CBA’s API-driven trade finance and payments solutions will be integrated into United Fintech’s platform.
15% of the deal’s total value was reinvested into United Fintech shares to retain CBA employees.
United Fintech has completed the full acquisition of
Commercial Banking Applications (CBA), a provider of API-driven trade finance
and payments solutions.
The transaction was funded through a mix of equity and debt
from existing investors, including BNP Paribas, Citi, Danske Bank, and Standard
Chartered. This acquisition marks United Fintech's entry into the commercial
banking sector.
United Fintech Acquires CBA for Expansion
Christian Frahm, Founder & CEO at United Fintech
"CBA has a proven track record of delivering
innovative, high-quality solutions that help banks optimize their operations,"
Christian Frahm, CEO & Founder of United Fintech, commented.
CBA provides technology solutions to banks across Europe and
Asia. Its clients include ABN AMRO. The acquisition allows United Fintech to
integrate CBA’s API-based trade finance and payments technology into its
platform. The company aims to support banks in their digital transformation
efforts.
"Their technology perfectly complements our vision of
building a comprehensive digital ecosystem for financial institutions. With
CBA's talented team and industry-leading expertise, we are well-positioned to
strengthen our digital commercial banking roadmap," Frahm added.
United Fintech focuses on automation, efficiency, and
security in financial technology. The addition of CBA’s capabilities is
expected to enhance its offerings for commercial banks. The company continues
to pursue acquisitions and partnerships to expand its platform.
As part of the deal, 15% of the total consideration has been
reinvested into United Fintech shares. This structure aims to keep CBA
employees engaged in the company’s future. United Fintech intends to use its
global reach and CBA’s technology to develop solutions for financial
institutions.
Rolf Hauge, CEO & Founder of CBA, expressed his
enthusiasm, commenting: "Joining United Fintech is an exciting new
chapter for CBA. Our technology stack aligns seamlessly with United Fintech's
strategy, and this partnership will enable us to scale our solutions globally."
United Fintech has completed the full acquisition of
Commercial Banking Applications (CBA), a provider of API-driven trade finance
and payments solutions.
The transaction was funded through a mix of equity and debt
from existing investors, including BNP Paribas, Citi, Danske Bank, and Standard
Chartered. This acquisition marks United Fintech's entry into the commercial
banking sector.
United Fintech Acquires CBA for Expansion
Christian Frahm, Founder & CEO at United Fintech
"CBA has a proven track record of delivering
innovative, high-quality solutions that help banks optimize their operations,"
Christian Frahm, CEO & Founder of United Fintech, commented.
CBA provides technology solutions to banks across Europe and
Asia. Its clients include ABN AMRO. The acquisition allows United Fintech to
integrate CBA’s API-based trade finance and payments technology into its
platform. The company aims to support banks in their digital transformation
efforts.
"Their technology perfectly complements our vision of
building a comprehensive digital ecosystem for financial institutions. With
CBA's talented team and industry-leading expertise, we are well-positioned to
strengthen our digital commercial banking roadmap," Frahm added.
United Fintech focuses on automation, efficiency, and
security in financial technology. The addition of CBA’s capabilities is
expected to enhance its offerings for commercial banks. The company continues
to pursue acquisitions and partnerships to expand its platform.
As part of the deal, 15% of the total consideration has been
reinvested into United Fintech shares. This structure aims to keep CBA
employees engaged in the company’s future. United Fintech intends to use its
global reach and CBA’s technology to develop solutions for financial
institutions.
Rolf Hauge, CEO & Founder of CBA, expressed his
enthusiasm, commenting: "Joining United Fintech is an exciting new
chapter for CBA. Our technology stack aligns seamlessly with United Fintech's
strategy, and this partnership will enable us to scale our solutions globally."
United Fintech Scores Sixth Backer Days After Barclays Deal
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
