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Western Union launches Stablecard with Rain in 37 markets
Crypto

Western Union launches Stablecard with Rain in 37 markets

The service lets remittance recipients hold dollar value in 37 markets, helping protect balances from local currency swings before spending via Visa.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
Binance names Jenny Wei Australia & New Zealand manager
Crypto

Binance names Jenny Wei Australia & New Zealand manager

The hire signals Binance's push to tighten compliance and local oversight in Australia and New Zealand, where regulators are scrutinising crypto firms.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 28th May 2026
Solana launches platform for banks, payments groups
Disaster Recovery

Solana launches platform for banks, payments groups

Solana unveils an API-based developer platform for banks and payment firms, backed by Mastercard, Worldpay and Western Union pilots.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
HCLTech & Western Union reveal transformative partnership
Digital Transformation

HCLTech & Western Union reveal transformative partnership

HCLTech and Western Union have formed a strategic partnership to innovate the financial services sector, enhancing agility with AI-powered solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
Mambu's cloud banking platform now accessible via AWS Marketplace
Hyperscale

Mambu's cloud banking platform now accessible via AWS Marketplace

This new development will facilitate the fintech's ability to deliver its core banking services seamlessly on a global scale.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2023
Mambu expands customer base in Australia's fintech sector
Fintech

Mambu expands customer base in Australia's fintech sector

Cloud banking leader, Mambu, increases customer base in Australia's fintech sector, partnering with 10 major providers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
Western Union implements intelligent automation programme from SS&C Blue Prism and ISG
Robotic Process Automation

Western Union implements intelligent automation programme from SS&C Blue Prism and ISG

Western Union has successfully implemented a strategic intelligent automation programme from SS&C Blue Prism and its certified partner, ISG.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jul 2022
Australia Post expands payments partnership with Western Union
Marketing Technologies

Australia Post expands payments partnership with Western Union

According to Australia Post, it is the fifth postal organisation worldwide to integrate Western Union's digital money transfer services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2021

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Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers
EduTech

Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers

Wise's research reveals 29% of Kiwis lack understanding of international money transfer fees, and calls for NZ government regulation to ensure transparency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024