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ANZ moves to fully own the ANZ Worldline joint venture by acquiring Worldline S.A’s 51% share for $89 million, aiming to deepen its transaction banking services as part of its 2030 strategy.

Freelancer Limited has delivered a landmark FY25 with record profitability, a major NASA contract win, and significant AI-driven growth across its marketplaces and payment services.

Klevo Rewards’ subsidiary Fly Wallet has gained multi-jurisdictional certification, paving the way for its corporate card programs across 18 international markets.

FlexiRoam has broadened its partnership with a top-10 global airline to include critical aircraft connectivity and secured a two-year deal with Malaysian payment innovator Paydibs, underscoring its growing enterprise footprint.

Klevo Rewards’ subsidiary Fly Wallet has secured approval to join the SWIFT network, marking a key step in expanding its digital payments and rewards platform across the Asia-Pacific region.

Change Financial has reported a robust first half of FY26, with revenue and EBITDA surpassing expectations, prompting an upgraded full-year guidance and signalling a key milestone in cash flow positivity.

QuickFee Limited reports a pivotal FY25 with strong revenue growth and positive underlying profitability, alongside a strategic sale of its US Pay Now business and a proposed capital return to shareholders.

Novatti Group has attracted a $1 million investment from Australian Wealth Advisors Group to fuel its renewed growth strategy, focusing on expanding its Acquiring business following positive early financial results.

Smartpay Holdings has secured final court approval for its acquisition by Shift4 Holdings, setting the stage for share suspension and delisting in early November. Shareholders will receive NZ$1.20 per share in cash upon completion, pending final conditions.

Smartpay Holdings Limited shareholders convened to vote on a proposed NZ$1.20 per share acquisition by Shift4 Payments, a deal that offers a significant premium and promises immediate cash returns. The Board unanimously endorses the scheme, highlighting a thorough competitive process and the absence of superior bids.

Smartpay Holdings Limited shareholders are set to vote on a proposed NZ$1.20 per share cash acquisition by Shift4 Holdings Limited, with the Board unanimously recommending the deal. The scheme offers a significant premium amid regulatory and competitive challenges.

Smartpay Holdings has secured initial High Court orders for its Scheme of Arrangement with Shift4, marking a key procedural step toward the proposed acquisition. Shareholders will soon receive detailed information ahead of a crucial vote.