PCI Security Standards

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Welcome to our podcast series, Coffee with the Council. I'm Alicia Malone, Senior Manager of Public Relations for the PCI Security Standards Council. Today we'll meet one of the Council's newest employees, our Head of Product and Technology, Deanne Zettler. Deanne comes to the PCI SSC with more than 25 years of experience leading product and technology strategies, solutions and operations in financial services, including stops at Discover Financial Services and Silicon Valley Bank.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Capella Hotel Group has partnered with digital payment provider dtcpay to allow guests to pay using Digital Payment Tokens (DPTs). This option is now available at Capella Singapore and Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, where guests can settle their room bookings and other expenses with tokens like WUSD, USDT, USDC, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. At Capella Singapore, guests can complete transactions by scanning a QR code at the front desk using their digital wallets with the supported DPTs, while Patina Ma

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Payments Dive

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Fiserv has allowed Zūm Rails to use its embedded finance system to bring open banking and instant payments to Fiserv’s U.S. business customers.

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Bank Automation

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Some financial institutions are decreasing their branch footprint as bank clients increasingly adopt digital offerings while Bank of America and JPMorgan are investing in their branch capabilities to meet evolving client needs. The case for expanding branch networks lies in evolving customer preferences, the role of the branch and tailored solutions, Joe Myers, executive vice […] The post Bank of America, JPMorgan invest in branch networks appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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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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Fintech News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Banking software provider Temenos has named Barb Morgan as its new Chief Product and Technology Officer, effective immediately. She succeeds Prema Varadhan , who is leaving Temenos after 25 years. She will report to CEO Jean-Pierre Brulard and join the company’s Executive Committee, leading its technology and product divisions. Morgan brings over 25 years of experience in product development, with a focus on banking and financial services and expertise in AI technologies.

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Payments Dive

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The number of banks receiving real-time payments will outpace the number of those sending payments through at least 2028, according to a new survey by the U.S. Faster Payments Council.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 7, 2024

New data from digital transformation consultancy Daemon reveals that over half (60%) of Brits still prefer a traditional checkout with a cashier when shopping in-store. This figure climbs to 71% among Baby Boomers, compared to just 59% of Millennials and 46% of GenZ. Interestingly, 56% of GenZ favour service assisted checkouts, a preference that declines with age, with only 51% of Millennials and 40% of Baby Boomers opting for this method.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Digital bank GXS has launched the GXS FlexiCard , a credit card that charges flat fees on outstanding balances rather than traditional revolving interest. This card is designed for consumers who may struggle to access credit products due to being new to credit or having limited credit history, such as new professionals, gig workers, and entrepreneurs, offering a credit limit of S$500.

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Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped industries and economies worldwide. Among the sectors affected is the payment processing industry , which has undergone rapid transformation in response to the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic. As of 2024, it is clear that the changes initiated during the pandemic are not just temporary adjustments but enduring shifts that continue to define the industry’s trajectory.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Japan’s JCB International has expanded its partnership with Canadian payments firm Nuvei. This enables businesses in Singapore and Hong Kong to accept JCB credit and debit card payments through Nuvei’s platform. The partnership allows merchants integrated with Nuvei to accept payments from JCB’s 158 million cardholders. This expansion builds on their existing collaboration in Europe and strengthens Nuvei’s presence in the Asia-Pacific e-commerce market.

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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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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 7, 2024

New fraud protections have come into effect today (7th October), and the personal finance comparison site Finder has revealed that only 4 out of 21 major banks have decided to definitely cover the first £100 of any APP (authorised push payment) fraud. APP fraud is when a fraudster tricks you into sending money from your account to an account that they control, for example by selling items online that don’t exist or pretending to be from your bank.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The value of ecommerce fraud is set to rise threefold in the next five years, thanks to the impact of AI.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

StraitsX, a digital asset payments infrastructure provider in Southeast Asia, announced that crypto exchange Bitstamp has added XSGD to its platform. XSGD is a stablecoin pegged to the Singapore dollar, issued by StraitsX. This listing increases the accessibility of XSGD for international transactions, potentially leading to faster settlement times and lower costs for users.

