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Aspire partners with J.P. Morgan on cross-border FX

The tie-up should cut delays and make cross-border currency costs more predictable for Aspire’s 50,000 business customers.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Fintech

AIFO launches UK trading platform amid retail boom

UK retail traders are getting more education-focused tools as regulators warn that many still rely on social media for market advice.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Disaster Recovery

Diverging paths: Monzo quits, Revolut hunts US charter

Monzo's retreat from America will close customer accounts by June, while Revolut is seeking direct access to deposits and loans in the US.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last month

Fintech

Rain taps Episode Six for Asia-Pacific card expansion

Asia-Pacific card programmes tied to stablecoins will gain local processing support as Rain expands with Episode Six across multiple markets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Crypto

OpenFX raises USD $94 million to speed cross-border payments

The funding will help OpenFX expand hiring and infrastructure as it tackles slow, costly cross-border transfers for banks and fintechs.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Fintech

Webull UK cuts commission on US & Hong Kong shares

UK retail investors can now trade Hong Kong shares for free on Webull, as the broker adds a flexible Stocks and Shares ISA.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Crypto

Thunes ranks among top three in cross-border payments

Juniper Research’s latest study signals growing demand for payment networks that connect more rails, currencies and wallets across fragmented markets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Crypto

Thunes wins best cross-border payment solution award

Rising demand for faster, cheaper international transfers has sharpened competition among payment providers serving merchants and marketplaces.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026

Crypto

Argentina tops stablecoin readiness index on inflation

High inflation and widespread digital payments have made the country a prime test bed for dollar-linked tokens, a DeCard index found.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Mar 2026

Crypto

Bitget launches unified crypto, traditional trading campaign

A new app update lets traders handle crypto and traditional assets in one account, as Bitget seeks to cut friction and tap tokenised stocks.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026

Disaster Recovery

Solana launches platform for banks, payments groups

Solana unveils an API-based developer platform for banks and payment firms, backed by Mastercard, Worldpay and Western Union pilots.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026

Digital Transformation

OFX appoints Liz Lord to drive broader business offer

OFX appoints former PayPal Australia marketer Liz Lord as chief marketing officer to spearhead its shift beyond cross-border payments.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026

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Crypto

Coinbase wins Australia licence for retail derivatives

The approval puts Coinbase ahead of looming rules and opens the door for retail crypto derivatives in Australia.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Fintech

Airwallex wins Malaysia licences for full offering

Malaysian businesses can now access payments, multi-currency accounts and foreign exchange on one platform after new central bank approvals.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month

Crypto

Wise launches UK current account with travel perks

Customers can now use one app for wages, bills and travel spending as Wise targets everyday banking in a market still dominated by high street lenders.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2026