BaaS fintech Swan plans European expansion with €37m Series B
France-based Swan will be launching in the Netherlands and Italy.
Spain
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US fintech Block set to close European payments app Verse
The move is part of Block’s plans to reduce brand spending.
Banco Santander, BBVA and CaixaBank team up to tackle fraud with FrauDfense
FrauDfense is a new company set up to enable the exchange of information between the three banks.
Santander reportedly looks to boost investment banking operations with new hires
Reuters reports Santander is making at least 50 new hires in a push to become a major investment banking player.
Turkish fintech Papara acquires Spanish neobank Rebellion Pay
Papara calls the acquisition a “crucial step” in its European expansion strategy.
BBVA to hire over 2,600 technology experts in 2023
Of the amount foreseen for 2023, the bank says 1,200 professionals have already joined this year.
CaixaBank launches FXWallets service for international payments
FXWallets is currently available in pilot mode for select customers, with a wider rollout planned for September.
Orange in exclusive negotiations with BNP Paribas as it looks to exit retail banking market
The move follows a strategic review of Orange’s banking business launched several months ago.
Europe funding round-up: DJUST, Apron, Trezy and more
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across Europe.
CaixaBank launches new app to turn Android devices into POS terminals
The solution is compatible with Visa and Mastercard and offers the same level of security as a traditional POS.
