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WEX, Bestpass Make Tolling Easier for Over-the-Road Customers

PORTLAND, Maine–(BUSINESS WIRE)–WEX (NYSE: WEX), a leading financial technology service provider, and Bestpass, a comprehensive payment platform provider and leader in toll management solutions for commercial fleets in North America, today announced the launch of WEX Fleet Tolls powered by Bestpass. WEX Fleet Tolls powered by Bestpass gives WEX’s over-the-road (OTR) customers the option to […]

GTreasury Adds Executive Leadership Amid Surging Demand for Modern Technologies that Empower Treasurers and the Office of the CFO

Travis Arthur (Chief Marketing Officer) and Matthew Carey (Chief Revenue Officer) bring extensive experience scaling global businesses and driving growth for disruptive SaaS solutions Travis Arthur Travis Arthur joins GTreasury as Chief Marketing Officer. Matthew Carey Matthew Carey joins GTreasury as Chief Revenue Officer. CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GTreasury, a treasury and risk […]

In-vehicle payment services market to hit $10 Bn by 2028, Says Global Market Insights Inc.

Major In-vehicle payment services market participants include Daimler AG, General Motor Company, Gentex Corp, Hyundai Motor Group, Honda Motor Co., Ltd, and Harman Selbyville, Delaware, Jan. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The In-vehicle payment services market is expected to surpass USD 10 billion by 2028, as reported in a research study by Global Market Insights […]

XREX Acquires Money Services Business License from Canada’s FINTRAC

The license marks a pivotal milestone in XREX’s international expansion strategy as it seeks to serve more clients in North America and around the globe Taipei, Taiwan, Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (Blockchain Wire)   XREX acquires the Money Service Business (MSB) license from Canada as it seeks to serve more cross-border merchants and expats […]

EMQ Accelerates Real-time Cross-border Payments across Europe to Support Global Enterprises

International payments now delivered within minutes in EUR to any banks in Europe via SEPA Instant Credit Transfer HONG KONG & LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#London–Global payments network EMQ deepens its reach across Europe by adding SEPA instant credit transfer (SCT Inst) capabilities to its network. This major enhancement further extends EMQ’s network infrastructure into the high-growth markets […]

Randolph Bancorp, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Declares Quarterly and Special Cash Dividends

QUINCY, Mass., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Randolph Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNDB) Randolph Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ Global Market: RNDB), the holding company for Envision Bank (the “Bank”), today announced net income of $786,000, or $0.17 per basic share and $0.16 per diluted share, for the three months ended December 31, 2021 compared […]

Bank Indonesia Drives Country’s Real-Time Payment Ambitions with ACI Worldwide

BI-FAST—first ever national real-time payments infrastructure goes live in less than nine months MIAMI & JAKARTA, Indonesia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#ACI—Bank Indonesia (BI), Indonesia’s central bank, has launched the country’s first real-time payments infrastructure, BI-FAST, driven by ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), a leading global provider of real-time digital payment software. BI-FAST is an integral part of Indonesia’s ongoing […]

CORRECTING and REPLACING Stratton Equities Announces Partnership with Lendsmart to Expedite its Underwriting Process

Stratton Equities will underwrite loans upfront and reduce the loan origination processing times using Lendsmart’s AI underwriting platform. NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#banking–Please replace the release dated January 24, 2022 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The updated release reads: STRATTON EQUITIES ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH LENDSMART TO EXPEDITE ITS UNDERWRITING PROCESS Stratton Equities will […]

First Busey Announces 2021 Fourth Quarter Earnings

CHAMPAIGN, Ill., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Busey Corporation (Nasdaq: BUSE) Message from our Chairman & CEO Fourth Quarter 2021 Highlights: Fourth quarter 2021 net income of $29.9 million and diluted EPS of $0.53 Fourth quarter 2021 adjusted net income1 of $34.3 million and adjusted diluted EPS1 of $0.61 Full year 2021 net […]

Live Oak Bancshares, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter 2021 Results

WILMINGTON, N.C., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Live Oak Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOB) (“Live Oak” or “the Company”) today reported fourth quarter 2021 net earnings available to common shareholders of $30.1 million, or $0.66 per diluted share.   Net earnings for the year ended December 31, 2021, totaled $167.0 million, or $3.71 per diluted share. […]

