Fintech News

JUNE 10, 2024

Maintaining routine backups of critical data is essential for ensuring business continuity. In addition to backups, developing comprehensive incident response and business continuity plans is vital. Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) should be tailored to minimise the impact on business operations in the event of an attack.

Ransomware 74

Ransomware Authorization Phishing Cybersecurity 74

VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As businesses continue to evolve in their customer service strategies, Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) solutions have emerged as an effective tool for enhancing customer experience. Ensuring Robust Cybersecurity Cybersecurity becomes a critical concern as businesses shift their operations to the cloud.

Cybersecurity 130

Cybersecurity CRM Disaster Recovery Encryption 130

VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Understanding the significance of cyber security is crucial for protecting sensitive data and ensuring business continuity. This article explores the most common cyber security threats targeting SMEs, practical measures to mitigate risks, and essential steps to take in the event of an attack.

Security 130

Security Phishing Ransomware Risk Assessment 130

PYMNTS

JUNE 25, 2020

With the global pandemic tossing many organizations into a digitization crash-course, business continuity has remained top of mind for the C-suite. It will continue to be a focus, too, as businesses gradually reopen and as employees begin to return to the office. Mitigating Risk. Asking the Right Questions.

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Mitigation Risk Mitigation Treasury Risk 60

The Fintech Times

AUGUST 13, 2024

Through the new partnership, PwC UK and Cockroach Labs will offer end-to-end comprehensive solutions to banks and financial service institutions trying to ensure compliance and keep up with evolving regulatory complexities and impending mandates around operational resiliency, business continuity, and data sovereignty.

Compliance 64

Compliance Risk Database Due Diligence 64

Nomentia

MAY 31, 2023

Trade finance is a vital discipline for many companies; it allows them to mitigate risk and is a key enabler of business continuity. Without trade finance instruments, certain projects would come to a halt because the risk of doing business would simply be too high.

Finance 52

Finance Mitigation Business Continuity Risk 52

Stax

AUGUST 22, 2024

Implementing an effective risk management framework can help you minimize the impact of potential threats, ensure business continuity, and recover quickly in the face of adversity. PayFacs need to continuously track the financial health, chargebacks, transactions, and compliance activities of all their sub-merchants.

Risk Management 88

Risk Management Risk Regulatory Compliance Due Diligence 88

PYMNTS

APRIL 23, 2020

Business Continuity Is Key. Through our experience with previous black swan events and other crises, we know that a comprehensive business continuity plan should be developed and continuously evolved. This is imperative to mitigating impact.

Credit Union 63

Credit Union Credit Union Service Organization Business Continuity Fraud Detection 63

PYMNTS

DECEMBER 29, 2020

With it, financial institutions need to strengthen their compliance to mitigate the risk of running afoul of the law. Unlike the crypto markets, Wingert said the banking and payments industries continue to be slow to adapt to the challenges of KYC and fraud prevention. Can you really know your customer if you don’t know their location?”

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AML Money Laundering Compliance Law Enforcement 108

Segpay

MAY 1, 2024

The Act aims to ensure digital services’ continuity, security, and stability, particularly in critical sectors such as finance, by addressing various operational risks, such as cyber threats, system failures, and operational disruptions. Protect Consumer Interests: DORA aims to protect consumer interests.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Compliance Procedures Risk Management 52

Nanonets

DECEMBER 13, 2023

#1: Increased Accuracy and Reduced Errors AI in insurance claims processing plays a pivotal role in enhancing accuracy and reducing errors by automating various tasks and mitigating the risks associated with manual processes. This includes addressing areas lacking expertise and implementing strategies to mitigate potential challenges. #6:

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AI Process Fraud Detection Compliance 102

PYMNTS

MARCH 3, 2017

Citi released a new report this week warning corporate treasurers to improve their FX risk mitigation efforts. Most of the companies surveyed have mature FX risk mitigation solutions deployed in their enterprises, the research found. The bank said Thursday (Mar. The bank said Thursday (Mar.

