Banking,
Banking as a service
- After 20 years in sponsor banking, Pathward president Anthony Sharett argues that successful bank-fintech partnerships require the right people, multi-threaded opportunities, and true co-creation.
- While over 100 banks now call themselves sponsor banks, Suro believes the next frontier lies in AI, embedded finance, and educating all stakeholders about what's possible.
Zack Miller | February 11, 2026
Payments,
The Quarterly Review
- Lauren Langbridge, head of Wise Platform North America, is back to report that her aim to expand the company's direct payment system connections has been achieved, growing from 6 to 8 markets with Brazil and Japan now live.
- Langbridge breaks down how systematically integrating with local payment rails like Pix and Zengin, while deepening partnerships with firms like Wealthsimple and IBKR, has allowed Wise Platform to bypass correspondent banks and become more embedded in partners' payment workflows.
Rabab Ahsan | February 10, 2026
10-Q,
Member Exclusive
- Last month, Zurich-headquartered UBS moved toward broader ambitions with conditional approval from the U.S. OCC for a national bank charter.
- The bank charter brings UBS into a space where efficient operations, advanced risk systems, and client-facing tech are crucial at scale.
Sara Khairi | February 06, 2026
10-Q,
Member Exclusive
- Agibank is the second Brazilian fintech in recent weeks to opt for a US IPO over a local listing.
- The trend suggests that foreign companies are increasingly viewing the US not just for valuation gains, but as a strategic destination for capital, branding, and global talent.
Sara Khairi | February 02, 2026
