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Yaspa raises USD $12 million for US expansion & Atlanta launch
Fintech

Yaspa raises USD $12 million for US expansion & Atlanta launch

London fintech Yaspa raises USD $12 million led by Discerning Capital to expand into the US with a new base in Atlanta, targeting regulated gambling payments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Chris Lowe joins Yaspa as Chief Financial Officer for expansion
Fintech

Chris Lowe joins Yaspa as Chief Financial Officer for expansion

Chris Lowe joins Yaspa as full-time CFO to lead financial strategy during expansion into new markets and sectors across Europe.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Ecommpay wins two Retail Systems Awards for payment innovation
Fintech

Ecommpay wins two Retail Systems Awards for payment innovation

Ecommpay won Payments Innovation and Fraud Prevention of the Year at the Retail Systems Awards 2025 for pioneering eCommerce payout and fraud detection solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
Ecommpay launches free pack to boost eCommerce accessibility
Customer Experience

Ecommpay launches free pack to boost eCommerce accessibility

Ecommpay has launched a free Accessibility Pack to help eCommerce merchants improve website accessibility and boost inclusivity in online shopping.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Ecommpay shortlisted for best eCommerce payment solution award
Fintech

Ecommpay shortlisted for best eCommerce payment solution award

Ecommpay has been shortlisted for the Best eCommerce Payment Solution at the 2025 eCommerce Awards, highlighting its innovative payment journey improvements.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Ecommpay grows processing volume 25% with new payment options
Fintech

Ecommpay grows processing volume 25% with new payment options

Ecommpay's processing volume surged by 25% in 2024, driven by new payment options, commercial partnerships, and enhanced acceptance rates.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 27th May 2025
UK motor insurance switching rises as premiums stabilise
Insurance

UK motor insurance switching rises as premiums stabilise

More UK motorists shopped around for insurance in H2 2024, with 25% switching providers, up from 20% in 2023 amid rising price competitiveness.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Financial Conduct Authority stories

Ecommpay shortlisted for innovation at UK eCommerce Awards
Fintech

Ecommpay shortlisted for innovation at UK eCommerce Awards

Ecommpay is shortlisted in two categories at the UK eCommerce Awards for innovation in its fraud-fighting Graph Analysis tool and Hosted Payment Page solution.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
TISA urges action to boost Targeted Support for more consumers
Legislation

TISA urges action to boost Targeted Support for more consumers

TISA warns current rules limit Targeted Support reach to just a quarter of consumers, urging legal changes to help more vulnerable customers effectively.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
FCA pension transfer review urges balance between speed & safety
Government

FCA pension transfer review urges balance between speed & safety

The FCA's review highlights progress and challenges in UK pension transfers, urging balance between speed, efficiency and consumer protection from scams.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025
UK finance staff embrace AI but fear lack of training
Risk & Compliance

UK finance staff embrace AI but fear lack of training

UK finance staff widely use AI tools but worry about inadequate training, data security, and lack of regulatory oversight in their organisations.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Jun 2025
Ecommpay wins award for innovative secure payouts solution
Crypto

Ecommpay wins award for innovative secure payouts solution

Ecommpay has won the Best Consumer Payments System at the PayTech Awards for its innovative payout solution enhancing secure payments to cards and wallets.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025
UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology
Data Analytics

UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology

UK firms relying on outdated legacy systems risk security breaches, inefficiencies, and missed growth, warns Essenkay amid rising cyber threats and economic pressures.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
NTT DATA unveils digital claims platform for UK auto lenders
Digital Transformation

NTT DATA unveils digital claims platform for UK auto lenders

NTT DATA launches a digital claims platform to help UK banks and auto lenders manage redress claims amid growing scrutiny over motor finance deals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Webull UK & Upvest enable GBP £1 trading in local stocks & ETFs
Fintech

Webull UK & Upvest enable GBP £1 trading in local stocks & ETFs

Webull UK partners with Upvest to offer UK stocks and ETFs trading from GBP £1 via fractional shares, expanding local market access for investors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Blueberry Life seeks backing for AI-driven longevity insurance
Artificial Intelligence

Blueberry Life seeks backing for AI-driven longevity insurance

Blueberry Life launches crowdfunding to back AI-driven longevity insurance, aiming to aid those with chronic illnesses in the UK and beyond live healthier, longer lives.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
Griffin unveils MCP Server to boost AI agents in banking
Fintech

Griffin unveils MCP Server to boost AI agents in banking

Griffin has launched its MCP Server, enabling AI agents to open accounts, make payments and analyse transactions within banking systems securely.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
Calls for review as TISA urges FCA to simplify disclosures
Financial Literacy

Calls for review as TISA urges FCA to simplify disclosures

TISA urges the FCA to simplify consumer disclosures for investments, calling current rules confusing and advocating clearer, unified information.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025