Introduction
Langbridge and Sandhofer, respectively, possess over 15 years of experience in financial technology and payments. They will be responsible for the strategic partnerships, growth, and commercial strategy of Wise Platform across the regions, as the demand for its solutions continues to increase at a rapid pace. Sandhofer has held prominent positions at Payoneer and UniCredit and has contributed to the development of the European Commercial function at Nium before joining Wise Platform. Langbridge joined from Currencycloud, where she played a critical role in the company’s transformation from a UK-centric startup to a global cross-border payments company.
Most recently, Morgan Stanley, a prominent financial services firm, has selected Wise Platform to provide corporate clients with fast, secure, and cost-effective foreign exchange services. This partnership provides one of the banking industry’s most operationally robust and rapid payment capabilities. Wise Platform also expanded to Latin America last year by launching its multi-currency accounts and debit cards solution with Nubank in Brazil, one of the world’s largest digital banks with over 100 million customers, and Travelex Confidence, the world’s largest non-bank foreign currency supplier. Wise Platform facilitates swift, secure, and seamless international transactions for Travelex Confidence’s consumers and Nubank’s premium Ultraviolet segment through these partnerships.
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In response to the rapidly increasing demand for its Correspondent Services solution in Europe, Wise Platform has expanded and formed partnerships. This encompassed the following:
Launching nine additional currencies in collaboration with one of its most enduring partnerships, Germany’s N26, to enable their consumers to send money in 44 currencies directly from the N26 app. A new partnership has been formed with the renowned global bank Standard Chartered to facilitate more cost-effective international remittances for the bank’s cross-border service, SC Remit, in the Middle East and Asia. Qonto, a prominent business finance solution, will be launched in France to provide fast and low-cost international payments to more than 500,000 SMEs and freelancers throughout Europe. Industry-leading high-speed cross-border payments and certainty to 190+ countries and 350+ payment rails are now possible with Wise Platform’s six direct connections to payment systems and 65+ licenses worldwide.
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FAQs
1. What is Wise Platform, and what does it offer?
Wise Platform is a global leader in cross-border payments and financial technology. It enables banks, enterprises, and businesses to provide seamless, secure, and cost-effective international transactions through its innovative solutions, including multi-currency accounts, correspondent services, and integrated payment rails.
2. Who are Langbridge and Sandhofer, and what roles do they play in Wise Platform?
Langbridge and Sandhofer bring over 15 years of experience in financial technology and payments. They oversee and scale Wise Platform’s strategic partnerships, growth, and commercial strategy across regions, ensuring robust expansion as demand for cross-border payment solutions grows.
3. What are some of Wise Platform’s recent accomplishments?
Wise Platform recently partnered with Morgan Stanley to offer fast and cost-effective foreign exchange services to corporate clients. It expanded into Latin America with Nubank and Travelex Confidence and strengthened its presence in Europe through partnerships with N26, Standard Chartered, and Qonto.
Conclusion
Wise Platform continues to revolutionize cross-border payments by offering secure, transparent, and cost-efficient solutions to businesses and financial institutions globally. With 65+ licenses and direct connections to six payment systems, it serves 190+ countries and 350+ payment rails. Recent expansions, including partnerships with Morgan Stanley, Nubank, and Standard Chartered, highlight its commitment to delivering exceptional value. By integrating cutting-edge technology and scaling operations with visionary leadership like Langbridge and Sandhofer, Wise Platform is poised to reshape the future of global payments, catering to growing demands and setting new industry standards.
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