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PayFuture Granted Full Approval for EU EMI License

Fintech Finance

The license approval marks a major milestone in PayFuture Group’s growth strategy, enabling EU merchants to expand their global reach into emerging markets through alternative payment methods (APMs) and with future capabilities to support card payments.

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Mashreq Becomes the First Bank in the UAE to Offer Aani Instant Payments for SMEs via Mashreq Biz App

Fintech Finance

Mashreq , one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has announced the launch of Aani Instant Payments, a new solution enabling SME businesses to collect payments from their customers instantly, securely, and seamlessly with no IBAN required.

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Optimus poised for growth in the payments sector

The Payments Association

Optimus, a leading regulated technology company specialising in payment solutions, is set for significant growth in 2025. With a revamped commercial strategy and an unwavering commitment to customer-centric solutions, Optimus is primed to solidify its position as a key player in the payments industry.

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Virtual Account Numbers Facilitate International Digital Banking

PYMNTS

In an interview with PYMNTS, Lilia Metodieva, managing director at Monneo , said virtual international bank account numbers (IBANs) can help firms gain scale internationally, and customize payments to serve the needs of their end customers. That is where digital banking and the virtual IBANs come in,” she said.

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Satispay Partners with Stripe to Offer the Most Versatile and User-Friendly Payment Solution for Businesses and Consumers in Italy

Fintech Finance

Users only need to link their bank account to the Satispay app with an IBAN in order to send or receive money, no card networks or other intermediaries are involved. Satispay’s strength lies in its simplicity and transparency.

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Clear Junction Named as One of Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies for Second Year Running

Fintech Finance

The company now operates in over 100 countries and territories, processes more than €50 billion in payments annually, serves over 300 financial institutions worldwide, and supports more than 10 million end customers with virtual IBANs – reinforcing its role as a trusted leader in cross-border payments.

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BCB Group and BlockFills Partner for Efficient Payments Services

Fintech Finance

Within the terms, BlockFills has adopted BCB Group payment accounts in US Dollars (USD), Sterling (GBP), Euro (EUR), and Yen (JPY) for its fiat currency operations. BCB is also providing virtual IBANs , allowing BlockFills to efficiently manage and reconcile payments in and out of its accounts.

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