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Monzo today announced they are removing the waitlist for their Under 16s product

Ripple will be the first blockchain-enabled payments provider licensed by the DFSA.

HC Brokerage, one of Egypt’s leading securities brokerage firms, has announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with FawryPlus for Banking Services. The partnership aims to simplify trading in the stock market, in line with HC’s strategy to expand its service offerings and enhance accessibility for clients across Egypt.

Krungsri (Bank of Ayudhya PCL) and Express Software Group Co Ltd, developer of ready-made accounting software, collaborate to launch the service of ‘Krungsri Bill Payment Online’ that links the payment system with accounting software, allowing SMEs to receive payments easily while their customers make payments conveniently and safely. Importantly, SMEs can use the service immediately, thereby reducing IT system development costs.

Experian, a global data and technology company, is now partnering with Mifundo, an innovative fintech company aiming to create better credit assessments across the EU’s borders.

Aveni.ai, specialists in AI for Financial Services, has agreed a new partnership with Octopus Money - the money advice brand for everyone.

KCB Bank, the largest financial institution in East Africa, has partnered with Compass Plus Technologies to strengthen its multi-currency offering by launching Kenya’s first platinum multi-currency prepaid card which will empower its customers with the flexibility and convenience they need to pay for goods and access funds across borders.

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has announced that cardholders in Jordan can add their Visa cards to Google Wallet.

James Blower, Zopa Bank’s Head of Savings said: “As the ISA deadline approaches, savers will be looking to maximise their tax-free allowance. What’s different this year is that the future appeal of Cash ISAs faces uncertainty, amid speculation that the Government will weight incentives towards investment accounts such as Stocks and Shares ISAs going forwards.

Oracle Financial Services is supercharging its Investigation Hub Cloud Service with the addition of a broad class of AI agents and agentic workflows that enable financial firms to automate investigative processes needed to uncover complex patterns and fight financial crime. The agents help improve the overall quality and speed of reviewing suspicious activity by using generative AI-driven narratives to supplement investigators' own analysis. This can save valuable time and resources by offloading many traditionally manual tasks and enabling investigators to focus their time on the most pressing leads. These new capabilities are available globally for financial institutions of all sizes using the Investigation Hub crime and case management solution.

Backbase, the leader in engagement banking, today announced a strategic partnership with Synpulse, a premier financial services consulting firm, to accelerate digital transformation for banks across Asia-Pacific. This collaboration builds on its European success, partnering with major Swiss financial institutions to help APAC banks modernize customer experiences and boost operational efficiency.

Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has appointed Intae Song as Chief Sales Officer, commemorating a key turning point in his tenure with the company. As one of the earliest employees at Bitget, Song has played a key role in shaping the exchange’s approach and is now a Business Partner at the firm. His appointment as the CSO comes at a time when Bitget is the fastest-growing CEX.

Contiant announced a partnership with Vialet (Via Payments UAB), a leading financial platform known for its secure, flexible, and multi-currency payment solutions. This collaboration opens new opportunities for iGaming merchants, offering streamlined transactions, enhanced transparency, and powerful automation — all designed to help businesses grow, convert, and maximize revenue.

UniTeller has made a significant move in the global payments industry with the acquisition of MORE Payment Evolution. This strategic merger brings together two leading players in cross-border payments, aiming to expand capabilities and strengthen their presence in international markets.