Payments Dive
MARCH 26, 2024
The two biggest U.S. card networks agreed to cap interchange fees for five years, among other terms, to settle merchant litigation that has lasted nearly two decades.
TechCrunch Fintech
MARCH 26, 2024
Eight months after acquiring credit card startup X1 for $95 million, Robinhood announced today the launch of its new Gold Card, with a list of features that could even give Apple Card users envy. Robinhood, better known for its brokerage app aimed at the everyday investor, is touting all sorts of benefits with its new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.
PCI Security Standards
MARCH 26, 2024
Welcome HUMAN Security, a new Principal Participating Organization (PPO) at the PCI Security Standards Council! In this special spotlight edition of our PCI Perspectives Blog, HUMAN Security’s Senior Director of Product Management, Client-side Defense & Compliance Jeff Zitomer introduces us to his company and how they are helping to shape the future of payment security.
Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
While almost all asset managers are already using artificial intelligence (AI) in their investment process, only a handful are using the tech for more advanced tasks, according to a recently published study.
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
The Payments Association
MARCH 26, 2024
Conversations around a digital pound are growing louder as the weeks roll by. With use cases popping up around the globe, is it time Britain followed suit? In a similar fashion to the way coins largely made way for banknotes, digital currency is the next natural progression in the evolution of money, whether consumers like the idea of it or not.
Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
After nearly 20 years of litigation, Visa and Mastercard have reached a settlement with US merchants lowering and capping credit card interchange rates in a deal that could save the merchants $30 billion over five years.
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Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
The US government has imposed sanctions on 13 fintechs for offering crypto-based services to Russian firms looking to evade the economic restrictions in place since the outbreak of war in Ukraine.
The Fintech Times
MARCH 26, 2024
This March, The Fintech Times is shifting its spotlight towards insurtech, exploring the potential impact of blockchain technology on insurance processes and its role in instilling trust in digital transactions. As insurers strive to meet the evolving needs of a digitally-savvy customer base while addressing the persistent challenge of financial inclusion, they are increasingly turning to fintech solutions.
Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
Worldpay is set to offer Mastercard’s Ethoca Alerts to its one million merchants worldwide, helping them resolve transaction disputes faster and with fewer chargebacks.
Fintech News
MARCH 26, 2024
In the dynamic arena of fintech, Trust Bank Singapore stands out as a pioneering entity, marking a significant shift in the digital banking landscape under the leadership of banking veteran Dwaipayan Sadhu, commonly referred to as Dwai. Within a span of less than two years, Trust Bank has carved a distinct identity, positioning itself as a trendsetter in Singapore with its unique ecosystem offering, and illustrating a blueprint for its own path in digital banking.
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.
Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
Baiju Bhatt, the co-founder and chief creative officer of online stock trading firm Robinhood, has resigned from the company to "pursue other entrepreneurial interests".
The Payments Association
MARCH 26, 2024
As the crypto market continues to innovate and grow, governments and regulators around the world are struggling to keep pace. The constantly shifting policy and regulatory landscape is also challenging for crypto businesses to navigate—particularly for firms seeking to operate in the UK where cryptoasset rules remain in flux. On a recent Thistle Initiatives webinar, in conjunction with law firm Fox Williams, Thistle’s Head of Financial Crime Jessica Cath was joined by Fox Williams’ Financial Ser
Stax
MARCH 26, 2024
The landscape of commerce has been drastically transformed in the digital age. Online payment systems are the standard. Globally, one-third of people do their shopping through eCommerce sites. In the US, that amounts to $3,428 per capita spent online. Online terminals (sometimes referred to as virtual terminals) power various types of transactions, including eCommerce and payments made over the phone.
The Payments Association
MARCH 26, 2024
PSPs must enhance their end-to-end reconciliations to deliver seamless, efficient payment services and stay competitive in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape Read more
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.
Fintech News
MARCH 26, 2024
Sumsub, a global verification and compliance provider, announced its partnership with crypto exchange Binance to integrate its Travel Rule solutio n through the Global Travel Rule (GTR) Alliance. This collaboration aims to facilitate secure cryptocurrency transactions by connecting Binance’s extensive user base of over 183 million with Sumsub’s network of Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), financial institutions, and fintech companies.
