UK small business finance 2025: What rate cuts and open banking mean for you
The Bank of England’s 4% rate cut gives UK small businesses a chance to modernise payments, boost cash flow, and future-proof their finance strategies.
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Choosing the best payment gateway for your WooCommerce store
Choosing the right WooCommerce payment gateway can significantly enhance your Woo store by streamlining transactions and minimising payment processing fees.
Pay by Bank: why it’s gaining ground with consumers and businesses alike
As seen on BBC Morning Live, Pay by Bank is quickly becoming a trusted alternative to cards. With lower fees, stronger security, and growing adoption, UK businesses are embracing it as a smarter way to get paid online, in-app, and with less friction.
Batch payments for UK businesses: How to automate payments, cut costs, and improve efficiency
Discover how batch payments can streamline your business payments in the UK. Learn how to integrate with Xero, automate your processes, reduce costs, and prepare for the New Payments Architecture. Includes expert tips, best practices, and real-world examples.
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Discover affordable POS systems designed to enhance efficiency and cut payment processing costs, helping your UK small business run smarter and save more.
5 of the cheapest online payment systems for businesses in the UK
With the wide variety of online payment systems available today, we take a look at some of the most cost-effective payment gateways in the UK.
Reimagining financial inclusion: Kieron James at IFGS 2025
Our CEO Kieron James spoke at IFGS 2025, sharing insights on how fintech and open banking are reshaping financial inclusion. From ethical AI to user-first design, discover how innovation is driving real impact in the UK and beyond.
Pay by bank app: Simple, fast and secure payments for UK businesses
Pay by bank app is a modern payment processing method which provides UK businesses with a simpler, faster and more secure payment solution.
Invested in innovation 🎙️
In this conversation, Kieron discusses his extensive background in tech and the founding of Wonderful, a platform aimed at improving charity donations through open banking.
QR code payments for UK businesses: A simple guide
QR code payments are becoming increasingly popular, and for good reason. Find out how your business can delight customers and slash transaction fees with QR Pay.
6 best WooCommerce payment plugins for UK merchants
Choosing a cost-effective WooCommerce payment plugin can significantly reduce operating costs and streamline cashflows for your business
A toss between recurring card payments vs direct debit: What’s your bet?
With the subscription box market in the UK expected to cross £1.8 billion by 2025, recurring payments are becoming increasingly significant for membership-based businesses.
