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EMEA Daily: UK’s Lloyds Acquires Stake in Loyalty App Bink, European Giants Consolidate in Delivery...
January 03, 2022

In today’s top Europe, Middle East and Africa news, U.K. high street bank Lloyds has acquired a stake in loyalty app Bink, while European giants Delivery Hero and Glovo have consolidated in the delivery space. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Late Payments Threaten 8% of UK Small Businesses
January 03, 2022

The U.K.’s Federation of Small Businesses says that a “late payment crisis,” coupled with high inflation and increased administration for international traders, is threatening to shrink the business community. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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The 100 Unicorns Born in EMEA in 2021
December 31, 2021

Startup scenes in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are buzzing with activity, attracting major venture capital investment this year that has led to the creation of close to 100 ‘unicorns’ — private companies with a valuation of at least $1 billion. Get the...

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Indian Fashion Brand Barcelona Rolls Out B2B App for Retailers
December 29, 2021

Men’s fashion brand Barcelona, located in over 80 cities across India, released a business-to-business (B2B) app that offers a suite of tools that also includes actionable data, the Business Standard reported on Wednesday (Dec. 29). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Kenya Looks to FinTech, Credit Union Convergence to Advance Growth
December 29, 2021

Credit unions have served as a financial backbone to millions of households in Africa for decades, with some 39,000 organizations across the continent providing small installment loans and credit lines. Now, the industry is embracing technology to accelerate growth and bring about expanded financial inclusion....

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EDB Banking App Backs 500+ UAE Firms Since September
December 29, 2021

The Emirates Development Bank said Wednesday (Dec. 29) that since the bank launched its Business Banking App in September, more than 500 United Arab Emirates-based small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and startups have opened accounts within a 48-hour window. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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UK Consumers Face Food Shortages in 2022
December 29, 2021

Next year could bring food supply disruptions and empty grocery store shelves to people in the U.K. thanks to new EU border controls, British food industry officials are warning. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Israeli FinTech PayMe Wants to Tap Into EU “Gold Rush”
December 29, 2021

Israeli FinTech PayMe is planning to expand into the European market, capitalizing on a change in regulations that have led to a “gold rush.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Bahamas Central Bank Looks to Phase Out Checks 
December 28, 2021

The days of paying for things by check in the Bahamas could be coming to an end.  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...