Allica Bank Becomes UK’s Latest Fintech Unicorn with $1.2bn Valuation
Allica Bank acquires $155m in its Series D funding round. The bank’s valuation reaches $1.2 billion, earning unicorn status. Fund…
Checkout.com Expands Team and Diversifies Revenue Stream
Checkout.com increased staff by 15%, processing $300bn in 2025. The fintech expanded globally, emphasizing revenue diversity among partners. Leader Pousaz…
Bank Charters Reshape FinTech and Crypto Landscapes
FinTechs increasingly seek bank charters for operational independence. Bank charters offer autonomy and regulatory inclusion but entail challenges. Firms weigh…
ClearScore Ready for London IPO Despite Insta Fame
ClearScore plans IPO, favoring London over the US for its public debut. Public offering supports building trust and sharing growth…
Stablecoins Rely on Conventional Infrastructure Behind Blockchain Facade
Stablecoins often operate using conventional financial systems off-chain. U.S. regulations require stablecoin issuers to follow rigorous disclosure policies. Corporate leveraging…
eBay Injects New Investment into UK Open Banking Fintech TrueLayer
eBay Ventures strategically invests in UK fintech TrueLayer. The funding includes previous investors Stripe, Tencent, and Temasek. TrueLayer boosts eBay’s…
Copla Secures €6M to Enhance Real-Time Compliance Solutions
Copla raises €6M to boost real-time compliance solutions for financial services. New regulations demand advanced compliance tools for dynamic operational…
OwlTing Launches OwlPay Cash App Targeting $230 Billion Remittance Market
OwlTing launches OwlPay Cash for global money transfers. Initially targeting five countries, plans expansion to 26 regions. Leverages Visa Direct…
Jana Partners Demands Changes as It Invests in Fiserv
Jana Partners invests in struggling financial leader Fiserv. Fiserv open to shareholder input amidst stock performance pressure. Focus shifts towards…
Credit Unions Race to Meet Member Needs with Speed and Accuracy
Credit unions are compelled to act swiftly to retain members. Branding challenges affect younger generations' trust in credit unions. Speed…
