Dutch neobank Bunq goes on hiring spree, targeting digital nomads, as other fintechs slash jobs

Dutch neobank Bunq goes on hiring spree, targeting digital nomads, as other fintechs slash jobs


Key Points
  • Bunq, the Dutch digital bank, told CNBC it plans to increase its global headcount by over 70% in 2024.
  • It’s expected to help the fintech expand into new regions including the U.K. and the United States, where the company is applying for local licenses.
  • It comes as other companies, including PayPal and Klarna, have significantly reduced their workforces amid a tougher environment for fintech.



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