Monzo has reportedly achieved the highest customer satisfaction among UK banks, outperforming competitors such as Chase, Nationwide, and Starling, according to a YouGov survey.

• Sources: finextra

Atom bank has introduced a new tax-efficient Easy Access ISA, expanding its range of savings products.

• Sources: finextra

Atom bank has introduced a new tax-efficient Easy Access ISA, expanding its range of savings products.

• Sources: finextra

Atom bank has introduced a new tax-efficient Easy Access ISA, expanding its range of savings products.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank is enhancing its business banking services in anticipation of new digital tax regulations from HMRC.

• Sources: finextra

Ripple has announced a stablecoin collaboration pact involving Webbank, Gemini, and Mastercard, focusing on advancements in the stablecoin ecosystem.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform, Engine, has secured its largest deal to date with Canada’s Tangerine Bank, a digital-only subsidiary of Scotiabank.

• Sources: finextra

YouLend and Tide are expanding their embedded finance partnership into Germany, aiming to provide flexible financing options to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region.

• Sources: finextra

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Binance has introduced QR code payment functionality in Argentina, enabling users to make purchases using cryptocurrencies at various merchants.

• Sources: finextra

Monzo has appointed former Google executive Layfield as its new CEO, succeeding Anil.

• Sources: finextra

Binance has launched QR payment services in Argentina, expanding its payment offerings in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Binance has introduced QR payment functionality for its users in Argentina.

• Sources: finextra

Western Union has announced its intention to launch a stablecoin, marking its entry into the digital currency market.

• Sources: finextra

A video article explores the ongoing ‘new industrial revolution’ and the competitive drive towards developing explainable and relevant artificial intelligence.

• Sources: finextra

Wix merchants are set to integrate with PayPal’s Agentic Commerce solution, expanding the reach of PayPal’s commerce offerings.

• Sources: pymnts

PayPal is utilizing Nvidia’s open models to accelerate the development and time-to-market of its artificial intelligence solutions.

• Sources: pymnts

Elliptic has joined Circle’s Arc testnet, a regulated market infrastructure designed for digital assets.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank has launched a new AI-powered tool aimed at enhancing its capabilities for monitoring and detecting scams.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal is integrating its wallet services directly into ChatGPT, allowing users to manage payments and transactions within the AI platform.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank has launched a new AI-powered tool designed to enhance its scam monitoring capabilities and better protect customers from financial fraud.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank has launched a new AI-powered tool aimed at enhancing its capabilities for monitoring and detecting financial scams.

• Sources: finextra

Bunq has secured a US broker-dealer license, enabling the company to expand its operations and offerings into the American market.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has integrated Mastercard Agent Pay into its digital wallet, allowing users to access services offered through Mastercard’s agent network.

• Sources: finextra

Former President Trump has issued a pardon for Binance founder Changpeng Zhao.

• Sources: finextra

A major investor in Revolut is reportedly re-evaluating its investment strategy, shifting its focus towards supporting existing portfolio companies rather than pursuing new deals.

• Sources: pymnts

Zepz, the parent company of WorldRemit and Sendwave, has launched a new stablecoin-backed wallet.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has partnered with Rokt to enhance its post-purchase experience by powering personalized offers for customers after they complete a transaction.

• Sources: finextra

Zepz has launched a new digital wallet that is backed by stablecoins.

• Sources: finextra

Zepz has launched a new stablecoin-backed wallet, marking an expansion into digital asset services for its users.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: pymnts

Tink and SplitWise have extended their European partnership, continuing their collaboration to enhance financial services in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has secured a banking license in Mexico, marking a significant step in its expansion into the Latin American market.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

• Sources: pymnts

• Sources: finextra

MoonPay has launched a new crypto commerce platform, providing businesses with tools to accept cryptocurrency payments and manage digital assets.

• Sources: finextra

MoonPay has launched a new crypto commerce platform designed to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions for businesses and consumers.

• Sources: finextra

A blog post highlights the top 10 fintech software development companies recognized for leading the technological revolution in 2025.

• Sources: finextra

MoonPay has officially launched its new crypto commerce platform.

• Sources: finextra

Monzo has introduced a new built-in tax filing tool, allowing users to prepare and submit their tax returns directly through the banking app.

• Sources: finextra

Circle K and Car IQ have introduced a new mobile application designed for fleet operators, aiming to streamline operations and payments for commercial vehicles.

• Sources: pymnts

Wise has obtained a retail payments licence in the UAE, enabling the company to offer its services in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Tide, a financial platform for SMEs, is establishing a new technology centre in Lithuania to expand its operational capabilities.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is reportedly facing additional delays in securing its UK banking license, while also expanding its offerings through the acquisition of an AI travel agent.

• Sources: finextra

Bunq has partnered with Ascenda to enhance its premium rewards program for users.

• Sources: finextra

LemFi has launched an AI-powered “send now, pay later” service, enabling users to send money instantly and repay the amount at a later date.

• Sources: finextra

Wise is set to introduce a new travel card in India, expanding its product offerings in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Binance Japan and PayPay have announced a strategic alliance focused on digital assets, aiming to collaborate on new initiatives in the sector.

• Sources: finextra

Google is onboarding financial services firms to its new Gemini Enterprise agentic platform.

