Why data is the key to unlocking payments innovation
A new international payment standard currently being rolled out, known as ISO 20022, could start to change all that by harmonising payments data around the world.
Digital Wallets are now the most popular payment method in the World
The big news this year was a surge in digital wallet spending, which became the most popular payment method for e-commerce and POS transactions.
Bottlepay launches Twitter Bitcoin payments feature
New digital payments app Bottlepay, which launched last month, has launched a new feature allowing people to send and receive Bitcoin via Twitter.
TrueLayer teams up with self-employed-focused pension provider Penfold
Self-employed pension provider Penfold has joined forces with TrueLayer, becoming the financial API provider’s latest partner.
New payment platform BOPP launches, giving power back to UK businesses and consumers
New payment platform BOPP uses Open Banking to facilitate immediate, secure payments directly from one bank account to another.
Fintech Tribe Payments joins Microsoft for Startups programme
As a participant in Microsoft for Startups, Tribe Payments will gain access to Microsoft’s technology and expertise, and their extensive partner network.
UK fintech SumUp raises €750m
UK fintech startup SumUp has raised €750m (£643m, US$893m) from several investors including Goldman Sachs and Bain Capital Credit.
US fintech Payroc to bring 75 jobs to Northern Ireland
US payment processing company Payroc has announced plans to invest in Northern Ireland for the first time, with 75 new jobs to be created.
