Wells Fargo Retail Services. “This solution not only enables merchants to deliver technologically advanced, full-spectrum financing options, but it also facilitates a smoother customer journey, broadening the range of financing solutions merchants can offer while supporting their success and growth.”

"This partnership reinforces our commitment to providing our members with features that drive business success and offer a competitive edge,” said Chris Kirk, senior vice president of business and financial services at Nationwide Marketing Group. “This new tool will empower our members to offer a diverse range of financing options to their customers, providing a comprehensive solution for the diverse needs of customers while improving customer satisfaction, approval rates, and profitability.” 

By blending Versatile's innovative technology and strategic partnerships with Nationwide's vast retail network and Wells Fargo's robust financial services, this collaboration presents an exceptional opportunity to revolutionize the consumer financing process for Nationwide’s network of merchants.

Redefining financial services for the unbanked and indeed for everyone in El Salvador, our partner DitoBanx has launched their new Dito Wallet in conjunction with Mastercard, backed by Qredo technology. 

Users can now sell bitcoin and USDC held in their Dito Wallet for fiat that is immediately uploaded to a Mastercard prepaid card. 

Dito Wallet: A gateway to global spending 

From the convenience of their smartphones, users will be able to convert their cryptocurrency into spendable cash accepted at over 100 million locations worldwide.  

This innovative launch is a significant stride towards financial inclusion in El Salvador, opening up a multitude of options. Users can pay utility bills, withdraw cash from ATMs, or even initiate transactions with traditional banks, all through the Dito Wallet app. 

After an initial trial launch of 2,500 users in El Salvador, DitoBanx plans to roll this offering out across the country and then all of Central America, as well as the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Mexico. 

"Qredo Network has revolutionized the way we transact and exchange value securely. With their innovative blockchain technology and robust security measures, I feel confident in the privacy and integrity of our transactions. Qredo's seamless integration and user-friendly interface make it easy to navigate and leverage the power of decentralized finance. I highly recommend Qredo for anyone seeking a secure and efficient platform for their digital assets." - Guillermo Contreras, Ditobanx CEO 

dMPC: The new gold standard in crypto wallet security 

In partnering with Qredo earlier this year, DitoBanx has fortified its commitment to providing secure, seamless financial services to its users by utilizing Qredo's decentralized multi-party computation (dMPC) protocol for the protection of user funds. 

Qredo's innovative dMPC technology distributes the computational processes required for transaction signing across its network. This approach all but eliminates the risk of private key theft, one of the most significant threats to crypto investors. 

With Qredo's secure custody solutions, DitoBanx users can now securely manage their digital assets, enjoying an added layer of protection when compared to the inherent risks of using either traditional hot or cold storage wallets. 

From fintech startup to market leader 

Since its inception, DitoBanx has consistently aimed to bring financial inclusivity to unbanked and underbanked individuals across Latin America.  

The integration of Qredo's institutional-grade digital asset custody solutions into the DitoBanx ecosystem exemplifies this goal, furthering the vision of providing accessible and secure management of digital assets to all. 

PCI Pal®, the global provider of secure payment solutions, today announced it has been announced as a finalist in three categories at this year’s Payments Awards. The categories are Payments Compliance Technology of the Year, Open Banking Initiative of the Year, and Payment Technology Provider of the Year- SME.

Now in its eleventh year, the Payments Awards recognise and celebrate companies which have demonstrated excellence and innovation in the payments space.  The award nominations focus on PCI Pal’s Pay by Bank. 

Powered by open banking technology, Pay By Bank enables consumers to make secure, instant payments through their mobile banking app or online banking portal, revolutionising the payment landscape for contact centres and merchants.

Jane Goodayle, Chief Marketing Officer, PCI Pal said: “We are very proud to have been announced as a finalist in three categories at the prestigious Payments Awards 2023. The nominations focused on our latest innovation; Pay By Bank, which brings open banking payments to the contact centre and is specifically designed to enhance both the contact centre agent’s and customer’s experience.  We’re delighted to receive multiple nominations further acknowledging our dedication to innovation in the contact centre payments space.” 

The winners of the Payments Awards will be announced on 22 November 2023.

Ncontracts, the leading provider of integrated compliance and risk management solutions to the financial industry, has been named to the Inc. 5000 list for the fifth consecutive year. The company's ongoing commitment to delivering industry-leading integrated compliance and risk performance management solutions for financial institutions is demonstrated by its recognition as one of the fastest-growing companies that financial institutions can trust.

In addition to being named the No. 2,822 fastest-growing company in America, Ncontracts is also ranked in several sub-categories, including No. 170 in Financial Services, No. 66 in Tennessee and No. 41 in Nashville, where the company is based. Despite its headquarters in Nashville, the company offers both in-office and remote work environments and has grown to over 300 employees across the country.

Michael Berman, founder and CEO of Ncontracts, said, “To be named one of the nation’s fastest-growing companies for a fifth year in a row is a true testament to our team’s hard work and dedication. As the regulatory environment becomes more complex, financial institutions are investing more heavily in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) strategies. We aim to help these institutions and provide them with the tools and approach needed to remain competitive. We are thankful to our team in this effort and to our clients who continue to trust us as their partner.”

