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Spendesk Teams Up with Adyen to Revolutionize SMB Finances

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Spendesk and Adyen are joining forces in a strategic partnership aimed at reshaping embedded financial services for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Adyen’s Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) platform will empower Spendesk to streamline spend management while scaling its offerings globally.

Spendesk, known for helping finance teams automate spending and gain control, now leverages Adyen’s full-stack BaaS solution across key markets. With Adyen’s UK banking license, Spendesk can deliver tailored payment solutions, including virtual cards, digital wallets like Apple Pay, and new procurement tools—all while simplifying workflows for SMBs.

This partnership also enhances security. Adyen’s compliance across the UK, EU, and US ensures Spendesk meets regulatory standards as it scales. “Trust and accountability are key,” says Spendesk’s CEO Stephane Dehaies. “Adyen’s innovation and shared values align perfectly with our mission to deliver top-tier solutions.”

Looking ahead, the duo plans to optimize payment success rates, streamline onboarding, and innovate SMB financial tools. Adyen’s Hemmo Bosscher highlights, “This partnership is all about driving growth and meeting unmet SMB needs.”

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Marcel

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