Payments Dive
JANUARY 16, 2025
The payments were made over a three-year period beginning in 2020, and were not listed in some filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. As a result, the company agreed to pay a fine under a settlement last week.
Fintech News
JANUARY 14, 2025
Vietnam and Laos have officially launched a new framework for settling payments in their local currencies and a cross-border QR code payment system. The initiative, announced at the 47th meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee, aims to boost bilateral trade, investment, and tourism. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone were present at the launch.
Fintech Finance
JANUARY 13, 2025
As the artificial intelligence revolution reshapes industries at an unprecedented pace, AIsa announces the launch of its revolutionary payment infrastructure tailored to the unique needs of the AI economy. Traditional payment systems, designed for human transactions, are no longer sufficient to support the lightning-fast, microscopic transactions required by AI agents.
The Payments Association
JANUARY 13, 2025
Decoding the FCA's safeguarding reforms: Practical steps for payments and E-money firms January 3 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about? The FCA’s proposed safeguarding reforms for payments and e-money firms, aiming to enhance consumer protection and operational compliance. Why is it important? The reforms ensure robust safeguarding practices, bolster consumer trust, and address risks like fund shortfalls during insolvency.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
Finovate
JANUARY 15, 2025
Union Credit has announced a new partnership with MeridianLink. The partnership will simplify and streamline the lending process for credit unions with real-time financing solutions at the point of purchase. Union Credit most recently demoed its technology at FinovateFall 2024. Union Credit , a marketplace for credit unions that offers pre-approved, one-click credit offers at the point of purchase, has teamed up with software platform MeridianLink.
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Fintech News
JANUARY 12, 2025
Southeast Asias fintech industry is flourishing, driven by soaring adoption of digital payments, alternative lending, and wealthtech. The regions strong fundamentals, coupled with a growing digital economy, promise continued growth and innovation in the coming years, a new report by Royal Park Partners (RPP), a fintech-focused corporate finance advisory firm, says.
Fintech Finance
JANUARY 14, 2025
Paymentology , the leading global issuer processor, in partnership with audax, a comprehensive digital banking technology solutions provider backed by Standard Chartered, and Mastercard , a global leader in payment technology and network solutions, announces the launch of a new report titled “Understanding Cards-as-a-Service (CaaS) and the Power of Strategic Partnerships.” The report highlights the transformative potential of CaaS in enabling banks and fintechs to become distributors
PCI Security Standards
JANUARY 14, 2025
Welcome DataStealth, a new Principal Participating Organization (PPO) at the PCI Security Standards Council! In this special spotlight edition of our PCI Perspectives Blog, DataStealths CEO, Ed Leavens, introduces us to his company and how they are helping to shape the future of payment security.
Finextra
JANUARY 13, 2025
As the artificial intelligence revolution reshapes industries at an unprecedented pace, AIsa announces the launch of its revolutionary payment infrastructure tailored to the unique needs of the AI economy.
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
Payments Dive
JANUARY 14, 2025
The card network entered the agreement to settle a proposed class action that alleged it discriminated against Black, Hispanic and female employees by underpaying them.
Fintech News
JANUARY 13, 2025
Blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis has acquired Alterya , an AI-based fraud detection platform focused on identifying scams before they impact victims. Alterya, which launched in stealth mode, has collaborated with cryptocurrency exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, and Block, along with financial institutions, to monitor over US$8 billion in monthly transactions across crypto and fiat systems.
Fintech Finance
JANUARY 10, 2025
Bank Alfalah , a leading commercial bank in Pakistan with a network of over 1,000 branches, has announced its acquisition of a 9.9% equity stake in Jingle Pay , one of the fastest growing fintechs in the MENAP region. The Bank’s fintech investment underscores its commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion across key markets.
The Payments Association
JANUARY 13, 2025
Unveiling digital fraud: Insights into scam trends and prevention in the UK payment sector January 3 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about? An examination of authorised push payments (APP) scams in 2023, their impact on victims, and the platforms most exploited. Why is it important? Over 340 million was lost to APP scams, affecting trust in payments and digital platforms.