• Sources: finextra

Atom, a digital bank, has officially opened its new headquarters located in Newcastle.

• Sources: finextra, finextra

Ebix Cash has partnered with Banking Circle to enhance its cross-border payment services.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is preparing for its launch in India, expanding its global presence into the country’s fintech market.

• Sources: finextra

Banking Circle has partnered with EbixCash to simplify cross-border payment processes, specifically targeting Indian students and travelers.

• Sources: finextra

Nikolay Storonsky, CEO of Revolut, has reportedly changed his residency from the United Kingdom to the United Arab Emirates.

• Sources: finextra

Monzo is reportedly considering reapplying for a US banking license, according to the Financial Times.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has launched a new program offering cashback rewards on its Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) purchases, aiming to incentivize usage of its installment payment service.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: pymnts

• Sources: finextra

Consumer group Which? has identified Revolut as the UK’s worst firm for fraud complaints for the second consecutive year, based on its latest findings.

• Sources: finextra

Ignyte and Binance have announced the formation of a new blockchain alliance specifically targeting the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

• Sources: finextra

Huma and Arf have joined the Circle Payments Network, integrating their services to leverage Circle’s payment infrastructure.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal’s Honey is set to integrate new agentic commerce features into its platform by Black Friday, aiming to enhance the shopping experience for users.

• Sources: pymnts

• Sources: pymnts, finextra

PayPal has announced a $100 million spending commitment to expand its operations and services across the Middle East and Africa region.

• Sources: finextra

Circle experienced an 11% decline in value amid ongoing market discussions and debates concerning stablecoin refunds.

• Sources: pymnts

PayPal announced a $100 million investment commitment aimed at expanding its operations and presence across the Middle East and Africa.

• Sources: finextra

Bunq has expanded its cryptocurrency services by launching EU-wide crypto staking, allowing users across the European Union to earn rewards on their digital assets.

• Sources: finextra

ING’s digital asset lead has suggested that a Euro stablecoin could significantly transform the music industry by facilitating tokenized royalty payments.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has announced a $100 million investment aimed at expanding digital commerce initiatives across the Middle East and Africa.

• Sources: pymnts

PayPal has agreed to sell $7 billion of its Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) loan portfolio to Blue Owl Capital, a transaction aimed at optimizing its balance sheet.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has invested in Stable, a layer 1 blockchain, signaling its continued engagement with blockchain technology.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has announced a commitment to invest £3 billion in the UK market.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is actively exploring options to obtain a banking license in the United States.

• Sources: pymnts

• Sources: finextra, finextra

Nvidia has reportedly invested £2 billion into the UK’s artificial intelligence ecosystem, with beneficiaries including fintech firm Revolut and AI startup Nscale.

• Sources: finextra, finextra

Mukuru has partnered with MoneyGram to enhance fintech-powered cross-border payment services across the African continent.

• Sources: finextra

Google is integrating its Gemini AI into its browser, transforming it into an AI assistant.

• Sources: pymnts

• Sources: finextra

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MoonPay, a Web3 infrastructure company, acquired Meso, a startup founded by former PayPal executives, integrating its team to enhance MoonPay’s blockchain payment solutions.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has launched a new feature allowing users to send money and cryptocurrencies to others through shareable peer-to-peer links, streamlining the transfer process.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank has introduced a refreshed visual identity along with new money management tools for its users.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut reported a 46% increase in revenue as it actively seeks new investors.

• Sources: pymnts

Thunes has expanded its real-time payment services to Saudi Arabia, enabling faster and more efficient cross-border transactions for businesses and consumers in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank is set to invest $50 million to launch its banking-as-a-service platform, Engine, in the Americas, appointing Jody Bhagat to lead this strategic expansion.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has enhanced its peer-to-peer (P2P) payment services by introducing “PayPal Links,” allowing users to easily send and receive money.

• Sources: pymnts

Aleo has been integrated into Binance Alpha, indicating a new collaboration or listing on the platform.

• Sources: finextra

Gemini has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $28 per share.

• Sources: finextra

Remitly has launched a new membership option for its customers.

• Sources: finextra

Franklin Templeton has engaged Binance to assist with its digital asset infrastructure development.

• Sources: finextra

Wise Platform has secured a partnership with Upworks to integrate its international payment services, aiming to enhance cross-border transaction capabilities for Upworks users.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has introduced a new ‘Pay by Bank’ open banking tool, integrating it into its payments gateway to allow customers to make direct payments from their bank accounts.

• Sources: pymnts, finextra

Fireblocks and Circle have formed a strategic partnership to collaborate on stablecoin initiatives.

• Sources: finextra

Digital bank Bunq announced it has reached 20 million users, coinciding with its 10th anniversary.

• Sources: finextra

Thunes, a global B2B payments platform, has expanded its operations into Morocco, aiming to enhance cross-border payment services for businesses and individuals in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE for a payments services license, marking a significant step towards offering its financial services in the United Arab Emirates.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts, finextra

Paytrie has integrated with the Circle Payments Network, expanding its service capabilities.

• Sources: finextra

Plum has launched a new money management co-pilot, leveraging Google’s Gemini AI technology.

• Sources: finextra

Irish banks are collaborating to develop a new mobile peer-to-peer (P2P) payments system, aiming to compete with the growing market share of fintech companies like Revolut.

