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Belgium prosecutors launch probe into local Worldline unit

In the wake of allegations about payments processor Worldline earlier this week, Belgian prosecutors have opened an investigation into potential money laundering activities at the firm's local unit.

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South African fintech Lesaka to buy Bank Zero

Lesaka Technologies, the South African fintech firm formerly known as , is set to buy South African digital-only institution Bank Zero Mutual Bank in a deal worth R1.1bn (US$62m).

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Starling eyeing US bank acquisition

UK challenger bank Starling Bank is reportedly considering the acquisition of a US lender as part of its expansion plans.

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Kraken issued crypto licence in Ireland

Crypto exchange Kraken has become the first company to be awarded a Markets in Crypto Assets (Mica) licence from Ireland's central bank.

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Revolut to buy Argentina's Banco Cetelem - Bloomberg

Fintech giant Revolut is set to buy Small Argentinian lender Banco Cetelem from BNP Paribas, according to Bloomberg.

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BBVA launches digital bank in Germany

Spain's BBVA continues its European expansion, launching a 100% digital retail bank in Germany.

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Chase launches UK credit card

UK digital challenger bank Chase is launching its first credit card, offering customers 0% interest on purchases for up to 15 months.

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Indian fintech Pine Labs plans IPO

Pine Labs, the India-based payments firm, is looking to raise more than $300m from its planned listing.

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Irish bankers concerned about job displacement through AI - survey

The vast majority of employees in Ireland's financial services believe that the rise of AI will lead to job displacement across the industry, according to a recently released survey.

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ANZ head of tech to retire

Australian bank ANZ is on the lookout for a new technology head after group executive technology and group services Gerard Florian announced his departure.

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Global fintech growth challenged by macroeconomic risks - WEF report

Macroeconomic risks have been highlighted as the biggest concern affecting the growth of global fintechs, according to research from the World Economic Forum (WEF).

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Barclaycard blocks credit card crypto purchases

Brits will no longer be able to buy cryptocurrency with their Barclaycard credit cards from later this week.