Fintech
Independent fintech coverage from WristPay — wearable payments, fintech, and regulation.
Four Key Market Events to Watch This Week
The week ahead promises significant updates for investors, with major tech earnings, jobs data, and a major tech conference. Earnings season may be winding down, but crucial announ…
Hong Kong Deposits Rise in April
Hong Kong's banking system saw a broad increase in deposits in April, with total deposits growing 1.5%. The rise was driven by renminbi deposits, which reached RMB1.08 trillion. Th…
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LG Electronics experienced a significant stock surge of nearly 24% after revealing new automotive technology based on Google’s Android Automotive system. This announcement was made…
Student Loan Borrowing Enters High-Risk Era
Federal student loan holders face significant changes on July 1, affecting repayment and debt forgiveness options for those taking on new debt. The changes result from a presidenti…
India to Test Digital Rupee in Cross-Border Transactions
The Reserve Bank of India is set to expand the digital rupee's usage in welfare payment schemes and test it in cross-border transactions, as per its 2025-26 annual report. This mov…
CFPB Faces Lawsuit Over Fair Housing Rule Change
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is facing a lawsuit over its recent amendment to the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Four plaintiffs are challenging the change, filed…
A Victimless Crime: The Rise of Synthetic Identities
Consumers often catch fraudulent transactions on their credit card statements and initiate disputes. This is a common scenario, as issuers and merchants sometimes fail to flag susp…
AI Trading and Credit Card Tools Launched with User Controls
Robinhood has introduced new features allowing AI agents to manage equity trades and credit card purchases with user oversight. The platform's Agentic Trading and Agentic Credit Ca…
Decentralised Finance Tackles Credit Pricing
Decentralised finance (DeFi) aims to solve the problem of pricing credit without traditional financial institutions. DeFi lending protocols have emerged as a solution, using smart …
Fraud is Surging Across Consumer Lending
Consumer lending is experiencing a surge in fraud, with 93% of lenders reporting a significant impact on their credit losses. This alarming trend is being driven by increasingly so…
Cross-Border Payments: A Shift in Infrastructure
Cross-border payments are evolving as they move towards common infrastructure, changing the landscape for businesses and financial institutions. Internationally active small and me…
Fraud Fighters Shift to Predictive Approach
Accertify Inc., a company based in Itasca, Illinois, has launched its Predictive Yes Platform to tackle payments fraud. The platform aims to prevent fraudulent transactions by anal…
Federal Reserve Payments Chief to Retire
Mark Gould, the US Federal Reserve's inaugural payments chief, is set to retire this year after a successful tenure. He will remain in his position until a suitable replacement is …
Credit Card Delinquencies Surge: Industry Faces 2027 Losses
As of June 30, the credit card sector braces for a potential spike in delinquency rates. This date marks a critical point for issuers, who are now under pressure to mitigate credit…
Louisiana to Crack Down on Debit Card Surcharges
Louisiana is set to impose penalties on retailers who add extra charges to debit card purchases. The state's legislation has passed both the Senate and House of Representatives. It…
Lebanon's Fintech Landscape in 2026
Lebanon, a Middle East nation, has a complex economic profile. In 2026, its fintech ecosystem showed resilience despite regional challenges. The country combines entrepreneurial sp…
Ghana to Mandate Biometric Verification
Ghana is introducing mandatory biometric verification for various transactions. The National Identification Authority (NIA) announced plans to expand child enrollment and strengthe…
Biometric Security Gets Boost with Enhanced Fraud Detection
ID-Pal, a leading identity verification and fraud prevention platform, has upgraded its Injection Attack Detection (IAD) capabilities within its Liveness Testing function on May 29…
Onboarding Becomes Key to Preventing Fraud Losses
Middle market firms are shifting their focus to verifying customer identities during onboarding due to rising unrecoverable fraud losses and payment failures. This change is driven…
Wealth Managers Unprepared for Younger Generation
The largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history is underway, with millennials and Gen Z set to inherit trillions of dollars. Wealth managers claim they're ready, but data …
Klarna Partners with Arrive for Parking Payments
Klarna, a flexible payments provider, has teamed up with Arrive, a mobility platform. The partnership aims to help drivers pay for parking. The collaboration is set to make parking…
Mortgage Rates Continue to Climb Amid Rising Inflation Pressures
Mortgage rates have increased for the fourth consecutive week, with new inflation data indicating that home buyers may face ongoing challenges. As of May 28, the average rate for a…
The Necessity of Diverse Perspectives in Financial Services Amid Rising Risks
The financial services sector, particularly fintech, is grappling with the challenge of fostering inclusion. Despite years of discussion, many organizations still find it difficult…
Adyen's CFO Resigns Amid Expansion Plans in the U.S. Market
Adyen's Chief Financial Officer is set to leave the company as the Dutch payment processing firm focuses on enhancing its presence in the United States. This leadership change come…
AAZZUR Partners with Corpay to Revolutionize Cross-Border Payments
AAZZUR, an embedded finance orchestration platform, has formed a partnership with Corpay Inc.’s cross-border division. This collaboration aims to streamline payment processes for b…