• Sources: pymnts, finextra, finextra

Wise is expanding its operational footprint by taking on additional office space in Austin.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal is providing its users with early access to the Perplexity AI browser, integrating advanced AI capabilities for its customer base.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has appointed a former Société Générale executive to serve as its Western Europe Chair.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has selected Nova Credit to enhance its cash flow underwriting capabilities for users in the U.S.

• Sources: finextra

Gemini has launched a new suite of products for its users across Europe.

• Sources: finextra

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• Sources: finextra

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has filed for an Initial Public Offering (IPO), targeting a valuation of $2.1 billion.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

PayPal-backed company Kite has successfully raised $18 million in funding to advance its work on the Agentic Web.

• Sources: pymnts

Google is enhancing its Gemini AI tool, aiming to develop it into a comprehensive artificial intelligence solution.

• Sources: pymnts

Wise is reportedly considering applying for a banking license in the UK, which would expand its financial service offerings.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts, [pymnts](https://www.pymnts.com/news/banking/2025/wise-considers-beco ming-bank-united-kingdom/), pymnts

PayPal is encountering significant payment disruptions in Germany after several banks reportedly halted transactions due to security concerns.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is reportedly preparing for a secondary share sale that could value the fintech company at $75 billion.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

• Sources: finextra

Revolut and Monzo have launched new interest-bearing savings accounts tailored for children, increasing competition in the youth banking market.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is reportedly considering hiring advisers to explore a potential banking acquisition in the United States.

• Sources: pymnts

Gemini has launched its crypto staking service in the UK, enabling users to earn rewards on their digital assets.

• Sources: finextra

Finastra and Circle have partnered to integrate stablecoin settlement capabilities into cross-border payment solutions.

• Sources: finextra

Ripple and Circle have jointly invested in Tazapay, a cross-border payments platform.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

Mastercard and Circle have expanded their stablecoin partnership to the Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) region.

• Sources: finextra

N26 has appointed a former central banker as its new chair, a strategic move aimed at addressing investor concerns.

• Sources: finextra

Gemini has launched its staking services for cryptocurrency in the United Kingdom.

• Sources: finextra

Gemini has launched its staking services for users in the United Kingdom.

• Sources: finextra

Gemini has launched its staking services for users in the United Kingdom.

• Sources: finextra

Yaspa has appointed Renuka Rawlins, previously an executive at Revolut, as its new head of policy and public affairs.

• Sources: finextra

The Dutch central bank has imposed a fine on bunq due to identified shortcomings in the digital bank’s anti-money laundering (AML) procedures.

• Sources: finextra

Gemini has expanded its services into the UK market by launching a new staking offering for its users.

• Sources: finextra

Australian authorities have mandated an audit of Binance due to concerns regarding its anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.

• Sources: finextra

Wise has achieved full integration with the Philippines’ local payment systems, enhancing its services in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Energoatom’s supervisory board has dismissed Petro Kotin from his role as the company’s head.

• Sources: com

Crypto exchange Kraken has acquired Capitalise.ai, an AI-powered trading automation and analytics platform, to enhance its trading capabilities for advanced users.

• Sources: finextra

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has secured a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license, enabling it to offer regulated crypto services across the European Union.

• Sources: finextra

Crypto exchange Kraken has acquired Capitalise.ai, an AI-powered trading automation platform, to enhance its trading experience and offer advanced tools to its clients.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank has acquired Ember, an accounting software provider, to enhance its business banking services and offer integrated financial management tools to its SME customers.

• Sources: finextra

Circle has acquired Informal’s Consensus engine, a move aimed at enhancing its technological capabilities.

• Sources: finextra

N26 co-founder Maximilian Tayenthal has reportedly stepped down from his CEO role following disagreements with investors.

• Sources: finextra

Monzo, a UK-based digital bank, is expanding its services to offer mobile phone plans to its customers, becoming the latest financial institution to enter the telecommunications market.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has reportedly filed to go public, signaling a potential initial public offering (IPO) for the company.

• Sources: finextra

Payoneer and Stripe have partnered to enhance cross-border checkout solutions, specifically targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

• Sources: finextra

PayPal and Circle have made a strategic investment in Mesh, a crypto firm specializing in digital asset transfer and on-ramp/off-ramp solutions.

• Sources: finextra, finextra

Digital bank N26 is undergoing a leadership overhaul, reportedly due to pressure from regulators.

• Sources: pymnts, finextra, finextra

Crypto firm Mesh has secured investments from PayPal, Coinbase, and Circle.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: pymnts

Google has partnered with Wise to improve the accessibility of remittance services for users.

• Sources: finextra

Monzo has achieved the top position in a recent ranking of UK banks and challenger institutions.

• Sources: finextra

Payoneer is utilizing Citi’s blockchain technology to streamline its intracompany money transfers.

• Sources: finextra

Aleo Network has announced a partnership with financial super app Revolut.

• Sources: finextra

A new blockchain payments startup, founded by former Revolut and Wise employees, has successfully raised $3 million in funding.

• Sources: finextra

Payoneer has adopted Citi Token Services to streamline and enhance its global intracompany transfers, leveraging blockchain-based solutions for improved efficiency.

