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12 May 2021

Airwallex secures EMI licence in the Netherlands

Airwallex secures Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence from the Dutch Central Bank in the Netherlands.

24 March 2021

Airwallex’s latest US$100 million capital raising puts valuation at US$2.6 billion

Airwallex’s latest capital raising of US$100 million lifts its Series D round to US$300 million. The extended Series D round was led by new investor US-based Greenoaks.

18 March 2021

University of Melbourne honours Airwallex co-founder Lucy Liu with revered Rising Star for Young Alumni Award

Lucy Liu recognised for outstanding professional achievement and community involvement with award from the University of Melbourne.

4 March 2021

Airwallex Receives Regulatory Approval and Completes Acquisition of UniCard

Airwallex's acquisition of UniCard boosts ability to offer new and innovative payment methods for Hong Kong businesses.

10 February 2021

Businesses missing the benefits of fintech, say Airwallex and CPA Australia

Airwallex and Australia’s leading professional accounting body CPA Australia, launched the ‘The Role of FinTech in Modernising Businesses’ report which aims to educate businesses on emerging fintech solutions and drive fintech adoption.

13 October 2020

Airwallex hires tech veteran and venture capitalist as new EMEA General Manager, joining global management bench

London-based tech veteran Jed Rose starts a new role as Airwallex’s General Manager for EMEA to lead the company’s UK and Europe team and drive significant growth across these regions.

29 September 2020

Airwallex’s extended Series D fundraising brings total round to US$200M

Airwallex’s extended Series D funding round adds a further US$40M, bringing the total round to US$200M and total equity funding raised to date to over US$400M.

15 September 2020

Airwallex debuts card payment acceptance in the UK and Europe to support surging ecommerce growth

Airwallex’s new card payment acceptance product allows merchants to accept card payments from anywhere in the world whilst avoiding unnecessary foreign exchange fees.

1 September 2020

Airwallex launches major B2B rewards program in Australia

Airwallex Rewards will provide Australian SMBs exclusive access to A$20,000 worth of discounts and offers from world-leading business software platforms.

16 April 2020

Airwallex Closes US$160M in Record Fundraising Round to Date, Announces Worldwide Growth Plans

Airwallex has raised a Series D round of US$160M, its largest to date, with participation from a group of new investors.

10 March 2020

Airwallex and Xero Partner to Help SMBs Save Time and Money

Airwallex’s integration with Xero enables its small-to-medium business (SMB) customers to reconcile their domestic and international payments seamlessly.

5 February 2020

Airwallex and Visa Debut Airwallex Borderless Cards For Businesses

Global fintech leader Airwallex today announced the launch of the Airwallex Borderless Card for businesses, in partnership with Visa, the world’s leading digital payment technology company.

24 October 2019

Airwallex Collaborates with the University of Melbourne to Empower Next Generation of Australian Tech Leaders

Airwallex Collaborates with the University of Melbourne to inspire next generation of tech leaders, presents three prestigious awards and launches scholarship.

26 March 2019

Airwallex Confirmed as Latest Fintech Unicorn Following Series C

Airwallex confirms unicorn status following a successful Series C fundraising round of $100m USD.

12 December 2018

Airwallex granted EMI license by the FCA, sees EU Growth

Airwallex has been granted an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

23 August 2018

Airwallex Founders Win Entrepreneur of the Year

Last night at the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Southern Region awards, two of Airwallex's founders had their vision and business acumen recognised.

3 July 2018

Airwallex closes Series B fundraising with US$80m

International payments company Airwallex today announced the successful completion of its Series B fundraising.

14 June 2018

Airwallex COO awarded Female Fintech Leader of the Year

Announced at the 2018 Finnie Awards, the Airwallex COO took out the title of the nation’s Female FinTech Leader of the Year.

2 March 2018

Airwallex solidifies Asian presence at Money 2020 Asia

Airwallex will reveal a new brand identity ahead of its attendance at Money 2020 Asia this month.

13 December 2017

Airwallex partners with Square Peg Capital for Series A+ funding

Airwallex continues to secure high profile investors, announcing that it has partnered with VC Square Peg Capital.

5 July 2016

Airwallex Raises US$3 Million in Pre-Series A Round

Airwallex has strengthened its Melbourne & Chinese development teams and accelerated R&D following a US$3 million pre-Series A investment round.

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