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Zopa Opens Second UK Hub in Manchester

Zopa Opens Second UK Hub in Manchester

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Zopa, which recently reached 1.5 million customers, is growing across all fronts. The digital bank just announced that, in addition to its London office, it will open a new one in Manchester. The launch is set for early August, with initial plans to recruit around

Revolut, OakNorth Consider LSE’s Pisces Platform

Revolut, OakNorth Consider LSE’s Pisces Platform

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Some of the UK’s best-known digital banks, like Revolut and OakNorth, have met privately with over 20 firms to explore joining the new Pisces private stock market, after being approached by the London Stock Exchange. Supported by a new rulebook from the FCA, it is

Circle and Qonto Are Going After Banking Licenses

Circle and Qonto Are Going After Banking Licenses

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Klarna’s Neobank Pivot Ahead of U.S. Listing

Klarna’s Neobank Pivot Ahead of U.S. Listing

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! For all the new products Klarna has launched, and despite public efforts by its CEO to shift perception, the company’s name still evokes “buy now, pay later” for many consumers and investors. This comes as Klarna prepares for a second U.S. IPO, after putting

Spendbase Launches Digital Banking & Virtual Cards to Boost Expense Control for Businesses

Spendbase Launches Digital Banking & Virtual Cards to Boost Expense Control for Businesses

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Spendbase, the platform known for helping companies reduce costs on software and cloud services, is expanding into digital banking, providing businesses with even greater transparency and control over their spending. With this new offering, companies can now: * Instantly open EU and UK IBAN accounts * Move money

Revolut Reaches 60M Users, Acquires Bank in Argentina

Revolut Reaches 60M Users, Acquires Bank in Argentina

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Revolut has just over 60 million customers 🤯, marking 60% of the way toward its customer target. This comes seven months after CEO Nik Storonsky shared his broader vision in a conversation with Martin Mignot at Slush: "Revolut’s future? nr1 Global Bank in 100 countries

Nubank’s NuCel Gets a Physical Chip

Nubank’s NuCel Gets a Physical Chip

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Nubank is expanding its presence in the telecom market. After launching NuCel last year with only eSIM support, the company is now introducing physical SIM cards. The service remains the same: national coverage, unlimited calls, free WhatsApp usage, and fixed monthly plans. By adding physical SIM