• Sources: pymnts

Structured data is revolutionizing CFOs’ financial forecasting and strategic decision-making processes, enabling a shift from traditional, often manual, approaches to more data-driven insights.

• Sources: pymnts

Western Union has announced its intention to acquire Intermex, a move expected to expand its global money transfer services.

• Sources: finextra

Ontop has partnered with Thunes to offer freelancers and remote workers real-time access to their earnings.

• Sources: finextra

Paxos has agreed to a $48.5 million settlement with New York authorities over alleged anti-money laundering (AML) failures linked to its past relationship with Binance.

• Sources: finextra, finextra

Binance has launched a new service enabling European users to withdraw cryptocurrencies directly to their Mastercard debit and credit cards.

• Sources: finextra

Binance has partnered with BBVA to enable customers to hold their cryptocurrency assets off-exchange, according to reports.

• Sources: finextra

Paxos has agreed to a $48.5 million settlement with New York authorities regarding anti-money laundering (AML) failures linked to its past dealings with Binance.

• Sources: finextra, finextra

Corpay, a FLEETCOR company, has partnered with Circle to enable its clients to use Circle’s USDC stablecoin for cross-border payments, aiming to provide a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional methods.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

Tide, a UK-based financial platform for small businesses, has launched a new cashback rewards program that allows its members to earn up to 10% cashback on everyday business spending.

• Sources: finextra

VEON expects to list its Ukrainian subsidiary, Kyivstar, on NASDAQ shortly after a Cohen Circle shareholders’ meeting scheduled for August 12.

• Sources: com

Tide has launched a new cashback rewards program tailored for small businesses, offering incentives on their spending.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: pymnts, finextra

Crypto.com has partnered with Plaid to enable instant fiat-to-crypto asset transfers for its users, aiming to streamline the process of funding cryptocurrency accounts.

• Sources: finextra

Remitly has launched a new wallet specifically designed to facilitate cross-border payments using stablecoins, aiming to enhance the efficiency of international money transfers.

• Sources: finextra

Software Circle has completed the acquisition of an Irish artificial intelligence fintech company, expanding its portfolio in the financial technology sector.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: finextra

A company founded by a Revolut alumnus has extended its Seed funding round to €6.3 million, with plans to expand its payments network.

• Sources: finextra

A revaluation of Starling Bank has led to a positive impact on the share performance of Chrysalis.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is reportedly exploring the acquisition of a U.S. bank to secure a federal banking license, aiming to expand its presence in the American market.

• Sources: pymnts

OpenPay has partnered with cryptocurrency exchange Kraken to facilitate instant fiat currency movements for its users.

• Sources: finextra

EzyRemit is collaborating with Thunes to enhance and scale its cross-border payment services.

• Sources: finextra

Western Union, Zoona, and Chipper Cash have launched new international money transfer services.

• Sources: finextra

Western Union is exploring the integration of stablecoins and artificial intelligence to enhance the efficiency of its cross-border payment operations.

• Sources: pymnts

Trovata, a cash management platform, has acquired Atom, a treasury management system, to expand its product offerings.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has introduced a new ‘Pay with Crypto’ feature, enabling users to utilize cryptocurrencies for their purchases.

• Sources: finextra

FIS announced its integration with Circle, enabling businesses to accept and make payments using the USDC stablecoin.

• Sources: finextra

Reports indicate a disagreement between Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey and Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves regarding Revolut’s application for a UK banking license.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has launched a new initiative designed to provide financial independence for individuals aged 16-17.

• Sources: finextra

Safaricom and PayPal have partnered to link accounts, enabling M-Pesa users in Kenya to transfer funds between their mobile money and PayPal accounts.

• Sources: finextra

Visa is positioning itself to lead the agentic AI commerce revolution, exploring how artificial intelligence can transform payment experiences and unlock new commercial opportunities.

• Sources: pymnts

Revolut has initiated a significant recruitment drive across Western Europe, aiming to expand its workforce in the region.

• Sources: finextra

Zepz, the parent company of WorldRemit and Remitly, announced its adoption of USDC, a stablecoin, to enhance its cross-border payment services.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal is set to enable cross-border merchants to utilize cryptocurrency for payments, expanding its digital payment options.

• Sources: pymnts

Wise shareholders have approved the company’s plan to move its stock listing to the United States.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal announced plans to create 100 new artificial intelligence and data science jobs at its Dublin office, expanding its technology footprint in Ireland.

• Sources: finextra

Moneygram has announced new appointments to its board of directors.

• Sources: finextra

Energoatom has received renewed licenses for the operation of its nuclear power plants and the Centralized Spent Fuel Storage Facility.

• Sources: com

Etihad Guest, the loyalty program of Etihad Airways, has integrated with Revolut’s points program, allowing Revolut customers to convert their points into Etihad Guest Miles.

• Sources: finextra

Ukraine is considering Draft Law No. 13463-1, a legislative initiative aimed at simplifying regulations for personal aviation, which could potentially stimulate the growth and accessibility of private air travel within the country.

• Sources: com

Wix has expanded its partnership with PayPal, aiming to enhance payment processing and financial services for businesses utilizing the Wix e-commerce platform.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has announced a new integration that will allow its users to connect with various domestic digital wallets worldwide, expanding its global reach and payment options.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

Wise’s proposed US relisting plan is reportedly encountering resistance from its co-founder and several proxy advisory firms.

