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แอพภาษาไทยของเราพร้อมให้บริการแล้ว
18 July, 2022
ที่ทรานเฟอร์ กาแลคซี่ เราเข้าใจถึงความสำคัญในการส่งเงินถึงคนที่คุณรักที่เมืองไทย นั่นคือเหตุผลที่เรารู้สึกตื่นเต้นที่จะแจ้งให้ทราบว่า ขณะนี้แอพของเราพร้อมให้บริการภาษาไทยแล้ว และนี้จะช่วยให้คุณส่งเงินได้ง่ายขึ้น
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As joyful as it was, the summer break is coming to an end. Now, it's the back-to-school season. This is the time of year when families prepare for the upcoming academic year.
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How to prepare for Eid al-Adha?
27 June, 2022
Eid al- Adha is all about spreading joy and love. An Eid al-Adha celebration includes a feast, family reunions, games, and helping the needy. While it takes a lot to prepare, so much can be done ahead of time to get ready for the Eid celebration.
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What is Eid al-Adha and how is it celebrated?
21 June, 2022
Eid al-Adah is a time of joy and peace when people get together with their families to enjoy, let go of old grudges, and form meaningful bonds. This festival highlights the spirit of unity and equality.
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The International Day of Family Remittances is a day to honour workers who have continued sending money across borders to their families. Even in times of worldwide pandemics, economic hardship, and even natural disasters, they continue sending money to their loved ones.
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Sending money during summer with Transfer Galaxy
10 June, 2022
Summer has a lot to offer, such as sparkling city lights, festivals, weddings, vacations with your loved ones, or relaxing in the sun. Whether you are planning for an exciting vacation or a peaceful staycation, we got your back!
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Vacation plans with Transfer Galaxy
31 May, 2022
Summer is here! When one hears the word 'summer,' the first thing that comes to mind is vacation. In various countries and cultures, it is a time when people from all over the world get together with their families and friends to spend time or celebrate festivals.
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Well being during Ramadan
4 April, 2022
The holy month of Ramadan is all about taking a step back and improving your own lives and also the lives of others.
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Healthy Foods during Ramadan
4 April, 2022
The holy month of Ramadan is the month of devotion, reflection, prayer, and fasting. To be prepared for the next day of fasting, eating well between Iftar and Suhoor is crucial. Breaking the fast with dates has always been a Ramadan tradition.
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Tips for safe transfers during Ramadan month
1 April, 2022
Helping people emotionally and financially is one of the core values during the holy month of Ramadan. Unfortunately, at this time of year, fraudsters tend to take advantage of the vulnerability and generosity of people.
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Send money smartly during Ramadan
18 March, 2022
Ramadan is coming! This month is all about caring and supporting each other. It is the perfect time to make memories with family and friends. Spending time with your loved ones never goes in vain as it makes you feel healthier and happier.
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Essential tips to prepare for Ramadan
16 March, 2022
Many of us fast every year during Ramadan month, while for some, this might be the first time. Nevertheless, here are some essential tips that all of us should take into consideration during this month of fasting and praying.
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Press Release: Mikael Karlsson new chairman of Transfer Galaxy
25 February, 2022
February 25, 2022 - Mikael Karlsson has many years of legal experience of regulatory compliance and ethics at companies such as Telia, Klarna and American Express. He is now taking over as chairman of Transfer Galaxy to help the company grow and take the next step in development.
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Transfer Galaxy's CMO Anette Trulsson Corda talks about the impact of the situation in Afghanistan on BBC Today Radio 4
24 August, 2021
Transfer Galaxy's CMO Anette Trulsson Corda talks about the impact of the situation in Afghanistan on BBC Today Radio 4
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The Swedish risk management company Acuminor collects information on criminal methods from hundreds of sources across the world and the result is delivered digitally through Acuminor’s solution.
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Transfer Galaxy is now a billion SEK company!
9 June, 2021
Transfer Galaxy is now a billion SEK company! Our founder and CEO Yosef Mohamed is interviewed in Breakit and explains the business of 'swishing abroad', of being a profitable start up and why we hardly need to spend any money on marketing.
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Breakit review: Entrepreneurs from the suburbs (orten) get only 0.81% of capital investment
12 March, 2021
What does it take to get investors putting capital into your business venture: is it the place/area you come from, or is it a matter of the network you build or your educational background?
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Transfer Galaxy sees an increased need for its money transfer services in the current crisis
30 March, 2020
Just before the spread of COVID-19 in Sweden, Di Digital visited our offices in Vivalla, Örebro and had the chance to sit with our CEO, Yosef Mohamed, as well as see our new offices.