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Finextra
JANUARY 12, 2025
In this fourth annual report, APIContext evaluated the performance of UK Open Banking APIs from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024. The UK’s Open Banking system is arguably the most advanced in the world, having been in place since at least 2018. The time in market for this ecosystem offers lessons and best practices to other countries that are looking to implement similar API-driven financial sys.
Payments Dive
JANUARY 16, 2025
The digital payments provider agreed to pay penalties to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and a group of states under settlements that alleged the company violated banking laws.
Fintech News
JANUARY 14, 2025
Thunes, a global payments company specialising in cross-border transactions, has integrated Hyperwallet, a PayPal service, into its Direct Global Network. The partnership expands payout options for merchants in the Asia-Pacific region, enabling Hyperwallet customers to send funds to over 450 million mobile wallets and bank accounts across Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, South Korea, and Vietnam.
Fintech Finance
JANUARY 14, 2025
ClearBank , the enabler of real-time clearing and embedded banking, today announced its partnership with Airwallex , a leading global payments and financial platform for modern businesses. Through this collaboration, Airwallex will leverage ClearBank’s agency banking solution to enhance its UK offering with virtual business accounts, GBP collections, and Confirmation of Payee (CoP) functionality.
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The Paypers
JANUARY 13, 2025
Social media company X has outlined its ambition to evolve into an all-encompassing platform with the launch of the X Money payment feature scheduled for 2025.
Finextra
JANUARY 14, 2025
The Bank of England is to launch a Digital Pound Lab as it sets out its blueprint for the design phase of a future Britcoin.
Payments Dive
JANUARY 10, 2025
The digital bank also said this month that it’s exploring strategic alternatives for its credit card business.
Fintech News
JANUARY 12, 2025
Banking Circle, a Luxembourg-licensed bank specialising in next-generation banking services, is set to acquire Australian Settlements Limited (ASL), an authorised deposit-taking institution. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, marking a key step in Banking Circle s growth in the Australian market. ASL, a provider of settlement and processing services for banks and payment companies in Australia, will complement Banking Circles existing operations in t
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 Finance
JANUARY 15, 2025
Mamo , a UAE-based fintech company, has been selected as the preferred payment provider for Lyvely , a social e-commerce platform enabling content creators to monetize their products and services. This collaboration reflects Mamos ongoing commitment to providing efficient payment solutions for businesses and supporting the growth of the UAE creator economy.
The Payments Association
JANUARY 13, 2025
Navigating legal uncertainty: How the Digital Assets Bill could impact PSPs January 13 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about? The impact of the UK Digital Assets Bill on PSPs, highlighting legal uncertainties, operational challenges, and strategic opportunities. Why is it important? It addresses how evolving regulations shape the digital asset landscape, influencing innovation, compliance, and global competitiveness.
Basis Theory
JANUARY 17, 2025
As we rolled into 2024, we focused on 4 key components of our product: speed and performance, 3DS, Account Updater, and managed connections. Heres how that went.
Payments Dive
JANUARY 17, 2025
Banks seeking to halt a new Illinois law that bars credit card interchange fees on taxes and tips succeeded on one front, but not another, at least for now.
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 News
JANUARY 12, 2025
Reap, a Hong Kong-based payment technology provider, has received in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The approval is a step forward for Reap Singapore , the company’s local entity, as it works toward meeting the conditions required to obtain the full license. Reap intends to allocate necessary resources to support its Singapore operations and strengthen compliance standards.
Fintech Finance
JANUARY 10, 2025
Reap , a leading payment technology provider, is thrilled to announce today that it has received an In-Principle Approval (IPA) from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) for its application of the Major Payment Institution (MPI) License for its Singapore entity, Reap Singapore. Obtaining the IPA marks a significant milestone for Reap. Reap is committed to regulatory excellence while continuously enhancing its capabilities and presence in the country and the broader Asia Pacific region.
NFCW
JANUARY 13, 2025
BEIJING PASS: The devices make it simple to access local mobile payments services on visits to China Travellers arriving at Beijing Capital Airport are now able to rent a dedicated mobile payments and local communications device from a service desk in the Terminal 3 arrivals hall, making it quick and easy to access local mobile payments services during their visit to China. “The Beijing Pass device, co-developed by UnionPay, Bank of Beijing and Beijing Unicom, is a compact terminal that fu
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