Waterstone Financial, Inc. Elects New President and Executive Vice Presidents

WAUWATOSA, Wis., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) (the “Company”) announced that on January 24, 2022, William Bruss was elected President of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiary WaterStone Bank SSB (the “Bank”). Douglas Gordon will continue to lead both the Company and the Bank as Chief Executive Officer, […]

Veritex Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2021 Operating Results

DALLAS, Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Veritex Holdings, Inc. (“Veritex” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: VBTX), the holding company for Veritex Community Bank, today announced the results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2021. “We reported strong fourth quarter and 2021 results as the Texas economy continues to improve and we remained focused on […]

Obie Launches Partnership with Digital Partners, a Munich Re Company

Obie to Offer Industry-first Instant Insurance Quotes for Real Estate Investors CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Obie is partnering with Digital Partners, a Munich Re company, to provide a new, instant insurance offering. This partnership will provide landlords with the ability to obtain bindable insurance quotes for their investment properties within minutes. “Providing an instant, affordable, and transparent insurance […]

Payfactory Announces Strategic Growth Investment from Bluefin to Bring Benefits of Payfac to Software Companies

Strategic investment combines Payfac with industry-leading payment security ATLANTA & TULSA, Okla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Payfactory, a fintech payment facilitator for software platforms, has announced a growth investment from Bluefin, the recognized integrated payments leader in P2PE encryption and vaultless tokenization technologies that protect payments and sensitive data. Formed by payments industry veterans and created for and by […]

Workiva Inc. Reinforces Its Global XBRL Leadership Commitment With Acquisition of the Arelle® XBRL® Validation Platform

Workiva committed to keeping Arelle technology open-sourced, allowing organizations worldwide to continue easily reporting trustworthy, transparent data AMES, Iowa–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$WK #Acquisition—Workiva Inc. (NYSE: WK) announced today its acquisition of the Arelle® Extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL®) validation platform. As part of its definitive agreement with Mark V Systems Limited, Workiva is now the primary steward […]

Majesco Hosts Second Annual Strategic Partner Summit

Bringing system integrator partners and Majesco leadership together to share and discuss 2022 strategies and initiatives that help our customers shape the future of their business MORRISTOWN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Majesco, a global leader of cloud insurance software solution for insurance business transformation, today announced the successful completion of its second annual Strategic Partner Summit that brought […]

Bipsync Secures Strategic Investment, Welcomes Jim Kocis as Board Chairman in a Key Advisory Role

Hudson Street Ventures emerges as a key partner for the next phase of Bipsync’s growth Bipsync Logo Bipsync Logo NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bipsync, a leading financial technology provider of research management software, today announces a new strategic investment by Hudson Street Ventures, the private investment vehicle created by Jim Kocis to […]

tru.ID, the Mobile Verification Platform, Expands Passwordless Device Authentication Solution to India, Adds Local Data Residency

tru.ID launches SIM-based authentication services in India to help digital banks, FinTechs and e-commerce companies prevent identity fraud and secure transactions LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#2fa—Mobile verification platform tru.ID has launched in India to make it easy for any digital bank, FinTech or e-commerce business to implement device binding for strong user authentication, and secure payments and transactions. […]

Exceptional Client Success Brings 100% Renewal Rate for Ignite Sales Customer Engagement Platform

More 2021 Success is Realized as 53% of Clients Purchased Additional Services DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ignite Sales, Inc., the leader in retail banking customer and member engagement technology, reports that the success of its clients with its customer engagement cloud platform resulted in a 100% customer renewal rate, and 53% of customers contracting for additional services from […]

XTM Reports 99.3% of Restaurants on Its Today™ Program Continued as Going Concerns Throughout Pandemic

MIAMI & TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–XTM, Inc. (“XTM” or the “Company”) (QB: XTMIF / CSE:PAID / FSE:7XT), a Miami and Toronto-based Fintech company in the neo-banking space, providing mobile banking and payment solutions around the world, is pleased to report that the majority of the hospitality organizations that have signed-on and are using its Today™ Program for […]

