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TabaPay named to the Forbes Fintech 50 for the Third Consecutive Year

Margaret@tabapay.com
Margaret Marinic
February 27, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that TabaPay has been named to the prestigious 2025 Forbes Fintech 50 list for the third consecutive year. This recognition is a testament to our relentless dedication to transforming the payments industry and making instant money movement accessible for all.

This year’s Fintech 50 list was more competitive than ever, spotlighting businesses that have demonstrated rapid growth, adaptability, and innovation in a challenging fintech environment. TabaPay’s inclusion underscores our leadership in the instant payments space and our ability to adapt to the evolving needs of businesses and consumers alike.

The Critical Role of Instant Payments

Our inclusion in the Forbes Fintech 50 list is more than a celebration of our achievements—it’s a powerful reminder of the vital role instant payments play in fostering financial inclusion and ensuring equitable access for all.

In today’s economy, many Americans are facing increasing financial challenges, with 26% living paycheck to paycheck. Instant payments provide a lifeline, enabling individuals to cover ongoing and unexpected expenses in real time and empowering them to navigate today’s economic landscape with greater confidence.

“The demand for instant payment solutions has never been more critical. For millions of Americans, fast access to funds is no longer a luxury—it’s an essential part of daily life,” says Rodney Robinson, CEO of TabaPay. “By providing consumers with access to cash instantly, we’re helping our clients improve financial access to underserved Americans everywhere. I’m incredibly proud of our team’s unwavering commitment to transforming the payments landscape, making money movement faster, safer, and more accessible for everyone.”

Consumers and businesses alike expect speed, safety, and simplicity when moving money. TabaPay has been at the forefront of this movement, enabling companies to speed up and improve payment performance, meet their customers’ payment needs, and lower risk and fraud rates.

TabaPay’s Fintech 50 Journey

Since our first appearance on the Forbes Fintech 50 list in 2023, TabaPay has achieved several milestones that have solidified our position as a leader in the instant payments industry. Here are some highlights from the past year:

  • Ranked as one of the largest merchant acquirers in the U.S., processing 55 million transactions per month.
  • Processed over a billion transactions since our founding in 2017, a testament to our growth and scale
  • Recognized as a Top Enabler of Visa Direct and Mastercard MoneySend, enabling seamless, real-time card payment solutions
  • Growing our volume as the 2nd largest processor and the largest non-bank processor of Real-Time Payments (RTP) transactions by The Clearing House

The Road Ahead

Being named to the Forbes Fintech 50 list for the third year in a row is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and passion of the entire TabaPay team. It also highlights the trust and support of our clients and partners, who have been instrumental in our success.

As we look to the future, TabaPay remains committed to driving innovation, fostering financial inclusion, and delivering unparalleled value to our clients. We are actively working on new features and products designed to enhance the payment experience and provide even more value to our clients. Stay tuned for exciting updates!

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