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New RS2 Whitepaper Reveals How Legacy Systems Are Stifling Bank Innovation

Fintech Finance

A new whitepaper by global payments processor and technology provider, RS2 , has revealed that a staggering 70% of banks’ IT budgets are consumed by maintaining outdated legacy systems. The paper entitled How to Solve Banks’ Legacy System Challenges While Controlling Risk suggests that this unnecessary expense is hindering innovation and digital transformation and presents a groundbreaking AI-enabled solution that allows banks to modernize without excessive risk.

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Payment Page Security: Embracing PCI 6.4.3 and 11.6.1

Basis Theory

We provide guidance on two of the most significant changes to PCI 4.0 that address the growing threat of online card-skimming attacks.

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Centiglobe and Mastercard Move Team Up to Unlock Near real-time cross-border Payments for Consumers and Businesses

Fintech Finance

Centiglobe , a leading fintech company specializing in cross-border payment infrastructure solutions, today announces a new collaboration with Mastercard Move – Mastercard’s portfolio of global money movement solutions. With this collaboration, Mastercard Move will be available to members of Centiglobe’s blockchain-based payments platform – regulated banks and payment service providers – through a single integration. “ By integrating with Mastercard Move, we a

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Tietoevery signs partnership deal with Version 1

Finextra

Tietoevry Banking, the leading Nordic provider of software solutions for financial institutions, has entered a strategic partnership with Version 1, a renowned digital transformation specialist.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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Eurostar Introduces Klarna for Flexible Payments in the UK and France, Making High-speed Rail More Accessible

Fintech Finance

Klarna , the AI-powered payments and shopping network, today announces its launch with Eurostar, enabling travelers in the UK and France to book their journeys with greater flexibility. Customers checking out on Eurostar.com can now choose Klarna’s Pay in 3, allowing them to split the cost of their ticket into three equal, interest-free payments, or Pay in Full for a seamless one-time transaction.

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Trade bodies write to No 10 calling for UK blockchain and crypto push

Finextra

A collection of UK and global trade bodies has written to the prime minister's office calling on the government to capture what they claim will be the economic and societal benefits of a new wave of digital asset and blockchain technology.

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Fraudsters turning to encrypted messaging platforms to scam users Revolut warns

Finextra

Revolut reports that fraud originating from WhatsApp and Telegram now accounts for well over a third of reported scams (39%), as criminals are increasingly turning to encrypted messaging services to exploit victims.

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EWS drops Zelle standalone app

Payments Dive

Zelle users will need to turn to their online banking portals starting today in light of Early Warning Services proceeding as planned with the shutdown of its Zelle app this month.

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Monzo moves into contents insurance

Finextra

Monzo is muscling in on the home insurance market to offer contents insurance for unprotected renters and homeowners.

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Alkami study shows a 25% rise in fraud losses reported in 2024

The Paypers

Alkami , a US-based provider of cloud-based digital banking solutions, has released research findings on fraud prevention and consumers' perceptions of data protection.

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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

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Amazon launches AI agent that can shop online

Finextra

Amazon has unveiled an AI agent trained to independently perform actions, such as order and pay for things, within a web browser.

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UniCredit launches Banco BPM tender offer, awaits Consob approval

The Paypers

UniCredit , Italy's second-largest bank, has set a tender offer for Banco BPM , pending approval from Italy's market regulator, Consob.

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Regulators haul ASX over the coals following batch settlement breakdown

Finextra

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (Asic) have expressed grave concerns about the management of operational risk at the country's leading stock exchange following a batch settlement failure in December last year.

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Mastercard launches initiative to boost virtual card adoption

The Paypers

Mastercard has launched a new initiative to accelerate the adoption of virtual cards, simplifying interactions between banks, platforms, and corporate users.

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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

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Zelle shuts down standalone P2P payments app

Finextra

With the vast majority of people using its services through their banks, American person-to-person payments provider Zelle is shutting down its standalone app.

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Republic Bank chooses Fiserv DNA for core banking upgrade

The Paypers

Republic Bank & Trust Company has selected the DNA platform from Fiserv to modernise its banking infrastructure as part of its digital transformation efforts.

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Top 5 challenges facing Nordic banks in 2025 - and how NextGen Nordics can help

Finextra

The Nordic banking sector, known for its advanced digital landscape and commitment to financial innovation, is experiencing a wave of new challenges in 2025. These challenges are largely driven by rapid technological advancements, stringent regulations, and the evolving demands of consumers.

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Ingo Payments selects Marqeta as its issuer processing partner

The Paypers

Ingo Payments , an account funding and payout solutions provider, has selected Marqueta , a global card issuing platform, as its issuer processing partner.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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?

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Experian doubles innovation office space in India

Finextra

Experian has significantly expanded its Global Innovation Centre (GIC) in Hyderabad, doubling its office space.

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The Greek Church plans to launch a digital bank

The Paypers

The Church of Greece has prepared to apply for a banking licence, aiming to open its own digital bank within the coming months.

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Sustainability fintech WeeFin raises €25 million

Finextra

WeeFin, a fintech that helps financial institutions manage their sustainability strategies, has completed a 25m financing round Series B, led by Blackfin Capital Partners.

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Deutsche Bank invests GBP 250m in UK fintech Abound

The Paypers

UK-based fintech company Abound has secured GBP 250 million in funding from Deutsche Bank , achieving a lending capacity of GBP 1.6 billion.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

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

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Why Business Banking Must Embrace Fintech Partnerships in the AI Era

Finextra

As customers become more tech savvy, they expect a more secure and seamless banking experience to ma.

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Circle plans IPO, targeting late April filing

The Paypers

Circle , the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) after a series of previous delays.

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Confirmation of Payee - Global Perspective - How Banks and PSP's can get it right

Finextra

$7.6 Billon Yes this is the amount of loss globally from Authorized Push Payment (APP) scams proje.

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Zip expands into the risk management market

The Paypers

Zip has launched its new Risk Orchestration suite, which was developed in order to bring the company’s orchestration capabilities to supplier risk management.

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7 Essential Criteria for Choosing the Right Payments Partner

Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

In this webinar, Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, will dive into the 7 must-have criteria for evaluating payments partners, helping you maximize both efficiency and the long-term value of your investment. From assessing technology capabilities to leveraging business development opportunities, this session will give you a clear, actionable strategy to select the right partner for scaling your business.

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Banks must rethink how they protect SMB clients

Finextra

Banks have traditionally focused on servicing enterprise clients or individuals, expecting small and.

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EuroPA launches instant payments across Southern Europe

The Paypers

The European payments infrastructure has expanded with the launch of cross-border mobile transfers by Italy’s Bancomat , Spain’s Bizum , and Portugal’s MB WAY under the EuroPA framework.

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Zepz secures $165 million in growth financing

Finextra

Zepz, the global payments group behind WorldRemit and Sendwave, has secured a total of $165 million in revolving and term facilities.

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Papaya Global partners with LIPTON Teas and Infusions

The Paypers

Papaya Global, a platform specialising in payroll and payments for the workforce, has announced a worldwide partnership with LIPTON Teas and Infusions.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.