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The disruptive entrepreneur series: Janos Barberis
We have created a new series at Neat. We interview entrepreneurs from around the world to share knowledge and advice on why they decided to start their own business, what challenges they came up against and what advice they would give to a new entrepreneur! Our first entrepreneur is Janos Barberis! Janos is Co-Founder of… View Article

Introducing the Neat Visa card
So what is all the fuss about and what makes our Neat Visa card special… Get more out of your purchases… That’s Neat That is correct you heard it here first. Using our card, we will give you 1% cashback on all your purchases! Set a monthly spending limit… That’s Neat You are able… View Article

Keeping our customers safe: security tips from Neat
At Neat, we are committed to providing our customers with secure online and mobile payment services and enhancing our security. Here are some smart tips to help protect yourself. Globally, there has been an increase of security incidents during the COVID-19 pandemic time. So when it comes to using Neat, we recommend you follow the… View Article

Neat becomes a member of Visa and rolls out its new Neat Visa card
Neat, a Hong Kong based fintech company, announced today it has become a member of the Visa network and will issue its own Neat Visa card for businesses incorporated in Hong Kong. As a member of Visa, Neat is able to issue its own payment products, tapping into Visa’s global network and offering an enhanced… View Article

How has the gig economy changed?
For better or worse we are in the era of the ‘gig’ economy. Workers are less likely to commit long term to one organisation. People are often doing the same kind of work but lack the benefits they would have had twenty years ago. A courier may work for five different companies at the same… View Article

Online payments: everything you need to know to grow your SME
Online payments are continually evolving, with new technology changing the way we do business. In past decades, payment options were limited, and industries typically stuck to a few preferred methods. But today, things are different. John Rampton, a fintech entrepreneur and investor, said, “Instead of paying with paper, like cash and cheques, businesses are expected… View Article

How to start an import/export business in 9 simple steps
When starting an import/export business, there’s a lot to think about – financial management, product sourcing, market research, shipping, logistics, taxes… Where should you start? If you don’t have a birds-eye-view of the process from start to finish, you could miss an important step and create problems which may arise in the future. That’s why… View Article

How to get paid on time: 20 tips to receive prompt payment
Not everyone practices prompt payment. According to accounting software Sage, 17% of all payments to SMEs in the UK are late. As a result, UK SMEs spend an average of 15 days a year chasing late payments. That’s a lot of time wasted – not to mention the frustration. What’s more, research from accounting software… View Article