Category: News
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Clever Updates: From Licence to Lift Off
This month’s update is about momentum. The kind that builds quietly and then all at once. From new cities to new licences and a smoother merchant dashboard, every update in this edition moves us closer to one goal: a stronger, faster, more connected Hello Clever. Here’s what’s inside: ✅ Elevate goes global: Bringing our biggest…
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Licensed to Move More.
It’s official: Hello Clever has been granted an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) by the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC). A short line of text. A long step forward. Because in fintech, a licence isn’t just paperwork. It’s permission to move differently: faster, safer, and on your own rails. From Startup to Regulated Scale With AFSL approval, Hello…
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Hello Clever Named in AFR Fast Starters for the Second Year in a Row.
Some news we’re genuinely proud to share: Hello Clever has been recognised in the Top 10 of this year’s AFR Fast Starters list. Last year we placed #2, which was a huge moment for us. To be included again in 2025, this time inside the Top 10, feels just as meaningful, but for different reasons.…
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More Yes in Payments: Hello Clever Levels Up with PayFac Status.
Picture this: a customer is ready to buy, card in hand, funds in the bank. They tap, but instead of a simple yes, the screen flashes declined. It’s more than just an awkward moment. It’s a sale lost, a customer gone, and trust broken. These moments are more common than most realise, and they quietly…
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Clever AI Data Analyst: Real-Time Payments Intelligence That Never Sleeps.
Discover Clever AI Data Analyst, part of Hello Clever’s payments & loyalty intelligence platform. Real-time answers, proactive alerts, and predictive forecasts. PCI Level 1 secure.
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Sydney to Tokyo: Hello Clever Expands to Japan
We’ve officially opened our doors in Japan. Led by Kaido Chiwata, Hello Clever’s expansion brings real-time payments, loyalty intelligence, and AI-powered insights to one of the world’s most advanced markets, with local roots and global reach.
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Certified to the Highest Standard in Payments.
Hello Clever is now PCI DSS Level 1 v4.0.1 certified. This certification validates that our infrastructure meets the most rigorous global standards for data security, encryption, and access control the kind demanded by the world’s most trusted financial institutions. What Is PCI DSS Level 1? The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a global…
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Clever Product Updates: Smoother Cashback Sign-Up and Sharper Single-Day Tracking.
This month, we’re making in-store rewards smarter, sharper, and friction-free. A faster sign-up flow for customers. A more precise lens for merchants. And a gentle nudge to tidy up your QR codes before they become digital relics. Faster In‑Store Cashback Sign‑Up Getting Instant Cashback in-store just got a whole lot simpler. We’ve redesigned the CleverShop…
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RBA’s Surcharge Ban Is a Growth Opportunity Hiding in Plain Sight.
In July 2026, card surcharges will be a thing of the past, following a year of industry consultation. The Reform is expected to return over $1.2 billion to Australian consumers annually. But this isn’t just a win for shoppers. It’s a wake-up call for merchants. And a massive tailwind for platforms like Hello Clever, built…
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Disrupting the Status Quo: Hello Clever CEO Wins Top Fintech Award.
We are thrilled to announce that our Co-Founder and CEO, Caroline Tran, has been honored with the Female Fintech Leader of the Year award at the prestigious 2025 FinTech Australia Finnie Awards. This accolade recognizes Caroline’s exceptional leadership and her significant contributions to the fintech industry. 🚀 Reimagining Fintech, One Instant Payment at a Time…