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Payments Dive

OCTOBER 7, 2024

These retailers have focused on innovative ways to create tailored services that align with their overall luxury shopping experience.

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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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Finovate

OCTOBER 7, 2024

We all know that the VC investment scene is nothing like it was in 2021 and early 2022. With Q3 of 2024 behind us, we now know that fintech is still experiencing a funding downturn. In fact, both deal numbers and funding totals are down from Q2 of this year, with 179 fewer deals and $2.4 billion less in funding volume. While the drop is sobering, however, there are a few bright lights in recent funding data that may signal the potential start of a positive turnaround.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

American Express Middle East has announced its partnership with Telr in order to expand its acceptance on the latter’s merchant network in the MENA region.

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Finovate

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Property data innovator Chimney announced a new collaboration with digital banking solutions provider Jack Henry. The collaboration will make Chimney’s product suite available on Jack Henry’s digital banking platform. Chimney won Best of Show at FinovateFall 2023 in New York. Previously known as Signal Intent, the company also won Best of Show at our online FinovateSpring conference in 2021.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Google has partnered with Muthoot Finance in order to expand its reach in the Indian market and boost its credit play for customers in the region.

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Finovate

OCTOBER 7, 2024

TrueLayer secured an additional $50 million in funding, bringing its Series E round total to $180 million. TrueLayer’s valuation has dropped to $700 million from its peak of $1 billion in 2021. Despite the downround, TrueLayer remains optimistic about its future, stating its intentions to work toward profitability. Open banking platform TrueLayer is proving that it is not just AI companies that are receiving VC investor attention.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

US-based multinational technology corporation Meta has expanded its information-sharing partnership with banks across the UK to safeguard individuals against fraud and scams.

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Finovate

OCTOBER 7, 2024

As October gets underway in earnest, Finovate’s Fintech Rundown shares news of expedited payments to help those impacted by hurricane Helene, another partnership to help new Canadians secure credit, as well as a major investment in cross-border payments and a big acquisition in the fraud prevention space. Be sure to check back all week long for more fintech news and updates!

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Central and commercial banks have revealed that they will be able to use the Swift network for trial transactions related to digital currencies and assets.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 7, 2024

XYB, the leading Coreless Banking Platform business, has announced its plans to help banks modernise their core systems. XYB is working with global tech leader IBM to provide technologies and consulting expertise that can help financial services organisations address the growing requirements for core modernisation initiatives.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Banks across the UK have been granted the ability to delay payments for up to four days, allowing them to have more time to investigate fraudulent transactions.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Worldline [Euronext : WLN], a global leader in payment services, announces the appointment of Paul Marriott-Clarke as Head of Merchant Services business, effective 7 October 2024.

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Visa has decided to launch a new platform for banks to issue fiat-backed tokens, including stablecoins and tokenized deposits.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In a move to offer accredited investors the ability to capitalise on Bitcoin’s long-term growth while ensuring capital preservation, the National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has launched a new Bitcoin-linked investment product, developed in partnership with digital asset financial services firm ARP Digital. During an unveiling at Fintech Forward 2024, an industry fintech event held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the National Bank of Bahrain revealed that through its new Bitcoin-linked structured product, ac

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The Paypers

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Zepz , formerly known as WorldRemit, has secured USD 267 million from both new and existing investors to support its expansion in some African markets.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Capella Hotel Group has partnered with digital payment provider dtcpay to allow guests to pay using Digital Payment Tokens (DPTs). This option is now available at Capella Singapore and Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, where guests can settle their room bookings and other expenses with tokens like WUSD, USDT, USDC, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. At Capella Singapore, guests can complete transactions by scanning a QR code at the front desk using their digital wallets with the supported DPTs, while Patina Ma

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In September, the Australian government proposed the introduction of a ‘Scams Prevention Framework’ (SPF), which would implement new scam obligations across all sectors. In response to the consultation period for this proposal, FinTech Australia , the industry body which represents over 420 fintech companies and startups across Australia, is supporting the need to take preventative action to address the growing impact of scams on the Australian community and economy.

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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.

Embedded Finance