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Drip Capital closes $40M Committed Warehouse Credit Facility from East West Bancorp to facilitate trade finance to small businesses

Drip Capital, a leading Fintech provider of cross-border trade finance, and East-West Bank (EWB), announce a US$ 40M committed credit facility for the expansion of Drip’s trade finance solutions to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).
“Drip is growing at a rapid pace and institutional partnerships are a cornerstone of our capital markets strategy. The partnership with East West Bank represents a significant milestone for our Company. It will further accelerate our ability to provide fast and seamless financing to global exporters and importers. We are excited to work with Mark Parsa and the EastWest team as we scale up our operations to service many more customers,” said Pushkar Mukewar, Co-Founder and CEO at Drip Capital.
“We are pleased to provide financial support to a global fintech company like Drip Capital to help them achieve their growth plan,” said Kristine H. Pfeilsticker, FVP-Relationship Manager of Structured Finance at East West Bank. “We both have extensive experience in cross-border financing and a shared focus on offering innovative solutions to SMBs.”
“This new asset-based credit facility provides Drip with considerable incremental financing capacity to help power the next phase of our company’s growth. We are excited to scale our capital markets programs providing unprecedented access to trade finance assets. Despite the pandemic and resulting dislocation in capital markets, we have been extremely impressed with the execution and solutions-oriented approach by the East West Bank team,” said Karl Boog, Head of Capital Markets at Drip Capital.
Drip Capital is a market leader in the global trade finance space. The company offers trade financing solutions in the US and developing markets like India and Mexico by giving their clients access to working capital quickly. Drip works with over 1,500 sellers and buyers spread across 80+ countries. The FinTech firm has financed over US$ 1.2B of international trade since its inception in 2016.
In the US, Drip provides buyer financing solutions — supply chain finance and inventory finance — to SMB importers, who further cater to the multinationals across the country. The company acts as a strategic financial partner to these SMBs allowing them to effectively manage their cash flows / working capital to accelerate sustainable business growth.
Drip has raised nearly US$ 200M through venture capital and debt since 2016, including over US$ 45M in equity capital through investors such as Accel Partners, Sequoia Capital, Wing VC, and Y Combinator.
East West Bancorp is a publicly owned company with total assets over US$ 50B and is traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol “EWBC.” The Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, East West Bank, is one of the largest independent banks headquartered in California and one of the largest minority depository institutions in the United States. The bank provides commercial and consumer banking services that help clients reach further and connect to new opportunities on both sides of the Pacific. East West Bank operates more than 120 locations in key cities in the U.S. and Greater China. The bank’s Structured Finance group provides senior secured lending facilities to specialty finance companies and project finance transactions. For more information about East West Bank, please visit www.eastwestbank.com.
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Orbital Partners with Know Your Customer to Strengthen Compliance for Its Global Stablecoin and Traditional Payments Platform