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The Financial Times names Transfer Galaxy as one of the top Swedish start-ups to follow in 2020
21 February, 2020
We're incredibly humbled and proud to be among some fantastic companies that are elevating their respective industries and making a positive impact.
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Press release: Transfer Galaxy hits 100 million SEK in monthly transaction volume and introduces eleven new markets
23 January, 2020
In December 2019, Transfer Galaxy’s customers sent over 100MSEK through its platform. The company also simultaneously opened up its money transfer service to eleven new markets in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
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UNDP Sweden nominates TransferGalaxy as one of the 17 inspirations to showcase at Almedalen 2019
1 July, 2019
Our CEO, Yosef Mohamed, has been nominated to represent TransferGalaxy as an inspiration for how the business community can work with UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
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Breaking down borders: How TransferGalaxy and Trustly are democratising international payments
31 May, 2019
We are trying to change the remittance industry, from the traditional ways of visiting an agent to a fully digital solution where you only have to visit a website: and Trustly is helping us to do just that.
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Environmentally conscious in 30 days: TransferGalaxy takes on the Breakit Impact Challenge
14 June, 2019
In April, Breakit challenged the business world to make their companies environmentally friendly in 30 days!
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We're rebranding - here's why
5 September, 2019
To grow, sometimes you've got to go back to the drawing board. We're rebranding to reflect the richness and diversity in our growing communities. And to face up to the challenge of democratising remittances.
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Transfer Galaxy wants to digitize the way the world’s migrants send money to their loved ones in their home countries. They are challenging traditional financial institutions by letting users send money through a digital platform, instead of going to physical agents’ offices.
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TransferGalaxy raises 30 million from Alfvén & Didrikson
26 February, 2018
The Swedish startup TransferGalaxy continues to break new grounds with their innovative service for international payments. They have now raised 30 million from Alfvén & Didrikson and existing owners BackingMinds to finance its expansion. The investment is pending regulatory approval from Finansinspektionen (Swedish FSA).
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Featured in the latest issue of the Swedish business magazine "Bra Affärer"
23 September, 2017
Featured in the latest issue of the Swedish business magazine "Bra Affärer"
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TransferGalaxy won the "Best FinTech Startup 2017" at Nordic Startup Awards! We are beyond happy! We would like to thank you Nordic Startup Awards for the prize and to all of you who supported us through this tough journey.
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TransferGalaxy founder: "Me and my father send money to an orphan relative every month"
5 July, 2017
TransferGalaxy founder: "Me and my father send money to an orphan relative every month"
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TransferGalaxy won the "Innovation of the year" at Örebrogalan! We are beyond happy! Thank you for all your support and remember to always follow your dreams!
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Mikael Damberg, Ministry of Enterprise and Innovation came by our office today. We discussed TransferGalaxy's development and future. A good way to start this day. Thank you for all the inspiration!
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TransferGalaxy won the "Best Company of 2016" at Business Challenge
16 November, 2016
TransferGalaxy won the "Best Company of 2016" at Business Challenge! We are beyond happy! We would like to thank you Business Challenge for the prize and to all of you who supported us through this tough journey.
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H&M CEO invests in Vivalla friends' fintech company
8 September, 2016
Örebro fintech company TransferGalaxy is growing rapidly and has now received a major boost thanks to a major investment from venture capital fund BackingMinds.
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"I have the bag full of business cards from different investors"
6 September, 2016
Yosef Mohamed wanted to send money to his eight-year-old cousin so he could go to school. However, it was more complicated than he could have imagined. Now he has started a company to solve the problem.
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STHLM Tech Fest 2016
25 August, 2016
We are happy to announce that TransferGalaxy will be one of the speakers at this year's biggest tech event, STHLM Tech Fest 2016!
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H&M backed fund shall find startup successes beyond Stureplan
2 September, 2016
We are happy to annouce that the investment fund BackingMinds has invested in TransferGalaxy!
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Here is the CEO of H&M's "Swish for international payments"
6 September, 2016
Two years ago they started their "Swish for international payments" in Vivalla, Orebro. Now they challenge Western Union - with venture capital from H&M's CEO Karl-Johan Persson.
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Press Release: TransferGalaxy and Telesom Launching International Remittance Partnership
17 September, 2015
Hargaisa, September 17, 2015 - TransferGalaxy and Telesom Company are pleased to announce launch of the International Remittance Service. The service will enable consumers to send money online from 22 countries in Europe to their loved ones directly through their Telesom ZAAD mobile money wallets...
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