
Sendwave's acquisition of WorldRemit's African operations is a significant development in the remittance industry.
Sendwave has a history of using deceptive business tactics to gain an advantage over its competitors.
The company has been accused of using misleading marketing practices to lure users into its platform.
Sendwave's acquisition of WorldRemit's African operations is a strategic move to expand its market share in the region.
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Sendwave Acquisition
WorldRemit has acquired Sendwave, an Africa-focused remittance app, in a rumoured $500m deal.
The acquisition is expected to be in cash, with the stock being finalised in the fourth quarter of this year.
Sendwave will continue to operate independently, retaining its brand, management, employees, mobile applications, and key partners.
This deal is timely, considering the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic on global remittances, which are predicted to decline by 20% this year to $445 billion.
The World Bank is optimistic that global remittances will rise to $470 billion next year.
Sendwave Features

Sendwave eliminates remittance fees, making it a fast and no-fees way to send money home.
You can send from $2.50 (PHP100) to $999 per day with Sendwave.
Each transaction is secure, with the highest level of encryption and leading debit card processors.
Senders can expect their cash transfers to reach their recipients in the Philippines in minutes.
Sendwave offers a free $20 bonus on the first send for new users who use the promo code “FILIPINO”.
The company is licensed across the United States and backed by many world-renowned investors.
Sendwave has grown to over 400,000 active users responsible for over half of all remittances to Africa amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars.
With Sendwave, you can send money to the Philippines from the United States, Canada, the UK, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and Belgium.
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CFPB Says Consumers Were Deceived in Remittance Apps
The CFPB has taken action against Sendwave, a remittance app, for allegedly deceiving consumers.

The CFPB claims that Sendwave's app led consumers to believe they could send money to Africa at a lower fee than was actually charged.
Sendwave's app showed a lower exchange rate than the one that would be applied to the transaction, making it seem like consumers were getting a better deal.
Consumers were also not clearly informed about the fees associated with receiving money in Africa.
Sendwave's fees were not transparent, and the company made it difficult for consumers to get a refund if they were charged an unauthorized fee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sendwave working in the USA?
Yes, Sendwave is available in the USA, allowing you to send money to over 40 countries in Africa.
What banks in the Philippines accept Sendwave?
Sendwave partners with Metrobank in the Philippines for bank transfers and cash pickup transactions. Recipients can pick up cash at Metrobank locations across the country.
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