Yesterday, London-based fintech giant Revolut finally secured a UK banking licence — more than three years after making its application.
Analysis
July 26, 2024
Revolut finally gets its UK banking licence — so what now?
The UK fintech giant will enter a 'mobilisation' period as it prepares to become a bank following the stamp of approval from UK regulators
5 min read
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