Tag: fintech

June 03, 2024 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Doconomy Raises €34m From Top European Banks

This Swedish green fintech, established in 2018, measures the carbon impact of regular spending activities. Based on CNBC data, S&P Global Inc. (SPGI) joined as an investor. Doconomy is also pillared by existing stakeholders such as Motive Ventures, PostFinance, and Tenity. Its collaborations include Mastercard, S&P Global, and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate…

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February 22, 2024 BY PureContent

Merchants embracing Fintech could see revenues hit $1.5tn by 2030

The push to this financial pinnacle is driven by the interaction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI, which has received added momentum due to OpenAI's ChatGPT launch. Fintech steers the way in building tailor-made tools to ensure transaction security, availability, and ease of use for consumers and traders. This development is not only about…

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February 02, 2024 BY PureContent

Nuvei Corporation partners with Cash App in US

Nuvei CEO Philip Fayer said that the firm decided to expand its offerings in the US after recognising the rapid adoption of Cash App Pay, which is particularly popular with young adults. Nuvei’s mission is to break down payment barriers and empower its partners to deliver feature-rich and relevant customer checkout experiences. Nuvei already serves…

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Trade Republic
January 09, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

Trade Republic Attracts 4 Million Customers by Its 5th Anniversary

The growth trajectory is a testament to the company's evolution since its inception in 2019 as a German brokerage firm. Its roots date back to 2015 when it operated under Neon Trading within a startup incubator. Trade Republic's journey began in earnest in 2019 when it opened its platform for commission-free trading to a select…

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January 04, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

XTB Launches Auto-Trading as Part of Passive Investment Plans

Since the previous autumn, XTB customers have had the opportunity to invest in passive instruments for medium to long-term strategies. These Investment Plans allow for up to 10 unique investment portfolios based on selected ETF funds, each accommodating up to 9 funds and a minimum investment of $15. The company had announced its intention to…

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January 02, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

US Fintech Firms Offer Fixed-Income Products to Retail Traders

Despite uncertainty about whether bonds will ignite the same excitement as stocks, these fintechs leverage high Federal Reserve interest rates to attract retail interest. They are introducing features akin to stock trading, including low-cost options, educational tools, user-friendly apps, and fractionalised investments. Public, for instance, has begun allowing customers to invest in smaller portions of…

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Revolut
December 20, 2023 BY Simon Mugo

Revolut Generates $2Bn in Revenues, Adds 40m Clients Globally

Despite a challenging year for fintech companies, Revolut has experienced substantial growth, driven by an influx of new customers. The startup attracts nearly 300,000 users weekly, expanding its global customer base to nearly 40 million. This impressive growth comes amidst stiff competition from traditional banks and other fintech startups. The latest financial developments offer reassurance…

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November 30, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Nuvei launches card issuing solution in 30 European markets

Nuvei CEO Phillip Fayer said he was committed to “finding new ways” to unlock the potential of its growing client base, while also making its own offerings more appealing to a wider audience. The new card issuing solution will operate as an additional module on Nuvei’s cutting-edge tech platform. Fayer added: This solution has practical…

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June 29, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

EU announces modernisation of payment services

The commission is additionally considering granting non-bank payment service providers full access to all payment systems within the EU. This approach aims to establish equal opportunities for both banks and non-banks by implementing a new set of regulations. Furthermore, this measure is anticipated to offer adequate protections for non-bank providers and ensure their entitlement to…

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