FedNow boosts send option to $1M
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Starting this summer, the Federal Reserve’s real-time payments system will let banks send payments up to $1 million, twice the amount of the existing limit.
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Ramp, a 6-year-old fintech startup, has more than doubled its annualized revenue to $700M
TechCrunch Fintech
MARCH 3, 2025
Fintech startup Ramp has crossed $700 million in annualized revenue as of January of this year, according to a source familiar with the companys internal operations. The company had crossed $100 million in annualized revenue before its third birthday in March 2022, passed $300 million by August 2023, and now effectively more than doubled that […] 2024 TechCrunch.
PayPal partners Verifone for in-person payments push
Finextra
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
PayPal is bidding to boost its in-person payments presence through a global partnership with Verifone.
Flutterwave 2024 report highlights record growth, expansion, and innovation
The Payments Association
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Founded in 2016, Flutterwave has become a leader in African enterprise payments, processing over 890 million transactions valued at $34 billion to date. The companys 2024 report highlights the companys strides in broadening its global presence, advancing its technological capabilities, and delivering exceptional value to multinationals expanding into or across Africa.
Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify
Speaker: Benjamin Woll and Tiffany Spizzo
Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.
Nexi and Klarna Partner to Boost Merchant Growth
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Nexi, the European PayTech, serving millions of merchants in more than 25 countries, and Klarna, the AI-powered payments and commerce network, have expanded their relationship into a global partnership. Nexi will enable its merchant customers across Europe to seamlessly offer Klarna’s payment method to their shoppers. Klarna will be automatically enabled as a default option in the Nexi check-out offering, allowing merchants to drive incremental revenue growth thanks to the added-value and
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Durbin to reintroduce credit card competition bill
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
The senate minority whip from Illinois plans to reintroduce the Credit Card Competition Act proposal in a bid to increase competition for Visa and Mastercard.
American Express partners with Alipay for digital payment system in China
The Paypers
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
American Express has announced its partnership with Alipay in order to enable payments at multiple merchants across the region of mainland China.
Taktile helps fintechs build automated decision-making workflows
TechCrunch Fintech
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
The automated logic behind many financial decisions for example, decisions that determine whether a client is approved for a credit line is hard-coded. Often, it’s not easily changed. If a head of credit at a bank wanted to adjust the bank’s lending criteria, for example, they’d likely have to raise a ticket with […] 2024 TechCrunch.
MeaWallet Partners with Backbase to Deliver Advanced Tokenization Solutions in Australia and New Zealand
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
MeaWallet , a leader in tokenization and digital payment solutions, announces its partnership with Backbase , the creator of the Engagement Banking Platform. This collaboration aims to deliver innovative tokenization solutions to issuers and fintechs across the Australian and New Zealand markets. The partnership will feature two groundbreaking solutions: Mea Push Provisioning and Mea Card Data.
From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation
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
HSBC Reshuffles Leadership in Asia to Streamline Operations
Fintech News
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
HSBC Holdings has assigned additional responsibilities to country heads in some smaller Asian markets as part of its efforts to streamline operations and eliminate management layers. According to an internal memo seen by Bloomberg News, Peter Kim will take on the role of head of banking alongside his position as chief executive officer in Korea, effective March 1.
Flywire cuts 10% of workforce, undertakes strategic review
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The payments software company is paring its workforce after a drop in demand in its education vertical. It's also undertaking a comprehensive review of operations.
Revolut: Women Investors Outperform Men by 4% in 2024 as Investment Gap Closes
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Women’s investments outperformed men’s by four per cent in 2024, according to Revolut data from its trading customers. New data from Revolut hints towards the beginning of a power shift as women investors saw significantly better returns than men in 2024. While trends like ‘girl math’ started as a bit of lighthearted fun, there is a clear argument that they perpetuate negative stereotypes about young women’s spending and saving habits, as well as about their financi
Alkami is buying fintech Mantl for $400 million
TechCrunch Fintech
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Digital banking services provider Alkami Technology is acquiring Mantl, which has been described as the Shopify of account opening, for $400 million. Mantl, founded in 2016 by Nathaniel Harley and Benjamin Conant, developed software to make it easier for people to open accounts digitally at community banks and credit unions. The end goal is that […] 2024 TechCrunch.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?
Network International appointed as Payment Processing Partner by MTN Group Fintech
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Network International (Network) ( www.Network.ae ), a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has been appointed as a Payment Processor – Issuing partner for MTN Group Fintech, Africa’s leading mobile financial services provider. This partnership marks a significant extension of Network’s portfolio of issuer processing collaborations throughout the African continent.
YouTrip Enables International Transfers to Over 40 Countries
Fintech News
MARCH 3, 2025
YouTrip, a Singapore-based multi-currency digital wallet, has launched a new service enabling users to send money internationally. The feature allows transfers in local currencies to more than 40 countries via bank transfers and instant payment methods like DuitNow, GCash, and UPI in select countries. YouTrip emphasises that users will benefit from competitive foreign exchange rates and transparent fees.
