Immigrant Founders Behind Revolut, $45 Billion Neobank Eyeing U.S. Expansion
Revolut, the $45 billion neobank, is having a moment. The company reported a $1 billion net profit for 2024 and revealed plans to pursue a U.S. banking license.
Canadian Fintech Is Feeling the ‘Stay Home’ Mood
Cross-border tensions fueled by Trump’s trade war are forcing Canadian startups to hit pause on U.S. expansion. Amid the uncertainty, fintech is gaining traction as businesses look for tools to navigate the chaos.
From refugee to fintech trailblazer: How Lamine Zarrad is improving America’s credit scores
Born in Azerbaijan during its time as a Soviet Republic, Austin-based entrepreneur Lamine Zarrad has learned to not take freedom for granted. He now aims to liberate Americans from the burden of poor credit, a problem that plagues half of the U.S. population.
When carpets fly: Central Asia eyes new role as tech hub
Until recently, Central Asia remained a blank spot on the world’s tech map. However, as startup infrastructure develops in the region, increasing numbers of local entrepreneurs are aiming to launch their solutions in the U.S. and globally.
From $180,000 in debt to $40 million in funding: This immigrant techpreneur helps parents secure their kids’ futures
Ksenia Yudina, the founder of a FinTech startup helping parents save for their children, moved to the U.S.
“In the US, people expect you to be confident”: Irish entrepreneur Feargal O’Sullivan talks the art of sales
Feargal O’Sullivan runs an outsourcing sales firm focused on international fintech startups. Early this year, his company, USAM Group, hit the five-year mark. Since launching, O’Sullivan has matched hundreds of US financial institutions with dozens of new tech solutions.