EML Payments Limited, a leading payment solutions provider, has partnered with Visa to offer private label digital gift cards in the US and Canada. This collaboration introduces a convenient digital gift card solution that enables customers to purchase and instantly deliver gift cards online while enjoying a safe and seamless experience. Background on EML Payments Limited and Visa EML Payments
Mollie, a leading payments company based in the Netherlands, has announced the launch of its new in-person payments solution, Mollie Terminal. The product will roll out across Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands first, with plans to expand to other European markets later this year. The launch of Mollie Terminal is an important milestone for the company and a critical part
Plenty, an innovative wealth-building platform, recently announced that it has raised $2.75 million in pre-seed capital to provide more accessible wealth-building opportunities for dual-career millennial couples who are navigating various life events. The round includes contributions from several VC firms, as well as some notable angel investors, such as Kevin Durant, Rich Kleiman’s 35V, former Wealthfront CEO Adam Nash, ex-Stripe
Checkout.com, a prominent global payments provider, has announced that it has been granted a Retail Payment Services (RPS) license from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This achievement marks a significant milestone for the company as it becomes the first global payments provider to obtain an acquiring license in the country. The license enables Checkout.com to unlock
The wealth management industry is undergoing a period of unprecedented change, fueled by the rise of wealthtech, which refers to the use of technology to modernize and streamline financial management processes. Wealthtech firms are revolutionizing the way investors manage their money and helping advisors stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. In this article, we will explore the impact of
In the world of cryptocurrency investments, on-ramping – the process of transferring fiat currency to digital assets – is a critical factor in determining the success and ease of trading for retail investors. Yield App, a digital wealth management platform that allows users to invest in cryptocurrencies easily and securely, is well aware of this fact. As a result, the
The modern world is driven by convenience and speed, and this attitude is reflected in the way we choose to pay for goods and services. Over the last decade, reliance on cash has gradually shrunk as more consumers, across all generations, choose to check out with some form of digital payment. This shift can be attributed to a combination of
Wealthtech, the subset of fintech that delivers personal finance, investment, and wealth management, has brought about an evolutionary step forward for the financial services industry. As technology continues to transform the sector, wealthtech has emerged as one of the most significant trends, offering innovative solutions for individuals and institutions to manage their wealth effectively. Wealthtech platforms are designed to deliver
Digital innovation has become a top priority for businesses worldwide, and the UK is no exception. In fact, the UK government has initiated the Hartree National Centre for Digital Innovation (HNCDI) program, which seeks to improve digital adoption across businesses, targeting funding and support for UK SMEs. Under this program, three universities have been awarded a share of funding to
Merchant payment solutions provider Alma has partnered with Numeral and BNP Paribas to automate millions of payments per year to merchants. As Alma’s merchant network continues to grow, reliable and efficient payments become increasingly crucial to their business. Numeral specializes in seamless bank integrations, faster payments, real-time data visibility, and efficient workflows for its growing European client base. BNP Paribas
Embedded finance is a burgeoning trend in Southeast Asia that is rapidly changing the banking and financial services industry. Its growth is driven by the region’s need for financial inclusion, considering that around 290 million people in the area are unbanked. The rise of embedded finance has the potential to help improve financial inclusion for those who were previously excluded
Venture capitalists have been increasingly investing in startups that have the potential to bring innovation and disruption to their respective markets. April 2022 was no exception, with 16 firms investing in ten or more US-based startups. While several firms have fallen off the investment list this year, Y Combinator and Techstars have emerged as the leading firms investing in startups,
