Rubean AG, the Munich-based fintech company known for its software-based point-of-sale (SoftPOS) solutions, has officially installed a new leadership duo. Stephan Kuck, former CEO of Computop Paygate GmbH, has joined Jochen Pielage as Co-CEO, effective July 1, 2026. The company announced the move in a press release, highlighting Kuck's mandate to oversee sales and revenue growth.
Kuck brings extensive experience from his tenure at Computop Paygate, one of Germany's leading payment service providers. "I'm looking forward to working together and, above all, to Rubean now being able to better capitalize on its enormous opportunities in the market," said Pielage. Kuck echoed this sentiment, noting his familiarity with the company from a long-standing collaboration between Computop and Rubean. "I’m looking forward to further expanding the already significant growth," he added.
Rubean's core product, PhonePOS, is a SoftPOS solution that replaces traditional card readers with a software app, enabling merchants to accept cashless and mobile payments directly on smartphones without additional hardware. The company is already a market leader in Germany and Spain and has successfully entered several other European markets, including Switzerland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, with support from major banks and payment service providers. Its expansion extends to North and South America as well.
The leadership change is part of a broader strategy to bolster sales operations and strengthen existing partnerships. Former Chief Sales Officer Dr. Hermann Geupel will remain with the company as Sales Director for the DACH region. To finance these growth initiatives, Rubean is considering capital measures, though details were not disclosed.
The appointment underscores the growing importance of SoftPOS technology in the payments industry. By eliminating the need for dedicated hardware, Rubean's solution lowers barriers for small and large retailers, food service businesses, delivery services, and other commercial enterprises to accept digital payments. This trend is particularly relevant as economies worldwide shift toward cashless transactions.
Rubean is listed on m:access and over-the-counter trading venues, including XETRA, under the symbol R1B:GR. More information about the company and its solutions can be found at www.rubean.com.
The original press release is available on www.newmediawire.com.
