How the Postal Service Became a Bank
Post offices are already competing with traditional bank branches
New Zealand
Travelex And Paper Plus To Offer Foreign Exchange Across 84 New Zealand Stores From May 2026
Travelex and Paper Plus have entered into a national partnership to provide foreign currency exchange services through the Paper Plus store network across New Zealand.
Travelex & TSB Launch New Zealand Travel Money Partnership With 28 Store Access
Travelex and TSB Bank have launched a referral partnership in New Zealand focused on travel money services.
Mastercard and Westpac Launch New Zealand’s First Live AI‑Assisted Payments
Mastercard and Westpac Banking Corporation have completed New Zealand’s first fully authenticated AI‑assisted transactions, marking a milestone for the Asia‑Pacific region in digital payments innovation. Unlike traditional online shopping, these transactions were executed entirely by AI agents acting on behalf of the cardholder, while remaining fully verified, secure, and transparent across the payment network. The AI […]
HSBC Forecasts Slower Asia GDP Growth in 2026 as Export Demand and AI Risks Weigh
HSBC’s latest regional economic forecast projects that GDP growth in the Asia ex-Japan region will moderate to around 4.5% in 2026, down from an estimated 4.9% expansion in 2025, with slower activity anticipated across several major economies. This outlook reflects concerns about weakening export demand and uncertainties around the contribution of artificial intelligence (AI)-related investment […]
Revolut Seeks to Become New Zealand’s First Global Digital Bank
The fintech company Revolut, headquartered in London, is focused on New Zealand as part of its ongoing international expansion.
Payday Loans NZ No Credit Checks
In today’s fast-paced world, financial emergencies can strike when least expected, leaving many individuals scrambling for a quick solution. For those with less-than-perfect credit scores, traditional financing options might not be available. This is where payday loans with no credit checks come into play.
New Zealand Central Bank Head Says About Instability of Stablecoins
The Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, Adrian Orr, expressed concern about digital currencies, calling them oxymorons and the biggest misnomers.
Navigating Safe Gaming in New Zealand: An Expert Guide by Choice Not Chance
Welcome to our comprehensive guide on safe online gambling tailored for the Kiwi player. At Choice Not Chance, we recognize the importance of responsible gaming to ensure players’ well-being. Gambling, with its thrills and potential rewards, stands as a popular form of entertainment.
X Tests ‘Not A Bot’ Subscription System
In a new experiment with subscription, X, formerly Twitter, requires unverified accounts to pay $1 annually to be able to post & interact with other posts.
Revolut Launches in New Zealand
The British financial app Revolut has been launched in New Zealand.
TikTok to Invest Billions of Dollars in Southeast Asia
TikTok, an application for short videos, which is part of the ownership structure of the Chinese company ByteDance, on Thursday, June 15, announced its intention to invest billions of dollars in Southeast Asia over the next few years.
Promoting Responsible Gambling: How Casinos in New Zealand Prioritize Player Safety
In the pulsating heart of New Zealand’s vibrant casino scene, where fortunes are won and lost beneath the neon lights, a tale of responsibility unfolds. A story that transcends the glitz and glamour, for it delves into the depths of player safety, where the guardians of the gambling realm emerge.
Latitude Financial Refuses to Bow to Ransomware Demands
The Australian consumer creditor Latitude Financial has received a demand from criminals who carry out their illegal activities in the virtual space to redeem previously stolen data.
Which Countries Use Polymer Banknotes
Polymer banknotes were first widely adopted in Australia. The country introduced them as currency in 1988, during its bicentennial year. By 1996, Australia had entirely switched to these plastic notes. Romania became the first European country to issue a polymer banknote in 1999. By 2003, it had also switched entirely to polymer currency, following in […]
