PCI Security Standards
AUGUST 27, 2024
The excitement is building as we get closer to this year’s Europe Community Meeting ! To add to the anticipation, we’re giving you a sneak peek of some of the amazing sessions that will be featured in Barcelona, 8-10 October. Don't pass up the chance to collaborate and gain knowledge into the latest developments in payment security. The PCI SSC Community Meetings are open to all in the payments industry.
Payments Dive
AUGUST 7, 2024
The biggest U.S. bank is piloting payments processing for biometric transactions, with plans to use it at the hamburger chain Whataburger, which lets customers pay with a face scan.
The Payments Association
AUGUST 1, 2024
The move to ISO 20022 brings benefits like enriched data and improved fraud prevention, requiring a strategic approach and decisions between building in-house solutions or partnering with vendors.
NACHA
AUGUST 8, 2024
RESTON, Virginia, Aug. 8, 2024 – Today, Nacha announced Stronghold as a Preferred Partner for ACH Experience and ISO 20022. Stronghold joins a select group of innovators that Nacha recognizes for offering products and services that align with Nacha's core strategies to advance the ACH Network.
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
Fintech News
AUGUST 26, 2024
In 2023, the insurtech sector in Southeast Asia saw a remarkable resurgence, marking a significant rebound not witnessed since 2020. According to a new report by Ernst and Young (EY), Southeast Asia’s insurtech deals reached a total value of US$2.4 billion from 27 transactions, a significant increase from the US$538 million raised across 39 deals in 2022.
Stripe
AUGUST 18, 2024
We’ve been testing a suite of new developer tools over the last year with thousands of users, including Slack and Notion. Today, we’re announcing that the first is available to all new users by default: Stripe Workbench, our new home for developers within the Dashboard that helps you debug, monitor, and grow your Stripe integration.
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Payments Dive
AUGUST 16, 2024
JD Power’s annual credit card survey found that more than half of U.S. credit card users don’t pay their balances in full every month, and less than half are considered financially healthy.
The Fintech Times
AUGUST 28, 2024
The concept of tokenisation has several meanings and promises to drive a seismic shift in global finance in a number of ways. Looking to harness this potential, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) launched ‘Project Ensemble’ in March earlier this year, a wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC) project, to support the development of the tokenisation market in the region.
Finextra
AUGUST 14, 2024
Apple is opening up the NFC chip technology that enables iPhone users to make contactless payments to third-party providers in a host of countries - including the US and UK - but will charge associated fees.
Fintech News
AUGUST 25, 2024
Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra announced that the 10,000-baht handout under the digital wallet scheme will commence in September, with a focus on vulnerable groups in society, as reported by The Nation. Thaksin, speaking at a Nation Group event, highlighted that 13.5 million people in vulnerable categories, along with one million disabled citizens, would be the first recipients of the 10,000-baht handout.
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Bank Automation
AUGUST 19, 2024
Discover Financial Services is tapping generative AI to speed up call center agent response and strengthen client experience. Using Google Cloud’s AI platform, Vertex AI, Discover has reduced response times for call center agents by 70%, Szabolcs Paldy, senior vice president of enterprise operations at Discover, told Bank Automation News.
TechCrunch Fintech
AUGUST 8, 2024
In 1996, two companies, Patersons HR and Payroll Solutions, formed a venture called CloudPay to provide payroll and payments services to enterprise clients. CloudPay grew quietly over the next several decades, adding workflow automation features to maintain pace with upstart rivals. It’s still growing, CFO Andy Thomson assures TechCrunch. Thomson claims that CloudPay is handling […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
Payments Dive
AUGUST 13, 2024
As payments technology advances, more companies are embedding the payments process in websites and apps. Here’s a primer on how this trend is advancing and changing the payments arena.
The Fintech Times
AUGUST 31, 2024
The relationship between established real estate firms and proptech startups is shifting from competition to collaboration. What once appeared as a clash between tradition and innovation is now evolving into a partnership where each side leverages the strengths of the other. Established firms bring deep industry experience and extensive networks, while startups introduce cutting-edge technology and fresh perspectives.
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
Finextra
AUGUST 21, 2024
Consumers in Switzerland can now send and receive payments in seconds following the market launch of instant payments across the banking industry.
