Latest People News: Finextra Research

Sezzle to cut 20% of workforce

US BNPL player Sezzle is to cut 20% of its workforce following confirmation of a takeover by Australian rival Zip.

10 March 2022

Forty percent of Amex staff choose to go virtual

Up to 40% of American Express employees have chosen to go completely virtual under the card scheme's flexible working model.

10 March 2022

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ANZ combines retail and digital units

As it gears up to launch a new online and mobile service, ANZ is combining its digital division with its Australian retail business.

09 March 2022

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Mode appoints former Alipay UK chief Rita Liu as CEO

UK-based crypto startup Mode has named former Alipay UK CEO Rita Liu as chief executive officer.

03 March 2022

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Westpac appoints first BaaS chief

Westpac has appointed Damien MacRae as its first BaaS chief executive, overseeing the Australian lender's efforts to deepen its relationship with non-bank partners looking to embed banking services.

03 March 2022

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FCA seeks to head off industrial action with new pay offer

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has made a new employment offer to staffers in an effort to resolve a dispute over pay and conditions.

01 March 2022

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Bunq CEO launches foundation to help people escape Ukraine and Russia

Bunq CEO Ali Niknam is the latest fintech figure to mobilise in support of people affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, creating a foundation designed to help people from both countries get to safety.

01 March 2022

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Zopa Bank to open applications to Ukrainian nationals; Revolut joins call to action

Zopa Bank is to immediately sponsor 50 work visas for Ukrainian nationals following new Home Office guidance.

28 February 2022

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Coinbase shares dip despite strong Q4

Despite reporting strong fourth quarter results, Coinbase saw its shares fall in morning trading as it warned of a rockier Q1. Meanwhile, the crypto giant has brought in Goldman Sachs veteran Roger Bartlett as global head of financial operations.

25 February 2022