Mastercard has entered into a partnership with Qover, the insurtech firm based in Brussels, initiating a new service in Belgium and Luxembourg that automates return shipping costs for credit cardholders. This feature is a timely innovation, responding to the surge in e-commerce activities within the region; notably, Belgian e-commerce penetration hit 90% early in 2024,…
International money transfer company, Wise, hass reported a 25% increase in active customers to 11.4 million in the six months to September 2024, marking a 2.8-times expansion in its customer base over four years as the fintech deepens its integration with domestic payment systems. The London-based firm, which offers cross border payments and multi-currency accounts,…
On 22 and 23 October, FinTech LIVE will continue to expand its inspirational event series by hosting a captivating event- FinTech LIVE London Global Summit. Those who attend will be able to listen to motivational keynotes from industry experts, participate in fascinating workshops and listen to engaging panel discussions. FinTech LIVE London Global Summit will…
The UK has further dominated the European FinTech sector, capturing a remarkable 65% share of all deals in the first half of 2024, according to a new annual report analysing the sector. The annual stare of European Fintech report by Finch Capital highlights a year marked by turbulence, with overall funding in European FinTech declining…
