All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Italy fines Revolut over consumer code breaches

The regulator found the fintech’s approach to suspending, limiting or blocking payment accounts to be “aggressive”.

Moniepoint buys Kenya’s Sumac Microfinance Bank

The deal marks the company’s first significant purchase in Africa and its formal entry into the East African region.

NatWest and Sainsbury’s partner to launch new finance products 

The move comes after NatWest’s 2025 purchase of Sainsbury’s Bank’s personal loan, credit card and retail deposit books. 

Monzo pulls plug on US operations 

The digital bank will cease accepting new American customers and cut approximately 50 roles.  

Fidelity BancShares to acquire Affinity for $142.8m 

This move will see Fidelity establish its presence in Georgia for the first time. 

TikTok targets Brazilian market with dual fintech licence bid – report  

The social media giant is seeking licences to operate as an electronic money issuer and as a direct lender. 

Ex-HDFC chair cites values and ethics concerns as drivers behind exit

In an interview with CNBC-TV18, Chakraborty singled out the AT-1 bond episode as a notable concern.

Wise targets daily banking market with new UK account  

The latest account comes with a Travel Hub feature, including an Airport Lounge Pass option.  

China mulls relaxing bank shareholding limits – report

The sources said discussions remain preliminary and outcomes may change.

TBC Bank deploys GDS Link for credit decisioning upgrade

The bank’s partnership with GDS Link is intended to introduce a more adaptable system for product development.