Risk Mitigation 40

Risk Mitigation Risk Mitigation Treasury 40

Open Banking Excellence

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Thanks to the harmonised legal requirements which we adopted today, our financial sector will be better able to continue to function at all times.” Testing processes should be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure continued compliance.

FinTech 130

FinTech Compliance Regulations Non-Bank 130

Fintech News

MAY 20, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic led to restrictions on physical gatherings, prompting businesses to swiftly move their marketing activities to online platforms and bringing webinars into the spotlight. of businesses reporting an increase in webinar hosting, and 28.3% Similarly, research by GoodFirms found a notable uptick, with 46.5%

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FinTech Embedded Finance BNPL AI 121

PYMNTS

AUGUST 31, 2020

As companies adjust their business models and prioritize risk mitigation, the corporate treasury offers a valuable, forward-looking view into financial futures. Speaking with PYMNTS, Turner described the biggest challenges and opportunities that today's corporate treasurers face as expectations for the profession continue to climb.

Treasury 74

Treasury Treasury Management Risk Mitigation Mitigation 74

Center for Payments

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The FFIEC Guidelines require financial institutions to implement a solid business continuity management program, which includes an effective Business Continuity Plan. Working in a remote environment for many businesses was a process felt to be a struggle.

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FFIEC Risk Assessment Business Continuity Federal Reserve 40

Center for Payments

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By educating individuals and organizations about the threats they may face, such as cyberattacks, fraud, and system disruptions, they can better understand the importance of being prepared and taking proactive measures to mitigate risks. Business Continuity Disruptions in payment systems can have severe consequences for businesses.

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Payment Security Security Cybersecurity Identity Theft 40

PYMNTS

JULY 17, 2020

Although parents are largely still working from home, their need for childcare remains intact — and with many childcare centers still unable to fully open due to social distancing requirements, this industry has faced its own unique challenges to ensure business continuity without compromising quality of care. ” .

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Payroll Direct Deposit Automation Contactless Payments 64

Fintech News

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This digital shift is not merely a matter of convenience but has emerged as a lifeline for many businesses, especially highlighted during the stringent conditions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The fear of fraud is a significant barrier, with nearly four in ten SMEs prioritising data security to mitigate these risks.

Cross-Border 86

Cross-Border Cross-Border Payments Visa Payments 86

PYMNTS

APRIL 9, 2020

However, an organization can still prepare itself to mitigate the impact of the potential disaster by having dedicated teams and services in place to see it through the tough times. COVID-19 is not the first of these black swan events that we have seen in our lifetime – and unfortunately, it likely will not be the last.

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Laws Mitigation Adjustments Technology 63

The Payments Association

OCTOBER 11, 2024

By acting now, firms can mitigate operational disruption, enhance their governance, and ensure they are better equipped to protect consumers in an increasingly complex payment landscape. Firms should follow best practices, such as enhanced due diligence, to mitigate risks associated with third-party providers.”

Due Diligence 88

Due Diligence Audit Reconciliation Compliance 88

PYMNTS

MAY 25, 2020

In a black swan event such as the pandemic, ensuring business continues to flow not only means mitigating volatility of today. For many businesses along the global supply chain, it may also mean introducing changes that will affect how trade is done well into the future, too.

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Adjustments B2B Product Mitigation 57

PYMNTS

APRIL 16, 2020

Businesses continue to make tough decisions to cope with volatility fueled by the coronavirus pandemic. Supply chain challenges that have forced businesses to cancel vendor orders or extend payment terms are sometimes unavoidable.

Finance 75

Finance Automation Lockbox Checks 75

Global Fintech & Digital Assets

MARCH 5, 2024

The guidance continues the momentum of digital asset regulation in Hong Kong, following a raft of other rules and consultations recently published by Hong Kong regulators. Latham & Watkins will continue to monitor developments in this area.

Authorization 59

Authorization Product Due Diligence Procedures 59

The Fintech Times

JUNE 13, 2024

Don Valentine , commercial director at Absoft , the business building solutions provider, advocates for a different approach – one that mitigates risk, accelerates migration, and ensures rapid access to high-quality transaction level data.

