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We're Finalists in 3 Categories at the UK FinTech Awards 2026
Ratechecker has been shortlisted for Startup of the Year, Data Initiative of the Year, and Innovator of the Year at the UK FinTech Awards 2026.
25 February 2026•4 min
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We're Finalists in 3 Categories at the UK FinTech Awards 2026
Ratechecker has been shortlisted for Startup of the Year, Data Initiative of the Year, and Innovator of the Year at the UK FinTech Awards 2026.
25 February 20264 min
Company News
Shortlisted for Best Startup / Scaleup Innovation at MPE 2026
We've been selected for the MPE Innovation Hub Accelerator 2026 in Berlin, shortlisted for the Best Startup / Scaleup Innovation Award.
24 February 20263 min
Industry News
UK Payment Trends 2026: What Merchants Need to Know
From AI-powered fraud detection to the rise of open banking, discover the key payment trends reshaping how UK businesses accept payments this year.
28 January 20266 min
Card Processing
Visa & Mastercard Interchange Fees Explained for UK Businesses
A breakdown of how interchange fees work, recent changes from card networks, and strategies to minimise your payment processing costs.
22 January 20268 min
Hospitality
Payment Solutions for UK Restaurants & Cafés
From tableside payments to integrated tipping, explore the best payment technology for hospitality businesses looking to improve customer experience.
15 January 20266 min
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Company News
Shortlisted for Best Startup / Scaleup Innovation at MPE 2026
We've been selected for the MPE Innovation Hub Accelerator 2026 in Berlin, shortlisted for the Best Startup / Scaleup Innovation Award.
24 February 2026•3 min
Industry News
UK Payment Trends 2026: What Merchants Need to Know
From AI-powered fraud detection to the rise of open banking, discover the key payment trends reshaping how UK businesses accept payments this year.
28 January 2026•6 min
Industry News
Contactless Payment Limits in the UK: A Complete Guide
Understanding the current contactless limits, why they exist, and how merchants can optimise their payment acceptance for tap-and-go transactions.
25 January 2026•4 min
Card Processing
Visa & Mastercard Interchange Fees Explained for UK Businesses
A breakdown of how interchange fees work, recent changes from card networks, and strategies to minimise your payment processing costs.
22 January 2026•8 min
Retail
Best Card Machines for Retail Shops in 2026
Compare the top payment terminals for UK retailers, from countertop devices to mobile solutions perfect for pop-up shops and market stalls.
20 January 2026•7 min
Retail
EPOS Systems for Small Retailers: A Buyer's Guide
How to choose the right electronic point of sale system for your shop, including integration with card payments and inventory management.
18 January 2026•9 min
Hospitality
Payment Solutions for UK Restaurants & Cafés
From tableside payments to integrated tipping, explore the best payment technology for hospitality businesses looking to improve customer experience.
15 January 2026•6 min
Hospitality
Card Payments for Pubs & Bars: Speed, Tips, and Compliance
How UK pubs are modernising their payment acceptance with faster terminals, split billing, and digital tipping solutions.
12 January 2026•5 min
E-commerce
Best Online Payment Gateways for UK E-commerce in 2026
Compare Stripe, PayPal, Worldpay and other payment gateways for your online store. Features, fees, and integration complexity explained.
10 January 2026•10 min
E-commerce
Reducing Cart Abandonment with Better Checkout Experiences
60% of UK shoppers expect instant checkout. Learn how payment options affect conversion rates and what you can do to improve yours.
8 January 2026•7 min
Professional Services
Payment Links: The Simple Solution for Service Businesses
How tradespeople, consultants, and freelancers are using payment links to get paid faster without expensive hardware or complex integrations.
5 January 2026•5 min
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