- Slice of Finance
- Posts
- Ualett and Astra Partner to Enhance Real-Time Remittance Options for Gig Workers
Ualett and Astra Partner to Enhance Real-Time Remittance Options for Gig Workers
Slice of Finance Team
30 Oct
Key Highlights:
Expanded remittance options: FedNow, Visa Direct, Mastercard Move
Immediate fund access: 24/7/365 flexibility for gig workers
Comprehensive Ualett integration: seamless, no extra sign-ups needed
Enhanced choice: push-to-card and traditional ACH, RTP options
Supports the growing gig economy workforce
Source: PR Newswire
Notable Quotes:
"Our users want flexibility in how they access their funds, and this partnership delivers exactly that. By adding push-to-card transfers and the FedNow Service, we're giving independent workers more choices for quick access to their money today."
"Astra's end-to-end instant payment solutions are designed to give innovative fintech companies like Ualett the flexibility to expand their cash advance capabilities while maintaining a seamless user experience."
Our Take:
The Ualett-Astra partnership is a timely and strategic move that directly addresses the increasing demand among gig workers for rapid and reliable access to funds. By expanding into real-time payments through integrations like FedNow and push-to-card services with Visa Direct and Mastercard Move, Ualett enhances its value proposition for the gig economy. This comprehensive payment suite not only provides a competitive edge but also reflects a strong alignment with trends showing that instant transfers are now preferred by a majority of users. As gig work increasingly dominates the U.S. workforce landscape, such flexible and immediate financial solutions are likely to become industry standards, positioning Ualett as a key player in gig-focused financial tech.