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Ritesh Jain

Ritesh Jain Founder at Infynit / Former COO HSBC

Klarna x Stripe: A Defining Moment in the Global Payments Landscape

The expanded partnership between Klarna and Stripe represents a strategic inflection point in the evolution of global payments. As Klarna gears up for its much-anticipated U.S. IPO—targeting a valuation of nearly $20 billion—this collaboration gives the company unparalleled access to millions of Stripe-powered merchants across 26 countries. This mo...

/payments /startups Fintech

Joris Lochy

Joris Lochy Product Manager at Intix | Co-founder at Capilever

The Path to Exit of a Fintech - Maximizing Value for Founders and Investors

As a founder launching a Fintech startup, it’s unlikely you’ll build it into a multi-generational family business. Most tech startups rely heavily on external investor funding, where investors, without emotional ties to the company, typically plan for an eventual exit aligned with their investment timeline. This reliance on external capital often

/startups Fintech innovation and startups

Nirmal Raj

Nirmal Raj Marketing Specialist at Cheqly

How to Prepare Financial Projections

You’re thinking about your company’s future. How much will sales grow next year? What will your revenue look like in five years? Or, if you’re just starting out, how long will it take for your business to turn a profit? Though the future is uncertain, you can make informed predictions about your company’s performance in the years ahead. These pro...

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Joris Lochy

Joris Lochy Product Manager at Intix | Co-founder at Capilever

Valuation Essentials: Framework for Fintech Pricing

For a fintech start-up or scale-up, valuation is crucial. It plays a significant role in major financial events such as sales, mergers, funding rounds, or employee stock option plans. Essentially, valuation determines the price assigned to a business at a specific point in time. For instance, during a funding round, it dictates how many shares an

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Ivan Aleksandrov

Ivan Aleksandrov CSO | Core banking, BaaS, Fintech Advisory at Advapay

Fintech Startup Success: Key Considerations

Success with a fintech startup requires more than the usual business savvy and basic organisation. It takes strategic planning and data-driven decision-making to reach profit and sustainable growth. Advapay’s expertise in the fintech sector allows us to share these meaningful recommendations with you. The roadmap and the business structure you cho...

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How to Start a Window Installation and Repair Business | Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to start a window installation and repair business with expert tips on licensing, tools, marketing, and finance. Build a profitable business today! Excerpt of How to Start a Window Installation and Repair Business Starting a window installation and repair business is a lucrative opportunity in the construction and home improvement industr...

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Starting Your Business Law Firm: Essential Steps & Legal Insights

Discover how to start your business law firm with tips on choosing a niche, creating a business plan, marketing strategies, and building strong client relationships. Starting your own business law firm can be a rewarding venture, offering the freedom to establish your brand and provide specialized legal services to clients. From choosing the right ...

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Tom Rowe-Jones

Tom Rowe-Jones M&A Director at LAVA Advisory Partners

Budget Busting - Rising Employer Costs and What They Mean for Mergers and Acquisitions

The recent UK budget introduced a number of changes that will have real consequences for businesses and, therefore, their M&A strategies. From the rise in National Insurance contributions to increases in the National Living Wage (NLW) and adjustments to the Employment Allowance, these new financial pressures can affect the value of a business ...

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Is Compliance Automation the Possible Solution to Europe Over-Regulation?

The Gloomy Outlook for the European Economy The EU economy is facing long-term troubles, a consensus recently echoed by the media and European politicians. Following GDP growth of just 0.3% in 2023, the EU’s annual GDP growth for 2024 continues to struggle between 0.2% and 0.4%, on the edge of a recession. Compared to the 2.5% GDP growth in the

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Emerging Security Practices in Digital Finance

Digital finance is a risky area to operate in because of the evolving cyber threats. Prevention is the key here which can be boosted by knowing and implementing best security practices. Excerpt of Emerging Security Practices in Digital Finance The rapid evolution of digital finance has brought unprecedented convenience, but it also poses significa...

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