Kroo: Taps Clearbank for access to payment schemes

Kroo: Taps Clearbank for access to payment schemes

  • Kroo currently operates a Debit MasterCard for existing customers. This is an e-money debit card, not a bank current account
  • ClearBank is the UK’s first new clearing bank in more than 250 years
  • Recently secured a full UK banking license, and ClearBank will continue to support its mission
  • Began as an Electronic Money distributor providing a digital-only prepaid card
  • ClearBank has worked with for the duration of its journey towards becoming a fully regulated bank
  • This approach eases one of the burdens of banking license applications by confirming to regulators
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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