Credit One Bank Partners with Bright Money to Expand Credit Access for Over 1 Million Users

LAS VEGAS, NV – [April 27, 2026] – Credit One Bank, a leading credit card issuer for over 40 years, announced a strategic partnership with Bright Money, a prominent AI-powered fintech platform to launch an embedded Credit One Bank credit card offering. This makes access to a Credit One Bank credit card possible through the Bright Money site and app. Credit One Bank is the first major credit card issuer to offer embedded credit card offers on Bright Money’s platform and will provide Bright Money’s more than 1 million users with access to personalized credit card solutions.

This collaboration leverages Credit One Bank’s proprietary embedded API (Application Programming Interface) to integrate its credit card products into the Bright Money platform. It allows qualified consumers to seamlessly apply for a Credit One Bank credit card without leaving the Bright Money app where they are already managing their money. Credit One Bank will offer three credit card products, all of which include the Bank’s signature 1% cash back rewards on gas, grocery and select telecommunication services:

• Platinum Visa for Rebuilding Credit
• Platinum Rewards Visa (no annual fee)
• Platinum Rewards Visa ($39 annual fee)

“At Credit One Bank we strive to empower consumers, and this partnership is key in expanding credit access in a digital-first world,” said Jeff Nicolo, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Credit One Bank. “We’re proud to be at the forefront of embedded finance offerings, and by integrating directly with Bright Money’s AI-driven financial platform, we aim to put consumers on the path to financial independence, right from the palm of their hand. This collaboration is an ongoing part of our growth strategy to reach new audiences.”

The partnership utilizes embedded finance technology, allowing Credit One Bank credit card offers to reside natively within the Bright Money platform, offering the customer a seamless, personalized experience through four easy steps:

• Link Bank Account: Users connect their bank for analysis of income, spending and balances
• AI Analysis: The “Money Science” algorithm identifies opportunities for savings and debt reduction and works to understand unique financial profiles and goals. Bright Money can present customers with a personalized Credit One Bank card offer that is designed for their lifestyle.
• Actional Insights: Users get customized debt payoff plans, cash advance options or credit-building opportunities, including credit card offerings from Credit One Bank
• Approval: Once approved for any of Credit One Bank’s credit cards, users instantly become a valued Credit One Bank cardmember, ready to begin their credit building or re-building journey.

Bright Money has distinguished itself by using artificial intelligence to create smart financial solutions for its users. The integration of a leading credit card issuer like Credit One Bank enhances this ecosystem and provides a critical next step for users on the road to building a stronger credit history.

“At Bright Money, we are dedicated to providing our users with a clear and AI-enabled path to financial freedom,” said Petko Plachkov, co-CEO of Bright Money. “Partnering with Credit One Bank marks a significant step in delivering the best options to our customers and allows us to offer access to world-class, trusted credit solutions within the familiar platform our customers already know and trust. It’s more than just access to credit; it’s intelligent, personalized, and a seamless digital banking experience modern consumers demand.”

The new offering will be available through BrightMoney.com and the Bright Money app starting April 27, 2026.

This partnership is part of Credit One Bank’s broader strategy to expand access to credit through fintech integrations and reach new generations of digital-first consumers. Bright Money is the second fintech partnership to leverage Credit One Bank’s embedded API for proprietary product offerings, following the Bank’s partnership with Money Lion in 2025, offering similar proprietary products.

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