• Sources: finextra

A co-founder of Monzo and Starling Bank has made an investment in UK fintech startup Monet.

• Sources: finextra

The article explores how fintech companies Wise and Revolut are evolving their business models beyond their core money transfer services to encompass a broader range of financial offerings.

• Sources: finextra

Monzo has migrated its investment accounts to Seccl, a platform that provides investment infrastructure, marking a significant operational change for the digital bank’s investment services.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal has launched new AI-powered scam alerts designed to help protect users from fraudulent activities and enhance security on its platform.

• Sources: finextra

N26 has launched a new travel eSIM service, allowing its customers to access mobile data plans while abroad.

• Sources: finextra

Wise’s shares experienced a decline after the company’s first-quarter earnings report fell short of analysts’ forecasts.

• Sources: finextra

eToro has partnered with BridgeWise to introduce an AI-powered portfolio, providing users with advanced investment insights and tools.

• Sources: finextra

Wise’s shares experienced a decline after the company’s Q1 earnings report fell short of analysts’ forecasts.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank is reportedly considering expansion into the US market, potentially including a listing on the New York Stock Exchange.

• Sources: pymnts, finextra

Kraken has launched a new US-regulated derivatives offering, expanding its product suite for American customers.

• Sources: finextra

OKX has integrated with PayPal to enable users to conduct cross-border cryptocurrency trades.

• Sources: finextra

MoonPay has integrated Revolut Pay as a payment option, allowing users to purchase cryptocurrencies directly using their Revolut accounts.

• Sources: finextra

Ukraine’s Energoatom has agreed with Holtec International to build a Small Modular Reactor (SMR) plant and spent nuclear fuel containers in Ukraine using Holtec’s technology.

• Sources: com

The FinTech IPO Index saw a 1.7% increase, with news regarding Ant Group’s support for Circle being a contributing factor.

• Sources: pymnts

Binance has introduced Sharia Earn, a new product designed to align with Islamic banking principles.

• Sources: finextra

Binance has introduced Sharia Earn, a new token product designed to comply with Islamic banking principles.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is reportedly planning to raise $1 billion to support its global expansion initiatives.

• Sources: pymnts, finextra

Wise has been fined $4.2 million by multiple US states due to deficiencies in its anti-money laundering (AML) compliance programs.

• Sources: finextra

Energoatom and Westinghouse have finalized agreements for the production of nuclear fuel in Ukraine using American technology at the URC facility.

• Sources: com

Revolut has introduced a new service enabling its customers to send money directly to users in China through Alipay.

• Sources: finextra

Circle and OKX are collaborating to deepen liquidity for the USDC stablecoin.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has introduced new investment options for its users, including Stocks and Shares ISAs and access to Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).

• Sources: finextra

Monzo Bank has been issued a £21 million fine by regulators due to identified failings in its anti-money laundering (AML) controls.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts, finextra

A startup founded by former employees of Monzo has successfully raised $13 million in funding to develop an AI chatbot technology.

• Sources: finextra

The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined Monzo £21 million for historical failings in its anti-money laundering (AML) systems and controls.

• Sources: pymnts, finextra

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: pymnts, finextra

Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, has applied for national trust bank status in the United States.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has partnered with the NBA to launch co-branded payment cards designed for basketball fans.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: pymnts

Revolut is reportedly planning to acquire Banco Cetelem, a small bank in Argentina, as part of its expansion efforts in Latin America.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank is reportedly exploring the acquisition of a bank in the United States as part of its expansion strategy.

• Sources: finextra

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has been granted a virtual asset service provider (VASP) registration by the Central Bank of Ireland.

• Sources: finextra

Kraken has launched a new all-in-one global money application.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank is reportedly exploring various options for expanding its operations into the United States market.

• Sources: pymnts

Fiserv and PayPal have announced a partnership aimed at linking their respective stablecoin payment systems.

• Sources: thepaypers

Revolut has appointed Antoine Cossa-Dumurgier as the Chief Executive Officer of its new Western European headquarters.

• Sources: finextra

Contactless payments are becoming increasingly essential in the retail sector, evolving from a convenience into a necessary capability for businesses to compete effectively.

• Sources: pymnts

• Sources: finextra

The FinTech IPO Index declined overall, influenced by drops in platform companies, despite a notable 70% surge in Circle’s stock.

• Sources: pymnts

Ukreximbank has stopped providing instant money transfer services via Western Union and MoneyGram.

• Sources: com

Revolut is reportedly exploring the potential launch of its own stablecoin.

• Sources: thepaypers

The FinTech IPO Index recently declined, despite a reported 70% surge by Circle, as platform companies experienced drops.

• Sources: pymnts

• Sources: finextra

Kraken has partnered with Alpaca to broaden access to cryptocurrency trading services for financial institutions.

• Sources: thepaypers

VVS Finance has launched its Auto Harvest feature, designed to provide DeFi yield directly to Crypto.com prepaid cardholders.

• Sources: thepaypers

Wise Platform and Lunar are partnering to enhance cross-border payment services in the Nordic region.

• Sources: thepaypers

Revolut has introduced an AI-powered financial assistant designed to help users manage their finances.

