Payments Dive
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Executives from the card networks were on the defensive Tuesday when members of the Senate Judiciary Committee berated them over high fees merchants must pay to accept credit card payments.
Finextra
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Moss, a leading innovator in B2B spend management solutions, has partnered with Airwallex, the leading global payments and financial platform for modern businesses, to embed global bank transfers and expand operational capabilities, supporting Moss’ international growth ambitions.
PCI Security Standards
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Welcome to our podcast series, Coffee with the Council. I'm Alicia Malone, Senior Manager of Public Relations for the PCI Security Standards Council. Recently, PCI SSC published a new information supplement called PCI DSS Scoping and Segmentation Guidance for Modern Network Architectures. This document was produced by the 2023 Special Interest Group, also called a SIG, who spent a year collaborating on this project, which was led by the Council's own Kandyce Young, Manager of Data Security Stand
Fintech News
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
PayPal has announced that its disbursement partners can now use PayPal USD (PYUSD) to settle cross-border money transfers via Xoom, its digital remittance platform. Xoom, a PayPal service, offers digital remittance services in over 160 countries, providing users with a convenient platform to send money, pay bills, and reload phones. This move aims to reduce the cost and increase the speed of international money transfers by leveraging blockchain technology.
Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting
Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical
Bank Automation
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Banks and credit unions prioritized digital integration in 2024, with 75% saying they increased their technology spend, according to a recent survey. More than 100 bank and technology company leaders were surveyed nationwide for research company Bank Director’s 2024 Technology Survey, released in September, which showed that throughout the year, banks and credit unions made […] The post 75% of FIs increased tech spend this year appeared first on Bank Automation News.
Payments Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
The card network has documented a spike in online fraud, and contends that numberless cards will reduce such wrongdoing.
Payments Space brings together the best content for payment processing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Fintech Review
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
In this exclusive Fintech Review interview, Adam Swartzbaugh, CEO of Almond FinTech , discusses transformative cross-border payment technology. Almond’s blockchain-driven Settlement Optimization Engine (SOE) addresses critical speed, transparency, and cost challenges in cross-border payments. The SOE optimises transaction routes and provides near-instantaneous settlement for financial institutions globally.
Fintech News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Over 50 speakers have already been confirmed to take the stage at Money20/20 Asia 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. The conference returns for its second edition from 22 to 24 April 2025 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. More than 3,000 people from 85+ countries attended in 2024, and next year’s show promises to be even bigger and better. Thirty-six leading names, including OpenPayd, Terrapay, Thunes, Chubb, Trulioo, and Nium, have already signed up as sponsors.
PayPal
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
PayPal customers can collect and manage funds with friends and family for things like group gifts, travel, special events, and more in the PayPal app.
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Afterpay , a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), announced today its flexible payment functionality will be available for consumers checking out online through Google Pay at select merchants. For consumers who are looking for more ways to pay this holiday season, they can now choose Afterpay at checkout to spread their purchases out in installments. According to an Afterpay survey, 1 in 3 shoppers considered using BNPL due to the convenience and flexibility it affords them, with Afterpay users ci
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Finextra
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Bank-backed mobile payment operators from Italy, Spain and Portugal have pioneered interoperable money transfers, making it possible for users to conduct instant cross-border P2P transactions.
Payments Dive
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
In the wake of Illinois being sued over its landmark law exempting state taxes from the calculation of card interchange fees, other states are making little progress with the idea.
Fintech News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MSB) has chosen Backbase ‘s Engagement Banking Platform to modernise its digital banking services. The bank will work with Backbase and its partner, SmartOSC , to implement the platform and create a unified, customer-centric experience for its 5.4 million retail and 100,000 enterprise customers. This move is part of MSB’s ongoing digital transformation strategy to streamline its offerings and enhance customer service.
Bank Automation
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Texas-based fintech Alkami is seeing its network of bank partners grow. “In the third quarter, we signed nine new digital banking clients, including six credit unions and three banks,” Alex Shootman, chief executive at Alkami, said during the fintech’s Q3 earnings call on Oct. 30. “We also renewed 14 clients, with several clients extending to […] The post Transactions: Alkami’s recent wins appeared first on Bank Automation News.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron
2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
PayFuture , a leading global payment technology provider, has launched its operations in Pakistan, creating new opportunities for international businesses to engage with one of South Asia’s most dynamic ecommerce markets. With PayFuture’s advanced payments technology and deep regulatory knowledge, businesses can now navigate the complexities of this high-potential market with ease.
