i-payout Appoints CFO to Boost Global Payments Strategy
September 18, 20254 min
Seasoned payments leader to align pricing, treasury, and compliance as instant and cross-border volumes grow.
ParaScript, BIRGER. Bring AI Check Tech to Mauritius Banks
September 18, 20255 min
ParaScript, an AI-powered document processing company, has partnered with BIRGER., a trusted provider of innovative technology solutions in the Eastern African region. The collaboration will help commercial banks in Mauritius automate high-volume check processing while strengthening fraud detection capabilities. BIRGER. has successfully deployed check truncation solutions across several banks in Mauritius. As banks seek to reduce manual processes, lower operational costs and strengthen fraud defenses, BIRGER. identified the need for advanced check processing technology that balances...
areeba, Entrust Enable Google Pay in Lebanon First
September 17, 20256 min
News Summary Entrust enables areeba, the global leader in payment infrastructure, to become the first in Lebanon to enable Google Pay. This development builds on a longstanding collaboration, as areeba has previously partnered with Entrust on central and instant payment card issuance. Adopting the Entrust Digital Card Solution supports areeba’s digital-first strategy, delivering a fully integrated, seamless, and customer-centric payment experience to its growing base of fintech and banking clients. Entrust, a global leader in...
Alipay+ to Enable Cross-Border QR Payments in Saudi Arabia
September 16, 20254 min
The Saudi Central Bank and Ant International, a leading global digital payment, digitisation, and financial technology provider, will launch cross-border QR code payments between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) national payment scheme, mada, and Ant International’s global wallet gateway, Alipay+, in 2026 to drive digitisation and inclusive growth for local merchants. “We are deeply honoured to support the ambitious goals of Vision 2030 and build on the strong digital infrastructure by SAMA to enhance...
SMBs, Consumers Push for Smarter Payment Platforms
September 16, 20258 min
UK consumers and SMBs are thinking more strategically about their finances, opening the door for payment platforms to deliver integrated solutions that drive greater value and engagement
Thunes Launches Real-Time Cross-Border Payments to Saudi Arabia
September 15, 20255 min
Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, has announced the rollout of real-time cross-border payments into Saudi Arabia. Through its Direct Global Network, Thunes’ Members can now deliver instant payouts directly to bank accounts and wallets in the Kingdom in Saudi Riyals (SAR), streamlining transactions for both individuals and businesses. The move comes as Saudi Arabia accelerates its financial sector transformation under Vision 2030, with rising demand for fast and transparent cross-border payments. According to industry data*, the...
Remitly Launches Remitly One, All-in-One Financial Membership
September 12, 20255 min
Remitly Global, Inc., a trusted provider of digital financial services that transcend borders, today announced the launch of Remitly One, a new all-in-one financial membership designed to help customers move, manage, and grow their money across borders. “For too long, managing money across borders has been harder, riskier, and more expensive than it should be,” said Matt Oppenheimer, Remitly Co-founder and CEO. “Remitly One is built to change that. It marks our evolution from a...
Paystand Named Leader in Mid-Market B2B Payments
September 12, 20256 min
Wins Multiple G2 and Capterra Honors for Customer-Centric Payments Innovation Recognition Across User Satisfaction, Product Functionality, and Support Validates Paystand’s Impact as a Mid-Market Leader in B2B Payments
OatFi & GigSafe Launch Early Pay for 1099 Contractors
September 12, 20253 min
GigSafe, the all-in-one workforce management platform for businesses that engage independent contractors, today announced a partnership with OatFi, the API-first fintech infrastructure company modernizing how B2B payments are made and received. Together, the companies are launching an Early Pay program designed to make immediate payouts to independent contractors while allowing businesses to extend payment terms. Through the partnership, businesses engaging 1099 workforces receive industry-standard payment terms while offering early payouts to contractors. GigSafe manages compliance,...
Remi Tech Launches Compliant Stablecoin Settlement System
September 11, 20255 min
Remi Technology, a pioneer in compliant digital finance solutions, today launched the Remi Global Stablecoin Clearing System a first-of-its-kind infrastructure integrating banking-grade settlement with built-in AML/CFT and RegTech capabilities. This breakthrough redefines cross-border finance by merging stablecoin efficiency with regulatory certainty for banks, financial institutions, and Web3 enterprises. A New Standard for Compliant Digital Finance The Remi System delivers a regulation-ready framework for stablecoin issuance, trading, and settlement, addressing critical pain points in global payments: Instant, low-cost...