Short, practical writing on FCA change of control, valuation, deal craft, and what we are seeing across the regulated payments market.
When you're ready to buy or sell a payment institution in the UK, you're making one of the biggest decisions in fintech. Whether you're…
Published: January 22, 2026
Last updated: 17 January 2026
The cross-border payments landscape is shifting faster than most people realise. If you run a small payment institution…
Your EMI's banking relationship might be more fragile than you think, and the FCA's latest findings reveal just…
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Your customers are about to bypass your cards entirely, and the biggest payment network in the world is leading the charge.
The FCA approval rate for Small Payment Institution licences has dropped from 85% to 70% in two years,…
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has stepped up its scrutiny of Small Payment Institutions (SPIs), revoking several registrations…
The European Union's Payment Services Directive (PSD) has been a cornerstone of financial regulation, shaping the payments landscape…
Imagine a world where your bank not only understands your financial needs but also anticipates them, offering seamless…
