Bank Fintech Partnerships news and trends

3 Takeaways as Enforcement Actions and Data Breaches Roil BaaS Models
Banking // June 02, 2025

As nonbank enterprises offer financial services, aided by traditional financial institutions and FinTechs, the emergence of the banking-as-a-service (BaaS) model has promised to transform lending and platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

How a ‘Partner-First’ Mindset Forges Bank and FinTech Bonds
Partnerships // March 06, 2025

The payments ecosystem thrives on collaboration. After all, in a world where consumers expect seamless, one-click experiences, no single player can do it all. Partnerships allow businesses to tap into each other’s strengths. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

New FDIC Chair Pledges ‘Wholesale Review’ of Bank Regulations
Bank Regulation // January 21, 2025

One of America’s newest financial watchdogs wants to conduct a sweeping review of bank regulations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

How Platforms and Partnerships Moved a 167-Year-Old Bank Into the Digital Age
Banking // January 16, 2025

As financial services move increasingly online — even as value remains in branch experiences — FinTechs are looking for banking partners to expand their reach into traditional accounts and credit. Banks are mindful of the need to expand their tech stack and reach digitally-minded consumers....

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3 Takeaways as Enforcement Actions and Data Breaches Roil BaaS Models

June 02, 2025
As nonbank enterprises offer financial services, aided by traditional financial institutions and FinTechs, the emergence of the banking-as-a-service (BaaS) model has promised to transform lending and platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our […]

How a ‘Partner-First’ Mindset Forges Bank and FinTech Bonds

March 06, 2025
The payments ecosystem thrives on collaboration. After all, in a world where consumers expect seamless, one-click experiences, no single player can do it all. Partnerships allow businesses to tap into...

How Platforms and Partnerships Moved a 167-Year-Old Bank Into the Digital Age

January 16, 2025
As financial services move increasingly online — even as value remains in branch experiences — FinTechs are looking for banking partners to expand their reach into traditional accounts and credit....

Trustee Report Sheds New Light on Synapse Bankruptcy

November 26, 2024
A reevaluation of risk management and regulatory oversight is transforming the bank-FinTech partnership model. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Quick Reads
Chime Inks $590 Million Deal to Buy Longtime Bank Partner Stride

September 08, 2026
Chime plans to acquire its bank partner, Oklahoma-headquartered Stride Bank, to further Chime’s efforts to provide “mainstream America” with better banking, the company said in a Tuesday (Sept. 8) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins […]

New FDIC Chair Pledges ‘Wholesale Review’ of Bank Regulations

January 21, 2025
One of America’s newest financial watchdogs wants to conduct a sweeping review of bank regulations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Report: Half of US Consumers Use Plaid’s Payments Tech

January 14, 2025
Plaid’s revenue reportedly rose more than 25% in 2024 as more consumers encountered its tech. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

FinTech Ad Spending Climbs 45% in Last 3 Years

January 05, 2025
FinTechs are reportedly boosting marketing in bigger cities to attract a wider customer base. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...