Plaid, a leading financial technology company, is expanding its European operations with the appointment of Ripsy Bandourian as Head of Europe. The move comes as fintech continues to thrive in Europe, driven by increased adoption of digital wallets and online commerce. With his experience in ecommerce, platforms, and emerging markets at Booking.com and Apple, respectively, Bandourian aims to develop Plaid's solutions further and help companies across the region tap into open banking opportunities. The company has already established a strong presence in Europe, with a team in London and Amsterdam that has launched various initiatives, including a full-stack open banking solution and a payments partner network. As Head of Europe, Bandourian will focus on meeting the needs of digital financial ecosystem players and unlocking Plaid's potential to deliver better financial services globally.