Tue.Jun 04, 2024

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Visa looks to generative AI to enhance tokenisation

Finextra

At Money 20/20 Europe, Mehret Habteab, senior VP of product and solutions at Visa Europe, announced the company generated $40 billion in incremental e-commerce revenue globally, after issuing over 10 billion tokens since their launch in 2014.

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Uzbekistan: A Fintech Paradise?

Fintech Review

By Nikolay Seleznev , Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer at Uzum The descendants of those who traded on the Silk Road are now embracing a new vehicle for commerce: fintech. For years unable to access innovative finance and technology products, Uzbeks are making up for lost time. In a country and a region which is enjoying robust growth and undertaking a program of economic modernisation, the market for Uzum – and other digital service ecosystems – is growing at an exponential rate.

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SoftPOS (Tap-to-Pay): Turning Devices Into Terminals

Basis Theory

The speed at which payments options expand and change has reached a breakneck pace: it’s almost impossible to imagine a time when the only options were to provide cold, hard cash, a check, or one of the three or four major credit cards. And yet - that reality is shockingly recent, when you consider that the first credit card didn’t launch until the 1950s , and debit cards didn’t take off until the late 1980s and early 1990s.

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Guide to Credit Card Processing for Retail

National Processing

Why is running a retail business such a painful affair sometimes? For starters, retail businesses can be inherently stressful due to fast-changing environments and too many “moving parts” that the owner has to handle. Then, on top of that are the issues related to retail credit card processing which make other pain points seem […] The post Guide to Credit Card Processing for Retail appeared first on National Processing.

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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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Navigating customer value: Mastering LTV prediction with open banking

The Payments Association

In today's digital marketplace, understanding the lifetime value (LTV) of your customers is crucial. It's about distinguishing between a fleeting transaction and a lifelong patronage. This distinction is vital, as nurturing customers who consistently engage with your brand can significantly impact your business's sustainability and growth.

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How to Choose the Right Payment Processing Software

Stax

Selecting the right payment processing software is crucial for any business aiming to streamline transactions and enhance customer experience. This decision impacts everything from compatibility with existing systems to security features and customer support. You should consider factors like integration capabilities, user experience, scalability, and pricing structures, to ensure a seamless and cost-effective payment process.

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Finastra Powers Rapid Launch of Bhutan’s Digital Bank ORO in Six Months

Fintech News

ORO Bank, touted as Asia’s first full-reserve digital bank, leveraged global financial software provider Finastra’s SaaS core banking solution to launch its cloud-based platform within six months. The Bhutanese bank had launched last week. Finastra’s combination of rich, broad, and deep banking functionality with advanced technology allowed ORO Bank to quickly establish a competitive edge in the market.

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Top JPMorgan payments executive exits

Payments Dive

Takis Georgakopoulos, a 17-year veteran at the bank, will be replaced by two colleagues being promoted to co-head roles.

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Nium Now Valued at US$1.4 Billion with Latest US$50 Million Series E Fundraise

Fintech News

Global payments company Nium has raised US$50 million in a Series E funding round, valuing the company at US$1.4 billion. The round was led by a sovereign wealth fund in Southeast Asia and includes previous investors BOND, NewView Capital, and Tribe Capital. The funds will be used to accelerate Nium’s growth in the B2B payments market which is projected to reach US$175 trillion by 2030.

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Central banks to test FX settlement in wCBDC

Finextra

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is launching Project Rialto to explore how instant cross-border payments could be improved using a modular foreign exchange component combined with settlement in wholesale central bank digital currencies (wCBDC).

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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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Singlife Completes Migration to AWS, Now Singapore’s First Cloud-Native Insurer

Fintech News

Homegrown financial services company Singlife has successfully completed its migration to Amazon Web Services (AWS ). The firm claims to be the first insurer in Singapore to be fully cloud-based. Announced in late 2022, the multi-phased project, supported by AWS Professional Services, involved migrating over 39 mission-critical applications and exiting its data centers within 18 months.

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FTC delves into scam payments

Payments Dive

In consumer fraud complaints to the federal agency last year, PayPal and Cash App were cited as apps often used by consumers to pay scammers.

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IDEMIA Launches GREENPAY Wallet for Regenerative Sustainability in Banking

Fintech News

IDEMIA Secure Transactions has introduced the GREENPAY Wallet , a new digital solution aimed at promoting regenerative sustainability in the banking sector. This announcement comes just before World Environment Day on 5 June 2024. The GREENPAY Wallet is a major step in IDEMIA Secure Transactions’ broader corporate social responsibility strategy.

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What is a Chargeback Analyst?

Fi911

As eCommerce chargebacks become more of a problem, a growing number of online merchants are looking to bring an in-house chargeback analyst into their operations. This professional typically collaborates with financial institutions, payment processors, and card associations to represent the merchant’s interests. The main responsibility of a chargeback analyst includes interpreting chargeback data to assist with the resolution of client disputes and eliminating the factors that might trigger char

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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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Visa Issues 10 Billion Tokens, Thwarts US$650 Million in Fraud

Fintech News

Payment giant Visa announced at Money20/20 in Amsterdam that it has issued 10 billion tokens through its tokenisation technology. This has contributed over US$40 billion in additional e-commerce revenue globally and has prevented US$650 million in fraud over the past year. Since its launch in 2014, Visa’s tokenisation technology has replaced sensitive payment data with cryptographic keys, enhancing security and making digital payments safer.

