January 25, 2026 @ 4:16 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Global data provider Experian has unveiled key insights into just how its collaboration with the Credit Builders Alliance (CBA) is transforming the credit landscape for consumers often sidelined by traditional systems. Released recently this month, the study underscores the power of targeted credit-building initiatives in… Read More

 Tagged analysis, data, experian, research

January 25, 2026 @ 1:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK financial sector is undergoing significant transformations aimed at enhancing efficiency, protecting vulnerable consumers, and addressing historical grievances. UK Finance pointed out that key regulatory bodies like the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) are driving these changes through updated policies and industry collaborations. UK Finance… Read More

 Tagged fca, uk finance, united kingdom

January 25, 2026 @ 1:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

UK-based digital bank Revolut has abandoned its earlier intentions to purchase a U.S. financial institution. The company is now focusing on securing an independent banking charter directly from U.S. regulators, according to a recent report. This move underscores Revolut’s determination to penetrate the lucrative U.S…. Read More

 Tagged Business Expansion, digital bank, revolut, us

January 25, 2026 @ 7:19 am By Michael Wong  |  

Kuwait Investment Authority-backed Raqami Islamic Digital Bank (RIDB) plans to begin operations in Pakistan next month with a $100 million investment, Bloomberg reported, marking another Gulf-backed entry into the country’s financial sector. The lender will become Pakistan’s first fully digital Shariah-compliant bank, offering online financing,… Read More

 Tagged Kuwait Investment Authority, pakistan, Raqami Islamic Digital Bank

January 25, 2026 @ 6:23 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

ThetaRay, a provider of Cognitive AI financial crime compliance, this week announced the appointment of Brad Levy as CEO. Levy is a financial markets infrastructure executive and former CEO of Symphony. Symphony is a financial markets infrastructure and technology platform established by a consortium of… Read More

 Tagged brad levy, Cognitive AI, Erel Margalit, peter reynolds, thetaray

January 24, 2026 @ 2:47 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

This week, TreviPay launched its Pay by Invoice solution for Visa-issuing banks, enabling issuers to capture a greater share of the $58 trillion North American B2B payments market. Through this collaboration with Visa, TreviPay’s order-to-cash automation technology combines with Visa’s commercial payment capabilities to help… Read More

 Tagged Brandon Spear, Darren Parslow, pay by invoice, Piyush Tiwari, trevipay, visa

January 24, 2026 @ 2:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Juniper Research‘s latest report, extensively covering fraud tactics and security tech developments, released this month, offers a pragmatic assessment for industry leaders. Authored by Analyst Thomas Wilson, the study cuts through the noise by evaluating 15 key technologies using a proprietary framework that distinguishes high-performing… Read More

 Tagged fraud, insights, juniper research, scams, security

January 24, 2026 @ 2:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Plaid continues to focus on product development and business expansion efforts with significant developments in Europe and enhanced security measures. As a provider of data connectivity for fintech applications, the company has recently highlighted its growth in open banking across the continent while introducing a… Read More

 Tagged europe, open banking, payments, plaid, uk

January 24, 2026 @ 2:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Stripe continues to solidify its position as a key player focused on digital financial services by forging strategic alliances, completing acquisitions, and enhancing its payment infrastructure. Recent announcements highlight the company’s focus on supporting AI-driven businesses, streamlining billing for complex models, and enabling seamless commerce… Read More

 Tagged financial infrastructure, fintech, product update, stripe

January 24, 2026 @ 10:41 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Recent analyses from PensionBee shed light on persistent challenges in the US retirement system, including overlooked accounts, hidden charges, and innovative solutions to streamline savings. These insights underscore the importance of proactive management amid rising job mobility and economic shifts. PensionBee pointed out that one… Read More

 Tagged financial planning, pensionbee, research, retirement, savings, us