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BNPL Field Gets Crowded as the Payment Method’s Popularity Among Travelers Grows
Buy Now Pay Later // December 15, 2023

One constant through the past few months, even in the paycheck-to-paycheck economy, has been the urge to travel, to get away from it all, to cross borders and to have new experiences. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Upgrade Offers Secured Card With Rewards and Fraud Protection
Payment Methods // December 13, 2023

FinTech company Upgrade has launched a secured version of its Upgrade OneCard. 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...

Upgrade’s $100M Deal for Uplift Brings BNPL for Travelers Into the Fold
Buy Now Pay Later // July 27, 2023

The build vs. buy debate is a perennial one in technology, and in payments.  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...

MoneyLion Still Rules Atop the PYMNTS Personal Loan App Provider Ranking
Mobile Applications // April 27, 2023

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Upgrade’s $100M Deal for Uplift Brings BNPL for Travelers Into the Fold

July 27, 2023
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Biometric Onboarding Seen as Must-Have in FinTech Fight Over Identity Theft

December 15, 2021
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Upgrade’s New Debit Rewards Product Takes New Approach To Mobile Banking

January 14, 2021
There is no shortage of digital-only banks offering a smoother onboarding process, a slick mobile interface and fee waivers in an effort to tempt consumers to leave their traditional bank....

Upgrade Rewards Cardholders For Paying Down Debt

October 29, 2020
The pandemic has changed all kinds of things about consumers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Quick Reads
Upgrade Valued at $7.3 Billion After $165 Million Funding Round Led by Neuberger

October 16, 2025
Upgrade has raised $165 million in a new funding round that values the FinTech at more than $7.3 billion, according to Bloomberg. The round, led by Neuberger Berman’s NB Alternatives Advisers, positions the San Francisco-based company for a potential initial public offering (IPO) within the next two years. Get the Full Story Complete the form […]

Upgrade Offers Secured Card With Rewards and Fraud Protection

December 13, 2023
FinTech company Upgrade has launched a secured version of its Upgrade OneCard. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Upgrade Offers OneCard for Single Platform Budgeting, Rewards

July 27, 2022
Challenger bank Upgrade is launching OneCard, a new product that provides users with a single card for daily expenses and making payments over time. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Upgrade Teams With Northwoods Credit Union for 100th CU Partnership

March 30, 2022
FinTech Upgrade, Inc., unveiled the addition of Northwoods Credit Union as its 100th credit union (CU) partner on Wednesday (March 30), according to a joint press release. Get the Full...