US and UK sign agreement to regulate AI models
Finextra
APRIL 2, 2024
The governments of the UK and US have signed what they claim is the first international bilateral agreement to regulate the risks of artificial intelligence (AI) models.
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Discover, FDIC reach consent agreement
Payments Dive
OCTOBER 2, 2023
The agreement, issued last week, addresses “shortcomings” in Discover Bank’s compliance management system for consumer protection laws, the company said.
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Swiss-UK Agreement Sends Strong Signal for Open Financial Markets
Fintech News
OCTOBER 6, 2024
Switzerland and the United Kingdom signed an agreement to create more efficient and globally competitive conditions for cross-border trade in financial services with the new “Berne Financial Services Agreement” (BFSA). The agreement requires approval by the parliaments of both countries before it can enter into force.
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Dojo Signs New Agreement with American Express to Simplify Payment Processes for Small Businesses
Fintech Finance
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The strategic agreement will help Dojo’s small business customers accept American Express payments seamlessly with one unified contract, which offers a smoother experience featuring a consolidated statement for transaction reconciliation, a unified settlement process, a streamlined onboarding journey, and a single point of contact for servicing.
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Blackstone Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Sony Payment Services
Fintech Finance
JANUARY 2, 2024
Blackstone (NYSE: BX) today announced that Private Equity funds managed by Blackstone have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Sony Payment Services Inc. The post Blackstone Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Sony Payment Services appeared first on Fintech Finance. SPSV is supported by Japan’s JPY 22.7
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VE3 Selected for CCS’s Payment Acceptance 2 Agreement
The Payments Association
MARCH 28, 2024
VE3 has been selected as a key supplier for the Payment Acceptance 2 Agreement by Crown Commercial Services for the provision of payment consultancy services. Read more
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Network International Inks Agreement With National Bank of Fujairah to Provide Omni-Channel Payment Solutions
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Network International (Network), a leading enabler of digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a referral agreement with National Bank of Fujairah (NBF ) to extend digital payment services to the bank’s corporate customers. ” The partnership fosters innovation and financial inclusion within the UAE digital economy.
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barq Signs Agreement With Mastercard to Empower Businesses With Advanced Payment Acceptance Technology
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
The strategic agreement will see barq leverage Mastercard Gateway technology to further equip its merchants and consumers around the Kingdom with greater access to a wide range of value-added services — responsive, personalised solutions that cater to their unique needs and preferences.
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CBI and SEPAmail.eu Signed an Agreement to Set Up an Interoperable IBAN-Name Check – Verification of Payee (VoP) Solution
Fintech Finance
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Thanks to our agreement with CBI, we are building strong and performant interoperability between efficient schemes that other European communities will be able to rely on to comply with Instant Payment Regulation as of October 2025.” Jacques Vanhautère, CEO of SEPAmail.eu , commented: “As the VoP provider within STET Group, SEPAmail.eu
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Citi inks referral agreement with Dubai's Network International
Finextra
AUGUST 20, 2024
Citi has struck a referral agreement with Dubai-based Network International to offer the bank's corporate clients omnichannel payments services in the Middle East and Africa.
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CLOWD9 and Discover® Global Network Certification and Agreement Set to Expand Opportunities for Cross-Border Issuance
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
CLOWD9 , a leading cloud-native, B-Corp certified issuer processor, is excited to announce its strategic agreement and certification with Discover® Global Network, a prominent global payments network. The collaboration with Discover Global Network reinforces their dedication to driving innovation and progress in the payments industry.
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Visa and Revolut Sign Global Visa Direct Agreement to Deliver Real Time Cross-Border Transactions for Business Customers
Fintech Finance
AUGUST 27, 2024
This global agreement follows Revolut and Visa’s collaboration to offer card transfers powered by Visa Direct for peer-to-peer payments to ~90 countries in the world in 2023 and the launch of Visa virtual cards for business focused on the B2B travel sector in 2024. The payment then arrives in the recipient’s account within 30 minutes or less.
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Norway Joins TIPS, Adding Norwegian Krone to Eurosystem’s Instant Payment Service
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The European Central Bank (ECB) and Norges Bank signed an agreement for Norway to join the Eurosystem’s TARGET Instant Payment Settlement (TIPS) service. The agreement with the ECB will ensure that infrastructure for instant payments in Norwegian krone is developed in pace with developments in the Nordic countries and the rest of Europe.”
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JPMorgan doubles down on gaming firm tie
Payments Dive
OCTOBER 21, 2022
The bank said it invested in the regulated gaming company Sightline Payments this week, following an agreement earlier this year to be the firm’s primary merchant acquirer.
