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Addressing Threat Prioritization Challenges Within the Financial Payments Industry

Fintech Weekly

At the recent Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) Community Meetings in North America and Europe, the premiere conference for everything related to the payment card and financial payment industry, several topics were top of mind for participants and attendees.

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IFC, DBS Address Trade Finance Gap with US$500 Million Programme

Fintech News

It addresses the urgent need for trade financing in emerging markets, which has been exacerbated by economic uncertainties in recent years. The initiative particularly aims to assist small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by enabling them to participate more fully in global commerce.

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Project mBridge Reaches MVP Stage, Expands International Participation

The Fintech Times

The platform now invites further international participation and private sector proposals for value-added solutions. The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has recently joined as a full participant, with over 26 other central banks observing. In 2022, a pilot involving real-value transactions demonstrated the platform’s capabilities.

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Future of Payment Security Takes Center Stage at PCI SSC Meeting in Hanoi

Fintech News

Participants can attend in person or via livestream to hear from experts, including keynote speaker Dr. Bruce McCabe , a global futurist, who will discuss the future of payment security. The event aims to equip participants with actionable ideas and solutions to bring back to their organizations.

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Zircuit Raises Mainnet Funding Round With Participation From Binance Labs, Mirana Ventures, And Others

Fintech Review

Zircuit aims to address this problem by becoming a major liquidity hub for restaked assets (ETH, BTC, LSTs, and LRTs) where users can easily allocate their capital and have peace of mind knowing that funds are deployed to the safest and highest quality protocols. Zircuit’s Mainnet Phase 1 is set to launch in the coming weeks.

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Understanding the Cyber Risks in Video Communication

VISTA InfoSec

Look for platforms that offer end-to-end encryption, ensuring that only participants can access communication data, keeping it safe from eavesdroppers. Choose platforms that provide regular security updates and patches to address emerging vulnerabilities.

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Mastercard’s Entry into Buna: What It Means for the Future of MENA Cross-Border Payments

The Fintech Times

To address these issues, Mastercard has joined Buna, the cross-border payment system operated by the Arab Regional Payments Clearing and Settlement Organisation (ARPCSO), owned by the Arab Monetary Fund (AMF). How does this partnership help Mastercard scheme participants work within the heavily fragmented MENA region?