Marcel van Oost

Hey FinTech Fanatic! After last week’s news of Curve’s £36 million loss—though an improvement of 48% from the previous year—and its decision to pause US operations, fresh fintech funding of £37 million has landed, bringing a positive turn for the London-based fintech company. The funding round

Hi FinTech Fanatic, FinTech Meetup in Las Vegas this week was amazing—but did it leave you wanting more consistent visibility for your brand year-round? Events are great, but lasting impact comes from ongoing, strategic branding. There are so many new ways to reach and influence FinTech decision-makers—newsletters like

Hey FinTech Fanatic! Polish FinTech Zen.com is making its way into Southeast Asia, establishing a new office in Singapore. Focused on simplifying payments, the company is positioning itself between Europe and Asia, working to make cross-border transactions more seamless for businesses and individuals. This expansion comes through a partnership

Hey FinTech Fanatic! Today, Revolut marks progress on two fronts—one through expansion and another through deeper integration. While its global reach continues to grow, these latest updates focus on strengthening its presence in key European markets. 🇪🇸 In Spain, Revolut has launched its point-of-sale (POS) device, Revolut Terminal. This rollout

Hey FinTech Fanatic! After Bitso, Clip, Konfío, and Stori—and three years without a new unicorn—Mexico has finally completed its “manita” with a fifth FinTech unicorn: Plata. The company hit a $1.5 billion valuation after closing a $160 million Series A round led by Kora. Founded in 2023

Hey FinTech Fanatic! Despite past regulatory hurdles, major crypto firms are now moving toward public markets. Kraken and Gemini are both preparing for IPOs, a sign of renewed confidence in the sector as the political climate in the U.S. shifts in favor of digital assets. Kraken is targeting an