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Banked acquires VibePay to drive global Pay by Bank use

Banked has acquired UK app VibePay to boost Pay by Bank with new incentives, expanding presence in UK, US, Australia, and accelerating global adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025

Fintech

Guavapay marks 71% revenue growth in financial year 2024

London-based Guavapay has reported a remarkable 71% growth in annual revenue for 2024, driven by a larger customer base and staff expansion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Risk & Compliance

Cash Chasm report reveals drawbacks of manual cash management

PayComplete's Cash Chasm report highlights challenges in cash handling, with 41% of businesses reliant on manual processes and risking losses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024

Human Capital Management

Vivup & Perkbox announce merger to boost UK employee benefits sector

Health and wellbeing providers Vivup and Perkbox reveal a merger backed by Great Hill Partners, striving for an all-in-one solution for UK employee benefits and wellbeing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Financial Conduct Authority stories

Unified Communications

Ecommpay named finalist in two categories at London FinTech awards

Ecommpay has been shortlisted in two categories at the FinTech Awards London, recognising its innovation and collaboration with The Money Platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025

Fintech

Haboo partners with Griffin to launch flexible repay wallet

Haboo money partners with Griffin to launch a save-as-you-repay wallet, enhancing borrower flexibility and boosting loan repayment support in the UK.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025

Fintech

HiQi & Ecommpay boost app payments in Portugal & Spain

HiQi partners with Ecommpay to enhance app payments in Portugal and Spain, enabling faster, compliant top-ups with diverse payment options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025

Payment Technologies

Ecommpay shortlisted for 2025 ICA Compliance Award

Ecommpay has been named a finalist in the ICA Compliance Awards Europe 2025 for its innovative Risk Control Management System developed with Cable.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025

Artificial Intelligence

UK regulators explore AI integration for data efficiencies

Senior UK regulators recently gathered to explore the potential of artificial intelligence in enhancing operational efficiencies across financial sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025

Fintech

Griffin partners with Yonder & launches beta bank accounts

Griffin has unveiled a partnership with Yonder alongside a beta launch of versatile bank accounts, aimed at enhancing customer payment experiences.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025

Crypto

United Kingdom loses record GBP £306m to crypto scams in 2023

Cryptocurrency scams have surged in the UK, with victims losing GBP £306 million in 2023, prompting warnings for greater vigilance in the digital currency market.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025

Data Analytics

Aiimi Insight Engine now available on Azure Marketplace

British AI firm Aiimi has launched its Aiimi Insight Engine on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, enhancing global workplaces' data management capabilities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Health Technologies

Aiimi named official AI provider for UK public sector services

The Crown Commercial Service designates Aiimi as an official AI provider, facilitating widespread AI solutions to enhance efficiency and data security in the public sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Payment Technologies

KPMG Law partners with Shieldpay to centralise transactions in UK

KPMG Law partners with Shieldpay to streamline legal transactions across the UK, using TPMA technology to enhance security and efficiency for corporate and real estate clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024

Fintech

UK SMEs eye global expansion despite banking challenges

A new report by IFX Payments reveals that 78% of UK SMEs are set to expand globally despite facing challenges from ring-fencing regulations and Brexit.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024

ECI

Ciphr acquires Shape Payroll to enhance tech capabilities

Ciphr enhances its payroll capabilities by acquiring Shape Payroll, integrating Shape's advanced API-led solutions and expanding its reach within the UK market.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Fintech

Trustly reports robust growth with US$58 billion in transactions

Trustly's 2023 annual report reveals a 79% surge in transactions, totaling US$58 billion, and a 51% rise in operating profit, driven by its expanded presence and strategic acquisitions in Europe.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024