Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The Federal Reserve’s proposal to extend the operating hours of two interbank payments systems has been welcomed by large banks, but panned by many small financial institutions.
Payments Next
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
By John Toman, Co-founder & Chief Product Officer, Pivot Payables Commercial virtual cards have been available for years as a payment method The post You Thought You Knew Virtual Cards…Think Again first appeared on Payments NEXT.
The Payments Association
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
With the rollout of new instant payment regulations under the SEPA Instant Credit Transfer (ICT) scheme, Europe’s cross-border payments landscape is significantly transforming. From overhauling existing systems to adjusting sanctions screening processes, firms need to navigate these complexities to stay compliant and competitive.
Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Thailand’s Lightnet and Hong Kong-based fintech unicorn WeLab have teamed up to apply for a virtual bank license in Thailand. The aim is to enhance financial access for underserved retail customers and small businesses. Lightnet, co-founded by Chatchaval Jiaravanon and Lightnet Group, has a strong local presence, reaching 46 million Thai customers across sectors like agriculture, F&B, and e-commerce.
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
Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
"While rewards may feel like a bonus for those who use credit cards regularly, they ultimately come at a cost," writes one payments executive.
Finovate
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
You never know where Finovate Global will take you on any given week. In our last edition, we spent time in Spain with wealthtech GPTadvisor. Before that, we were talking about Ireland’s Central Bank and its search for top fintech talent, new investment in mobile payments in the Philippines , and the pace of digital transformation in India’s financial services sector.
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Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) has partnered with Mastercard and Malaysian fintech Soft Space to launch the ‘Effortless Payment Processing’ campaign. This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of contactless payments in the Asia-Pacific region by providing eligible merchants with Android devices valued at over 3.25 million baht, pre-installed with the ‘SCB Tap-To-Pay’ service.
Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The retail giant and payments processor are targeting next year for offering consumers a real-time payment option online.
The Fintech Times
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Since the cost of living crisis hit, the number of insurance claims has gone up. While many of these are valid, 65 per cent of insurance claims handlers have noticed an increase in fraudulent cases according to research from claims automation company, Sprout.ai. Two hundred insurance claims handlers were surveyed by Censuswide as part of the study and were asked how many cases they thought were fraudulent or manipulated by AI.
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Voice cloning scams – where fraudsters use AI technology to replicate the voice of a friend or family member – could be set to catch millions out, according to new research from Starling Bank.
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.
Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
UnionPay has partnered with payment solutions provider AXS to introduce a new bill payment service tailored for Mainland Chinese residents living in Singapore. By leveraging the UnionPay app, users can now conveniently pay various bills, including household expenses, educational fees, electricity, condo management fees, season parking, town council fees, healthcare, and home services, directly from their Mainland China-issued UnionPay cards.
Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The e-commerce platform will also let consumers connect their PayPal and Prime accounts next year, and access free shipping via Buy with Prime on some merchants’ sites.
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Paynetics , a leading provider of embedded finance services, partners tell.money to implement the Confirmation of Payee (CoP) service. The collaboration ensures that Paynetics takes advantage of tell.money’s CoP service, allowing partners to embed financial services while staying fully covered with minimal effort. Paynetics will benefit from the CoP service provided by tell.money, gaining enhanced security and compliance capabilities that enable them to offer top-notch compliant and precis
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
HSBC has successfully trialled the first application of quantum-secure technology for buying and selling tokenised physical gold.
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Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
In Asia-Pacific (APAC), the payment landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by the integration of advanced technologies, growing use of alternative payment methods and the rise of digital currencies. A new analysis by Forrester explores this dynamic ecosystem, highlighting the key trends and innovations that are reshaping the payment landscape. Integrating cutting-edge technologies The report emphasizes APAC’s innovative payment landscape, which has evolved from QR code payments in China to the in
Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The agency says Horizon Card Services violated the Truth in Lending Act by charging fees as high as 60% of a customer’s credit limit, and all but refusing to cancel their cards.