Finextra
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Islamic financial services provider Hejaz has launched Australia’s first-ever halal financial app to finally provide Australia’s growing Muslim community with convenient and simple access to a broad range of Shariah-compliant financial products and services.
Payments Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
After a year as CEO of the digital payments pioneer, Alex Chriss is spearheading an expanded role in commerce for the company.
Fintech News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Crypto.com has acquired a brokerage and trading firm Fintek Securities regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. This acquisition will allow Crypto.com to expand its offerings for its eligible users in Australia to include deposit products, derivatives, securities, foreign exchange, and managed investment schemes. This move follows the firm’s recent acquisition of the US-based, SEC-registered firm Watchdog Capital, LLC, marking the second acquisition aimed at bolst
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The Fintech Times
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Both seasoned users and newcomers to the crypto scene will be able to transact and explore the web3 space using the Avara Family Wallet, the new non-custodial crypto wallet with built-in messaging. Avara, the parent company behind Aave Labs and Lens , has launched this new Ethereum wallet to ensure users remain in full control of their assets, private keys and sensitive data.
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
International payments app Zing, and global digital payments provider, Checkout.com , today announced a partnership to support the launch of a new suite of alternative payment methods integrated into Zing’s app. Zing members can now use multiple top-up tools , including mobile wallets, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, made possible by Checkout.com’s global digital payment integration.
Finextra
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
The UK Government has published its National Payments Vision (NPV), vowing to cut through the "regulatory congestion" facing the sector to deliver a world-leading ecosystem.
Payments Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The fintech couches its “cash out” product as earned wage access, but it’s a loan that, at times, carries 300% interest with a poorly disclosed fee for “instant” payouts, the AG said.
Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
Fintech News
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
GXS Group is set to launch its business banking services in early 2025, starting with Singapore, as part of its efforts to expand offerings and serve underserved segments across Southeast Asia. The services will initially target sole proprietorships and micro-businesses. This will include business operating accounts and unsecured credit lines with flexible features like daily interest crediting, no early repayment fees, and savings for early loan repayments.
TechCrunch Fintech
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
An incident disclosure shared with Finastra's banking and financial customers confirms a hacker stole files from a company system. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
The current cross-border payment system imposes high costs on businesses and economies worldwide, stifling economic potential and limiting financial inclusivity. Global corporations move $23.5 trillion across countries annually—around a quarter of global GDP—at an estimated cost of $120 billion in transaction fees annually. Any improvement in the efficiency of cross-border transactions would, therefore, lead to considerable benefits for businesses and individuals globally.
Finextra
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
The Spanish banking community has become the first EU market to enable instant cross-currency payments under the European Payment Council's OCT Inst (One-Leg Out (OLO) Instant Credit Transfer scheme.
Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms
In this webinar, Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, will dive into the 7 must-have criteria for evaluating payments partners, helping you maximize both efficiency and the long-term value of your investment. From assessing technology capabilities to leveraging business development opportunities, this session will give you a clear, actionable strategy to select the right partner for scaling your business.
Payments Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
"Nonprofits and charities need every penny they can get to make effective change in times of crisis, yet big banks and credit card companies continue to take their cut," writes one policy analyst.
Fintech News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Banks throughout the world have accelerated down the road of technological advancement in the last decade. And for good reason: those who fail to advance, become obsolete. The pressure to stay ahead continues to mount as customers demand more immediate and user-friendly experiences. Enter fintechs, like the Philippines-based Salmon, who leverage agility, talent, and innovation to not only compete and collaborate with banks, but acquire banks and transform into full-fledged financial institutions
The Fintech Times
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The UK public is largely unaware of new regulations forcing UK banks to reimburse victims of payment scams, weeks after coming into effect, anti-fraud fintech Tunic Pay has revealed. On 7 October, the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) mandated that all UK banks must repay customers who are victims of payment scams up to £85,000 per case. However, a Tunic Pay survey of 2,000 UK adults, conducted by independent market research consultancy Opinium , reveals that less than three in ten (29 per cent)
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Modulr , the embedded payments platform, today announces its acquisition of Nook , an innovative disruptor in accounts payable (AP) automation. Both companies share a mission to address inefficiencies, remove manual steps and enhance the security of business payments. These are significant concerns, as highlighted by Modulr’s survey of 250 accounting practices which revealed that nearly half (45%) of respondents spend over three hours per week on manual data entry.
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