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EMEA 60: Adyen Aims to Fast-Track Profitability in 2024 Once Hiring Spree Slows
April 10, 2023

With the Ukraine-Russia crisis, skyrocketing inflation and investor belt-tightening creating a challenging macroeconomic market in Europe, FinTech firms in the region — much like the rest of the world — have struggled to keep business afloat, resulting in massive headcount reductions and hiring freezes. Get...

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Nokia to Deploy Communication Infrastructure to Connect 8 African Countries
February 02, 2023

Nokia will deploy new digital infrastructure connecting Southern and Eastern Africa. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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Europe’s Budget Airlines Battle for Market Share as Competition Shrinks
February 01, 2023

Europe’s airlines are bouncing back from the pandemic-induced collapse of international travel. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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Kenya Attempts to Breathe New Life Into Digital ID Scheme
January 30, 2023

The Kenyan government is pushing for a nationwide digital ID scheme. But the years-long implementation so far has been beset with complications. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Ecobank and MTN to Launch Mobile Money Microloans in Guinea
January 26, 2023

FinTech Optasia, Ecobank and MTN are partnering to launch a mobile money microloan service in Guinea. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

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McWin Restaurant Fund Takes Majority Stake in L’Osteria
January 24, 2023

Czech investment firm McWin is set to acquire a majority stake in restaurant business L’Osteria. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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ECB Board Member: Digital Euro Should Complement Other Payment Methods
January 23, 2023

A digital euro should complement, not replace, other electronic payment methods or cash. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Euro-Denominated Stablecoins Vie for Prominence in MiCA Era
January 23, 2023

The EURM token is the latest euro-denominated stablecoin endorsed by Spain’s central bank. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Digital Pound’s Future Uncertain As Lawmakers Debate Financial Sector Oversight
January 16, 2023

A digital pound consultation is expected to be published in “weeks not months.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....