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Source Partners with ActiveQuote to Streamline Private Medical Insurance
Source Insurance and ActiveQuote partner to enable advisers to offer Private Medical Insurance directly through the Source platform, simplifying holistic protection solutions and helping clients access comprehensive coverage for health, home, and landlord insurance seamlessly.
FreeAgent and Pleo Partner to Simplify SME Expenses
FreeAgent integrates with Pleo to automate expense tracking for UK SMEs, syncing card transactions, receipts, and VAT in real time. The partnership reduces manual data entry, giving business owners clearer visibility and more time to focus on growth.
PayPal Launches PayPal+ in UK
PayPal unveils PayPal+ loyalty programme in the UK, integrating debit and credit cards, Buy Now Pay Later, and in-store payments. Customers earn points redeemable online, enhancing flexibility, rewards, and seamless omnichannel payment experiences.
UK’s tGBP Stablecoin Listed on Kraken
Tokenised GBP (tGBP), the FCA-registered GBP-backed stablecoin, launches on Kraken, enabling compliant UK users to access DeFi, crypto-backed loans, and on-chain GBP yield while supporting broader adoption of regulated digital assets.
Zilch Raises $176M to Expand AI-Powered Payments
Zilch secures $176M in debt and equity to scale its AI-driven payments platform, launching Zilch Pay and Intelligent Commerce, enhancing consumer experience, merchant engagement, and global commerce, while exploring strategic M&A opportunities.
AI Transforms UK Accountancy, Boosting Profitability and Economic Growth
AI adoption by UK accountants is increasing productivity, saving nearly half a workweek per employee, reshaping hiring strategies, and driving £1 billion in GDP growth, while enhancing client financial health and advisory services.