Banking Apps Rank Higher Than Branches for UK Consumers
March 18, 20257 min
New FICO research finds that consumer preferences are switching from branches to apps, requiring a shift in the customer experience
Vine Financial was recognized by the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) at its ThinkTECH Showcase during ICBA’s national convention, ICBA LIVE in Nashville, as the program’s Most Valuable Participant. The MVP award, sponsored by TrueNorth, recognizes the most evolved fintech offering based on program engagement and alignment with community bank business priorities. The showcase event highlighted fintech solutions representing a wide range of offerings, including vendor management, check fraud prevention, integration, digital banking for families, conversational AI,...
Truist strengthens middle market banking team in New Jersey
March 13, 20255 min
Truist announced today the hiring of veteran commercial banking executive Gino Di Saverio, who leads a growing middle market banking team in New Jersey that includes three other recent hires. “Gino’s sterling reputation for generating new client relationships and building high-performing teams will greatly benefit Truist,” said Travis Rhodes, Truist’s regional president for New Jersey and Pennsylvania. “His experience and leadership will help Truist grow its presence in the market and deepen relationships with existing clients.” Truist’s middle market banking team...
Leader Bank Expands with Blend to Support National Growth
March 13, 20255 min
Partnership to Boost Efficiency and Deliver a Frictionless Client Experience Across Digital and Retail Mortgage Channels
Bloxley, the major new digital finance app, is set to shake up consumer finance across the USA. In development for three years, it utilizes Mbanq’s world-class embedded banking and compliance solutions. Bloxley stands out for its professionalism, user-friendliness and style. It will deliver premium quality, AI-enhanced, digital finance solutions with a clear focus on industry-leading UX and UI. Launching later this year on Mbanq’s embedded finance platform, Bloxley is set to give digital financial services...
Apiture Enriches Data Intelligence with Core Banking Data
March 13, 20254 min
Apiture, a leading provider of digital banking solutions, announced today from ICBA LIVE 2025 that its Data Intelligence solution has been enhanced to include data from its clients’ core banking solutions, transforming how community banks and credit unions understand and engage with their account holders across all channels. Part of the Apiture Digital Banking Platform, the Apiture Data Intelligence solution is a multi-tiered toolset that helps financial institutions deliver personalized banking experiences, optimize marketing efforts, and enhance operational efficiency. By consolidating...
BaaS Leader Synctera Raises $15M; Signs Bolt, Its Largest Customer To Date
March 12, 20256 min
The $15M investment, co-led by Fin Capital and Diagram Ventures, combined with signing its largest customer to date, Bolt, and partnership with Hawk, a pioneer in the use of AI in fighting financial crime, cements Synctera’s leadership position in BaaS and embedded finance.
Plata Completes Its Series A Round with a USD 1.5B Valuation
March 12, 20259 min
Less than two years after launch in April 2023, Plata’s valuation reached USD 1.5B after receiving its banking license authorization in December 2024, surpassing one million active customers in early 2025. The USD 160 million Series A equity round brings the total investment that Plata has made into the Mexican economy since its launch to over USD 750 million. Series A, which positions Plata as one of Mexico’s most valuable Digital Banks*, was led by Kora. Plata, the Mexican digital bank that received its banking license...
SRM Unveils New Website Showcasing Global Financial Services
March 10, 20253 min
SRM, a trusted advisory firm focused on powering client performance globally, announced the launch of its new website. Featuring an updated design and user-friendly navigation, the site highlights SRM’s expanded global services across payments, sourcing, strategic advisory, and technology. Some of the key features of the website include an enhanced interface for a seamless user experience, expanded information on SRM’s broad service offerings targeted to financial institutions and fintech, and a comprehensive SRM Perspectives section...
Fintel Connect, the leading affiliate marketing solution specialized for fintech and banking, has unveiled its latest industry resource: The 2025 Cost-Per-Acquisition Benchmarking Guide for Financial Services. With ever-changing market conditions in fintech and banking, this report reviews key factors influencing acquisition costs for financial brands across North America and offers actionable insights to optimize budgets and growth planning. Understanding your acquisition costs is the foundation of any successful marketing strategy, especially in financial services where...