NCR Voyix links with Worldpay, reports revenue drop
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The e-commerce payments company narrowed its losses last year, even as revenue declined. Now, it’s wooing restaurants and retailers through the new tie.
DBS CEO sees job cuts of 4,000 temp staff as AI replaces roles
Bank Automation
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
DBS Group Holdings Ltd. plans to cut around 4,000 of its contract and temporary staff workforce over the next three years as artificial intelligence increasingly takes on roles carried out by human beings. Southeast Asias largest lender has approximately 8,000 to 9,000 of such staff, according to Chief Executive Officer Piyush Gupta, replying to a […] The post DBS CEO sees job cuts of 4,000 temp staff as AI replaces roles appeared first on Bank Automation News.
Top Strategies to Future-Proof & Sustain Your Merchant Services Portfolio
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Build a sustainable merchant services portfolio with practical strategies to ensure long-term success. Diversify across industries to spread risk and stabilize income, balancing high-risk and low-risk clients for a robust mix. Combine large and small merchants to create a resilient payment portfolio, leveraging each type's strengths. Foster long-term relationships through exceptional service and personalized support.
PPRO Announces Its Partnership With EPI to Enable Unified Payments for European Consumers Through Wero
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
PPRO , the leading local payments platform, has partnered with European Payments Initiative (EPI) to secure Principal Membership of Europes newest payment method, Wero. Through its Membership, PPRO will provide its customers with the most comprehensive route to access Wero via sponsored associate membership, payment facilitator access, or as a technical gateway.
Central bank says Revolut needs licence to do business in Ukraine
Finextra
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Ukraine's central bank says that Revolut does not have a licence to operate in the country despite the London-based fintech's announcement earlier this month that residents can now open accounts.
Marqeta replaces CEO, makes acquisition
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
The embedded payments and digital card company agreed to buy European electronic payments provider TransactPay for about $47 million and swapped out its CEO for a Visa alum.
FAQ Clarifies New SAQ A Eligibility Criteria for E-Commerce Merchants
PCI Security Standards
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) is pleased to announce the release of a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ), developed in direct response to industry requests for greater clarity on the new eligibility criteria for the recently revised Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) A. This update reflects our commitment to supporting the e-commerce community by providing clear, actionable guidance to help businesses meet new requirements under PCI DSS v4.0.1, which take effect on 1 April 2025.
Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process
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.
Grab Exec Worachat Luxkanalode Appointed as 2C2P’s New CEO
Fintech News
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Ant International has appointed fintech executive Worachat Luxkanalode as the new CEO of Southeast Asian payments company 2C2P, with his tenure set to begin in April 2025, pending regulatory approval. He takes over from founder and current CEO Aung Kyaw Moe, who is stepping down after 22 years to pursue personal projects. Worachat, currently the Managing Director of Grab Thailand, brings extensive experience in financial services and digital banking.
Ecommpay Charity Auction Raises Over €7,000 for Street Child
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Ecommpay , the truly inclusive global payments platform, recently held a charity auction like no other. Employees from the UK, Latvia, Kazakhstan and Cyprus offices came together to raise funds for Street Child, a charity dedicated to working with local organisations around the world to ensure every child has access to an education. Employee bids raised more than €2400 which was then trebled by the company to give Street Child €7395.
UK Government mulls abolishment of Payment Systems Regulator
Finextra
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
The UK Government is considering scrapping the Payments Systems Regulator and folding it into the Financial Conduct Authority.
Gen Z uses BNPL more than credit cards, survey shows
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
A J.D. Power survey of about 4,300 U.S. consumers found that more of them used buy now, pay later products than credit cards during the holiday shopping season last year.
The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility
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
Optimus poised for growth in the payments sector
The Payments Association
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Optimus, a leading regulated technology company specialising in payment solutions, is set for significant growth in 2025. With a revamped commercial strategy and an unwavering commitment to customer-centric solutions, Optimus is primed to solidify its position as a key player in the payments industry. The company’s planned expansion into the European market later this year will mark a significant milestone in its growth trajectory.
As Credit Card Concerns Rise, Banks Look to ‘Sweeten the Pot’ for Debit Card Users
Payments Next
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
By Shawn Conahan, CRO, Wildfire Systems The direction of interest rates in 2025 remains uncertain, but one trend is becoming increasingly clear: The post As Credit Card Concerns Rise, Banks Look to Sweeten the Pot for Debit Card Users first appeared on Payments NEXT.
dtcpay Powers Stablecoin Payments at Metro Departmental Store
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
dtcpay , a leading stablecoin payments solution in Singapore, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Metro, one of Singapores most iconic and trusted department stores. This collaboration marks a bold step into the future of retail, empowering Metro customers to shop seamlessly using stablecoins. As the retail landscape continues to evolve, Metro is pioneering the integration of cutting-edge payment technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation.
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