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Congress members egg on US payments system expansion

Payments Dive

A bipartisan group is nudging the Federal Reserve to explain why it can’t speed up a plan to extend the operational availability of the U.S. payments system.

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Kazakhstan Sets Open API-Driven Strategy Towards 2025 Goal

Open Banking Excellence

Kazakhstan Sets Open API-Driven Strategy Towards 2025 Goal Open Banking stands at a critical juncture in early 2024 with markets both big and small set to start or continue their journeys. Here in Kazakhstan, we are moving ahead with our transformation that we see as critical for modernising the country’s financial sector by 2025 following a successful pilot project at the end of last year.

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Digital Payments: 12 Digital Payment Options to Consider Accepting in Your Business

Stax

It’s no question that the world has been digitally transformed — both in business and in life. We can hail a ride from a mobile app, and our transactions for all sorts of goods and services can be easily paid for from our phones. Physical wallets are phasing out, left behind in favor of digital wallets and other digital payment options. All you need to use a digital wallet is a smartphone.

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Evolve Bank says ransomware gang stole personal data on millions of customers

TechCrunch Fintech

Evolve has confirmed that the personal data of at least 7.6 million people was accessed during LockBit's ransomware attack. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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How To Drive Retail Results With Integrated Tech And UX Design

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

Navigating the complexities of e-commerce requires more than just the right technology - It demands a holistic strategy that aligns platform capabilities with customer- centric design and marketing. This webinar will provide a roadmap for building a robust e-commerce strategy, guiding you through key decisions from platform selection to creating user experiences that convert, and leverage digital marketing to reach and retail customers.

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Self checkout boasts ‘record’ year: report

Payments Dive

The U.S. is the world’s largest self-checkout market, driven in part by supermarket chains and convenience stores, even as some retailers pull back on the tech.

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Coffee with the Council Podcast: Meet Three Qualified Security Assessors Who Completed the Council’s AQSA Mentorship Program and Advanced Their Careers

PCI Security Standards

Welcome to our podcast series, Coffee with the Council. I'm Alicia Malone, Senior Manager of Public Relations for the PCI Security Standards Council. In this episode, we'll meet three Qualified Security Assessors, or QSAs. A QSA company is a data security firm certified by the Council to perform on-site assessments of a company's PCI Data Security Standard compliance.

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Citigroup Cuts 500 Jobs in Singapore as Part of Global Strategy

Fintech News

Citigroup Inc. has laid off about 500 employees as part of a global restructuring effort, as reported by The Straits Times. The bank now has about 8,000 full-time and contract employees in Singapore, down from 8,500 in October. This reduction aligns with Citigroup ‘s broader strategy to “streamline its operations” by cutting management layers and roles concentrated in the Asia Pacific region.

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Crypto theft doubles to $1.38B

Payments Dive

The May theft of over $300 million worth of bitcoin from Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin is the largest digital currency heist so far this year.

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Citi stays course on tech modernization, simplification

Bank Automation

Citigroup’s multiyear modernization strategy saw progress in the second quarter as the bank’s tech investments proved more necessary after the Federal Reserve Board penalized the bank this week. “We have made meaningful progress in executing our transformation and simplifying our multiyear undertaking,” Chief Executive Jane Fraser said during the $2.

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Visa and Tangem combine payment card with crypto wallet

Finextra

Crypto wallet provider Tangem is partnering with Visa on the launch of a payment card that will be integrated with the Swiss firm's self-custodial hardware wallet.

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How to Select the Perfect Payments Partner: 7 Keys for Sustainable Growth

Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms for an informational webinar about how to select the ideal payments provider for your platform! This session highlights the 7 key criteria for assessing payments partners and maximizing the value of your investment. From evaluating technology and business development programs to understanding support and compliance, this webinar will equip you with a comprehensive evaluation framework and strategy for

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New Collaboration Boosts Fundraising Efficiency for Nonprofit Organisations

The Fintech Times

Swipesum, a payment processing consultancy, and Authorize.net, a Visa solution, are collaborating with 4aGoodCause, an online donation platform, to improve customer support and streamline payment processes for nonprofits. This partnership will offer organisations on the 4aGoodCause platform flexible payment options, enhanced fraud detection, and dedicated payment support.

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Visa-Mastercard settlement generates thousands of claim conflicts

Payments Dive

Lawyers hope a court-approved extension of the claims filing deadline will provide time for resolution of conflicts and allow other business owners to file new claims in the interchange fee case.

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Cross-Border Real-Time Payments Make Tangible Progress as Over 50% Consumers Use Them, Says GlobalData

Fintech Finance

Cross-border payments are becoming increasingly important to international economies. Around 63% of global consumers use international real-time payments (RTPs) services to send money to family and friends and 51% use them only to pay for goods and services, according to the 2024 Financial Services Consumer Survey* conducted by GlobalData , a leading data and analytics company.

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AWS announces generative AI service to create apps

Finextra

Named AWS App Studio, financial institutions, fintech firms and virtually any organisation are now able to build an application that could have taken a professional developer days to create from scratch, but in minutes.