• Sources: thepaypers

VVS Finance has launched Auto Harvest, a new feature aimed at providing DeFi yield directly to Crypto.com prepaid cardholders.

• Sources: thepaypers

Jingle Pay has announced a partnership with Western Union to enable cross-border payment services.

• Sources: thepaypers

Lemfi has acquired Pillar to enhance its service offerings and provide credit cards tailored for immigrants in the UK.

• Sources: thepaypers

Experian announced that Monzo has joined its Support Hub platform.

• Sources: finextra

Zūm Rails and Western Union Canada have partnered to enable real-time cross-border payment services.

• Sources: thepaypers, finextra

OpenPayd and Circle are collaborating to offer a payment network that integrates both fiat and stablecoin transactions.

• Sources: thepaypers

Cryptocurrency exchanges Gemini and Coinbase are expected to receive licenses to operate within the European Union under the MiCA regulation.

• Sources: thepaypers

Jingle Pay has partnered with Western Union to enhance cross-border remittance services, facilitating international money transfers for users.

• Sources: finextra

LemFi has acquired Pillar to expand its credit services offering specifically targeting immigrants.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal is introducing a new feature that allows consumers to make purchases directly from online advertisements.

• Sources: pymnts

Fintech IPOs experienced a 3.7% surge, highlighted by Circle’s rally and Chime joining the Nasdaq.

• Sources: pymnts

London Tech Week 2025 is set to highlight the United Kingdom’s advancements and focus on the AI revolution within the tech sector.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal is expanding the availability of its stablecoin, PYUSD, by bringing it to the Stellar Network.

• Sources: finextra

Matera is partnering with Circle to integrate the USDC stablecoin into its platform, aiming to facilitate stablecoin payments for businesses in Brazil.

• Sources: finextra

Selfbook and PayPal have partnered to enhance hotel payment processing and integrate AI technology.

• Sources: thepaypers

Binance has launched a new AI-powered feature designed to enhance its application interface.

• Sources: finextra

Saudi Arabian finance application tiqmo has joined the global Moneygram network.

• Sources: finextra

Selfbook has chosen PayPal as its partner for agentic commerce initiatives.

• Sources: finextra

A commentary discusses how the widespread adoption of digital wallets is fundamentally altering consumer payment habits and the underlying payment infrastructure.

• Sources: finextra

Atome, a buy now, pay later platform, has secured USD 75 million in financing from Lending Ark Asia Environmental Debt Fund to support its expansion initiatives.

• Sources: thepaypers

Starling Bank has launched a new AI-powered tool called ‘Spending Intelligence’ designed to provide customers with deeper insights into their spending habits.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut is reportedly exploring potential expansion opportunities within the Israeli market.

• Sources: thepaypers

Following Circle’s successful initial public offering, several issuers have reportedly filed applications for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) related to the company.

• Sources: pymnts

Buy Now, Pay Later platform Atome has secured USD 75 million in funding from Lending Ark Asia Investment Fund to support its ongoing expansion efforts.

• Sources: [thepaypers](https://thepaypers.com/online-mobile-banking/atome-raises-usd-75-million-from-lending-ark to-fuel-its-expansion—1274013)

• Sources: thepaypers

Circle’s shares reportedly saw a strong performance on their debut on the New York Stock Exchange.

• Sources: finextra

The Post Office has announced a partnership with Western Union to provide money transfer services.

• Sources: thepaypers

Cryptocurrency platform Gemini has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO).

• Sources: pymnts

Mastercard and PayPal have announced a partnership aimed at providing consumers with more payment options and flexibility during the online checkout process.

• Sources: finextra

UK fintech company Wise is planning to move its primary stock listing from London to the United States, specifically New York.

• Sources: thepaypers, finextra

PayPal has introduced a new physical credit card that can be used for both online and in-store transactions.

• Sources: thepaypers

Circle raised USD 1.1 billion in an upsized initial public offering related to its stablecoin operations.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal launched a new physical credit card designed for use in both online and brick-and-mortar stores.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal has launched a physical credit card designed for both online and in-store purchases.

• Sources: thepaypers

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has partnered with Ivy to offer banking solutions tailored for crypto users.

• Sources: thepaypers

BridgeWise has launched SignalWise, a new market intelligence tool designed to provide insights.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

Thunes has secured money transmission licenses across 50 US states and territories.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

Revolut has launched its own network of ATMs in Spain.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers, finextra

Mastercard and PayPal have partnered to enhance checkout options available to shoppers.

• Sources: thepaypers

EPI has partnered with Revolut to extend the reach of the European digital wallet Wero.

• Sources: finextra, finextra

A report indicates that Circle’s initial public offering (IPO) is anticipated to price above its previously marketed range.

• Sources: pymnts

Wise has received In-Principle Approval to operate as a cross-border payment aggregator in India.

• Sources: thepaypers

Thunes has expanded its direct global network to include Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, enhancing payment capabilities across the Scandinavian corridor.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

Circle is reportedly targeting a valuation of USD 7.2 billion for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) in the United States.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal is reportedly set to issue a physical credit card.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has joined the European Payments Initiative (EPI).

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

PayPal has become an acquirer in Brazil.

