Klarna takes on banks with debit card as it diversifies beyond buy now, pay later

Klarna takes on banks with debit card as it diversifies beyond buy now, pay later


Key Points
  • Klarna is piloting a debit card called Klarna Card in the U.S.
  • The card will also launch in Europe later this year.
  • The Swedish fintech has been trying to shift its image from “buy now, pay later” poster child to a more all-encompassing banking player.



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