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Revolut signs global Visa Direct agreement for cross-border business transactions
Finextra
AUGUST 27, 2024
Revolut has teamed up with Visa to offer business customers instant card transfers for cross-border transactions.
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Banco Santander and Google offer free AI training for everyone
Finextra
JULY 9, 2024
Banco Santander and Google have reached an agreement to offer a free AI course for anyone over the age of 18 the world over.
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TP Icap to migrate 80% of technology infrastructure to Amazon Web Services
Finextra
DECEMBER 3, 2024
TP Icap has signed a major agreement with Amazon Web Services to streamline and scale the brokerage's technology infrastructure.
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Indonesia, South Korea Central Banks Ink Cross-Border Payments MOU
Fintech News
JULY 15, 2024
This MOU follows the 2022 bilateral cooperation agreement on central banking and was signed by BI Governor Perry Warjiyo and BoK Governor Rhee Chang Yong. The agreement aims to enhance cooperation on the interoperability of cross-border payments and establish a framework for seamless connectivity between Indonesia and South Korea.
Visa to buy UK fraud fighting tech provider Featurespace
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Visa has signed a definitive agreement to acquire British AI-powered financial fraud fighting outfit Featurespace for an undisclosed sum.
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Vodafone strikes $1.5 billion cloud and GenAI deal with Microsoft
Finextra
JANUARY 16, 2024
Vodafone has struck an agreement with Microsoft to invest $1.5 billion over the next ten years to develop new digital and financial services for businesses and consumers.
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El Salvador doubles down on Bitcoin despite IMF agreement
The Paypers
DECEMBER 20, 2024
El Salvador has announced its plans to continue acquiring Bitcoin, potentially at an increased rate, following a financing agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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IFC and SocGen’s Romania deal marks sustainable finance milestone
Finextra
MAY 3, 2024
Societe Generale (SocGen) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have signed a Collaboration Framework Agreement to bolster sustainable finance in developing countries.
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Danske Bank signs cloud deal with AWS
Finextra
MARCH 25, 2024
Denmark’s Danske Bank has signed a multiyear agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as part of a strategy to invest more in cloud technology.
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SeABank and Visa team on digital payments
Finextra
MAY 31, 2024
further tightens their comprehensive cooperative partnership by a strategic cooperation agreement on developing digital payments. Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank, SeABank and Visa Inc.
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Ajman Transport and Visa Collaborate to Implement Contactless Payments on Buses
Fintech Finance
JULY 12, 2024
The Transportation Authority in Ajman and Visa , a global leader in digital payments, have signed an agreement to enable the acceptance of open contactless payments on public transport buses in Ajman, in line with the emirate’s smart mobility goals. The agreement was signed by Eng.
Binance to Add 1,000 Roles, Prioritising Compliance Amid Regulatory Challenges
Fintech News
AUGUST 21, 2024
plea agreement. Zhao, also known as CZ, was sentenced to four months in prison as part of this agreement, which addressed anti-money laundering violations. The company plans to increase its compliance staff from 500 to 700 as part of this growth.
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Indonesia’s Bank Commonwealth to Face Mass Layoffs Following OCBC Takeover
Fintech News
JULY 28, 2024
Under Indonesian law, employees of an acquired company do not automatically transfer to the acquiring company without mutual agreement, and a lack of agreement can lead to termination. The union has appealed to Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower for intervention, seeking clarity and resolution on the legal issues raised.
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AmEx and Worldpay form small business partnership
Finextra
MAY 13, 2024
American Express and Worldpay have signed a new agreement which makes it even easier for small businesses to welcome loyal and high-spending American Express Cardmembers.
Nexi Expands Payment Choice for Amazon.it Customers
Fintech Finance
JULY 2, 2024
The agreement offers Amazon.it Filippo Signoretti, Merchant Solutions Director of Nexi Italy, comments: “The agreement with Amazon.it Through the collaboration, Nexi becomes a technical provider for Amazon.it, making its technology platform available to the e-commerce site.
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Income Insurance and Allianz in Talks Over Potential Deal
Fintech News
JUNE 16, 2024
Income Insurance stressed that there is no certainty that a deal will be finalised or that any binding agreement will be reached. This seems to indicate that a change in share ownership or a significant investment might be on the horizon.
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Aryza Expands Partnership with GoCardless to Enhance Payment Solutions
Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
This collaboration transforms the existing technology relationship into a comprehensive partnership that includes an introducer agreement across all Aryza platforms globally. Aryza Group , a leading provider of financial software solutions, has announced the expansion of its partnership with GoCardless , a global bank payment company.