Fintech News
AUGUST 12, 2024
XDC Network has selected eight startups to join its first-ever accelerator programme, powered by Tenity , an innovation ecosystem specialising in early-stage fintech startups. The XDC Accelerator Programme is a significant step for the emerging blockchain platform, which is known for its focus on real-world asset tokenisation and trade finance. The selected startups will gain access to business and technical mentorship, helping them refine their business value propositions and develop a working
Bank Automation
AUGUST 20, 2024
J.P. Morgan is joining French payments network Cartes Bancaires, Mike Lozanoff, managing director and global head of merchant services at J.P. Morgan, tells Bank Automation News on this episode of “The Buzz” podcast. The bank is tapping cloud-based Renovite to build the connection to the network, Lozanoff says.
Finovate
AUGUST 26, 2024
As summer draws to a close, there may be a big acquisition on the horizon in the fraud and financial crime prevention space. Be sure to check in with Finovate’s Fintech Rundown all week long for the latest in fintech news. Fraud and financial crime prevention Is Visa looking to acquire fraud fighting platform Featurespace ? Financial wellness Canadian fintech Koho launches Rent Reporting to help renters improve their credit.
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Payments Dive
AUGUST 23, 2024
“The time has come to rethink surcharging not as a necessary evil but as a strategic advantage that can benefit both businesses and customers,” writes a Billtrust executive.
The Fintech Times
AUGUST 10, 2024
Taishin Bank has partnered with OneDegree Global , a cybersecurity and risk management solutions company, to test and validate its artificial intelligence system, positioning itself as the first in Taiwan’s financial sector to establish a responsible AI framework. This initiative is timely as global attention on AI compliance intensifies, with new regulations in Asia as well as Europe highlighting the need for secure and ethical practices in the financial industry.
Finextra
AUGUST 8, 2024
Australian Payments Plus (AP+) and the Australian Banking Association (ABA) have completed the design specs for a new national Confirmation of Payee service, providing another layer of protection against scammers.
Fintech News
AUGUST 8, 2024
In the dynamic financial landscape of the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, private banks, asset managers, fund managers, and other capital market participants are increasingly recognising the pivotal role of Swift connectivity. This connectivity is not just a technical necessity but a strategic imperative for seamless settlement, reconciliation and post-trade operations, enhanced transparency, and operational efficiency.
Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
Bank Automation
AUGUST 8, 2024
Truist is tapping Wells Fargo CIO of Consumer Technology Steve Hagerman to fill its chief information officer role. Hagerman was the “right person at the right time for our enterprise technology team,” a Truist spokesperson told Bank Automation News, noting that selecting a new CIO was a “thorough process.
Fintech Finance
AUGUST 5, 2024
Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints) today announced the appointment of David Eastaugh as the company’s Chief Strategy and Technology Officer. He will assume his position on August 19, 2024. David is a technology visionary in the fields of identity, data, and combating financial crime and fraud, with a diverse background that includes experience in startups, scale-ups, consulting, and corporations.
Payments Dive
AUGUST 7, 2024
The payments service provider is known for working with restaurants, but seeks to make headway with convenience stores, grocery stores and bottle shops.
TechCrunch Fintech
AUGUST 20, 2024
Construction companies deal with a lot of documents — so many that it can be difficult to process and manage them all. According to one recent survey, a third of construction professionals found accessing documents to be a challenge in completing a project, while a fourth said that inaccurate project paperwork has contributed to a […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
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
AUGUST 1, 2024
A new cross-border payments infrastructure will enable remittances between the US and Mexico via 140 community banks in rural areas.
Fintech News
AUGUST 14, 2024
UOB is set to relocate certain back and middle-office operations to Malaysia, primarily in Kuala Lumpur, according to The Business Times. Lee Wai Fai This strategic move aims to maintain the bank’s cost-to-income ratio at 40% by 2026, according to Group Chief Financial Officer Lee Wai Fai. This relocation, coupled with anticipated growth across ASEAN and a greater focus on non-interest income, is expected to help UOB sustain its return on equity (ROE) at approximately 14% by 2026.
Bank Automation
AUGUST 13, 2024
British challenger bank Monzo reported an outage today that halted some card payments and outbound bank transfers. In response to the outage, which the bank attributed to a “technical issue,” Monzo moved to its backup system to get operations back up and running, Monzo said on social media platform X today. Monzo can process 99.
The Fintech Times
AUGUST 23, 2024
Mongolia, a country of striking contrasts, presents a unique fintech landscape. Despite being one of the world’s largest nations by land area, it is also one of the least densely populated, with vast distances separating its people and economic hubs. This distinctive geography shapes the challenges and opportunities within Mongolia’s evolving fintech sector.
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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