This latest announcement comes on the heels of other recent milestones, demonstrating Ncontracts’ strong and steady growth. Most recently, the company was recognized by The Tennessean as a Top Workplace for a third year, pointing to its commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace and a people-centered culture. Ncontracts was also named a 2023 Top Workplace USA and recognized by Top Workplaces for Culture Excellence in Employee Appreciation, DE&I Practices, Employee Well-Being, and Professional Development. The company was also featured on Inc. Magazine’s Annual Best Workplaces list. 

Ncontracts continues to see significant growth. Last year, the company boasted a 30% increase in revenue and the addition of 218 new customers. With more than 4,000 financial institutions, mortgage companies, and fintechs relying on Ncontracts for their risk and compliance needs, the company is well-positioned for continued growth in 2023 as the regulatory landscape becomes increasingly complex.  

Hazeltree, the leading provider of treasury and liquidity management solutions for the alternative asset management industry, today announced the appointment of Vlad Berson as its Chief Marketing Officer. Vlad brings more than 20 years of marketing leadership experience in scaling high-growth fintech companies and financial institutions.

Vlad joins from Broadridge, a global fintech leader, where he most recently served as Global Head of Marketing for Capital Markets. During his 10 years with the firm, Vlad also held the positions of Head of Marketing for Investment Management Solutions and Head of Account Based Marketing. Prior to Broadridge, Vlad was Vice President and Group Manager of Technology, Analytics and Operational Solutions Marketing at Pershing, a BNY Mellon Company. His professional experience also includes product and marketing roles at J.P. Morgan and Bear Stearns. Vlad holds a BA in electronic filmmaking and digital design from Fairleigh Dickinson University and an MBA in marketing from the NYU Stern School of Business.

“Hazeltree’s unique treasury and liquidity management solutions are more important than ever due to the rising cost of capital, high investor expectations, and demand for workflow solutions tailored to their businesses,” said Doug Haynes, Executive Chairman of Hazeltree. “Vlad’s extensive experience as a results-oriented leader brings us valuable capabilities to guide Hazeltree’s marketing efforts as we as we continue our strong growth trajectory.”

Vlad will report to Hazeltree CEO Tushar Amin and will be based in New York. He will lead Hazeltree’s marketing strategy globally.

“Vlad has the right background in leading marketing for high-growth startup and enterprise-scale B2B Fintech, SaaS, and asset management companies, delivering measurable success,” said Tushar Amin. “We are thrilled that he is joining our team.”

“Amid current market turmoil shaking the financial services landscape, alternative asset managers are realizing the value to be gained by modernizing their treasury and liquidity management systems,” said Vlad Berson, Chief Marketing Officer of Hazeltree. “I’m excited to join the leadership team to share Hazeltree’s story and cement the company’s position as the leader in treasury, liquidity, and cash management solutions for the alternative asset management industry.”

Today’s appointment of a Chief Marketing Officer follows several new executive hires at Hazeltree since 2022, including: Tushar Amin as CEO in April, 2022; Sandy Weil as Chief Revenue Officer in June, 2022; Sonia Spicehandler as Chief People Officer in August, 2022; Kevin Held as Chief Financial Officer in September, 2022; Jeremy Payne as Chief Product Officer in May, 2023; and Richard Winter as Chief Technology Officer in June, 2023.

VizyPay, a leading payment processing fintech that serves small businesses in rural America, today announces its inclusion on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing privately-owned companies in America, ranking No. 1841 with a growth rate of 305%. This marks the third year in a row that the bootstrapped company has made the prestigious list. Additionally, it is the No. 9 fastest-growing company in Des Moines and No. 10 in Iowa.  

VizyPay has propelled forward and exceeded expectations annually, becoming one of the most recognizable fintech payment processors in the industry. The company supports 354 employees, grew by 281%, surpassed $5 billion in total payments processed since its inception in 2017, and services 12,000 small businesses in rural America.  

“Our dedication to aiding rural small businesses provides us with a unique perspective and drive to be a leader building up this Silicon Prairie in the Midwest. As a result, we’ve been recognized by the Inc. 5000 three years in a row,” said VizyPay CEO and Founder Austin Mac Nab. “There is an untapped need for affordable and accessible fintech services here, and we take pride in being the ones to deliver world-class services to these people.” 

This year, the fintech has been busy streamlining services for merchants with an overhaul to its proprietary payment processing app, VizyPOS. It additionally launched a unique advisory board of leaders to guide strategic growth objectives and enhanced its product lineup with the introduction of its Dual Pricing Program that increases payment transparency for small business owners.  

“Each year, I become more impressed with the work our team has done to make VizyPay an inspiring, innovative and successful company. Each year that we are included on this list, I’m humbled with how far we’ve come,” said VizyPay Executive Sales Director Frank Pagano. “Our staff comes in every day ready to make a difference and put their best foot forward. We have an incredible group of individuals here. We work hard and we play hard – that is the VizyPay way. 

VizyPay ranked No. 918 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list and No. 45 in 2021. VizyPay also received recognition on the 2023 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list, ranking No. 85. Complete results of the Inc. 5000 can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.