Tagged: digital banking

July 2, 2026 @ 12:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU) and Amazon Brazil have taken their collaboration to the next level by rolling out a complete checkout experience powered by NuPay. The update coincides with Amazon Prime Day, running from July 1 to 7, 2026, and gives eligible customers a wider range… Read More

July 1, 2026 @ 10:23 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) has rolled out a significantly improved version of its Corporate App, delivering a more intuitive and efficient mobile banking platform tailored for corporate and small-to-medium enterprise (SME) clients across Qatar. The upgraded application introduces a completely refreshed user interface designed to… Read More

June 23, 2026 @ 3:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU) announced recently that its virtual mobile network service, NuCel, has attracted more than one million customers in just 17 months since operations began in January 2025. Developed in partnership with Claro, the service integrates mobile connectivity directly into Nubank’s ecosystem, marking a… Read More

June 21, 2026 @ 12:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Suez Canal Bank has announced it is examining ways to create a more connected digital experience that combines everyday banking with investment tools. The bank is working with Thunder, Egypt’s digital investment platform, Visa (NYSE: V), the global payments network, and Modopay, a regional payment technology… Read More

June 21, 2026 @ 12:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank OakNorth has joined forces with Fintex Capital to create a new collaboration in specialty finance. The partnership, which is already operational, has successfully deployed £20 million in joint funding, signaling strong momentum from the outset. This alliance merges OakNorth’s drive to broaden… Read More

June 19, 2026 @ 4:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Starling Group Holdings Limited has successfully priced its inaugural £150 million Tier 2 bond, marking a significant milestone as the first rated public bond sale from a European neobank. The offering, completed on June 11, 2026, attracted demand from international investors, exceeding supply by more… Read More

June 17, 2026 @ 10:01 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital bank Revolut, which supports a global fintech platform currently serving more than 75 million customers around the world, has achieved a regulatory milestone in the United Arab Emirates. On June 17, 2026, the Fintech company confirmed it has obtained full approval for its Stored… Read More

June 16, 2026 @ 1:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU), Latin America’s prominent digital banking platform, has finalized a significant public offering of Financial Bills valued at R$1.59 billion. The deal highlighted robust market confidence, as investor subscriptions surpassed R$3 billion, allowing the company to secure favorable pricing with notably lower rates… Read More

June 12, 2026 @ 2:14 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU), which remains Latin America’s largest digital banking / Fintech platform, has shared details of its ambitious artificial intelligence roadmap. During a recent Nu Videocast session, Chief Technology Officer Eric Young and Rohan Ramanath, General Manager of AI Core, explained how the bank’s… Read More

June 8, 2026 @ 12:53 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent survey by European digital bank bunq highlights a growing fascination with cryptocurrencies in the US, tempered by persistent barriers around knowledge, risk, and confidence in existing online investing platforms. Despite economic pressures encouraging alternative investments, only about one-third of Americans have dipped their… Read More

June 7, 2026 @ 3:58 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Bangladesh-based AB Bank PLC has launched the pilot phase of a new digital lending platform that uses artificial intelligence to automate loan approvals and disbursements, underscoring the growing adoption of AI-powered financial services across emerging markets. The bank said its new service, called “AB e-Loan,”… Read More

June 5, 2026 @ 1:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU), one of the world’s digital banking platforms operating in Brazil and across major LatAm markets, has announced the appointment of finance executive Rob Livingston as its new Chief Financial Officer. The move takes effect on July 13, 2026, marking a significant leadership transition… Read More

June 3, 2026 @ 6:21 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nu Colombia, part of Nubank (NYSE: NU), is marking its fifth year of business operations with impressive milestones that highlight its rapid rise in the local market. The digital financial services provider has now attracted 5 million customers and announced significant new investments, underscoring its… 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 25, 2026 @ 4:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s Starling Bank has reported a somewhat modest downturn in its overall financial performance for the most recent fiscal year. The Fintech firm’s results highlight the considerable challenges posed by a cooling monetary environment and additional provisions for potential credit losses, underscoring the transition from… Read More

May 22, 2026 @ 3:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Brazil’s Nubank (NYSE: NU) is marking its 13th year of business operations across LatAm markets as one of the world’s most impactful Fintech challengers. Founded in 2013, the financial technology company has grown from a just a promising idea born mostly out of frustration and… Read More

May 17, 2026 @ 3:30 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nubank (NYSE: NU) and Revolut decisively stand out as leading global digital banks, each pursuing distinct strategies for growth and monetization. Nubank, primarily operating in Latin America, has built a model centered on high-volume lending in emerging markets with elevated interest margins. It generates the… Read More

May 16, 2026 @ 7:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nu Holdings (NYSE: NU), the parent company of Nubank, reported another solid quarter on May 14, 2026, showcasing its continued dominance as a leading digital financial platform in Latin America. The Fintech company added around 4 million new customers, pushing its global base past 135… Read More

May 15, 2026 @ 8:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Revolut has taken a significant step forward in strengthening its position in the UK financial market after receiving expanded regulatory permissions from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The development allows the fintech firm’s trading division to introduce a more comprehensive suite of investment and wealth… Read More

May 15, 2026 @ 12:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Lloyds Banking Group has released new analysis revealing how digital banking product development and tech advancements could deliver a £100 billion economic boost to UK households over the next decade. The research, published on 11 May 2026, estimates this equates to roughly £3,500 in added… Read More