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Despite some, ahem, geopolitical disturbance, it's great to see that Mastercard's sustainability report shows that companies are asking HOW to embed sustainability, it's no longer 'if' they should. Proud that ekko was asked to contribute to this: we're leading the way on embedding sustainability into payments and banks.

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“Accuracy is more important than speed”, my old maths teacher used to say. Of course in payments, you need both. 30 milliseconds! Well done everyone at ekko. If you want to add sustainably to your basket, payments or bank, with no cost and at breakneck speed, give me a shout!

Every millisecond counts in payments. Last week, our team hit a new milestone: reducing latency to under 30 milliseconds. That means near-instant processing time at checkout, PoS, or in apps. So fast it’s imperceptible to the human eye. For PSPs handling millions of transactions, this isn’t just about speed. It’s about reliability, scalability, and delivering the best possible experience for businesses and consumers. Huge shoutout to the team for making this happen: Ryan Richard, David Fransch, Justin Dorman, Lena Thomé, Maria de Landerset and Etienne Smith. And we’re already exploring how to go even further. #Fintech #Payments #Latency #PSPs #Scalability #SeamlessPayments #Innovation

???We’re hiring! A Sales/Business Development Manager role is open in our London team. It’s a chance to be part of a mission-driven company that’s reshaping payments and fintech for good. You’ll work with a brilliant, driven team, scaling sustainable finance and making a real impact where it matters. ?? 5+ years in fintech, payments, or e-commerce across multiple markets ???London-based role with opportunities for global travel ???Work with global leaders & shape the future of sustainable finance Interested? Let’s chat: drop Jamie C. a DM or email [email protected] #hiring #SalesJobs #fintech #sustainability #BusinessDevelopment #SustainableFinance

?? Breaking: The new Mastercard sustainability report is here! Twelve months ago, sustainability was a competitive advantage. Today, it’s an expectation. The latest Mastercard report reveals a shift: businesses aren’t asking IF they should embed sustainability. They’re asking HOW. We’re proud to have contributed to this research, alongside HSBC, Edenred, Trainline, Vinted, Green-Got and 40+ other experts, exploring how businesses can guide consumers towards greener choices. Here’s what the data shows: → Sustainability is no longer a ‘nice to have’. It’s becoming the norm. → Consumers want to do better, but they need help. → Businesses have the power to make sustainable choices effortless. As Oli Cook, CEO & Co-founder of ekko, puts it: “Sustainability isn’t just about corporate commitments. It’s about embedding action into everyday experiences, because that’s what consumers expect.” The future of sustainability is happening now. The question is: are we ready to lead it? ?? Full report in the comments. #Sustainability #ESG #Innovation #Impact #Mastercard #ekko

?? Big news!?ekko has joined the?B4NZ (Bankers for Net Zero) ecosystem, strengthening our mission to help banks, payments providers, and businesses give their customers a clearer picture of their transactions’ impact on the planet, and the power to do something about it. Because here’s the thing: ???People tap their cards every day, but most have no idea what their spending really means for the environment. ???They want to do better, but they need information, not just good intentions. ???Banks and payments companies are in the perfect position to provide that insight. That’s where ekko comes in. We bring real-time sustainability insights into financial transactions, helping customers?see?their impact,?understand?their choices, and?act?in ways that actually make a difference. No extra effort. No guesswork. As?Heather Buchanan?put it: “I?am delighted to welcome ekko into the B4NZ ecosystem. Their innovative approach to embedding sustainability in financial services aligns perfectly with our mission to accelerate the transition to net zero. By driving climate-conscious purchasing, ekko is empowering businesses and consumers to make more sustainable choices. At #COP29 in Baku, ekko played a pivotal role in championing the critical role of SMEs, ensuring small businesses had a strong voice in the net zero transition. Their insights and leadership were invaluable, and we look forward to building on this momentum to create real solutions for #SMEs.” The shift to?sustainable finance isn’t coming, it’s already here. And the financial services industry has a huge opportunity to lead the way. Joining B4NZ means we’re working alongside industry leaders to make this the norm, not the exception. Sustainability shouldn’t be an afterthought in finance. It should be?built in.? Let’s make it happen. ?? #NetZero #SustainableFinance #ClimateAction

"Most CEOs see sustainability as an opportunity, not an additional cost" reports a survey of 4.7k CEOs by PwC. Majda Dabaghi and myself wrote an article about this late last year as it's absolutely what we're seeing when speaking to our clients and the global brands that are deploying ekko. For me, the key is to work on sustainability solutions that deliver commercial returns by making the world a better place. Leaders who see that are those that will win in their sectors. ?? link to the edie article in comments

ekko is excited to be part of the #BigBirdwatchLunchHour this year!???? We're proud to support our friends at RSPB in conducting the world's largest wildlife survey (again!) between 24-26 Jan 2025. On Friday, our team will swap the office for the great outdoors of Chancery Lane (wild nature, ifykyk), and spend an hour spotting as many birds as we can.?We’re looking forward to a lunch hour with a difference! Will you join us? Find out more ?? https://lnkd.in/eAe7bHeg #BigGardenBirdWatch #wildlife #nature

Really great insights from the team at Primis CX! The post-purchase phase doesn’t get talked about enough, even though it’s full of opportunities to make a real impact. In most cases, the bulk of an object’s lifecycle actually happens after it’s been bought, so when brands focus on this phase, they can help customers extend the life of what they’ve purchased. Whether it’s through repair, reuse, or sustainable care. Supporting people like this not only improves their experience but also shows real commitment to sustainability. It’s so good to see more brands starting to embrace this! #Sustainability #PostPurchase #CustomerLoyalty #BusinessImpact