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New rule makes BNPL sustainable in long term, experts say

Bank Automation

The new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule putting buy now, pay later providers in the same category as credit card issuers can fuel the industry’s growth, experts say.

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Former Swift Execs’ Fintech iPiD Raises US$5.3M in Pre-Series A

Fintech News

International Payment Identity (iPiD), a Singapore-based fintech that recently joined Visa’s 2024 Accelerator Programme , has raised US$5.3 million in a Pre-Series A funding round. The round, led by Monk’s Hill Ventures, also saw participation from Quona Capital, QED Investors, and existing backers Jungle Ventures, 1982 Ventures, Saison Capital, and Resolution Ventures.

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Podcast: AI prescription for banks

Bank Automation

Financial institutions look to their tech providers to help them embrace new technologies, including AI. At cloud-based fintech nCino, Chief Industry Innovation Officer Anthony Morris works to identify technologies that banks need to implement to keep up with the “industry ahead of them,” he tells Bank Automation News on this episode of “The Buzz” podcast.

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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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HitPay Secures Payment License from MAS

Fintech News

HitPay, a Singapore-based commerce platform for SMEs, has secured a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This follows the in-principle approval issued earlier this year in February. The license will enable HitPay to provide merchant acquisition and domestic and cross-border money transfer services, opening cross-border opportunities for SMEs.

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Chat GPT: How This Human-like AI Chatbot is Revolutionizing Industries

Finextra

The popularity of ChatGPT stems from its ability to generate human-like text based on input, making.

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HSBC to Launch Three Wealth Centres in Singapore by Early 2025

Fintech News

HSBC announced that it is set to open three new wealth centres in Singapore by the first quarter of 2025. This move will see the bank increasing its investment in its physical network fivefold, transforming branches into wealth centres to facilitate comprehensive wealth discussions with clients. The new centres will be located in the Central Business District, as well as in the east and west regions of Singapore.

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5 Ways to Effectively Collect Patient Payments

PayJunction

Medical payments are confusing: Explanation of Benefits (EOB) statements, co-pays, prescription coverage, Medicare plans, separate bills for doctors vs. labs, HDHP, HSA, FSA. The list goes on. It’s no wonder that recent surveys found nearly 40% of Americans are confused by medical bills.

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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.

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Temenos and Mastercard to Expand Cross Border Payment Options for Banks

Fintech News

Banking software company Temenos has announced a partnership with Mastercard to provide banks and their customers with more options for international money transfers. This partnership will integrate Mastercard Move , a comprehensive suite of money transfer solutions, into Temenos Payments Hub. Mastercard Move’s solutions facilitate secure and swift international money transfers, offering cost-effective options to route and deliver funds through Mastercard’s extensive global network.

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UK trials 'super ATM' that will accept deposits for multiple banks

Finextra

The UK's Link ATM network is testing a new breed of cash machine capable of accepting desposits for multiple banks.

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New BIS Project Explores Wholesale CBDC for Faster, Cheaper Cross Border Payments

Fintech News

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has launched Project Rialto to test the potential for improving instant cross-border payments through a combination of a modular foreign exchange (FX) component and wholesale central bank digital currencies (wCBDC). Enhancing cross-border payments is a significant international policy objective and a priority for the G20.

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AMLYZE Teams Up with Aura Cloud to Enhance Financial Crime Fighting Tools

Finovate

AMLYZE , a regtech specializing in combating financial crime that made its Finovate debut at FinovateEurope earlier this year , has forged a strategic partnership with Aura Cloud. Headquartered in Lithuania, AMLYZE offers anti-financial crime solutions for a variety of financial services providers, including fintechs, banks, and cryptocurrency firms.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Visa issues 10 billionth token

Finextra

Visa today announced a significant milestone achieved by its tokenization technology, revealing that Visa tokens have generated more than $40 billion in incremental ecommerce revenue for businesses globally and saved $650 milion in fraud in the last year.

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JRNI Teams Up with Backbase to Boost Customer Engagement via Digital Appointment Scheduling

Finovate

Customer engagement company JRNI has integrated with bank technology innovator Backbase. The integration will bring new appointment scheduling functionalities to users of Backbase’s Engagement Banking platform. Headquartered in Amsterdam, Backbase has been a Finovate alum since 2009. JRNI, a leader in global customer engagement for financial services, has integrated with Backbase , adding new appointment scheduling functionalities to the Backbase Engagement Banking Platform. “We beli

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Barclays leads £4 million total seed round in WealthOS

Finextra

WealthOS, a cloud-native and API-driven core wealthtech startup, has topped up a £2 million seed round led by Barclays Bank with a further injection of capital from the UK lender and fintech investors.

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Enfuce and Swile Launch All-in-One Groundbreaking Payment Card to Transform Employee Benefits Landscape

Fintech Finance

Issuer processing powerhouse, Enfuce and Swile, French worktech unicorn today announces a strategic partnership, to launch an innovative all-in-one employee benefits card in France that is set to transform the entire employee benefits space. The new all-in-one card integrates different employee benefits, from lunch and gift vouchers to travel expenses, into a single, secure and innovative payment solution, streamlining and simplifying the entire employee experience, like never before.

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Top Strategies to Future-Proof & Sustain Your Merchant Services Portfolio

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.