2026-01-23 06:01:15

Revolut has changed course on its acquisition strategy. Instead of pursuing a deal to buy a US lender, the fintech firm is now focusing efforts on obtaining its own standalone banking license in the United States. This shift marks a notable change in the company's expansion playbook, prioritizing regulatory independence over acquiring existing institutions. The move reflects broader trends in how digital finance companies approach market entry and compliance in the region.

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WenMoon

· 01-25 20:39

Getting your own license is more reliable than directly buying a shell, and Revolut's move is quite interesting.

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ContractTester

· 01-24 18:12

A smart choice, holding your own license is much better than taking over someone else's.

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Blockwatcher9000

· 01-24 07:11

Revolut's move is quite interesting. Getting their own license is more reliable than acquiring a shell company, but how long does the cycle usually take?

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SelfCustodyIssues

· 01-23 06:30

Revolut's move this time, instead of buying a shell, it's better to get a license yourself; the approach is indeed more hardcore.

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GasFeeSurvivor

· 01-23 06:30

Revolut's move this time is pretty good. Getting their own license is much more reliable than an acquisition, avoiding the hassle from those Americans.

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BearMarketSurvivor

· 01-23 06:29

Smart move, getting your own license is much easier than buying a shell, and you don't have to inherit a bunch of historical baggage.

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All-InQueen

· 01-23 06:26

Getting your own license is smarter than acquiring an old bank. Avoiding risks and hassle, Revolut's move is quite good.

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ser_we_are_ngmi

· 01-23 06:07

Getting your own license is much more reliable than acquisition; regulation is something you still need to control yourself.

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NotSatoshi

· 01-23 06:01

Revolut's move is quite interesting; obtaining a license on your own is more difficult than an acquisition, but I also understand that US financial regulation is indeed a nightmare level.

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