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Revolut Secures UK Banking License, Launching Growth Strategy
Featured12 Mar 2026

Revolut Secures UK Banking License, Launching Growth Strategy

Revolut has received UK banking approval allowing it to offer full services. The company plans a £3 billion investment and aims to create 1,000 jobs as part of its expansion.

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Fintech12 Mar 2026

Santander-Visa AI Shopping Agents Complete First LatAm Transactions

Santander and Visa have successfully completed pilot AI agent transactions across five Latin American markets, marking a breakthrough in automated commerce. The tests involved AI agents purchasing items like chocolates and books, demonstrating the potential for secure, AI-driven shopping experiences.

Revolut Receives Full UK Banking Licence After Five-Year Wait
Fintech12 Mar 2026

Revolut Receives Full UK Banking Licence After Five-Year Wait

Digital banking giant Revolut has finally secured its full UK banking licence from regulators after a five-year application process. The milestone allows the fintech to offer deposit protection and expand services to its 13 million UK customers.

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License, Plans £3bn Investment
Fintech12 Mar 2026

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License, Plans £3bn Investment

Revolut Bank UK has received approval from the Prudential Regulation Authority to operate as a fully licensed bank, serving its 13 million UK customers. The milestone enables the fintech giant to offer protected deposits and potentially expand into lending services.

Truist Partners with Plaid to Enhance Open Banking for Clients
Fintech12 Mar 2026

Truist Partners with Plaid to Enhance Open Banking for Clients

Truist Financial Corporation has formed a strategic partnership with Plaid Inc. to expand secure open banking capabilities for consumer and small business clients. The collaboration aims to provide enhanced financial control, improved data quality, and streamlined digital banking experiences through cooperative data sharing and joint product innovations.

Revolut Bank Launches in the UK Following Regulatory Approval
Fintech12 Mar 2026

Revolut Bank Launches in the UK Following Regulatory Approval

Revolut Bank UK Ltd officially launched after receiving full banking license from the Prudential Regulation Authority. The bank aims to provide innovative financial services to its 13 million customers.

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License After Three-Year Wait
Fintech11 Mar 2026

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License After Three-Year Wait

Fintech giant Revolut has obtained its full UK banking license after first applying in 2021, enabling the $75 billion company to offer lending and expanded banking services. The milestone represents a crucial step in the company's mission to become a global banking powerhouse.

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License for Crypto Platform
Fintech11 Mar 2026

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License for Crypto Platform

London-based fintech Revolut has received a full UK banking license, marking a significant milestone in its journey to become a global digital bank. The approval provides deposit protection up to £120,000 for eligible customers while keeping crypto and stock trading services separate.

Revolut Receives Full UK Banking License After 5-Year Wait
Fintech11 Mar 2026

Revolut Receives Full UK Banking License After 5-Year Wait

British fintech Revolut has finally secured unrestricted banking authorization from UK regulators after a lengthy approval process that began in 2021. The company will begin offering current accounts to select customers immediately and plans to expand into lending and mortgages.

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License After Years-Long Wait
Fintech11 Mar 2026

Revolut Secures Full UK Banking License After Years-Long Wait

London-based fintech Revolut has finally received full regulatory approval to operate as a bank in the UK after a lengthy process that began in 2021. The company will now begin rolling out current accounts and expanding its product suite beyond its existing services.

Visa Launches AI-Powered Authorization Platform for Payment Acquirers
Fintech10 Mar 2026

Visa Launches AI-Powered Authorization Platform for Payment Acquirers

Visa has launched Intelligent Authorization, a new capability within its Visa Acceptance Platform that enables payment acquirers to process authorizations across multiple card networks through a single API. The platform aims to help smaller acquirers compete with larger players by offering 99.999% uptime and advanced machine learning capabilities without requiring infrastructure overhauls.

Visa Direct Partners with Citcon to Enhance Cross-Border Payments
Fintech10 Mar 2026

Visa Direct Partners with Citcon to Enhance Cross-Border Payments

Merchant payments provider Citcon has partnered with Visa Direct to expand push payment capabilities across domestic and international corridors. The collaboration aims to provide faster payouts and improved settlement experiences for Citcon's network of over 3,000 merchants.