Fintech Lanistar names Ed Blankson as chief financial officer
Blankson, who spent several years at Tide, brings “a wealth of experience” to the role, Lanistar says.
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Banking Technology Magazine May 2023 issue out now
Cover story: EVERYTHING, EVERYWHERE… but is all at once the answer?
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: m3ter, Niro, Tembo and more
Our weekly fintech round-up for you to get the latest funding news from around the world.
US fintech funding round-up: Credora, Summer & Yelo
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the US.
Mexico’s Clara secures $60m in equity funding round led by GGV Capital
Clara has now raised a total of $160m in equity funding since it began operations over two years ago.
What the FinTech? | S.4 Episode 7 | Banking Tech Awards USA 2023 special
In this podcast episode, we’re joined by Locality Bank’s Keith Costello to discuss the Banking Tech Awards USA.
Finalists announced for PayTech Awards 2023
We are delighted to share with you the shortlist for FinTech Futures’ PayTech Awards 2023.
UK regtech Facctum appoints two senior executives
Onkar Inamdar joins as head of engineering and Syam Chintapenta as chief development officer.
Smile Identity acquires Appruve to expand across Africa
With the acquisition, Smile Identity aims to expand its reach across Ghana and francophone Africa.
Cross-border paytech PingPong Payments nabs UK EMI licence
With the licence, PingPong Payments will be able to offer its services to customers across the UK and Europe.
US savings app Super.com lands $85m in Series C fundraise
With the new funding, Super says it will scale its product and engineering resources.
UK’s FCA selects NayaOne to build and operate Digital Sandbox platform
The Digital Sandbox provides a “safe and secure” environment for companies to build and test their products.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Floodlight, Fractal and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
Financial automation start-up Clerkie bags $33m Series A
The round was led by Left Lane Capital, with participation from other investors.
Januar lands European payment licence from Danish regulator
The Danish start-up will now be able to onboard clients from across the European Economic Area (EEA).
Swiss challenger Radicant taps NetGuardians for fraud detection software
Radicant will deploy NetGuardians’ AI-led software to enhance payment protection.
Pennyworth CEO says banking authorisation is “in sight” as start-up plots growth
FinTech Futures sits down for a chat with Pennyworth’s co-founder and CEO Jeremy Takle.
What the FinTech? | S.4 Episode 6 | Fintech funding trends and the VC investment landscape
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Sarah Hinkfuss, partner at Bain Capital Ventures.
Fintech B2B Marketing Conference 2023: ChatGPT to join as live panellist
The conference, supported by FinTech Futures, will gather 150+ fintech marketers on 26 April in London.
IFGS 2023: UK has the opportunity to take the lead on tailored BNPL regulation
Klarna and Block discussed how the UK can set the tone for BNPL regulation at IFGS 2023.
Cartoon: Timing
A new cartoon illustrating how getting market timing and positioning right is key to success.
Liberty Bank launches Owners Bank for small businesses in the US
Owners Bank offers checking and savings accounts as well as digital tools for small businesses.
Credit card start-up Yonder bags £62.5m in equity and debt funding
The fresh funding gives Yonder a post-money valuation of more than £70 million.
Demystify Podcast with Antony Jenkins, 10x Banking
Antony Jenkins talks about his company 10x, its history from inception to the present day and his future vision for it.
Demystify Podcast with Paul Taylor, Thought Machine
Paul Taylor talks about his background, why he founded the business, and the journey Thought Machine has been on.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Next Gate Tech, Hakba and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
US fintech Clear Street bags additional $270m in Series B funding
The new funding takes the firm’s total Series B to $435 million following an initial $165 million raise last year.
FCA orders closure of WealthTek, joint special administrators appointed
The FCA ordered WealthTek to cease all operations last week, citing “serious regulatory and operational issues”.
UK payments start-up Ryft secures FCA licence
The company raised £1.5 million in a seed funding round last year.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Finanzguru, Spendflo & more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
Tarabut Gateway appoints Chun Ong as new chief operating officer
Ong joins from UK digital mortgage lender Molo, where he spent three years as COO.
Malaysian fintech Soft Space raises $31.5m in Series B1 funding round
The Malaysian payments platform plans to boost its global expansion and further develop its tech.
UTP Group set to acquire Wellet’s Spanish business
Launched in 2021, Wellet is a card payment app that uses similar technology to UTP Group’s Tapeeno.
Tandem Bank acquires money app Loop for undisclosed sum
Loop will continue to operate as a standalone brand and app following the acquisition.
How fintech start-ups are driving the ethical finance revolution
FinTech Futures chats with three ethical fintech firms operating in the UK.
Cartoon: Pivot
A new cartoon illustrating how consumer fintechs are having to constantly pivot to find product market fit.
India’s PhonePe calls off acquisition of BNPL firm ZestMoney
PhonePe was in talks to acquire ZestMoney for around $200 million to $300 million according to reports.
Banking Technology Magazine April 2023 issue out now
Cover story: TRANSFORMATION INTERVENTION – It’s never too late to recalibrate.
US fintech funding round-up: StellarFi, Stratyfy, Beam and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the US.
Sustainable investment fintech Clim8 shutters
Clim8 says it has been unable to secure further venture capital to fund the business.
