The Buy Now Pay Later "wars": Meet Klarna's rivals in Europe

Klarna is Europe's titan of Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL).

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The fintechs taking on Klarna in Europe

The Buy Now Pay Later space is getting more competitive in Europe, as new startups chase Klarna's crown

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The fintechs taking on Klarna in Europe

The Buy Now Pay Later space is getting more competitive in Europe, as new startups chase Klarna's crown