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13 January 2022

Airwallex launches global payment services in Singapore, better solution for local businesses operating internationally

Airwallex announced its official launch in Singapore, following its grant of a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and a beta launch in November last year.

18 November 2021

Airwallex raises additional US$100 million in Series E1 led by Lone Pine Capital; valuation reaches US$5.5b

Airwallex has raised an additional US$100 million in a Series E1 financing round led by Lone Pine Capital. This new funding raises Airwallex’s valuation to US$5.5 billion.

8 November 2021

Airwallex bolsters ASEAN presence with regulatory approval in Singapore

Airwallex today announced that its Singapore entity has been granted a Major Payment Institution License by the Monetary Authority of Singapore under the Payment Services Act.

3 November 2021

UK SMEs plan for international expansion post-COVID, but payment hurdles threaten to handicap growth

Airwallex today announced findings from a survey conducted on UK-based small and medium-sized enterprises, revealing that more than three-quarters of SMEs in the UK have plans for geographical expansion next year.

7 October 2021

Airwallex Named to the 2021 CB Insights Fintech 250 List; Recognised as Top Fintech Startup for Fourth Successive Time

29 September 2021

Airwallex strengthens global executive team with key senior hires

Airwallex strengthens global executive team with key senior hires to support the significant expansion across its business as the company extends its global footprint.

28 September 2021

Airwallex partners with Stake to fuel its global growth and ASX introduction

20 September 2021

Airwallex raised US$200 million Series E funding round led by Lone Pine Capital

Airwallex has raised US$200 million in an oversubscribed Series E financing round, increasing the company’s valuation to US$4 billion.

2 September 2021

Airwallex secures licence in Malaysia; positioned for growth in Southeast Asia

Airwallex today announced that the company has secured a money services business (MSB) licence issued by Bank Negara Malaysia.

1 September 2021

Airwallex forms strategic partnership with Cathay, offering Asia Miles to customers in Hong Kong

26 August 2021

Airwallex furthers global expansion with launch into North America

Airwallex today announced its launch in the U.S. This launch represents Airwallex’s expansion into North America and continued international growth momentum.

29 July 2021

Airwallex founders launch new venture capital fund, Capital 49

Airwallex announced plans to establish Capital 49, a new venture capital fund set up by Airwallex founders, that will invest into early stage, high-growth technology-enabled companies powered by Airwallex’s infrastructure.

23 July 2021

Airwallex strengthens end-to-end offering in Australia with new online card payment acceptance solution

Airwallex launches its online card payments solution in Australia strengthening its capability to provide end-to-end financial products and services for businesses looking to grow without borders.

8 July 2021

Airwallex partners with powerhouse entrepreneur Naomi Simson to empower Australian businesses to scale

Airwallex partners with renowned Australian entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor Naomi Simson to help SMBs build their businesses for scale and grow successfully.

6 July 2021

Airwallex CEO recognised for engineering excellence by the University of Melbourne; plans to boost Australia’s tech talent pool with new engineering hub in Sydney

Airwallex Co-founder and CEO Jack Zhang has been awarded the University of Melbourne Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology’s Kernot Memorial Medal for engineering excellence.

10 June 2021

Airwallex and Visa unveil Airwallex Borderless Cards for Businesses in Hong Kong

Airwallex and Visa unveil Airwallex Borderless Cards in Hong Kong allowing customers to instantly generate and issue multi-currency virtual payment cards that can be used to promptly pay third parties.

20 May 2021

Airwallex rolls out online card payments solution in Hong Kong

Airwallex launches its online card payment acceptance solution in Hong Kong allowing local merchants to accept online card payments from around the world using Visa and Mastercard.

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.

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