CTBC Investments Selects ICE Index for CTBC Battery and Energy Storage Technology ETF

ATLANTA & NEW YORK & TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure, today announced that CTBC Investments Co., Ltd. (“CTBC Investments”) has selected the ICE FactSet® Battery and Energy Storage Technology Index for its CTBC Battery and Energy Storage Technology ETF. The ICE FactSet […]

IBN (InvestorBrandNetwork) Announces The Daily Helping Podcast Interview with Tingo Inc. CEO Dozy Mmobuosi

NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via InvestorWire — IBN (InvestorBrandNetwork), a multifaceted financial news and publishing company for private and public entities, today announces that Dozy Mmobuosi, Founder and CEO of Tingo Inc. (OTCQB: IWBB), a leading agri-fintech company, recently appeared on The Daily Helping Podcast, a series focused on providing food […]

SavvyMoney Announces $45 Million Growth Investment Led by Spectrum Equity

Fintech innovator improves the financial lives of consumers via market-leading credit score solutions SavvyMoney SavvyMoney PLEASANTON, Calif., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SavvyMoney, a fintech innovator in the consumer credit score space serving 796 financial institutions, today announced it has raised $45 million from Spectrum Equity, a leading growth equity firm. TransUnion, an existing […]

nCino Recognized as Employer of Choice for Numerous 2021 Awards

Cloud banking leader awarded several accolades for its leadership and commitment to company culture and employee satisfaction WILMINGTON, N.C., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ: NCNO), a pioneer in cloud banking and digital transformation solutions for the global financial services industry, announced today its strongest year for awards focused on employee satisfaction […]

Cantaloupe Upgrades Yoke™ Micro Market Platform

The Newly Enhanced Yoke Micro Market Solution Transforms Yoke Pay™, Yoke POS™ and Yoke Portal ™ making them more intuitive, scalable and user optimized. MALVERN, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$CTLP #AI—Cantaloupe, Inc. (Nasdaq: CTLP) (“Cantaloupe” or the “Company”), a digital payments and software services company that provides end-to-end technology solutions for the unattended retail market, today announced the […]

B2Broker Group Acquires Mauritius FSC Licence to Provide Multi-Asset Brokerage Services

MOSCOW–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#B2BX—B2Broker, a leading liquidity and technology provider of solutions to the Forex and financial services industry, has secured a licence from the Financial Services Commission (FSC) Mauritius, the company has announced. The licence has been acquired under the name of B2B Prime Services Limited, a member of the B2Broker Group of Companies, which as […]

Payfare and Cardlytics Partner to Launch Cash Back Rewards Program

Gig workers can now earn instant cash back with their Payfare cards TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$PAY #gigworkers—Payfare Inc. (TSX: PAY), a leading fintech powering instant payout and digital banking solutions for the gig workforce, today announced a new rewards program powered by Cardlytics (NASDAQ: CDLX). Payfare cardholders can now earn cash back when they shop thousands of […]

Pagaya and Visa Announce Strategic Relationship to Enable Visa’s Merchant and Issuing Bank Partners to Expand Access to Credit

Pivotal relationship highlights Pagaya’s and Visa’s commitment to driving incremental growth for retailers and financial institution partners at scale NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pagaya, a global technology company building artificial intelligence infrastructure for the financial ecosystem, and Visa, a world leader in digital payments, facilitating more than 160 billion payments transactions worldwide1, announced a strategic relationship that […]

Capital City Bank Group, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Capital City Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCBG) today reported net income of $6.4 million, or $0.38 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2021 compared to net income of $10.1 million, or $0.60 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2021, and $7.7 million, or […]

LeaseLock Hits $3 Billion in Leases Insured

Insurtech increases housing accessibility for renters by replacing deposits across portfolios LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LeaseLock, the world’s leading insurtech provider for real estate, today announced a milestone achievement of $3 billion in leases insured for residential apartment homes. The milestone comes after the company experienced 400% growth in homes on platform over 2021, signaling accelerated industry […]

Non-Agriculture Smart Irrigation Controllers Market increase at a CAGR of 12.8% by 2031 – Comprehensive Research Report by FMI

