Wise financial services

Wise, formerly known as TransferWise, is a British financial technology company specializing in international money transfers. Founded in January 2011 by Estonian entrepreneurs Kristo Käärmann and Taavet Hinrikus, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. Wise offers services such as the Wise Account, Wise Business, and Wise Platform, enabling individuals and businesses to send, receive, and manage money across borders with transparency and low fees. In 2021, Wise rebranded from TransferWise to reflect its expanded product offerings beyond international money transfers. The company went public with a direct listing on the London Stock Exchange in July 2021, achieving a valuation of $11 billion. As of 2023, Wise operates in over 70 countries, serving millions of customers worldwide.