Neobanks news and trends

Neobanks Chase a Bigger Prize Than App Engagement
Digital-First Banking // March 25, 2026

Neobanks have spent years proving they could attract users. And now, there are indications that scale is translating into durable banking economics. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Upstart Seeks Regulatory Blessing to Become a Bank
Bank Regulation // March 11, 2026

Digital lender Upstart has become the latest U.S. FinTech seeking a banking charter. 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, PYMNTS Today....

Monzo Expands Outgoing CEO’s Role After Investor Pushback
Personnel // January 18, 2026

British digital bank Monzo is reportedly creating an expanded role for departing CEO TS Anil. 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,...

European Neobank bunq Files for Banking License in US
Digital Banking // January 07, 2026

Amsterdam-based neobank bunq has formally launched its campaign for an American banking license. 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, PYMNTS Today....

Interviews & Exclusives
Monzo’s US Retreat Highlights Neobanks’ Expansion Challenges

March 31, 2026
Neobanks have spent the better part of a decade refining digital-first models and then attempting to transplant them into new markets—with at least some strategy that what works in in one geography would travel cleanly into another, as living life digitally is a global phenomenon. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this […]

Neobanks Chase a Bigger Prize Than App Engagement

March 25, 2026
Neobanks have spent years proving they could attract users. And now, there are indications that scale is translating into durable banking economics. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

EU Neobanks Target Gen Z With US Expansion

October 01, 2025
Neobanks that built their reputations in Europe are now accelerating their expansion across borders, with the United States squarely in their sights. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

From Trading to Saving, Financial Platforms Eye Banking and Neobanks Branch Out

April 18, 2025
The movement by neobanks to branch into investing and credit card rewards, and investment platforms to branch out into banking, speaks volumes to the appeal of apps as digital front...

Quick Reads
Upstart Seeks Regulatory Blessing to Become a Bank

March 11, 2026
Digital lender Upstart has become the latest U.S. FinTech seeking a banking charter. 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, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

Monzo Expands Outgoing CEO’s Role After Investor Pushback

January 18, 2026
British digital bank Monzo is reportedly creating an expanded role for departing CEO TS Anil. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

European Neobank bunq Files for Banking License in US

January 07, 2026
Amsterdam-based neobank bunq has formally launched its campaign for an American banking license. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Monzo Investor Group Seeks to Reinstate FinTech’s CEO

December 17, 2025
A group of shareholders in digital bank Monzo reportedly want to reinstate its outgoing CEO. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...