A small group of Australian startup founders and executives have been granted access to Stripe Treasury ahead of a wider launch.
Airwallex
Banks closed 16,000 mule accounts last year, and Airwallex is caught in the controversy. So who is behind the scams on Facebook — and why can’t they be stopped?
AUSTRAC’s probe is testing Airwallex’s compliance and reputation as the fintech upstart pushes global expansion and fights to move past lingering controversies.
They offer subtly different products and target different customers, but payments fintechs like Airwallex, Wise, Revolut and YouTrip are threatening bank dominance and rapidly reshaping global finance.
A week after facing scrutiny over China ties, Airwallex's CEO took to social media to stress the company’s Melbourne origins. It was as much about repositioning as reminiscing.
As Airwallex celebrates a decade in business, the Australian-founded fintech darling faces mounting scrutiny over its China ties, data practices and internal culture.
An ugly spat on X this week has underscored the intrigue surrounding Airwallex and its backstory, amid simmering tensions between the US and China on tech.
The Bank for International Settlements has warned that stablecoins can’t replace real money, lacking central bank backing, flexibility and safeguards.
Airwallex has appointed a new board for its licensed entity as it moves closer to securing a banking licence in Australia.
The fintech's latest raise and rocketing valuation have cemented its position as one of Australia's top startup success stories. Except it's no longer very Australian.
Airwallex is expanding with a new credit card in Australia and a New Zealand office, aiming to grow its global footprint and compete in the SME finance market.
Global cross-border payments specialist Wise sees Australia as a prime market for growth with digital and existing banks receptive to its platform.
ANZ's venture arm is not dormant, its CEO says, but it has been focused on preserving its portfolio of investments in the last two years - including a stake in Airwallex. That's about to change.
Global payments and business services fintech Airwallex has obtained an Australian Financial Services licence allowing it to expand its cash management offer.
