The Power 50

Honouring the 50 most influential companies and industry leaders shaping the future of payments The Power 50 is proud to unveil the first ever Payments Power 50 list, recognising the 40 most innovative companies and 10 industry experts driving transformation in the global payments industry. Founded in 2018, The Power 50 shines a spotlight on those who are transforming financial services for the better and delivers ongoing support and development for participants. The growth of the payments space, which in 2024 continued to account for the largest share of funding among the fintech subsectors, prompted the launch of the Payments Power 50 to complement The Fintech 50. This highly anticipated list spotlights the individuals and organisations that are setting new benchmarks for innovation and leadership in the industry. Recognising excellence in payments innovation. The Payments Power 50 celebrates a dynamic mix of established players and rising disruptors, each demonstrating bold leadership, technological advancement, and industry-wide influence. Joining them are 10 standout industry experts, whose contributions have shaped the evolution of payments. “The Payments Power 50 is designed to challenge the status quo, provoke discussion, and highlight those who are truly shaping the future of payments,” said Jason Williams, CEO of The Power 50. “I am extremely proud of the support we have had from the industry and the sheer volume of entries we received. This first year’s list reflects the impressive talent and ambition that continues to drive the industry forward.” “Being part of the first Payments Power 50 is a recognition of our commitment to continuously innovate. We believe fintech is a force for good and are proud to be recognised amongst the leaders who drive the growth of the digital economy,” Iana Dimitrova, CEO at OpenPayd said. The Payments Power 50 will be featured on www.thepower50.com, with honourees benefiting from exclusive content opportunities, networking events, and year-round industry engagement. The Payments Power 50 Annual is now available here https://lnkd.in/eGiU9Q9X Ecommpay, Brite Payments, Compass Plus Technologies, Paymentology, IXOPAY, Unzer, Aevi, PingPong Payments, PPRO, Boku, Payments Canada, BR-DGE, OpenPayd, DECTA, The Payments Association, David Birch, Tony Craddock, Neira Jones

Join 6000 payment professionals at PAY360 2025, the premier event for the global payments industry, on March 25th and 26th at ExCeL London! Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the future of payments. This is your opportunity to learn, connect, and innovate with leaders shaping the payments industry. Save 20% on your ticket with code: PAY360P50. Register now and secure your place today: https://lnkd.in/eT3_c8Sf. The Payments Association #PAY360 #PaymentsInnovation #FinTechEvent

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UniTeller Financial Services has made a significant move in the global payments industry with the acquisition of More Payment Evolution Brasil. This strategic merger brings together two leading players in cross-border payments, aiming to expand capabilities and strengthen their presence in international markets. A Synergy of Excellence and Innovation By joining forces, UniTeller and MORE Payment Evolution are set to deliver more efficient, innovative, and seamless payment solutions. This collaboration creates a powerful synergy, combining technological innovation with operational expertise. Both companies contribute distinct strengths, including UniTeller’s extensive cross-border payment network and MORE’s cutting-edge technology platform. Together, they are building a more agile and scalable operation that boosts efficiency while expanding the company’s global reach. https://lnkd.in/gpGCRJpd

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KCB Bank Group, the largest financial institution in East Africa, has partnered with Compass Plus Technologies to strengthen its multi-currency offering by launching Kenya’s first platinum multi-currency prepaid card which will empower its customers with the flexibility and convenience they need to pay for goods and access funds across borders. The card allows users to load and transact in 11 currencies - Kenyan Shilling, US Dollar, British Pound Sterling, Euro, Swiss Franc, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Indian Rupee, Japanese Yen, South African Rand, and Chinese Yuan - some of the most popular among its customers, all while helping users avoid the typical exchange fees associated with currency conversion. https://lnkd.in/euNxicCY

Join us on 19th-20th March at the InterContinental London - The O2 for Europe’s largest insurtech conference. Check out the agenda here 👇  https://lnkd.in/dCw7sUS. Get 25% off tickets using our unique discount code FINTECHPOWER25. https://lnkd.in/daH7J9J. Insurtech Insights

Join us at PAY360 2025. Stop by our booth, booth number 3 to learn more about The Power 50. Don’t miss this opportunity https://lnkd.in/eyG864dT.   The Payments Association #PAY360 #FutureOfPayments

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