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UK fintech Tide eyes unicorn status

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UK fintech Tide eyes unicorn status

Tide, the UK-based business banking fintech, is reportedly in talks about a funding deal that would make it the UK's next unicorn.

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Sage expands embedded services to Europe and North America

Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), today announced the global expansion of Sage Embedded Services.

EBAday 2025: Digital euro emerging as a transformative force

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EBAday 2025: Digital euro emerging as a transformative force

At EBAday 2025, two expert panels explored how the digital euro and real-time data can transform finance and beyond — shaping future digital money, guiding PSPs, and helping corporates and SMEs enhance liquidity through automation.

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Dutch fintech GoDutch raises pre-seed funding round of €1.2m

Dutch fintech GoDutch, founded by serial entrepreneur Thomas Vles, has raised a pre-seed funding round of €1.2 million. Reputable founders of Dutch neobanks such as René Frijters and Mike de Boer (Knab) and Bart Wesselink (former COO and CFO of bunq) provided half of the investment. A group of early GoDutch users raised the other half of the money.

IFGS 2025: How can the UK become a world leader in fintech?

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IFGS 2025: How can the UK become a world leader in fintech?

In two expert panels at IFGS 2025, speakers considered how geopolitical tensions are impacting the global fintech industry, and strategised how the UK can lead the space.

Mongolian fintech LendMN raises $20 million to drive financial inclusion

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Mongolian fintech LendMN raises $20 million to drive financial inclusion

Mongolian fintech LendMN has raised USD $20 million towards financial inclusion for MSMEs in Mongolia.

The 150 leading organisations confirmed to attend NextGen Nordics 2025

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The 150 leading organisations confirmed to attend NextGen Nordics 2025

The Nordic region has long stood at the forefront of digital payments, open banking, and financial technology. This legacy of innovation continues at full pace with the return of NextGen Nordics, a premier event gathering the most influential players in the financial services ecosystem. Set against the dynamic backdrop of the Nordic fintech scene, the 2025 edition of NextGen Nordics on 29 April 2025 at the Münchenbryggeriet in Stockholm, Sweden promises to be the most impactful yet.

Chetwood Bank: Offering stability in a volatile market

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Chetwood Bank: Offering stability in a volatile market

Finextra spoke to CEO of Chetwood Bank, Paul Noble, about the organisation’s new developments, and how market volatility is impacting savings and mortgage products. Noble has a background in private equity and asset management, previously working in big banks, including a role in the acquisition of Tandem Bank.

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iBanFirst secures UK EMI license

iBanFirst, the next-generation cross-border payment services provider, today announces that it has secured an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK. The milestone underscores its commitment to delivering the highest standards of financial reliability and operational resilience, as it prioritises growth in the UK.

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Lenkie secures £49 million in Series A funding

The SME finance landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift as banks retreat from business lending, leaving a staggering £22 billion SME funding gap in the UK. Cashflow management platform, Lenkie, has today announced £49 million in Series A funding to transform the way growing UK businesses access capital.

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Wio Bank grows over AED 37 billion in second year of operation

Wio Bank PJSC has established itself among the top 10 most profitable neobanks globally and a leading UAE bank for retail and SME deposits – all within just two years of its full-scale launch.

Forbes debuts 18 new firms to Fintech 50 list

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Forbes debuts 18 new firms to Fintech 50 list

Forbes has released its annual Fintech 50 list for the tenth year, highlighting the top growing fintech businesses in the industry.

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Lili launches embedded finance tool Lili Connect

Lili, the financial platform designed for small business owners, today announced that it is launching Lili Connect, an embedded finance integration that streamlines small business banking, accounting, and tax processes, allowing partners to offer Lili’s comprehensive financial management tools directly through their platform.

AFP: Truist Bank exec says speed and simplicity is how to delight customers

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AFP: Truist Bank exec says speed and simplicity is how to delight customers

Finextra sat down with Chris Ward, EVP enterprise payments for Truist Bank, to talk about what he sees coming in the future of payments.

The Future of Embedded Finance in Africa 2025

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The Future of Embedded Finance in Africa 2025

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Ebury partners with kompasbank

Ebury, global financial services provider and one of Europe's leading fintechs, is partnering with kompasbank. The Danish digital bank helps SMEs release their full potential through easy and fast access to credit and business banking solutions.

UK government takes aim at late payments laws

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UK government takes aim at late payments laws

A new Fair Payment Code has been announced by the UK government to manage late payments that cost SMEs.

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Credlix launches in the US and Mexico

Credlix, a leading global provider of supply chain financing, has announced its expansion into the USA and Mexico, backed by $50 million in funding from Moglix — Asia’s largest B2B e-commerce platform. This move aims to empower SMEs by providing fast, collateral-free financing solutions, addressing critical working capital challenges, and fostering business growth. This expansion aligns with Credlix's broader vision of empowering SMEs in emerging markets to participate in global trade opportunities, reflecting India's emphasis on boosting exports and enhancing global trade partnerships.

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Kredit Hero launches AI-powered lending marketplace in the Philippines

Kredit Hero, an AI-powered marketplace designed to provide small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with access to much-needed financing, is officially launching in the Philippines. Despite SMEs accounting for over 99% of all businesses in the country, they face significant challenges in securing loans. Kredit Hero addresses this critical gap by leveraging advanced AI technology to assess financial profiles and connect SMEs with the most suitable lenders.

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Mastercard partners with Nuclei to launch business subscription management tool in EEMEA

Companies using Mastercard Business cards in the Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) region are set to benefit from a new value-added service – a business subscription management tool powered by technology partner Nuclei. The innovative feature will help small businesses streamline processes and reduce costs.

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