UK digital bank Monzo is doubling down on stateside expansion but has no immediate plans for pursuing a banking licence in the world’s biggest economy, according to its COO.
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February 9, 2023
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Amy O'Brien is a freelance reporter covering Italian tech. She was previously Sifted's fintech reporter

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