TechCrunch Fintech
MARCH 26, 2024
Banking-as-a-service startup (BaaS) Synctera has conducted a restructuring that has resulted in a staff reduction, the company confirmed to TechCrunch. While Synctera did not share how many employees were impacted, a report in Fintech Business Weekly pegs the number to be about 17 people, or about 15% of the company. Doing the math, that means […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
Fintech News
MARCH 26, 2024
Mastercard and global acquirer Worldpay have announced a partnership aimed at mitigating payment fraud and reducing the prevalence of chargebacks. Chargebacks, which are refunds requested by consumers disputing transactions, are on a steep rise, with projections indicating a surge to 337 million instances by 2026, marking a 42% increase from 2023. The collaboration between Mastercard and Worldpay introduces the Ethoca Alerts system to Worldpay’s clientele of over one million merchants glob
Payments Dive
MARCH 26, 2024
Dominated by Visa and Mastercard, card network markets “sorely need an injection of competitive rivalry,” Capital One argued in its application to regulators to purchase Discover.
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Fintech News
MARCH 26, 2024
Indonesian insurtech startup Qoala has closed its Series C funding round led by PayPal Ventures and MassMutual Ventures to raise US$47 million. This brings Qoala’s total raised capital to over US$130 million. The round was also joined by MUFG Innovation Partners, Ohana Holdings, and returning investors Flourish Ventures, Eurazeo, and AppWorks.
Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
ZayZoon, an earned wage access provider for SMEs has raised $15 million in a Series B extension led by Viola Fintech.
Fintech News
MARCH 26, 2024
Programme Sirius has been launched to support Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Asia-Pacific region on their path towards sustainability. With the backing of 13 fintech industry leaders from 11 economies, the programme aims to bolster MSMEs’ efforts in aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by enhancing their sustainability practices through digital platforms.
Bank Automation
MARCH 26, 2024
Document processing is a routine task in the finance industry, but does it have to be manual? In an era where the banking sector is grappling with a growing volume of documents, the need for efficient, accurate, and swift document processing systems has never been more critical.
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Basis Theory
MARCH 26, 2024
Going live with a PCI-compliant product or service can become cumbersome for merchants. On top of understanding and adhering to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) 12 requirements, merchants must demonstrate their compliance annually.
Bank Automation
MARCH 26, 2024
KeyBank is establishing a generative AI center of excellence to navigate the new technology before it is regulated. “One of the things we’re hyper-focused on now is really establishing a COE,” Dominic Cugini, chief transformation officer at KeyBank, said March 19 at Bank Automation Summit U.S. 2024 in Nashville, Tenn.
The Fintech Times
MARCH 26, 2024
The Digital Lab, a Libyan initiative fostering innovation and digital transformation, has launched an innovations map platform to connect innovators, entrepreneurs and researchers, as well as investors, across Libya. The platform, showcased at a ceremony in Tripoli, highlights ongoing initiatives and offers opportunities for knowledge sharing and collaboration, positioning Libya as a hub for digital innovation.
Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
As it warns firms and so-called 'finfluencers' to keep their social media ads lawful, the UK's Financial Conduct Authority has published guidance for memes, reels and gaming streams promoting financial services.
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The Paypers
MARCH 26, 2024
The US Treasury has announced that it imposed sanctions on Russian financial services and technology participants for providing services in virtual assets intended to evade Ukraine.
Finovate
MARCH 26, 2024
Finland-based SkenarioLabs and Sweden’s Econans announced a collaboration this week. The partnership will provide financial institutions with a number of new green finance tools. SkenarioLabs made its Finovate debut earlier this year at FinovateEurope. Econans demoed its technology at our online European fintech conference in 2021. SkenarioLabs , a predictive data analytics solution provider for the real estate industry, has announced a new partnership with fellow Finovate alum, Econans.
The Paypers
MARCH 26, 2024
Singapore-based digital bank ANEXT Bank has secured USD 148 million in added capital from Ant Group , its parent company, as per regulatory filings tracking.
Finovate
MARCH 26, 2024
Have you listened to the latest episodes of the Finovate Podcast ? Over the past few weeks, Greg Palmer and the Finovate Podcast have hosted some of the most interesting innovators in fintech. Alan Bekker of eSelf on the future of AI in financial services, The Clearing House’s Jim Colassano on real-time payments, financial inclusion and wealth-building with Rodney Williams of SoLo Funds … these are just a handful of the interviews Greg Palmer and the Finovate Podcast have featured in
Speaker: Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms
Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, where he’ll explore the significant impact of embedded finance on the software industry! This session is designed to provide you with the strategic insights needed to navigate the future of SaaS successfully, all while gaining a deeper understanding of how these trends can enhance your competitive edge, boost revenue, and deepen customer loyalty.
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