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Robinhood UK Begins Rolling Out Stocks and Shares Individual Savings Account

February 02, 2026
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Mastercard Launches Accreditation Program for UK FinTech Sponsors
Mastercard // January 28, 2026

Mastercard has introduced a new accreditation framework designed to streamline market entry for financial-technology startups in the United Kingdom, according to a Jan. 15 press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Google May Offer Publishers More Options to Control AI’s Use of Content
Google // January 28, 2026

Google faces potential new regulations covering its search services in the United Kingdom and, in separate news, reportedly agreed to settle a proposed class action lawsuit in the United States involving its operating system for smartphones. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Visa, Mastercard and Revolut Lose UK Battle Over Interchange Fees
News // January 15, 2026

Visa, Mastercard and Revolut lost a fight over a proposed transaction fee cap in the United Kingdom. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

UK’s FCA Helps Crypto Firms Prepare for New Regulatory Regime
Cryptocurrency // January 09, 2026

The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority posted information for firms that want to offer crypto asset-related services in the country under the crypto asset regulatory regime that is expected to come into effect in 2027. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Interviews & Exclusives
From High Street to Home Screen, UK Consumers’ Mobile Shift Accelerates

May 27, 2025
While the trend toward mobile-first shopping is global, the U.K. presents a unique dynamic: consumers are actively using mobile for purchases and engagement, yet the country ranks last among eight surveyed nations in overall digital shopping engagement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all […]

UK Consumers Trail Merchants in Digital Wallet Know-How

April 09, 2025
Trust and familiarity are central to the payments experience. At the end of the day, consumers won’t pay with methods they don’t know much about or aren’t used to. Get...

44% of UK Consumers Plan to Use Digital Wallets Beyond Payments

December 02, 2024
In recent years, digital wallets have become an essential tool for making online payments, but their uses are quickly expanding. In the U.K., nearly half of consumers (44%) expect to...

From Outdated to Automated: UK Eyes Massive Healthcare Transformation

September 26, 2024
What is necessary for organizational success isn’t always easy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Quick Reads
Robinhood UK Begins Rolling Out Stocks and Shares Individual Savings Account

February 02, 2026
Robinhood UK will begin rolling out its stocks & shares ISA in the United Kingdom this week. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

Mastercard Launches Accreditation Program for UK FinTech Sponsors

January 28, 2026
Mastercard has introduced a new accreditation framework designed to streamline market entry for financial-technology startups in the United Kingdom, according to a Jan. 15 press release. Get the Full Story...

Google May Offer Publishers More Options to Control AI’s Use of Content

January 28, 2026
Google faces potential new regulations covering its search services in the United Kingdom and, in separate news, reportedly agreed to settle a proposed class action lawsuit in the United States involving its operating...

Visa, Mastercard and Revolut Lose UK Battle Over Interchange Fees

January 15, 2026
Visa, Mastercard and Revolut lost a fight over a proposed transaction fee cap in the United Kingdom. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...