Puja Sharma

Mumbai

Financial Reporter at IBS Intelligence

Assistant Editor at IBS Intelligence

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The Monday Roundup: what we are watching this week | Apr 14th

1 week ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

The Monday Roundup: what we are watching this week | Apr 14thThe Monday Roundup sets the scene for the week’s biggest news stories, industry deals, and upcoming events. For Prime subscribers only. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has unveiled a series of measures to strengthen the UK’s FinTech ecosystem. Key updates include improvements to the Regulatory Sandbox, enabling companies to safely trial innovative products with tailored support, accelerating their path to market.
The Weekly Wrap: all you need to know by Friday COB | April 11th

1 week ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

By Puja Sharma Today Deals of the Week FinTech Deals FinTech event 2025 The Weekly Wrap is published every Friday and recaps the week’s main stories and deals, as well as upcoming events and announcements for Prime subscribers only.
RBI eases UPI rules to enable high-value merchant payments

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a significant update to its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) framework by allowing banks and payment service providers more control over transaction limits for in-person payments at merchant outlets. Under the new guidelines, financial institutions can set their transaction caps for UPI-based payments at physical stores, provided they stay within the overarching limit defined by the RBI.
The Road to Regulation - how New Zealand set the standard

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

Today Afterpay BNPL Compliance By Iana Vidal, Head of Policy and Government Affairs, ClearpayBuy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) firms are waiting for the Government to lay final legislation in Parliament. After which, the FCA will consult and finalise the rules before they are enforced in 2026.
How global merchants are localising payments in LatAm in real-time

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

How global merchants are localising payments in LatAm in real-timeLatin America’s digital payments ecosystem is undergoing a massive transformation. From the explosive rise of Brazil’s Pix to the growing popularity of e-wallets and local card networks, consumers across the region are embracing a wider mix of payment methods. As global digital commerce expands, international businesses are increasingly recognising the need to localise their payment strategies in this fast-evolving landscape.
FNZ raises $500m to drive long-term WealthTech innovation

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

FNZ, the global end-to-end technology platform serving wealth and asset management businesses, has secured $500 million in new equity funding. The company has secured equity funding from its long-term institutional investors, who remain closely aligned with FNZ’s strategy and ambitions.
Affirm partners with REVOLVE to offer Pay-Over-Time at fashion checkout in U.S.

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

Affirm partners with REVOLVE to offer Pay-Over-Time at fashion checkout in U.S.Affirm, the payment network that empowers consumers and drives growth for merchants, today announced that it has signed a partnership with Revolve Group, Inc., the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers.
Viva.com expands Mastercard instant payments to UK and Europe

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

Viva.com, the tech-driven bank for businesses, has extended its use of Mastercard Move to 24 European countries, now including the UK. The move will allow businesses to send and receive money almost instantly across Europe through its platform. The demand for near-instant payments is at an all-time high. The European Central Bank reports a steady rise in consumer preference for near-instant transactions while businesses gain improved cash flow and efficiency.
Sohar International teams up with BNY to strengthen investment services in Oman

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

Sohar International teams up with BNY to strengthen investment services in OmanSohar International has partnered with the Bank of New York Mellon (BNY) to strengthen its custody and asset servicing capabilities for clients in Oman. The move aims to support the growth of the country’s financial ecosystem and expand access to global markets.
ClearBank expands banking services for Kraken’s UK operations

2 weeks ago | ibsintelligence.com | Puja Sharma

ClearBank has announced a regional partnership with Kraken, a digital asset platform. Through this extended partnership, ClearBank will provide GBP clearing services to Kraken’s UK-based clients, enabling smooth and secure deposits and withdrawals within the digital asset ecosystem. Building and maintaining reliable, instant fiat payment rails has been a consistent challenge that has held back digital asset adoption.