Tagged: monzo

May 19, 2026 @ 7:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK digital bank Monzo has delivered solid financial results, marking another milestone in its expansion in the competitive fintech landscape. The Fintech company announced a significant rise in profitability, posting pre-tax profits of £87.3 million for the financial year ending March. This represents a substantial 44%… Read More

March 30, 2026 @ 1:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo has announced a significant achievement by surpassing the 15 million customer mark. This latest milestone underscores the rapid expansion of the challenger bank, which continues to attract users from diverse age groups and financial backgrounds while positioning itself as a comprehensive solution… Read More

January 20, 2026 @ 12:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo has made several announcements to start the new year, from leadership adjustments to innovative customer tools and engaging promotions. In a notable shift driven by shareholder pressure, Monzo has agreed to provide outgoing CEO TS Anil with a more substantial ongoing… Read More

January 16, 2026 @ 11:21 am By JD Alois  |  

Monzo, a top digital bank, experienced a several-hour outage this past week. The American Banker reported that users experienced failed payments and challenges in reaching customer support. On the Monzo community board, a representative stated that as soon as platform issues were identified, they activated… Read More

December 22, 2025 @ 1:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo has secured a full banking license from Ireland’s Central Bank and the European Central Bank, marking a step toward broader operations in the European Union. The latest approval positions Monzo as the digital-only bank to obtain this type of authorization in… Read More

November 2, 2025 @ 12:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

TS Anil will be stepping down after nearly six years of being in charge at UK’s digital bank Monzo. Anil is now making way for Diana Layfield, who is the former GM of search international and growth at Google. In statements shared with Bloomberg, Anil… Read More

October 27, 2025 @ 10:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo is reportedly planning a new private share sale, according to sources familiar with the matter. The fintech, known for its app-based banking services, is said to be engaging in discussions that could see existing investors and employees offload shares, potentially valuing… Read More

October 18, 2025 @ 10:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Monzo, the digital bank serving business customers, is helping simplify tax filing for sole traders and landlords with a new tool that lets them file directly to HMRC from their Monzo Business bank account. Built in partnership with Sage, the tool is designed to help sole… Read More

October 6, 2025 @ 8:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo appears to be gearing up for a push into the US market by considering a fresh bid for a U.S. banking charter. This comes years after the Fintech company shelved a prior attempt in 2021, when regulators seemingly signaled low chances… Read More

August 20, 2025 @ 2:49 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to diversify its existing product offerings, UK’s digital bank Monzo is preparing to enter the telecommunications sector by launching its own mobile phone service. This expansion, reported by the Financial Times, positions Monzo alongside other fintechs like Revolut and Klarna, who are… Read More

August 4, 2025 @ 1:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital bank Monzo continues to focus on leveraging data strategies with the aim to enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency. Recent updates from UK’s digital bank Monzo highlight their approach to product development: the implementation of a reactive fraud prevention platform and a shift from… Read More

July 10, 2025 @ 2:11 pm By JD Alois  |  

Gradient Labs has raised $13 million in Series A funding in a round led by Redpoint Ventures, with participation from Localglobe, Puzzle Ventures, Liquid 2 Ventures, and Exceptional Capital. Gradient Labs was founded by Gradient Labs was co-founded by Dimitri Masin, Neal Lathia, and Danai… Read More

July 8, 2025 @ 6:23 am By JD Alois  |  

Monzo, a top UK-based digital bank, has been hit with a penalty of £21,091,300 for “inadequate anti-financial crime systems and controls.” In a public statement the UK Financial Conduct Authority said the infratctions took place between October 2018 and August 2020. The FCA stated that… Read More

July 6, 2025 @ 3:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo wants to redefine banking by leveraging technology and community feedback to deliver user-focused services. The digital bank currently reports over 12 million individual and business accounts. Three recent updates—Monzo’s new hub in Barcelona, the launch of a bulk payments feature for businesses, and… Read More

June 18, 2025 @ 8:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Data and technology company, Experian, announces that digital bank, Monzo, has become the newest addition to its Support Hub service. As part of Experian Support Hub, more than 12 million Monzo UK customers will now be able “to share their access and support needs with… Read More

May 19, 2025 @ 10:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo has launched a new feature that empowers customers to cancel bank transfers almost instantly if they spot an error. This development, aimed at addressing a problem costing Brits an estimated £825 million annually, is set to redefine how users manage their… Read More

April 18, 2025 @ 8:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo has reportedly reached a new milestone, surpassing 12 million customers in 2025, just as it marks its 10th year of business operations. This achievement means that one in five UK adults now banks with Monzo, a testament to the fintech’s steady… Read More

April 7, 2025 @ 11:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital bank Monzo has made a strategic move into the home insurance market, launching a contents insurance product designed to capitalize on growing consumer demand for seamless, app-based financial services. This initiative marks Monzo as one of the first UK digital banks to offer such… Read More

March 24, 2025 @ 12:53 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo noted that their engineering team has created Monzo Stand-in, which is described as a fully independent backup bank complete with its own data, software, and infrastructure. This system can reportedly become effective / go live instantly during outages, ensuring customers retain… Read More

January 23, 2025 @ 8:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s digital bank Monzo, one of the nation’s most widely-used banking app providers, is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO) by 2026. The announcement has sparked significant interest in both the financial sector and the broader tech ecosystem. Monzo has become a sort… Read More