We’ve just reached a milestone that’s been months in the making: on 1 August, De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), the central bank of the Netherlands, granted us a Dutch Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence. With it, we’ve officially launched Privalgo B.V. in Amsterdam...
In May 2025, the United States and China agreed to temporarily slash tariffs on each other’s goods following months of retaliation levies on one another. As part of an agreed 90-day truce, the White House scaled back some of its heaviest barriers, dropping its main...
Businesses have been looking for ways to streamline their cross-border payments for years. And in virtual IBANs, they may have found their answer. Traditionally, managing international cashflows is a resource-heavy, time-consuming process. Through virtual IBAN...
Exchange rates are the beating heart of the foreign exchange (FX) market. They are constantly moving, and sudden changes can have dramatic effects on economies, businesses and financial markets. In this article, we’re analysing what makes exchange rates rise and fall,...
The shipping container industry remains a multi-billion-dollar sector, crucial to the global economy. Over 80% of world trade still moves by sea, making efficient financial management essential for businesses navigating the uncertainties of 2025. With ongoing...
Interest rates and exchange rates are closely linked. When interest rates rise, a currency typically strengthens. When rates fall, the currency may weaken. For the euro, this relationship is largely shaped by the decisions of the European Central Bank (ECB). But, like...
