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Revolut has officially reached 50 million customers across 38 markets—a huge milestone for the London-based FinTech in just 9 years.
This week, Revolut is hosting The Revolutionaries, a two-day event in London to celebrate their milestone alongside customers.
Co-founders Nik Storonsky and Vladyslav Yatsenko will take the stage, with Antoine Le Nel hinting at some exciting announcements. The event will also feature influential guests from music, business, fashion, sports, gaming, and more, culminating in a dynamic performance by Charli XCX.
And there’s more. As competition among retail brokers serving British investors intensifies, Revolut will offer trading of UK and EU-listed stocks starting next year.
The London-based company, which recently obtained a UK banking license, announced on Monday that it has received approval from the Financial Conduct Authority to operate as an investment firm, allowing it to expand its range of services. This move broadens their services and heats up the competition in the retail trading space.
What a start of the week for Revolut so far, and it seems this won't be the last we hear from them this week!
Stay tuned for the latest updates. In the ever-evolving world of FinTech, being informed is your best asset 😉
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