LONDON, TALLINN, Estonia and GIBRALTAR, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Orbital, a leading global platform for stablecoin and traditional cross-border payments, has announced a strategic partnership with Know Your Customer, an award-winning provider of digital onboarding and KYB please automation solutions. This collaboration significantly enhances Orbital’s compliance framework, streamlining client onboarding while reinforcing security, transparency, and efficiency in cross-border transactions.
As stablecoins gain mainstream adoption, regulatory scrutiny is increasing, making seamless, compliant onboarding essential for businesses operating at the intersection of stablecoin and traditional payments. Know Your Customer specialises in real-time business verification and registry data streamlining compliance, onboarding, and risk monitoring. Orbital recognised Know Your Customer’s unparalleled access to registries across 140 countries. This extensive coverage, coupled with the requirement for official documentary evidence, was a key factor in choosing them as a partner.
“Orbital’s forward-thinking approach to stablecoin and traditional cross-border transactions aligns perfectly with our mission of empowering businesses through best-in-class KYC/AML compliance technology. By integrating our advanced business verification and automation solutions, we’re confident that together we’ll set a new benchmark for frictionless, secure global payments that can meet—and exceed—regulatory expectations worldwide,” said Claus Christensen, CEO and Co-Founder of Know Your Customer.
By leveraging Know Your Customer’s advanced compliance technology, Orbital reduces onboarding time while maintaining the highest standards of integrity. “Compliance isn’t about ticking boxes – it’s about ensuring the businesses we work with are legitimate and trustworthy,” said Gary Mushrow, Head of Compliance Product at Orbital. “With Know Your Customer now part of our compliance stack, we are setting a new benchmark for secure and seamless cross-border transactions.”
Founded in 2017, Orbital is headquartered in London, Tallinn, and Gibraltar, with a global team of over 120 professionals. In 2024, they processed more than $5.6 billion in cross-border payments (fiat and stablecoin), serving businesses across diverse industries. Orbital includes entities licensed as an FCA-authorised payment institution in the UK, an EMI and DLT provider in Gibraltar, and a VASP in Estonia, while also holding VQF SRO membership in Switzerland.
Important: This communication is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. It is intended exclusively for eligible corporate clients outside the UK and high net worth companies. Cryptocurrencies are highly volatile and carry significant risks, including potential total loss. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Seek independent professional advice before investing. Crypto-asset products and services mentioned here are not authorised or regulated by the UK FCA. These investments may lack the protections of FCA-regulated products.
About Orbital:
Orbital is an award-winning global payments platform with over 8 years of experience in orchestrating secure and seamless stablecoin and traditional payments for businesses globally.
Orbital equips B2B and B2C businesses with an all-in-one platform that offers named vIBANs, Stablecoin Wallets, and the ability to pay-in, payout, and exchange across all major stablecoins, traditional currencies, and over 80 exotic currencies, interchangeably.
Orbital’s multi-jurisdictional licensing framework, combined with compliance with international security standards including SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001:2022, CSA TPC, and Cyber Essentials Plus, enables the platform to seamlessly unify both stablecoin and traditional currency payments on a global scale.
For more information visit Orbital or follow Know Your Customer on LinkedIn or X.
About Know Your Customer
Know Your Customer is an award-winning RegTech company specialised in next-generation business verification solutions for financial institutions and regulated organisations worldwide. For teams struggling with inefficient client due diligence and onboarding processes, Know Your Customer offers an intuitive digital compliance workspace that combines unmatched real-time registry data, covering over 140 countries, seamless integrations, and AI-powered smart automation. This streamlined approach transforms the compliance function at its core, allowing clients to customise their solutions by selecting only the functionalities they need, all accessible via a robust REST API.
Founded in Hong Kong in 2015, with a local presence in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Dublin, London, and Shanghai, Know Your Customer has built a global customer base across 11 verticals and 18 jurisdictions. The company also maintains a wide network of technology and data partners, ensuring high-quality entity data and enhanced compliance processes for its clients.
For more information visit Know Your Customer or follow Know Your Customer on LinkedIn or X.
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Vantage Markets to Share Insights and Innovation at iFX Expo LATAM 2025

PORT VILA, Vanuatu, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vantage Markets, a multi-asset trading platform, is proud to be an Elite Sponsor of iFX Expo LATAM 2025, taking place on April 9-10 in Mexico City. As one of the most anticipated financial expos in the region, the event will bring together industry leaders, fintech innovators, brokers, and traders to explore the latest trends shaping the future of trading.
As part of the pre-event coverage, Vantage recently sat down for an exclusive LinkedIn interview with iFX Expo LATAM, where the company shared insights into its mission, innovations, and expectations for the event.
iFX Expo LATAM serves as a premier networking hub for professionals across the forex, fintech, blockchain, and digital assets industries. The event offers attendees exclusive insights, expert panel discussions, and direct engagement with top-tier brokers, liquidity providers, and tech firms.
As a long-standing advocate for education, innovation, and transparency in trading, Vantage views iFX Expo LATAM as an opportunity to engage with the growing community of industry professionals in the region.
As an Elite Sponsor, Vantage participation will focus on engaging in educational discussions, exploring networking opportunities, and gaining industry insights. Vantage representatives will be featured in keynote sessions and panel discussions, where they will share valuable perspectives on market trends, industry developments, and the future of technology in trading.
Alejandro Zelniker, Affiliates and Partners Business Strategist at Vantage Markets, shared his thoughts on the event:
“The iFX Expo is a significant event for professionals in the CFD trading industry. It brings together experts, brokers and technology providers to connect and share knowledge. I’m looking forward to meeting industry professionals and discussing global market trends and technological innovations. While trading is 100% digital business, I believe face-to-face interactions can add value to professional relationships. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to showcase Vantage’s technological innovations.”
Vantage welcomes industry professionals attending iFX Expo LATAM 2025 to visit its booth and explore the latest developments in trading technology. With a strong focus on technology, transparency, and trading empowerment, Vantage continues to engage with industry professionals at global events to share insights on trading technology and trends.
For more information and to register for the event, visit iFX Expo LATAM 2025.
About Vantage
Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is a multi-asset CFD broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful service for trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) products, including Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds.
With over 15 years of market experience, Vantage transcends the role of broker, providing a trusted trading ecosystem, an award-winning mobile trading app, and a user-friendly trading platform that empowers clients to seize trading opportunities. Download the Vantage App on App Store or Google Play.
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RISK WARNING: CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Ensure you understand the risks before trading.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, an offer, or solicitation of any financial products or services. The content is not intended for residents of any jurisdiction where such distribution or use would be contrary to local law or regulation. Readers are advised to seek independent professional advice before making any investment or financial decisions. Any reliance you place on the information presented is strictly at your own risk.

