Canada
As a fresh startup, what is the probability of being sponsored by a bank or an exchange company?
Oct 17, 2025
Sponsor Banks, FBO Accounts and Banking Access for Fintechs and MSBs
Does MSB in Montana has the same value as MSB in Canada?
Jun 20, 2025
US Money Transmitter Licensing and MSB Registration
What criteria distinguishes an MSB from an FMSB?
Feb 22, 2023
Licensing in Other Countries
We have established a money transfer company in Canada and now we are looking for a bank in the US and want to be its Authorized Delegate in the USA for money transfer services.
Feb 16, 2023
Licensing Strategy, Sponsorship and Agent Models
Why do individuals open bank accounts in multiple countries?
Jul 12, 2021
Opening Bank Accounts, Personal and Business
How Much Money Do I Need to Get Started?
Jul 5, 2021
Money Transfer Business and MTOs
Which industries are most likely to be transformed by blockchain?
Feb 11, 2018
Cybersecurity, Digital Identity and Authentication
Why is it difficult for merchants outside the U.S./EU to support international payments?
Jul 12, 2016
Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways
Are there Canadian banks willing to open accounts for money services businesses despite tighter MSB policies?
Mar 6, 2016
Sponsor Banks, FBO Accounts and Banking Access for Fintechs and MSBs
In Canada, what’s the best API-based way to send money besides PayPal?
Mar 2, 2016
Domestic Payment Rails, National Switches and Clearing Systems
How can I buy Bitcoin while living in Canada?
Feb 11, 2015
Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Basics
Why are international remittance fees so expensive?
Jan 4, 2015
Payment Corridors and Remittance Economics
Why aren’t banks run as franchised businesses?
Jan 1, 2015
How Banks Work
What is the difference between Visa and Interac?
Sep 12, 2014
Card Networks and Card Issuing
In which countries does PayPal offer its full feature set rather than acting only as a simple payment gateway?
Jul 5, 2014
Payments (General)
Why is there no seamless, unified money-transfer method between Canada and the U.S.?
Jun 8, 2014
Payment Corridors and Remittance Economics
What is an SBN number for a business account, why is it requested to receive funds from Canada to the UAE, and is there another way to receive the money?
Jun 3, 2014
Sending and Receiving Money Abroad
What electronic payment options are available for businesses in Canada?
May 6, 2014
Domestic Payment Rails, National Switches and Clearing Systems
What are effective ways to receive payments from international clients when PayPal isn’t an option?
Mar 7, 2014
Freelancers, Side Hustles and Getting Paid Online
What essential things should everyone understand about Bitcoin?
Jan 12, 2014
Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Basics
If I run a Canadian business selling digital products on a U.S. platform, am I responsible for collecting sales tax from Canadian customers?
Apr 11, 2013
Tax and Financial Reporting
Which Canadian companies are known for providing quality web hosting services?
Jul 9, 2012
General Finance Questions
Which Canadian payment processors best support foreign currencies?
Jun 8, 2012
Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways
Which Canadian payment processors handle foreign currencies most effectively?
Jun 8, 2012
Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways
What’s the simplest way to add a paid membership fee to a consumer website?
Oct 10, 2011
Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways
How can a Canadian company legally use US-based payment processors?
Oct 10, 2011
Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways
How can a Canadian business work with U.S.-based payment processors?
Oct 8, 2011
Merchant Accounts, Processors and Gateways