Payments Dive

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a new law Wednesday requiring merchants to use a gun code, saying it could help prevent mass shootings.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The banking landscape in India has undergone a major transformation, driven by significant investments in digital infrastructure and innovations by both incumbents banks and new fintech entrants, a new analysis by the Digital Fifth, a fintech consulting and advisory firm in India, says. This dynamic ecosystem is supported by regulatory advancements and collaborative partnerships, which are expected to continue fostering innovation and growth in the sector.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 10, 2024

SMEB , a banking and financial technology company dedicated to supporting small business, today announces the appointment of Amanda Harrison to Chief Revenue Officer. Based in London and bringing more than 15 years of payments industry experience, specialising in B2B technology sales, Amanda will be responsible for developing and overseeing SMEB’s commercial strategy and ensuring long term business growth across its key business lines.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Fintech Alliance.PH announced that it will be joining the Singapore Fintech Festival 2024 to showcase its digital finance innovations. The event, one of the largest fintech gatherings globally, will be held from 6 to 8 November 2024, at the Singapore EXPO. Last year, Singapore Fintech Festival gathered 66,000 participants from 150 countries, and an even larger audience is expected this year.

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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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OCTOBER 10, 2024

Chetwood Financial, the fully authorised UK digital bank, has today announced it is rebranding as Chetwood Bank, marking a new chapter in its mission to provide simple, effective financial products with a no nonsense approach to banking. The rebrand coincides with the launch of a new Easy Access savings account, which combines competitive rates with flexibility and convenience.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Vietnam’s digital economy is rapidly expanding, reaching a value of US$30 billion in 2023 and projected to increase by 20% to hit US$43 billion by 2025. T his growth is fueled by technology adoption across businesses, the rise of key sectors including fintech, as well as rising middle-class incomes, a new report by Acclime Vietnam, a professional services provider from Ho Chi Minh City, says.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 10, 2024

HSBC is evaluating a cost-cutting strategy that could save up to US$300 million by streamlining senior management, according to a report by the Financial Times on Thursday. The plan comes as the bank explores the merger of its commercial and investment banking units, a move expected to eliminate some top management roles, the FT reported, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 10, 2024

tbi bank is taking a key step in its technological development by opening its own technology hub, tbi tech, in Türkiye. With this strategic move, the bank aims to not only accelerate the development and integration of innovative services into its products, but also expand its access to international talent. The hub’s HQ is in Istanbul, while most innovations come from its Research and Development (R&D) office at Zafer Technopark in Usak.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

TD Bank has agreed to pay $3 billion in penalties after pleading guilty to violating US anti-money laundering federal laws.

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Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Loyalty programs have become an integral part of shopping, offering businesses a way to build stronger customer relationships, increase retention, and drive sales. Loyalty programs can boost overall revenue for merchants by 5 to 10%. In payment processing, loyalty programs also play an important role, enhancing the transaction experience for both merchants and consumers.

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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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OCTOBER 10, 2024

Chargebacks damage budgets and reputations. Merchants need to have a plan to reduce chargebacks.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Former UBS chief executive Ralph Hamers has become an external senior advisor for Arta Finance, an AI-based digital wealth management startup founded by former Google executives.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Stripe has announced its partnership with NVIDIA in order to optimise its AI-powered capabilities and expand worldwide access to the latter’s AI platform.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Revolut is to provide business merchants in the UK with the ability to accept American Express cards, unlocking access to higher spending, premium customers and supporting further growth of the card scheme's network in the UK.

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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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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Payments giant Mastercard has revealed that South Africa is becoming the first market to benefit from the security and speed of real-time card payments. Mastercard plans to enable acquiring banks in South Africa to process real-time card payments , through a variety of strategic partnerships and enhancements to its network. Instant and secure payments can act as a multiplier to help businesses and economies thrive and grow.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Alipay+, Ant International’s cross-border mobile payment and digitalization solution, revealed three trends shaping the future of tourism to the benefit of global merchants and the industry.

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EBizCharge

OCTOBER 10, 2024

EBizCharge is thrilled to be named the Best Embedded Payments Solution in the 2024 PayTech Awards USA. The PayTech Awards USA recognizes excellence and innovation in the banking, financial technology, and payment sectors. These awards celebrate outstanding achievements across various categories, including projects, products, services, individuals, and teams.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Citi is working with Mastercard to enable clients to make real-time cross-border payments to debit cards.

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Bank Automation

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Toronto-Dominion Bank will plead guilty to money-laundering charges, a US Department of Justice prosecutor said in a Newark, New Jersey, courtroom on Thursday. Two of the bank’s US subsidiary units intend to enter guilty pleas, the prosecutor said during a hearing before a US District judge. The charges include failing to maintain an adequate anti-money […] The post TD will plead guilty to money-laundering charges in NJ court appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

London-based account-to-account payments provider Banked has gained a foothold in the Australian market through the acquisition of local player Waave. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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Finovate

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Digital bank Pockit has acquired multi-currency account provider Monese. Pockit plans to continue operating both brands separately while combining efforts to process $6.52 billion (£5 billion) in annual transactions. Monese’s B2B arm, XYB, will be spun off as a standalone business, and Monese’s 100 employees will join Pockit. U.K.-based digital bank Pockit announced that it has acquired multi-currency account provider Monese.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Farther, the leading technology-centric financial advisory firm, closed a $72 million Series C funding round to expand its advisor network and enhance its wealth management platform.

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OCTOBER 10, 2024

ANNA, a small business banking and tax app for SMEs, has implemented biometric re-authentication strategies to fight fraud. The new re-authentication procedures are designed to help combat the threat of Authorized Push Payment (APP) fraud. U.K.-based ANNA made its Finovate debut at FinovateEurope 2020 in Berlin. All-in-one business and tax app for SMEs, ANNA , has become one of the first financial institutions in the U.K. to deploy biometric re-authentication strategies to fight financial crime.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Monzo is offering employees the opportunity to sell part of their stakes in the digital bank through a secondary sale that sees its valuation hit £4.5 billion, according to Sky New.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Digital payments provider Network International has announced the launch of a series of in-person payment services in Kenya, aiming to boost commerce in the region.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Green fintech, Cogo, is today announcing its partnership with the UK’s greener digital bank, Tandem, has evolved to now offer customers a carbon management solution which is integrated into the bank’s app.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Aeropay has announced its partnership with Worldpay in order to optimise gaming payments for operators and players in the region of the US.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Kyriba, a global leader in liquidity performance, announced today an AI-driven platform designed to enhance financial connectivity and operational agility for CFOs and their teams.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Telecom provider Ooredoo has entered into a strategic partnership with Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) to introduce an AutoPay service via the QIB Mobile App.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 10, 2024

In a significant development for the United Arab Emirates’ burgeoning virtual asset market, OKX , a global on-chain technology company, has launched a licensed cryptocurrency exchange for both retail and institutional investors in the UAE. This move comes shortly after the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority ( VARA ) intensified its efforts to safeguard Dubai’s virtual asset ecosystem by targeting unlicensed firms operating within its jurisdiction.

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