Non-Agriculture Smart Irrigation Controllers Market – Analysis, Outlook, Growth, Trends, Forecasts DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to the non-agriculture smart irrigation controllers industry analysis by Future Market Insights (FMI), the demand registered in the market will increase at a CAGR of 12.8% from 2021-2031. Non-Agriculture Smart Irrigation Controllers Market Value Base year […]

New Study Finds More Than 60% of Adult Women in the U.S. Experience Urinary Incontinence

IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Axonics, Inc. (Nasdaq: AXNX), a global medical technology company that is developing and commercializing novel products for the treatment of bladder and bowel dysfunction, today highlighted the publication of a new study that provides updated estimates of urinary incontinence (UI) prevalence in the U.S. The study, titled “Updated Prevalence of Urinary Incontinence in […]

Square Announces Official Launch in Spain After Successful Early Access Programme

Starting today, Spanish entrepreneurs will have access to Square’s wide range of software, hardware and payment solutions to help them start, run or grow their businesses Square’s Early Access Programme, which started in September 2021, allowed Spanish businesses to test Square’s integrated omnichannel solutions MADRID–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Square, the company specialising in software, payments, and hardware solutions […]

Square Announces Official Launch in Spain After Successful Early Access Programme

Starting today, Spanish entrepreneurs will have access to Square’s wide range of software, hardware and payment solutions to help them start, run or grow their businesses Square’s Early Access Programme, which started in September 2021, allowed Spanish businesses to test Square’s integrated omnichannel solutions MADRID–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Square, the company specialising in software, payments, and hardware solutions […]

The global digital payment market size is projected to grow from USD 89.1 billion in 2021 to USD 180.4 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 15.2%

during the forecast period. Major growth factors for the market include worldwide initiatives for the promotion of digital payments, high proliferation of smartphones enabling mCommerce growth, increase in eCommerce sales, and growth in internet penetration. New York, Jan. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report “Digital Payment Market by Component, […]

Temenos Announces Infinity Digital for Salesforce to Combine Enhanced Customer Engagement With Industry Leading Banking Platform

Infinity Digital for Salesforce integrates with Salesforce Financial Services Cloud to help banks deliver smoother onboarding, origination and servicing experiences across all touchpoints SAN FRANCISCO & GENEVA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Temenos (SIX: TEMN), the banking software company, today announced the availability of Infinity Digital for Salesforce that brings together the worlds of CRM, assisted channels and digital channels […]

Minko Goes Live With Scienaptic’s AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#AI–Leading AI-powered credit decisioning disruptor, Scienaptic announced that Minko has completed a new implementation and is now live on its platform. This unique implementation will facilitate stronger credit decisions and help micro small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) gain easy access to credit for ultra-short durations ranging from seven to 30 days at the […]

Stratton Equities Chooses Lendsmart to Expedite its Underwriting Process

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#banking—Lendsmart, an AI-driven digital lending platform, today announced its partnership with Stratton Equities, the leading Nationwide Direct Hard Money and NON-QM Lender that specializes in fast and flexible lending processes for borrowers with real estate investment properties. Stratton Equities is integrating with Lendsmart’s AI-powered underwriting platform to underwrite loans upfront and reduce the […]

Southern Missouri Bancorp Reports Preliminary Results for Second Quarter of Fiscal 2022; Declares Quarterly Dividend Of $0.20 Per Common Share; Conference Call Scheduled for Tuesday, January 25, At 9:30am Central Time

Poplar Bluff, MO, Jan. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Poplar Bluff, Missouri – Southern Missouri Bancorp, Inc. (“Company”) (NASDAQ: SMBC), the parent corporation of Southern Bank (“Bank”), today announced preliminary net income for the second quarter of fiscal 2022 of $12.0 million, a decrease of $63,000, or 0.5%, as compared to the same period of […]

Greene County Bancorp, Inc. Reports $14.0 Million in Net Income for the Six Months Ended December 31, 2021 and Total Securities Cross the $1 Billion Threshold

CATSKILL, N.Y., Jan. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Greene County Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GCBC), the holding company for The Bank of Greene County and its subsidiary Greene County Commercial Bank, today reported net income for the three and six months ended December 31, 2021, which is the second quarter of the Company’s fiscal […]