In an era where the digitalization of financial transactions is rapidly transforming industries, Highnote, a San Francisco-based company, is making waves with significant advancements in embedded payments and card issuing. Led by former executives of Braintree, Highnote has recently secured $90
HSBC has recently decided to close down its international payments app, Zing, which was launched just a year ago. This decision is part of a broader strategy to simplify operations and focus on areas where the bank holds a clear competitive advantage. Unveiled in January 2024, Zing was introduced
The banking sector is poised for a significant uptick in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in 2025, driven by anticipated regulatory relaxations and a stabilizing national economy. This shift is expected to create a more conducive environment for banks to engage in strategic mergers, enhancing their
The backdrop of television shows and movies often paints a glamorous picture of bank heists, but the real-life ramifications are far from depicted on-screen excitement. The Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) Chicago field office recently shared data with WGN News, indicating a significant
Open banking is revolutionizing the financial industry by providing consumers with unprecedented control over their personal financial data. Under Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Act, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has laid the groundwork for this initiative, aiming to boost
In a remarkable financial turnaround, Japan's SoftBank Group reported a net profit of 1.18 trillion yen, or approximately $7.7 billion, for the quarter ending in September, significantly exceeding analysts' expectations of 287 billion yen ($1.87 billion). The company managed to shift from a
