Tagged: smbs

June 26, 2026 @ 1:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has documented a sharp increase in malware campaigns targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that impersonate popular artificial intelligence tools. In the first four months of 2026, the company’s solutions detected more than 33,300 attacks in which malicious or unwanted programs for… Read More

June 19, 2026 @ 5:44 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Private equity firm Nordic Capital has announced an agreement to acquire Liberis, a London-based embedded finance specialist, while also expanding its existing investment in Qred, a Stockholm-headquartered digital bank focused on small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The transaction will combine the two companies into a… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 10:00 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The British Business Bank has unveiled two significant initiatives with Propel Finance, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening finance options for UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Announced recently tis month, the moves include a fresh £75 million warehouse facility under the ENABLE Funding program and… Read More

June 7, 2026 @ 11:34 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Marqeta’s 2026 State of Credit Report details a shift towards multi-product behavior by consumers and SMBs, yet many financial institutions still operate under the singular credit card mindset Consumers and SMB owners use various cards, BNPL and credit-building products for different jobs and in different… Read More

May 25, 2026 @ 11:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nu Empresas, the business arm of Nubank (NYSE: NU), has surpassed 6 million small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) customers. This achievement positions the digital platform as the financial institution with the highest number of registered corporate tax identifiers (CNPJs) in Brazil, underscoring its dominant role… Read More

May 6, 2026 @ 8:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Figure Technology Solutions (Nasdaq: FIGR), a provider of blockchain-powered capital markets, has formed a strategic alliance with Credibly, a Fintech specializing in AI-driven working capital solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Announced on May 5, 2026, the collaboration aims to bring greater efficiency, liquidity,… Read More

April 26, 2026 @ 7:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

US based enterprises are charging ahead with artificial intelligence, fueled by strong executive conviction and substantial financial commitments. Yet a new analysis reveals a notable disconnect: while enthusiasm runs high, many organizations lack the foundational systems needed to translate pilot projects into scalable, organization-wide gains…. Read More

March 19, 2026 @ 4:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

C2FO has revealed that it has now delivered more than $500 billion in working capital support to enterprises across the globe. This extraordinary milestone underscores a profound transformation in how companies manage their finances, as organizations increasingly opt for accelerated invoice settlements over conventional borrowing… Read More

March 11, 2026 @ 11:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Small businesses across the United States faced a tougher year than national economic headlines suggested, according to data released by cloud accounting platform Xero. The company’s latest Small Business Insights (XSBI) report, drawn from anonymized information provided by 32,000 American subscribers, shows that while Wall… Read More

March 9, 2026 @ 2:53 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Airwallex, the global financial platform built for modern enterprises, has officially rolled out its innovative treasury product, Yield, to businesses across the United States. Announced recently this month, the expansion marks a significant milestone as the company’s Yield offering has already exceeded US$1 billion in… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 5:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a seemingly promising new turn for Australia’s economy, small businesses have achieved their most significant sales and job expansions in over two years, fueled by favorable monetary policies and heightened consumer activity. Data from cloud accounting platform Xero reveals that these enterprises posted a… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 1:41 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Figure Technology Solutions (Nasdaq: FIGR), a fintech specializing in blockchain-powered lending solutions, recently unveiled its fourth-quarter 2025 financial results, showcasing growth and a pivotal shift in its business model. The company, known for streamlining home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) and other loan products through advanced… Read More

February 13, 2026 @ 10:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a revealing new study, small business operators across New Zealand are grappling with unprecedented levels of strain, with almost half contemplating walking away from their enterprises entirely. Released by cloud-based accounting platform Xero on February 12, 2026, the research sheds light on what the… Read More

January 29, 2026 @ 2:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Mesirow Alternative Credit has teamed up with Fundbox to enhance financing options for small enterprises across the country. Announced recently, this collaboration introduces a dedicated forward flow facility designed to purchase loans generated by Fundbox, thereby increasing the availability of essential working capital. The partnership… Read More

January 20, 2026 @ 1:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Funding Circle (LSE: FCH) has recently announced key developments that underscore its commitment to product development and overall operational efficiency. As a UK-based fintech platform specializing in business loans and financial services, the company continues to evolve its offerings in 2026 with  better support for… Read More

January 19, 2026 @ 8:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the closing month of 2025, the UK’s business landscape revealed a patchwork of progress, with robust expansion in select areas counterbalancing slowdowns in others, according to the latest NatWest Regional Growth Tracker. This report, which analyzes private sector performance across nations and regions, highlights… Read More

January 18, 2026 @ 10:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

European Fintech iwoca noted that as the new year unfolds, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the United Kingdom are grappling with a sharp decline in confidence regarding the national economy, even as forecasts suggest robust expansion potential. iwoca also indicated that recent data reveals… Read More

December 9, 2025 @ 10:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

If Australians redirected around 10% of overall household spending from big businesses to small businesses, it could potentially mean $76 billion more in the hands of small retailers according to the latest analysis by small business platform Xero. This new figure highlights the seemingly immense… Read More

December 1, 2025 @ 9:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Small and mid-sized business owners operating across the US are now said to be cautiously optimistic about the coming year, with the majority or 74% expecting revenue increases and around 60% planning to expand their businesses, according to the latest Bank of America (NYSE: BAC)… Read More

November 25, 2025 @ 8:01 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Xero research has revealed a seemingly critical AI “paradox” for U.S. based small businesses: while regular or more typical AI users are more likely to see revenue growth, more than half (53%) say their business “wouldn’t be impacted if AI tools disappeared tomorrow.”  Xero’s white… Read More