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New index links digital confidence to nation's GDP growth

17 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

Economic growth isn’t just about exports and infrastructure anymore—it’s also about how confidently your citizens click “Buy Now.” A groundbreaking new study by Checkout.com reveals a direct link between consumer trust in the digital economy and national GDP growth, proving that in today’s world, trust is more than just a virtue; it’s economic fuel. The inaugural Digital Economy Trust Index, released by Checkout.com, ranks 16 countries based on consumer confidence in digital platforms.
PayU gets RBI approval to operate as Online Payment Aggregator in India

18 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

PayU gets RBI approval to operate as Online Payment Aggregator in IndiaOnline payment services provider PayU has received final authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as an Online Payment Aggregator under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007. This regulatory milestone marks a significant step forward for the Prosus-backed FinTech player in cementing its role in India’s evolving digital financial ecosystem. “We are pleased to share that PayU Payments Pvt. Ltd.
Tuum to support Bondora’s digital banking ambitions across Europe

18 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

Tuum, a next-generation core banking platform, has been selected by Bondora, a long-established European consumer finance provider, to power its digital banking ambitions and streamline its lending operations across multiple EU countries. The partnership marks a major step in Bondora’s transformation strategy as it explores the transition from a consumer lending business to a fully licensed digital bank.
M1xchange raises $10m to boost MSME supply chain finance in India

21 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

Supply chain financing platform M1xchange Datalabs has raised $10 million (around INR 84 Cr) from Filter Capital via the secondary deal. The funding comes as M1xchange is looking to expand its efforts to help MSMEs access working capital through invoice discounting. India’s supply chain finance landscape is undergoing rapid transformation, supported by the RBI’s TReDS framework and a broader push toward digital adoption across industries.
Mambu powers InnBucks MicroBank’s full-scale digital transformation in Africa

21 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

InnBucks MicroBank Limited has partnered with Mambu to support its transition from a digital wallet provider to a fully digital bank. This shift marks a significant development in InnBucks’ growth as it looks to expand its financial services footprint across Zimbabwe and into other African markets. Originally launched in 2022 under Simbisa Brands Limited, InnBucks started by offering wallet services tied to the company’s network of quick-service restaurants.
ClearBank taps Ozone API to accelerate open banking across UK & EU

22 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

ClearBank, a provider of real-time clearing and embedded banking services, has partnered with Ozone API, an expert in open banking technology. The collaboration will enhance ClearBank’s open banking API capabilities and accelerate the adoption of open banking across global markets, well beyond basic PSD2 compliance. This move aligns with ClearBank’s international expansion, following its entry into the European market via the Netherlands in 2024.
Zopa raises $100m, marks first bond listing on London Stock Exchange

22 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

UK digital bank Zopa has raised £80 million ($100m) in Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital through an oversubscribed issuance on the International Securities Market (ISM) of the London Stock Exchange, its first-ever bond listing. Both new and existing institutional investors backed the raise, which followed a successful €80 million equity round in November 2024. Unlike equity fundraising, the AT1 issuance strengthens Zopa’s capital base without diluting shareholder ownership.
Sandstone Technology and Chetwood Bank win IBSi Digital Banking Award 2025

23 hours ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

Sandstone Technology , in collaboration with Chetwood Bank, has secured the IBSi Digital Banking Award 2025 in the Customer and Program Impact category. The recognition highlights the successful rollout and tangible business outcomes of Chetwood’s enhanced digital savings platform, developed in partnership with Sandstone Technology. Deployed in under seven months, the platform has fully automated the customer onboarding process and significantly improved the user experience.
Visa and Ubisoft partner to blend gaming and digital payments

1 day ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

Visa and Ubisoft partner to blend gaming and digital paymentsVisa has announced a three-year strategic partnership with Ubisoft, the renowned video game developer and publisher headquartered in France. This partnership marks a significant step in the convergence of gaming and financial services in Europe and the UK. The collaboration will see co-branded marketing campaigns launched around some of Ubisoft’s most iconic titles, including the newly released Just Dance™ 2025.
Pinwheel and nCino join forces to streamline direct deposit switching

1 day ago | ibsintelligence.com | Gloria Methri

Pinwheel, a FinTech known for its frictionless activation and engagement tools, has announced a strategic partnership with banking software provider nCino. This partnership will make Pinwheel a preferred partner for Direct Deposit Switching (DDS) within the nCino ecosystem. As part of the agreement, nCino will integrate Pinwheel Deposit Switch into its Consumer Banking Solution, enabling financial institutions to offer faster, easier, and more effective direct deposit switching.