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Vantage as a Platinum Partner of AIESEC FHN in Vietnam

PORT VILA, Vanuatu, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vantage reflects on its collaboration with AIESEC FHN, a partnership that focused on supporting youth leadership development in Vietnam. Through this initiative, Vantage contributed to leadership development, strategic thinking, and career growth, helping to shape the next generation of industry leaders.
AIESEC is a non-political, independent, and non-profit organization run entirely by young people. With a mission to develop leadership potential through cultural exchange programs, teamwork experiences, and professional training, AIESEC has become a vital force in shaping the future of young professionals worldwide.
By partnering with AIESEC FHN, Vantage aligned itself with a global initiative that nurtures innovation, leadership, and strategic growth, offering Vietnamese youth valuable opportunities to learn, engage, and develop essential skills.
Through this partnership, Vantage supported two major AIESEC initiatives that provided young professionals with industry knowledge, leadership training, and hands-on experiences.

1. The A Program: Product Management Essentials
This was an intensive Product Management course organized by AIESEC Vietnam. With Vantage’s support, the program offered:
- Comprehensive training sessions covering fundamental to advanced concepts in Product Management.
- Hands-on experience solving real-world product cases, helping participants develop practical problem-solving skills.
- A mentorship series connecting students with experienced professionals from the industry, offering valuable insights into career growth and industry’s best practices.

2. Mini Leadership Conference
This event was part of AIESEC’s broader Leadership Conference series, in collaboration with AIESEC Vietnam (FHN Branch) and the Diplomatic Culture Club – Foreign Trade University, Hanoi. It was designed to:
- Enhance leadership capabilities among young professionals, preparing them for real-world challenges.
- Equip participants with essential workplace skills that are highly sought after by employers.
By supporting education, leadership, and career development, Vantage continues to invest in shaping the next generation of business leaders. This partnership with AIESEC was part of Vantage’s broader mission to create meaningful opportunities for young professionals.
Marc Despallieres, CEO of Vantage Markets, shared his thoughts on this partnership:
“At Vantage, we recognize the importance of empowering the next generation in building a strong and innovative future. Our collaboration with AIESEC FHN has provided valuable opportunities to nurture young talent and equip them with the skills, insights, and leadership opportunities essential for navigating today’s evolving professional landscape. We are pleased to contribute to initiatives that support creativity, strategic thinking, and career development, and we look forward to seeing these emerging professionals shape the industries of tomorrow.”
Vantage remains committed to supporting youth development and fostering the leaders of the future through its ongoing partnerships and initiatives.
For more information about AIESEC FHN and its programs, please visit their official website.
About Vantage
Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is a financial services provider that offers clients access to trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) across a variety of financial products, including Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds.
With over 15 years of market experience, Vantage provides a trading platform that allows clients to access a range of trading instruments.
RISK WARNING: CFD trading carries significant risks and may not be suitable for all investors. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved before trading.
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