• Sources: thepaypers

UK digital bank Monzo has reportedly surpassed the £1 billion revenue milestone.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts

UK fintech Tide is reportedly targeting a valuation that would grant it unicorn status, aiming to reach $1 billion.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

RedotPay has entered into a partnership agreement with Circle Payment Network.

• Sources: thepaypers

Banking Circle gained direct access to the Swiss Interbank Clearing (SIC) system, aiming to enhance its European payment capabilities.

• Sources: thepaypers, finextra

Stablecoin issuer Circle is reportedly upsizing its planned IPO, seeking a valuation of $7.2 billion.

• Sources: pymnts

Circle’s co-founder is reportedly shifting focus towards “agentic finance” or AI banking as his next major initiative after his work on stablecoins.

• Sources: pymnts

The civil enforcement action brought by the SEC against Binance has been dismissed.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: thepaypers

Remitly’s CEO stated that digital platforms are significantly boosting remittance volumes, even amidst current economic uncertainties.

• Sources: pymnts

Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

• Sources: thepaypers, finextra

Revolut has launched its Revolut Reader payment terminal in Romania through a partnership with Danubius.

• Sources: thepaypers

Starling Bank reported a decrease in profit, citing an FCA fine and increased delinquencies on Covid-19 related loans as contributing factors.

• Sources: finextra

bunq has integrated the Bizum payment system to strengthen its service offering and position in Spain.

• Sources: thepaypers

According to a report by Gemini, nearly one-in-four individuals globally now own cryptocurrency.

• Sources: finextra

Starling Bank has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of four new members.

• Sources: finextra

Circle’s strategy for its potential IPO involves positioning itself as a foundational infrastructure provider for digital money.

• Sources: pymnts

Revolut is reportedly partnering with the European payment wallet Wero.

• Sources: thepaypers

Careem Pay has launched international money transfer services, initially enabling users to send funds to Jordan.

• Sources: finextra

Banking Circle has partnered with Visa Direct to expand its global payment services, enabling faster payouts for businesses.

• Sources: thepaypers

Kraken is collaborating with Backed to launch xStocks.

• Sources: thepaypers

Samsung has partnered with digital bank N26 to integrate its services into the Samsung Wallet application.

• Sources: thepaypers

Kraken is collaborating with Backed to launch xStocks, a new offering.

• Sources: thepaypers

Galileo and Atomic have introduced a new tool designed to facilitate the switching of payment methods for users.

• Sources: thepaypers

Crypto.com has obtained a MiFID licence, enabling the company to offer a broader range of financial products and services.

• Sources: thepaypers

Banking Circle has partnered with Visa Direct to enhance its global payment capabilities, facilitating faster cross-border transactions.

• Sources: finextra

Circle has announced the official launch of its Circle Payment Network, designed to facilitate digital currency transactions.

• Sources: finextra

Binance Pay has integrated support for Pix, Brazil’s instant payment system, allowing users in the country to make payments using this method.

• Sources: thepaypers

Starling Bank has announced several senior appointments to its leadership team.

• Sources: finextra

Banking Circle has partnered with Visa Direct to enhance its global payment capabilities.

• Sources: finextra

Binance Pay has integrated support for Pix, Brazil’s instant payment system.

• Sources: thepaypers

• Sources: finextra

Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is reportedly exploring strategic options including a potential initial public offering (IPO) while also engaging in acquisition discussions.

• Sources: thepaypers

Crypto.com has announced a partnership with TMTG to support offerings related to exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

• Sources: thepaypers

Revolut announced plans to invest €1 billion in France, open a Western Europe headquarters in Paris, and apply for a banking license in the country.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

The CFPB has reduced a previously imposed fine against Wise US in a revised action.

• Sources: thepaypers

TransferGo announced a partnership with Griffin.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal has launched its Complete Payments platform in Singapore, offering businesses a comprehensive payment solution.

• Sources: thepaypers

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has reduced a previously imposed fine against financial technology company Wise.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut has introduced a new feature allowing users to purchase and gift subscription plans to others.

• Sources: finextra

AI search engine Perplexity has partnered with PayPal to integrate payment capabilities, aiming to support agentic commerce experiences.

• Sources: thepaypers, finextra

Revolut is introducing a new feature that allows users to purchase and gift subscription plans to others.

• Sources: finextra

According to a report by a Rada investigative commission, the current electricity tariff provides Energoatom with an additional UAH 49 billion annually in profit and depreciation.

• Sources: com

Raiffeisen Bank has partnered with Wise Platform to integrate its international money transfer services.

• Sources: finextra

Monzo has launched a new tool designed to allow customers to reverse certain payments.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

Crypto.com’s Canadian entity has secured restricted dealer status from provincial securities regulators.

• Sources: thepaypers

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has secured a MiFID (Markets in Financial Instruments Directive) license.

• Sources: thepaypers

Monzo is reportedly preparing for a potential initial public offering (IPO), with some reports suggesting a valuation could reach GBP 6 billion.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

Raiffeisen Bank has partnered with Wise Platform to integrate Wise’s infrastructure and improve the efficiency of cross-border payments for its customers.

• Sources: thepaypers

Dubai Finance has partnered with Crypto.com to allow customers to pay fees using cryptocurrency.

• Sources: thepaypers

• Sources: thepaypers

• Sources: com, com

Google is integrating its large language model, Gemini Nano, into its systems to enhance the prevention of evolving scams.

