The banking-as-a-service (BaaS) industry has experienced a rollercoaster of regulatory scrutiny and market dynamics over the past few years. A year ago, the future of BaaS seemed uncertain due to significant regulatory pressures. However, as we look ahead to 2025, the outlook appears much more
The recent $70-million CAD Series B funding round secured by the Toronto-based startup Float marks a significant milestone in its ambitious growth and innovation strategy. Led by Goldman Sachs Growth Equity, with crucial contributions from OMERS Ventures, FJ Labs, Teralys, and Garage Capital, the
Albania is undergoing a sweeping transformation in its payment system, aligning itself with European Union standards through a mixture of legal reforms, regulatory updates, and technological advancements. This comprehensive modernization effort is led by the Bank of Albania, aiming to ensure that
Klarna, a Swedish fintech company renowned for its Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) service, has recently entered into a significant distribution partnership with Stripe, a leading fintech firm based in San Francisco. This collaboration is poised to expand Klarna’s BNPL service to merchants using S
With the rapid advancement of digital payment systems and new fintech solutions continually emerging, investors are always on the lookout for promising investment opportunities that leverage these technologies. PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), a fintech giant that has consistently held a strong market
Open Banking is reshaping the financial services sector by providing customers with greater control over their financial data through innovative products and services. Despite its groundbreaking potential, the journey toward achieving a fully operational Open Banking system is filled with
