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Direct USD Accounts

For companies that buy, sell, or operate across borders, USD is often unavoidable. Supplier invoices, platform fees, contractor payments, commodity contracts. At some point, the money needs to move in dollars.

Girts Straujums

Girts Straujums

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Direct USD Accounts

For companies that buy, sell, or operate across borders, USD is often unavoidable. Supplier invoices, platform fees, contractor payments, commodity contracts. At some point, the money needs to move in dollars.

Girts Straujums

Girts Straujums

Updates

Apple Pay, Google Pay, and USD Cards Are Live

We're excited to announce the launch of Apple Pay and Google Pay across all WeavePay cards, alongside the rollout of our new USD card programme for corporate clients.

News

November 20, 2025

Issue #95

WeavePayWeekly reports AI teddy bear teaches kids about arson, China’s £45 billion UK shopping spree, Meta wins antitrust case, and more.

News

November 13, 2025

Issue #94

WeavePayWeekly reports AI judges your face for job success, family pays 180k to make baby a gentleman, tech layoffs hit 2003 levels, and more.

News

November 6, 2025

Issue #93

WeavePayWeekly reports pound hits six-month low on tax fears, robot descends into doom spiral, Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race, and more.

News

October 30, 2025

Issue #92

WeavePayWeekly reports Gen Z rejects stressful workplace culture, British food gets smaller and more expensive, China builds undersea data centre, and more.

News

October 23, 2025

Issue #91

WeavePayWeekly reports Amazon breaks the internet, woman uses ChatGPT to win court case, Bank of England sounds the alarm, and more.

News

October 17, 2025

Issue #90

WeavePayWeekly reports Western executives humbled by China, AI becomes sociopathic on social media, Indian art market hits record high, and more.

News

October 9, 2025

Issue #89

WeavePayWeekly reports AI fails to kill jobs, gold reaches $4,000 an ounce, UK loses a year’s worth of bread, and more.

News

October 2, 2025

Issue #88

WeavePayWeekly reports US government shuts down over healthcare, Britain grows rice for the first time, Chinese toilets make users watch ads, and more.

Insights

November 25, 2024

Leo Shipulya’s Insights On Why Niche Fintechs Serve SMEs Better Than Traditional Banks

It’s 2024: AI is detecting cancer years in advance, and machines are composing film scores. Yet, bank customers are still required to visit physical branches and sign documents by hand to prove their identity.

Insights

October 22, 2024

Girts Straujums's Insights on Overcoming Challenges Faced by Fintech Startups

Most startups face significant challenges, and many don't succeed—often for similar reasons: not solving the right problems, not building the right team, or struggling with leadership issues.

Girts Straujums

Girts Straujums

Chief Executive Officer

Insights

September 10, 2024

Eugene Shipulya's Insights on Starting and Growing a Fintech Company

When you think of starting a financial company, a bank is often the first thing that comes to mind. But for me, the appeal of banking was limited.

Eugene Shipulya

Eugene Shipulya

Insights

Creativity in Finance and the AI Revolution

The synergy between creativity and AI in revolutionizing finance - transforming operations, enhancing client services, improving onboarding, and driving innovative solutions in 2024 and beyond.

Business Development Manager

Insights

November 23, 2023

• 10 min read

Taking a European-Centric Look at Payments

Explore European payment innovations post-Brexit in our series 'Taking a European View on Payments.' Understand the impact on businesses, the role of key organizations, and the push for instant payments, reflecting Europe's unique financial landscape.

Business Development Manager

Insights

November 15, 2023

Taking a Global and UK-Centric Look at Payments

Unraveling the UK's dynamic payment landscape amid economic turbulence, highlighting fintech innovations, emerging payment trends, and regulatory changes shaping the global payment framework in 2023-2024.

Business Development Manager

Insights

September 16, 2023

What is an Electronic Money Institution (EMI)?

WeavePay, as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licensed by the FCA, offers a digital alternative to traditional banking, simplifying global transactions for entrepreneurs. With unique IBAN accounts and Visa debit cards, we provide agility and convenience for international business operations.

Business Development Manager

Insights

September 16, 2023

How are EMIs Shaping the Future?

Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs) are transforming global business banking with digital solutions, offering financial inclusivity and innovation. They bypass traditional banking's limitations, enabling businesses of all sizes to access international financial services efficiently.

Senior Client Manager

Guides

October 31, 2023

Corporate Debit Cards Explained

Discover how WeavePay's Visa Corporate Debit Cards enhance business efficiency. Tailored for global businesses, they offer robust security, worldwide acceptance, and easy employee sponsorship, streamlining payments and expense management.