AMAN Union Partners with RISC Institute DMCC to Enhance Insurance Expertise Across AMAN Union Members
Fintech Finance
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The agreement was signed by Dr. Khalid Khalafalla, Secretary-General of AMAN Union, and Mr. Silvan A. Commenting on the agreement, Dr. Khalid Khalafalla, Secretary-General of AMAN Union , stated: “We are excited to embark on this partnership with RISC Institute DMCC. Said, Managing Director of RISC Institute DMCC.
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BNP Paribas to acquire HSBC's Private Banking activities in Germany
The Paypers
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Financial services company BNP Paribas has announced its agreement with HSBC to acquire its Private Banking activities in Germany, aiming to further solidify its position in the industry.
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IDEX Biometrics and Vasmobile Launch Biometric School ID Program in Africa
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The agreement and first production order represent a value of $1.4 The multi-year agreement sets Vasmobile up to scale across Kenya in 2025 and further expansion into other parts of Africa as of 2026. This commercial agreement with Vasmobile brings IDEX Biometrics to Kenya as a new market.
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Lowell Enhances Its Debt Collection Operations With a New Three-Year SaaS Partnership Extension With Tietoevry Banking
Fintech Finance
OCTOBER 18, 2024
The agreement covers service in Sweden. As part of the SaaS agreement, Lowell is always on the latest release of Collection Suite Nova and continuously has access to all new functionalities and improvements on the platform. We are happy to have a stable solution that allows us to work efficiently and serve customers better.
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Newland NPT and neoleap Forge Strategic Partnership to Pioneer Digital Payment Solutions
Fintech Finance
JULY 15, 2024
Newland NPT , a leading global provider of smart payment devices and associated infrastructure solutions, and neoleap , a trailblazing Saudi fintech company, renowned for its innovative financial solution, are pleased to announce the signing of a strategic cooperative partnership agreement.
Binance and Billionaire Ratanavadi Join Forces for Thailand Beta Launch
Fintech News
JANUARY 16, 2024
The agreement for this joint venture was reached in early 2022, marking Binance’s partnership with Thai billionaire Sarath Ratanavadi’s Gulf Energy. Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance is set to launch its operations in Thailand through a partnership with Gulf Energy Development.
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Digital Care Rebrands as bolttech Poland After Acquisition
Fintech News
JUNE 17, 2024
The name change will not affect Digital Care’s existing services or agreements. The rebranding marks bolttech’s expanded presence in Europe, offering a comprehensive range of embedded device solutions and is part of its strategy to extend its footprint to four new markets in EMEA – Poland, Croatia, Lithuania, and South Africa.
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Indonesian Insurance Broker Officially Rebrands Following bolttech Acquisition
Fintech News
APRIL 28, 2024
The rebranding will not affect its current services or agreements with partners and customers. Indonesian insurance broker PT Axle Asia has officially changed its name to PT Bolttech Insurance Broker, adopting the bolttech brand. This change follows bolttech’s acquisition of a majority stake in the company in late 2022.
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Trustly Selects Newline™ by Fifth Third to Drive Innovation in U.S. Payment Capabilities
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Fifth Third Bank is pleased to announce a collaborative agreement between Newline by Fifth Third , a leading embedded payments platform, and Trustly , the global leader in Open Banking Payments. This strategic agreement reflects our shared dedication to delivering frictionless, secure, and innovative financial solutions.
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EIB Provides €220 Million to Nexi to Back Digital Payment Innovation in Europe
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The agreement was announced today in Milano by EIB Vice-President Gelsomina Vigliotti and Nexi Group CFO Bernardo Mingrone. This agreement is further confirmation that even major players like the EIB recognise Nexi’s vital role in developing and supporting digitalisation in Europe.”
OCBC Becomes First Singapore Bank to Use Blockchain for Intraday Lending
Fintech News
OCTOBER 30, 2024
This approach aims to maximise returns on excess liquidity through reverse repurchase agreements (reverse repos) conducted on J.P. OCBC announced that it is the first bank in Singapore to offer intraday institutional lending using blockchain technology. Morgan’s Digital Financing application, powered by the Onyx Digital Assets platform.
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DBS in Early Talks for Insurance Collaborations in India, Taiwan
Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
While there is no certainty that DBS will finalise any agreement, the transaction could be valued at several hundred million dollars and may also include products available in Singapore. DBS already has a bancassurance partnership with Manulife Financial that spans markets including China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Singapore.
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