June 24, 2025
The Dutch Fintech Firm Finom Secures $133 Million in Series C Funding In a significant achievement for the fintech sector, Dutch company Finom has successfully raised $133 million in its Series C funding round. This funding marks an important milestone for the company, which specializes in providing financial services tailored to the needs of modern
June 23, 2025
The Nigerian Startup Hizo Secures $100,000 Seed Funding The Nigerian fintech startup Hizo has successfully raised $100,000 in seed funding from "Friends and Family" to advance its mission of simplifying intra-African money transfers. Transferring Money Made Easy Across Africa Currently in its pilot phase, Hizo is a money transfer platform designed to enhance the often
June 23, 2025
Understanding Our Non-Liability Clause Commitment to Ethical Standards At Startupnews.fyi, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical standards in all our reporting and coverage. Our readers deserve transparency when it comes to the potential conflicts of interest that may arise in our work. Transparency in Reporting It is crucial to recognize that some of
June 23, 2025
Finom Secures €115 Million Series C Funding for European Expansion Amsterdam-based Finom, a pioneering digital financial services platform catering to entrepreneurs and SMEs, has announced the successful closure of a €115 million Series C funding round aimed at accelerating its expansion across Europe. Leadership and Investor Support This financing round was led by AVP, formerly
June 23, 2025
Africa's Premier Fintech Conference Returns to Cairo Mark your calendars for June 24 as Africa’s first fintech conference makes its much-anticipated return to Cairo. This exceptional event promises a day filled with transformative ideas, invaluable networking opportunities, and insightful discussions on the future of financial services in Africa. Engage with Industry Leaders Join an impressive
June 22, 2025
Understanding Non-liability Clauses: Ensuring Transparency and Integrity The Importance of Ethical Standards in Reporting In today's fast-paced media environment, maintaining ethical standards is crucial for building trust with readers. At Startupnews.fyi, we are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical practices in all of our reports. Our commitment to integrity is reflected in our approach to
June 22, 2025
Understanding Our Non-Liability Clause at Startupnews.fyi Our Commitment to Ethical Standards At Startupnews.fyi, we are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in all our published reports and coverage. Our mission is to provide reliable and insightful information while maintaining transparency about any potential conflicts of interest that may arise in our work. Transparency in
June 21, 2025
Fintechs Embrace RuPay Credit Cards Amid UPI Monetization Challenges The Current Landscape of UPI Transactions The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has revolutionized digital payments in India, providing seamless transactions for users. However, one significant issue remains: the lack of a clear income model for UPI, particularly concerning the government’s stance on Merchant Discount Rate (MDR),
June 21, 2025
The Future of Payments: Emerging Startups Transforming Banking The payments landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by innovative startups leading the charge in areas like stablecoins and artificial intelligence. As regulatory frameworks begin to take shape, particularly with Congress contemplating legislation for payment systems, banks must stay vigilant and adapt to these changes. Notably, companies like
June 21, 2025
Dlocal Expands Reach with New Operational Licenses in Turkey and the Philippines In a significant move for its business operations, fintech company Dlocal has secured essential licenses for conducting business in Turkey and the Philippines. These licenses are designed to enhance Dlocal's capability to navigate through the intricate landscape of regulatory frameworks in these regions.
June 21, 2025
Venture Catalysts Invests in India's First Contactless Payment Ring Venture Catalysts, a prominent investment firm, has spearheaded a funding round of ₹4 crore for Seven, a fintech startup based in Mumbai. Known for its groundbreaking contactless payment ring, this startup is poised to revolutionize digital transactions in India. Investor Support and Expansion Plans Alongside Venture
June 21, 2025
Hizo Secures $100,000 in Seed Funding Hizo, a pioneering fintech startup from Nigeria, has successfully raised $100,000 in seed funding. The funding round concluded on June 4, 2025, with investments primarily coming from a network of friends and family. Guided by a keen local investor, this financial boost will help Hizo fulfill its mission of