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Due Diligence Compromise Process Risk 59

PYMNTS

MARCH 14, 2017

And as businesses continue to prioritize working capital optimization as a strategic initiative for growth, technologies like AI, said Daly, can offer more accurate ways to finance a small business. Advances in technology are propelling the trade credit insurance industry, Daly explained.

Risk 54

Risk Payment APIs and Integration AFP Payments 54

Neopay

JUNE 27, 2024

Risk management framework: Develop a robust risk management framework that identifies, assesses and mitigates key risks associated with your business operations. Provide a clear overview of your risk appetite and mitigation strategies to demonstrate a proactive approach to risk management.

Financial Crimes 52

Financial Crimes Money Laundering Compliance Crime 52

PYMNTS

MAY 10, 2017

Earlier this year the company warned companies to mitigate against FX volatility resulting from Brexit, urging firms — especially smaller ones — to strategize their global payments plays. Data from East & Partners recently found small businesses continue to lag in their adoption of FX mitigation tactics.

Cross-Border 40

Cross-Border Small Business Cross-Border Payments Global Payments 40

PYMNTS

JANUARY 13, 2017

Though the companies have since worked to address the vulnerabilities and mitigate ongoing risk, Digital Shadows CTO and cofounder James Chappell told PYMNTS that the threat is just an indication of what’s to come in the world of cybercrime. Ransomware is not going away in 2017; it’s very much here to stay,” he added.

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ATM Cybersecurity Ransomware Compromise 46

Nanonets

APRIL 19, 2024

Implementing robust controls and monitoring mechanisms is essential to mitigate the risk of fraud or misappropriation. Despite these challenges, businesses can overcome them by implementing effective petty cash management practices and leveraging technology solutions to streamline the reconciliation process.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Reconciliation Automation Procedures 52

PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

As businesses continue this shift, it is no longer safe to assume that corporates are not interested in faster payments. One way, of course, is through collaboration and data integrations with FinTechs, which continues to be a paramount strategy in augmenting corporate financial services.

B2B 49

B2B ISO 20022 Payment APIs and Integration ISOs 49

M2P Fintech

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Risk & Compliance Management: Identifies and mitigates credit and operational risks, ensuring a secure and compliant banking environment. Cloud providers’ robust security and redundancy resources reduce interruptions, ensuring business continuity for banks with modernized core systems.

Online and Mobile Banking 52

Online and Mobile Banking ATM Point-of-Sale (POS) Compliance 52

Nanonets

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

By effectively managing contracts, organizations can mitigate  risks , ensure  compliance , and optimize supplier relationships. This objective helps to maintain business continuity and uphold customer satisfaction. Risk management is also a key focus of contract management.

Gateways 52

Gateways RFP Value Added Service Compliance 52

CB Insights

JUNE 17, 2020

Continuous & remote diagnostics. Life after Covid: Continuation or backlash? As infrastructure improves and these services become more familiar, telehealth tech, continuous and remote diagnostics, remote mental healthcare, virtual fitness, and aging-in-place technologies could continue to grow even after the pandemic subsides.

Posting 101

Posting Technology Online and Mobile Banking On-Demand 101

EBizCharge

JUNE 4, 2024

Known for its adaptability, the platform allows businesses to tailor their functionalities to their specific industry needs and to scale up as they grow. Because it’s cloud-based, Acumatica provides real-time access to business data from any location, facilitating remote work and business continuity.

Credit Cards 52

Credit Cards Process Payment Gateways Best Practices 52

Nanonets

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

By implementing  vendor management solutions , organizations can optimize their procurement process, make informed decisions based on vendor performance data, improve communication and collaboration, and mitigate risks associated with manual processes.

Automation 52

Automation Compliance Risk Process 52

Global Fintech & Digital Assets

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Requirements related to business continuity and disaster recovery have also been included for the first time. Penalties for noncompliance may vary, and an extensive list of considerations and mitigating factors are provided. The Amendments reflect a continuation of that trend.

Cybersecurity 59

Cybersecurity Multifactor Authentication Risk Assessment MFA 59