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Provide Real Value in Your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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AI Startups Dominate Q2 2024 Venture Capital Landscape Amid Global Shifts

The Fintech Times

Global venture funding experienced an upward trend for the second consecutive quarter, climbing eight per cent quarter-over-quarter to $65.7billion in Q2 2024. Despite this increase, the number of deals continued to decline, marking the ninth straight quarter of decreases with only 6,230 deals. This figure represents less than half the deal volume recorded at its peak in Q1 2022.

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Banks should proactively tackle instant payments fraud: BNY

Payments Dive

Use of data-sharing protocols among banks could warn customers before they send money, said Carl Slabicki, a BNY executive.

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Podcast: ConnectOne Bank invests in data training

Bank Automation

ConnectOne Bank invests in technology that generates data to boost efficiencies, but the systems are only beneficial if employees use them consistently. For example, the $9.8 billion Englewood Cliffs, N.J.

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Jade City raises funds for real-world asset token

Finextra

Jade City, which is pioneering the tokenisation of Jade, has completed a pre-seed funding round of $300,000 and is now conducting a seed round with a target of $1.2m. Their real-world asset platform will launch later in 2024, offering the first global marketplace for jade-backed digital assets.

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Top Strategies to Future-Proof & Sustain Your Merchant Services Portfolio

Build a sustainable merchant services portfolio with practical strategies to ensure long-term success. Diversify across industries to spread risk and stabilize income, balancing high-risk and low-risk clients for a robust mix. Combine large and small merchants to create a resilient payment portfolio, leveraging each type's strengths. Foster long-term relationships through exceptional service and personalized support.

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Outdated Payment Systems Eroding Profit Margins Across Travel Industry

Fintech News

A new report by global payments firm Airwallex and Skift Research reveals that 66 percent of travel companies worldwide are experiencing reduced profit margins due to outdated payment systems. The study indicates that 90 percent of these companies plan to prioritise upgrades to payment and financial operations systems over the next year. The report, based on a survey conducted in April 2024 with 473 travel executives from seven global markets, highlights that 70 percent of travel companies find

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Target to stop accepting personal checks

Payments Dive

The retailer’s customers will still have six payment options after the change takes effect in about a week.

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Rocket Mortgage uses AWS’ Bedrock to cut costs with new tool

Bank Automation

NEW YORK — Rocket Mortgage is working with Amazon Web Services to deploy generative AI-driven tools to make its customer relations team and internal operations more efficient.

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Mastercard and Visa extend cap on inter-regional fees for tourist cards in EU

Finextra

Visa and Mastercard have committed to keep a cap on tourist card fees in place for another five years, says the European Commission.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

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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Which Countries’ Fintechs are Leading the Way Towards a Sustainable, Net-Zero Future?

The Fintech Times

Now encapsulating a focus on societal impact and the environment, the term ‘fintech for good’ has evolved from its initial meaning of charity. But it doesn’t stop there. This July, we are on the hunt to find out how the fintech industry is doing ‘good’ for local communities and the world, revealing current and future plans to make change.

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Payroc preps for more acquisitions, angles for IPO

Payments Dive

Fresh off its biggest acquisition ever, Payroc is pressing ahead with more acquisitions and preparations for an initial public offering.

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FloQast Continues to Lead in G2’s Summer 2024 Grid Report

FloQast

As the financial landscape continues to evolve, the importance of reliable and efficient Financial Close management software cannot be overstated. In this dynamic environment, staying ahead of the curve is not just desirable; it’s essential for maintaining competitiveness and driving growth. That’s why the release of G2’s Summer 2024 Grid Report is always eagerly awaited, as it offers a comprehensive assessment of the leading solutions in the field.

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Banco Santander and Google offer free AI training for everyone

Finextra

Banco Santander and Google have reached an agreement to offer a free AI course for anyone over the age of 18 the world over.

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Secure SaaS Success: Embedded Finance as a Competitive Advantage

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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How Distributed Databases Drive the Digital Boom in ASEAN: Insights from OceanBase

Fintech News

As Southeast Asia’s digital economy continues to surge, businesses are seeking robust technological solutions to support their growth. The region is emerging as the world’s most rapidly expanding online market, with a staggering 125,000 new users gain access to the Internet each day. Projections suggest that the burgeoning ASEAN digital economy will contribute an additional US$1 trillion to the regional Gross Domestic Product (GDP) over the coming decade.

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Bank Automation Summit Europe 2024 Announces Strategic Partnership with DIGITALEUROPE

Bank Automation

Bank Automation Summit Europe 2024 is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with DIGITALEUROPE, the leading trade association representing digitally transforming industries in Europe. This partnership aims to amplify the impact of both organizations in driving innovation and excellence in European banking and digital sectors. Bank Automation Summit Europe 2024, scheduled for Oct.

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The Clearing House’s RTP network logs Q2 records

Payments Dive

The real-time payments system has been growing its roster of banks and credit unions, as it newly competes with the Federal Reserve’s FedNow payments system.

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The Potential of Programmable Payments

Finextra

At EBAday 2024, Gilbert Verdian, Founder and CEO, Quant, explores how programmable payments can enhance the efficiency of both personal and business financial transactions. Highlighting the important role of the Regulated Liability Network (RLN) in the UK, the discussion turns to advancing programmable payments using both existing and tokenised bank deposits.

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.