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The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Monzo team.

Quarterly Updates
22 July 2019

Monzo Quarterly Update: Q3 2019

What we've been working on in the last three months, and what's in store next!

Monzo 101
22 July 2019

12 of our favourite Monzo reviews

In our totally unbiased opinion, here are some of our favourite reviews of Monzo, as told by our customers.

Should I pay in local currency or pounds (GBP) when I use Monzo abroad?
Monzo 101
26 November 2023

Should I pay in local currency or pounds (GBP) when I use Monzo abroad?

Euros, Dollars, Pesos or Rupees – always pay in the local currency when you’re using Monzo abroad, so you can get the Mastercard exchange rate, without any extra charges.

Product Updates
16 July 2019

We’ve been testing if we can help you remortgage

A remortgage is when you already have a mortgage, but you switch to a new deal to avoid paying higher interest rates.

Money in Love
17 July 2019

Money in Love: Fuminori and Jake

Through stories from real-life relationships, we’re tackling the taboo around couples and their cash.

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How We Protect You
Fraud
17 July 2019

Protect yourself against investment scams on social media

An investment opportunity promising you amazing returns in days? It’s probably a scam.

Technology
Data
29 November 2016

Laying the foundation for a data team

At Monzo, we want to build the best bank account in the world. Today, more than ever before, data is central to creating wonderful customer experiences and efficient internal operations.

No Spend November
How Money Works
4 November 2019

What is the No-Spend November challenge and how can you start it?

The goal of the challenge is to rein in how much money you are spending on things you don’t really need in November.

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Product Updates
10 July 2019

The evolution of Monzo Chat

As we grow, we want to make sure we can consistently deliver amazing customer service.

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Money in Love
9 July 2019

Money in Love: Russell & Richard

Through stories from real-life relationships, we’re tackling the taboo around couples and their cash. 

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Product Updates
8 July 2019

Introducing: Xero and FreeAgent for Business Accounts!

From this week, you’ll be able to integrate your Monzo Business Account with Xero or FreeAgent.

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Technology
8 July 2019

How we respond to incidents

A good response process can mean the difference between something being resolved in minutes and an issue developing into something worse!

Product Updates
4 July 2019

New to Monzo Plus: interest on your money and exclusive discounts

Today, we’re adding two new things to Monzo Plus: we’re letting you earn interest on the balance in your Monzo account and giving you access to exclusive offers and discounts.

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Technology
3 July 2019

The role of technology in social inclusion

The technology we use to create Monzo can play a key part in our mission to make money work for everyone.

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Monzo 101
3 July 2019

Everything I wish I’d known about money at university

One of the biggest challenges at university (alongside actual academic work) is managing your money.