In January, Revolut launched full banking operations in Mexico, becoming a licensed domestic bank, its first outside Europe.
This is not just geographic expansion.⬇️
By securing a local banking licence rather than partnering or acquiring, Revolut can now offer end-to-end banking and payment services directly in a major, under-served market.
What makes this interesting is the wider signal.
Digital finance providers are increasingly blurring the line between banking and payments, building integrated, multi-currency ecosystems designed for cross-border commerce at scale.
For merchants, this trend matters.
As global platforms expand, customer expectations around speed, transparency, and cost efficiency rise, especially for businesses operating across borders or serving international customers.
That does not mean traditional payment rails disappear overnight.
Cards, local payment methods, and emerging digital options will continue to coexist, but the need for a clear, optimised payment strategy becomes even more important.
At BB Merchant Services, this is exactly where we focus.
Helping merchants understand how global shifts in payments impact their costs, acceptance strategy, and long-term scalability.
How do you see fintech expansion shaping merchant payments over the next few years?