Chief Technology Officer

Guides

October 23, 2023

Multicurrency Accounts Explained

Multicurrency accounts are ideal for managing global finances. They offer simplified accounting, protection against fluctuating exchange rates, and flexibility in multi-currency transactions, catering to both personal and business needs at WeavePay.

Business Development Manager

Guides

October 19, 2023

Virtual Cards Explained

Virtual debit cards offer a secure and streamlined way to make online purchases. Traditional chip-and-pin cards come with a single, permanent card number. To obtain a new number, you need to request a fresh card from your financial institution.

Chief Technology Officer

Guides

October 11, 2023

Optimizing Payments for Sports Clubs

Managing a sports club requires a reliable payment system. Fintech solutions like WeavePay offer multicurrency accounts, high-limit debit cards, and personalized service, simplifying international transactions and providing essential financial support.

Senior Client Manager

Guides

September 16, 2023

• 10 min read

What is SWIFT?

SWIFT is a global financial messaging network that facilitates the seamless exchange of information about financial transactions and is otherwise known as The Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication.

Business Development Manager

Guides

September 16, 2023

• 12 min read

What is SEPA?

SEPA (Single Euro Payment Area) is a system that standardizes euro payments across participating countries. It revolutionizes the landscape of financial transactions by offering efficiency, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Business Development Manager

Updates

Apple Pay, Google Pay, and USD Cards Are Live

We're excited to announce the launch of Apple Pay and Google Pay across all WeavePay cards, alongside the rollout of our new USD card programme for corporate clients.

Updates

New Dashboard

We’ve just launched our new client dashboard, a major step forward in how our users interact with WeavePay day to day!

Updates

October 5, 2023

WeavePay x Telegram Integration

We’ve integrated Telegram as a tool to log into your account, confirm payments via 3DS, and get payment notifications. This solves a big issue for our global clients: the hassle of changing phone numbers and missing important payment codes.

Chief Technology Officer

Updates

October 3, 2023

We've Upgraded Our Brand

WeavePay's rebranding emphasizes our commitment to better financial services, reflecting growth and clarity. Our new 'WP WeavePay' logo and simplified black-and-white design enhance user experience, focusing on functionality and our core mission of empowerment.

Business Development Manager

Updates

September 16, 2023

Why WeavePay is Committed to Personal Relationships

WeavePay emphasizes human mentorship, believing in its crucial role in business growth and job satisfaction. Our culture fosters open dialogue and diverse perspectives, balancing experienced professionals with youthful innovation to navigate the evolving tech landscape.

Girts Straujums

Girts Straujums

Chief Executive Officer

News

Direct USD Accounts

For companies that buy, sell, or operate across borders, USD is often unavoidable. Supplier invoices, platform fees, contractor payments, commodity contracts. At some point, the money needs to move in dollars.

Girts Straujums

Girts Straujums

News

November 20, 2025

Issue #95

WeavePayWeekly reports AI teddy bear teaches kids about arson, China’s £45 billion UK shopping spree, Meta wins antitrust case, and more.

News

November 13, 2025

Issue #94

WeavePayWeekly reports AI judges your face for job success, family pays 180k to make baby a gentleman, tech layoffs hit 2003 levels, and more.

News

November 6, 2025

Issue #93

WeavePayWeekly reports pound hits six-month low on tax fears, robot descends into doom spiral, Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race, and more.

News

October 30, 2025

Issue #92

WeavePayWeekly reports Gen Z rejects stressful workplace culture, British food gets smaller and more expensive, China builds undersea data centre, and more.

News

October 23, 2025

Issue #91

WeavePayWeekly reports Amazon breaks the internet, woman uses ChatGPT to win court case, Bank of England sounds the alarm, and more.

News

October 17, 2025

Issue #90

WeavePayWeekly reports Western executives humbled by China, AI becomes sociopathic on social media, Indian art market hits record high, and more.

News

October 9, 2025

Issue #89

WeavePayWeekly reports AI fails to kill jobs, gold reaches $4,000 an ounce, UK loses a year’s worth of bread, and more.

News

October 2, 2025

Issue #88

WeavePayWeekly reports US government shuts down over healthcare, Britain grows rice for the first time, Chinese toilets make users watch ads, and more.

News

September 25, 2025

Issue #87

WeavePayWeekly reports Samsung puts ads on home refrigerators, Michelob Ultra becomes top US beer, scientists create AI-designed killer viruses, and more.