Newline by Fifth Third Recognized as a 2026 Global Finance Top Financial Innovator
“This recognition from Global Finance highlights how Fifth Third is helping shape the future of embedded finance,” said Bridgit Chayt, head of Commercial Payments, Fifth Third. “With Newline, we’re empowering companies to seamlessly integrate payments and financial capabilities into their customer experiences. We bring together the speed of modern fintech with the strength, scale and trust of a top bank.”
Newline is part of Fifth Third’s Commercial Payments business, which processed more than
“Innovation in banking and financial services is driven by advances in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital payments. This is enabling faster transactions, improved risk management, and more personalized customer experiences,” said Joseph Giarraputo founder and editorial director of Global Finance. “Global Finance’s Innovators 2026 are driving this evolution, setting the pace as the industry advances toward a more dynamic and technology-enabled future.”
All selections were based upon entries and made by the editorial board of Global Finance with the input of reporters who are experts on the functions being served by these innovators.
About Newline
Newline by Fifth Third provides BIN sponsorship and a modern API‑driven platform that enables enterprise clients to launch payment, card, and deposit products directly with the Bank. Its technology helps clients embed financial capabilities seamlessly into their products, backed by Fifth Third’s standards for performance, scalability, and risk management. Newline powers offerings for leaders including Trustly and Stripe.
About Fifth Third
Fifth Third is a bank that's as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we've been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. Our list of firsts is extensive, and it's one that continues to expand as we explore the intersection of tech-driven innovation, dedicated people and focused community impact. Following the completion of its merger with Comerica in February 2026, Fifth Third is the ninth-largest bank in the United States, with approximately
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is a federally chartered institution. Fifth Third Bancorp is the indirect parent company of Fifth Third Bank, and its common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "FITB." Investor information and press releases can be viewed at www.53.com. Deposit and credit products provided by Fifth Third Bank, National Association. Member FDIC.
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