Finix Connects Merchants to Visa’s Cybersource Payment Gateway
Finix, a cloud‑based payment processor, announced on Tuesday that its platform now integrates directly with Visa’s Cybersource acceptance solution. The new connection gives merchan…
Why the Amex Gold Card Remains a Top Choice
The American Express Gold Card has been a favorite among credit card enthusiasts, and one editor-in-chief shares his personal experience with the card. With over 25 credit cards to…
PingPong Partners with Visa to Enable Supplier Payments via Commercial Cards
PingPong has joined forces with Visa to facilitate commercial card payments for supplier invoices. This innovative solution allows businesses to pay their suppliers even if those s…
PayRoc Partners with BTR to Enhance Credit Card Surcharging Services
BTR, a truck rental service, has recently adopted PayRoc's credit card surcharging platform. This strategic move aims to offset nearly $400,000 in annual credit card processing fee…
Human Error Contributes to Majority of Financial Services Breaches
Recent findings from a Verizon report reveal that 65% of financial services breaches involve human factors. The report highlights the ongoing challenges of phishing, social enginee…
Global USDC Payouts Now Possible Across 190 Countries
Nium has partnered with Circle Payments Network to enable USDC settlement with local payouts worldwide. This collaboration makes Nium a global payout partner for Circle. The move e…
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti to Boost Nexi Stake
Italy's state-backed lender Cassa Depositi e Prestiti is set to increase its stake in payments giant Nexi in 2026. The move is part of a broader strategy. Cassa Depositi e Prestiti…
Card-to-Account Payment Solution Debuts
PingPong and Visa have teamed up to launch a new payment solution on May 27, 2026, aimed at streamlining B2B transactions. The collaboration brings together PingPong's embedded fin…
Cross-Border Payments Hit Latin America
Alipay+, a global payment gateway backed by Ant International, is expanding into Latin America, connecting 150 million merchants and two billion consumer accounts. The rollout bega…
Visa-Backed Fintech Firm Cuts Jobs Abruptly
Branch International, a San Francisco-based digital lending and banking platform, has laid off staff in Kenya and Nigeria. The company, backed by Visa, implemented targeted workfor…
Automated Shopping to Boost Card Fees
Visa and Mastercard's top financial officers revealed plans for „agentic commerce„on May 27, 2026, a concept that removes human involvement from purchases. This development is expe…
Latin America's Travel Boom Fuels Mobile Payment Push
Visitors to Latin America will soon find it easier to make mobile payments thanks to Alipay+, a global payment network. The expansion comes as travel demand strengthens across the …
Fintech Startups Face Off at Wales Fintech Festival
Wales' most promising fintech startups and scaleups will compete at the Wales Fintech Festival on June 3, 2026, at Swansea Building Society Arena. Innovate Finance is bringing its …
The Uneven Geography of Modern Finance
Financial firms are redefining their roles in the transaction process. This shift is driven by technological advancements and changing consumer behaviors. Major players are adoptin…
Mortgage Rates Decline Amid Positive Developments in Iran
Mortgage rates have decreased today, as diplomatic discussions between the U.S. and Iran show promising advancements. This shift reflects a slight easing of tensions, which could i…
Hotel Tech Giants Unite to Simplify Operations
Mews and SiteMinder, two major hotel technology firms, are merging their platforms to integrate distribution and hotel operations. This move aims to break down data silos that hind…
Tennessee Imposes New Tax on Cross-Border Payments
The state of Tennessee will start charging a $10 tax on cross-border payments, plus an additional 2% fee for transactions over $500, under a new law that has sparked criticism from…
Fintech Awards Open for Nominations
The UF AWARDS GLOBAL 2026 nomination stage is now open, inviting top fintech, financial services, and brokerage brands to compete. The awards recognize innovation, dedication, and …
BlinkPay and BNZ Achieve Milestone in Real-Time Payments Using Open Banking
BlinkPay has successfully demonstrated the feasibility of real-time payments in New Zealand, collaborating with BNZ for testing. This achievement marks a significant step forward i…
Credit Unions Face AI Expectations
Consumers and small businesses are driving demand for AI-powered financial services, putting pressure on credit unions to deliver. A recent report examines this trend, highlighting…
Faster Android App Checkouts with Google Pay
Google is enhancing the checkout experience for Android app users by allowing developers to tap into stored credentials. The tech giant is enabling developers to leverage users' st…
Mortgage Rates Surge to 9-Month High
Mortgage rates jumped to their highest level in nine months over the Memorial Day weekend. The average 30-year mortgage rate rose significantly. This change occurred just before th…
Enhanced Identity Checks Coming to Canadian Payments
Interac, Canada's payments network, is bolstering its identity verification services through a partnership with Incode Technologies, announced on May 26, 2026. This collaboration a…
Staff Cuts Hit Branch International in Africa
Visa-backed digital lending startup Branch International is cutting staff at its Kenyan and Nigerian offices despite reporting a $30 million profit. The layoffs come as the company…
Africa's Payment Revolution Takes Shape
Africa's payments landscape is transforming rapidly, driven by technological advancements and a rise in cross-border trade. The continent is embracing faster, more secure payment s…