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Revolut Is Preparing to Enter the Banking Industry in Japan

Revolut Is Preparing to Enter the Banking Industry in Japan

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Revolut is planting deeper roots in Japan. The FinTech has just established a new holding company in the country, signaling long-term ambitions. While Revolut hasn’t confirmed whether this move points to a full banking license, an acquisition, or another strategic step, the new structure

Visa-Backed Moniepoint Raises $90M to Fuel African Expansion

Visa-Backed Moniepoint Raises $90M to Fuel African Expansion

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic, Nigerian FinTech leader Moniepoint has secured an additional $90 million in funding, bringing its total raise to $200 million. The round included participation from Visa, Leapfrog, DPI, and Google’s Africa Investment Fund. According to SVP Ross Strike, Moniepoint is now valued at over $1 billion.

Mexico’s FinTech Surge Continues: Revolut Joins the Wave

Mexico’s FinTech Surge Continues: Revolut Joins the Wave

Hey Digital Bank Fanatic! Remember when I told you Mexico’s FinTech scene is on fire? 🔥 Well, here’s more proof: Revolut just became an official bank in Mexico, securing full approval from CNBV (National Banking and Securities Commission) to operate as a multiple banking institution. Big step for Revolut,

🇲🇽 Mexico’s FinTech Boom: Plata Raises $250M, Nubank Hits 13M Users

🇲🇽 Mexico’s FinTech Boom: Plata Raises $250M, Nubank Hits 13M Users

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Mexico is on fire right now 🔥 — at least when it comes to FinTech. Plata just raised $250M at a $3.1B valuation, as the fast-growing startup (led by ex-Tinkoff exec Neri Tollardo) gears up to become a fully licensed bank. From 100 employees to

🤯 MrBeast Just Filed to Launch His Own Bank, No Joke

🤯 MrBeast Just Filed to Launch His Own Bank, No Joke

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! MrBeast just filed a trademark to launch his own bank. Yep, MrBeast Financial might soon be a real thing. Kudos to Nik Milanovic for catching this one 👌 The filing was made on an intent-to-use basis, meaning this isn’t just a vanity play — there

Bunq Lets Users Earn Airline Miles ✈️

Bunq Lets Users Earn Airline Miles ✈️

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Bunq is giving its loyalty program a lift! The Amsterdam-based digital bank is partnering with Ascenda to let users earn rewards while they spend. Customers in selected countries, including Germany, France, Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands, can now convert points into airline miles and other

Revolut’s UK Licence Faces New Hurdles as Wise Expands in the UAE

Revolut’s UK Licence Faces New Hurdles as Wise Expands in the UAE

Hey Digital Banking Fanatic! Revolut’s full UK banking licence is facing another delay, and regulators are not making it easy. According to the Financial Times, the Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority wants stronger proof that Revolut’s risk systems can keep up with its explosive growth. The