• Sources: finextra

Magura drones are being utilized in military operations targeting Russian ships.

• Sources: com

Crypto.com has opened a new office location in Washington, D.C.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut announced a partnership with Lightspark focused on integrating with the Bitcoin network.

• Sources: thepaypers

Capgemini has launched a new perpetual Know Your Customer (KYC) sandbox environment.

• Sources: finextra

N26 has expanded its services by entering the telecommunication market in Germany.

• Sources: thepaypers

Revolut has formed a partnership with Fourthline.

• Sources: thepaypers

Crypto.com has opened a new office location in Washington D.C.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal and dLocal are expanding their partnership to enhance access to local payment methods across emerging markets.

• Sources: thepaypers, finextra

Revolut has selected Fourthline as its identity verification partner.

• Sources: finextra

Bhutan is implementing Binance Pay for a national cryptocurrency payment system focused on tourism.

• Sources: finextra

N26 is entering the telecommunications market, following a similar move by Revolut.

• Sources: finextra

Capgemini has launched a perpetual Know Your Customer (KYC) sandbox environment.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal has launched its first contactless mobile wallet specifically for the German market.

• Sources: thepaypers

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has acquired NinjaTrader, a trading platform, to broaden its market reach.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal has launched its first contactless mobile wallet service in Germany.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal has launched its first contactless mobile wallet specifically for the German market.

• Sources: thepaypers

Binance and the Kyrgyz Republic signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing the country’s cryptocurrency market.

• Sources: thepaypers, finextra

PayPal launched a contactless mobile wallet service in Germany.

• Sources: finextra

Egyptian fintech MoneyFellows raised $13 million to expand its digital money circles platform.

• Sources: finextra

Revolut and Octopus are reportedly planning to enter the mobile market in the UK.

• Sources: thepaypers

Crypto.com partnered with Green Dot to support its Embedded Finance expansion efforts in the United States.

• Sources: thepaypers

Circle reportedly declined an acquisition offer from Ripple valued at up to $5 billion.

• Sources: thepaypers

Major payment companies including Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal are reportedly contributing to the growth of agentic AI applications within the commerce sector.

• Sources: pymnts

Tide has expanded its credit offerings to all small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK, supported by a new GBP 100 million debt facility.

• Sources: thepaypers

Revolut is reportedly entering the mobile network market, positioning itself to compete with traditional mobile network operators.

• Sources: finextra

Daleel has integrated Binance crypto services into its finance marketplace, making them available to users in the MENA region.

• Sources: thepaypers

Tide has launched a B2B Buy Now, Pay Later product, supported by a £100 million debt financing round.

• Sources: finextra

A report by Notabene indicates that crypto companies have achieved compliance with the Travel Rule.

• Sources: thepaypers

Capgemini has launched a Know Your Customer (KYC) sandbox environment designed to help financial institutions test and improve their compliance processes.

• Sources: finextra

Tide has rolled out a B2B Buy Now, Pay Later product for small businesses, following a debt raise of £100 million.

• Sources: finextra

Circle, the issuer of USDC, has received in-principle regulatory approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).

• Sources: finextra

Green Dot is providing embedded banking services to Crypto.com, enabling the crypto platform to offer banking functionalities to its users.

• Sources: finextra

Kraken has launched a new crypto-as-a-service offering designed for banks and fintech companies, allowing them to integrate crypto services.

• Sources: finextra

Atom Bank has integrated the Provenir Platform to enhance its risk management capabilities.

• Sources: thepaypers

Digital bank bunq has rolled out ‘bunq Crypto’, allowing users to access cryptocurrency services directly within its banking application.

• Sources: thepaypers

Google’s CEO indicated that the company’s Gemini AI model could potentially be integrated into iPhones later this year.

• Sources: pymnts

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is expanding its services to include US securities trading through a new partnership with brokerage firm Alpaca.

• Sources: thepaypers

AI investment intelligence company BridgeWise has secured a license from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

• Sources: finextra

Digital asset infrastructure provider Copper has announced a partnership with stablecoin issuer Circle.

• Sources: thepaypers

Crypto.com is partnering with Bread Financial to introduce new credit cards that will offer crypto-based rewards.

• Sources: thepaypers

Mastercard and PayPal are reportedly exploring strategic initiatives related to agentic commerce.

• Sources: finextra

Atom Bank is set to implement Provenir’s AI decisioning platform.

• Sources: finextra

Payoneer has invested $2 million into Endeavor to support global entrepreneurs.

• Sources: finextra

Bunq has partnered with Kraken to integrate crypto investing services directly within its banking platform.

• Sources: finextra

• Sources: pymnts, thepaypers, finextra

Revolut is reportedly linking employee bonuses to assessments of risky behaviour as part of its compensation structure.

• Sources: finextra

PayPal and Coinbase have expanded their partnership to enhance the use of stablecoins.

• Sources: thepaypers

PayPal is offering users a 3.7% yield or rewards on balances held in its stablecoin, PYUSD.

• Sources: finextra, thepaypers

Revolut reported its financial results for FY24, achieving its first profit exceeding $1 billion, attributed partly to growth in subscription and wealth management services.

• Sources: finextra, pymnts