Mobilink Microfinance Bank Limited, VEON’s financial services arm and the largest digital bank in Pakistan, launched three major microfinance initiatives as part of its continuing efforts to financially empower women entrepreneurs and to support small and medium-sized farmers in the country. The initiatives were formally launched by VEON Group CEO, Kaan Terzioglu, during his recent […]

Financial technology leader FIS® announced that it is revolutionizing the way small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs) gain access to embedded payments and finance solutions through software providers with the launch of Worldpay for Platforms™. This new software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution combines the power of the global merchant and banking capabilities of FIS with embedded payments technology built on […]

Wio Bank PJSC announced its official launch in the UAE, becoming the first platform bank in the region, aiming to transform banking operating models towards a more digital future. This is in line with the UAE’s Digital Economy Strategy that aims to double the contribution of the digital economy to the country’s GDP over the […]

CTBC Bank has launched an innovative card acceptance service that will allow its customers to simply tap their mobile phone or physical credit or debit cards on Taiwan Taxi’s drivers’ mobile phones to pay for their taxi fares. Powered by the world’s leading fintech player Soft Space Sdn. Bhd., CTBC Bank’s “Tap to Phone” service […]

Extending a winning legacy that spans over a decade, Pakistan’s largest digital bank, Mobilink Microfinance Bank Limited (MMBL) has been awarded the title of “Most Innovative Microfinance Bank – Pakistan 2022” by the prestigious Global Business Outlook (GBO) Awards 2022. The award highlights MMBL’s continuous efforts to enhance access to innovative digital and financial solutions […]

First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) announces the launch of Bend by FNBO. The new credit card-as-a-service (CaaS) solution expands FNBO’s technological agility to offer customized credit card issuance for today’s digital landscape. Bend by FNBO blends modern technology with safety and expertise to supplement FNBO’s already strong co-brand credit card capabilities. Backed by 164 years […]

Fiserv, Inc., a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology with a growing presence in New Jersey, is partnering with Rutgers University-Newark to create and fund a new program designed to drive diversity and innovation within the financial technology field. The Fiserv-RU-N Program for Inclusive Innovation will create a center on campus that […]

Pakistan’s premier banking institution, Bank Alfalah signed an MoU with remote talent platform “Linkstar” to provide digital banking services to its freelancers. The partnership includes easy account opening for Freelancers creating a landing page on Linkstar to sell services directly to their clients via social media. In addition, Linkstar also matches their best talent with […]

Pakistan’s largest Digital Bank, Mobilink Microfinance Bank’s (MMBL) efforts to promote digital and financial inclusion across Pakistan, were recognized at the recent 5th edition of the Leaders in Islamabad Business Summit (LIIBS) 2022, organized by Nutshell Conferences. More than 1,000 delegates were in attendance, including senior dignitaries from local and international private organizations, the public […]

Klarna, the global leader in the generational shift away from credit cards announced its newest partnership with StyleSeat, the top online destination for booking beauty and wellness services. Through this partnership, consumers can now shop and pay on StyleSeat with Klarna’s interest-free Pay in 4 solution to meet their beauty and haircare needs. “Small business […]