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Crypto.com has received full approval to provide payment service provider (PSP) services from the Central Bank of Bahrain through its subsidiary registered in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the commercial name “FORIS GFS BH B.S.C. CLOSED”, adding to the company’s significant regulatory milestones in the region. The PSP licence will allow Crypto.com to expand its offerings of e-money and fiat-based payment services regionally, including the launch of its world-renowned prepaid cards.
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Walmart is teaming up with Fiserv to let online shoppers pay directly, and instantly, from their bank accounts.
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Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
dtcpay is integrating its digital payment capabilities into Visa ’s global network, giving access to over 130 million merchants across more than 200 countries and territories. The partnership’s first phase includes the launch of the dtcpay Visa Infinite card, allowing users—particularly ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals—to convert digital currencies like stablecoins into fiat at real-time rates.
NFCW
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
P2P: Tap to Cash enables users to send and receive Apple Cash by holding two iPhones together Apple Watch and iPhone users in the US can now use Apple’s Tap to Cash peer-to-peer money transfer service to transfer money to each other via NFC. The ability to use NFC to add a payment card to Apple Wallet is also being rolled out via a new Tap to Provision service.
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Kani Payments , the disruptive global data reconciliation and reporting pioneer, today announces it is ready to support the ISO 20022 global messaging standard ahead of the November 2025 implementation date. The move comes as part of its offering to simplify reconciliation and enhance data standardisation for its global payments client base. ISO 20022 is the global messaging standard for financial messages, designed to enable interoperability between financial institutions and other market playe
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
TBC Uzbekistan, the leading digital banking ecosystem in Central Asia, launched a waiting list for its upcoming new product offering, TBC Business, set to go live later this year and become the country’s first fully digital banking service for SMEs and individual entrepreneurs.
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
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
Helicap, a Singapore-based fintech platform, has closed its largest credit facility to date, securing US$ 50 million in collaboration with XenCapital, the lending arm of Xendit. Xendit, a fintech company operating across Southeast Asia, has raised US$ 515 million in venture capital funding. This partnership aims to provide capital to businesses in Southeast Asia, where digital lending has been a rapidly growing fintech sector.
Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Apple Pay customers can now use their iOS 18 phone or iPadOS 18 to access Affirm buy now, pay later options, including some that don’t charge interest.
The Fintech Times
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Crypto.com has secured full approval from the Central Bank of Bahrain to operate as a payment service provider (PSP) through its local subsidiary. This approval enables Crypto.com to expand its payment services in the region, including e-money offerings as well as the introduction of its prepaid cards. Bahrain’s Minister of Sustainable Development, H.E.
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Lighthub Asset, a Thai fintech powerhouse, and WeLab, a leading pan-Asian fintech platform, today announced that they have submitted an application for a Virtual Banking licence with the Bank of Thailand (BOT).
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.
Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
Wise’s Asia Pacific (APAC) operations have become the company’s second-largest revenue contributor, with a 33.7% year-over-year increase in FY24. The Wise platform currently serves 12.8 million users globally, processing £118.5 billion (S$203 billion) in transactions. In FY24, customers saved £1.8 billion (around S$2.7 billion) in fees. Singapore is a central location for Wise’s APAC operations, with over 500 employees.
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
DailyPay continues to innovate its award-winning worktech platform with a new feature that will help users on their path to financial stability. The new Savings feature will be added to the newly branded DailyPay Visa® Prepaid Card and provide users with an opportunity to create savings goals and set aside money as they earn it. DailyPay Visa Card is a general purpose reloadable card that allows DailyPay users instant earned wage access for no fee* if they update their direct deposit to the card
The Payments Association
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
How open banking can reshape finance, enabling personalised services, streamlined verification, and improved fraud detection.
Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The major card networks enabled systems that allow international travelers in China to use their cards to pay for Beijing rail transit as of last week.
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