We’re thrilled to announce that Edgars Valmers has joined Wallester as our new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) – a move that strengthens our leadership team as we scale our operations across Europe. A Proven Leader in Fintech and Banking Edgars…
You did it. You’ve assembled an international team: a designer in Lisbon, a developer in Warsaw, and a marketing lead in Manchester. It’s flexible, international… and a logistical challenge. And you’re not alone. In the UK, over 28%…
At first glance, when a company appoints a new Head of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), the move might seem like another box-ticking exercise in corporate governance. But for Wallester, the latest hire is anything but routine. In July 2025, Indrek Tibar—…
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Wallester has won three major industry awards in recent weeks, further solidifying our position as a frontrunner in European fintech innovation. At this year’s Europe Fintech Awards, Wallester was honoured…
On Saturday, June 28, Wallesterians from across Europe gathered in Estonia for our annual summer party – and it was epic. The theme of this year’s bash was Miami Vice, and we went all out to bring the heat and passion, even though the Estonian…
With a career that bridges agency and in-house roles, Maksim Piskarev brings a rare dual perspective to the fast-moving world of performance marketing. Now leading Wallester’s performance marketing strategy, Maksim shares his approach to growth, data…
When people discuss embedded finance, the conversation typically revolves around fintechs, neobanks, and other digital-native players. But that view is quickly becoming outdated. Today, companies in retail, lending, logistics, payroll, and travel are…
With a career spanning investment banking, asset management, and senior leadership roles in fintech, Rein Ojavere brings a uniquely broad and practical perspective to risk management. Now stepping into the role of Head of Risk at Wallester, he’s task…
The latest Weil European Distress Index shows that corporate distress across Europe surged from 3.0 in November 2024 to 3.8 by February 2025, its highest level in six months. This sharp rise, driven by weakening investment, tight liquidity, and marke…
Running a travel agency in 2025 is a high-stakes balancing act. You need to deliver hyper-personalised customer experiences, manage an expanding network of suppliers, and keep your operations lean, all while competing with digital-first Online Travel…
Money20/20 Europe isn’t just another industry conference; it’s where the future of finance takes shape. Bringing together thousands of fintech professionals, tech pioneers, regulators, and decision-makers, it’s the place where ideas turn into partner…
Payment cards are no longer just tools for transactions – they’re strategic assets. In today’s embedded finance landscape, branded card programs help companies unlock new revenue, increase customer loyalty, and scale fast. Wallester’s White-Lab…
Media buying in 2025 isn’t just competitive – it’s cutthroat. In Europe alone, social media ad spend is projected to hit €37 billion, with markets like the UK, Spain and Germany leading the way — all with over 77% of their populations online. T…
On 21st May 2025, we celebrated an important partnership at our Tallinn offices as part of our ongoing international collaboration efforts as we hosted Valérie Gooris, representing Sophia Antipolis, and Amine Bennani, International Project Manager &#…
At Wallester, we’ve always believed that meaningful innovation comes from staying connected to customers, to partners, and the broader fintech ecosystem. That’s why our ongoing membership in France FinTech remains a key part of our strategy in France…
Wallester has been ranked 44th in the Sifted 100: DACH & CEE list for 2025 — a prestigious index that spotlights the most promising and high-performing companies across Central, Eastern, and parts of Western Europe. The company is also the 4th hi…
Global payment volumes are exploding, and more companies than ever are asking the same question: How do we embed finance into our business without building a bank from scratch? The answer: white-label card issuing. Whether you’re a fintech star…
In a world where digitalisation is advancing rapidly, the European Union and the United Kingdom are taking a decisive step: making electronic invoicing mandatory for all businesses. This isn’t just another regulatory change. With estimated loss…
