VISTA InfoSec
MARCH 28, 2024
In the digital age, protecting customer data is a cornerstone of trust and reliability between a company and its consumers. As cyber threats loom larger and data breaches become more frequent, safeguarding sensitive information cannot be ignored. Companies that excel in data protection comply with stringent regulations and gain a competitive edge by building solid relationships with their customers.
PCI Security Standards
MARCH 27, 2024
With the upcoming retirement of PCI DSS v3.2.1 on 31 March 2024 , organizations will be transitioning to new validation documents for their PCI DSS v4 assessments. In this Q&A with PCI Security Standards Council’s Director of Data Security Standards Lauren Holloway, we look at some of the key changes in the PCI DSS Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs) for version 4 and what organizations using SAQs need to know.
Payments Dive
MARCH 26, 2024
The two biggest U.S. card networks agreed to cap interchange fees for five years, among other terms, to settle merchant litigation that has lasted nearly two decades.
Finextra
MARCH 28, 2024
A third of EU banks do not currently offer an instant payments service and the majority have been discouraged by the January 2025 deadline, according to recently published research.
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
TechCrunch Fintech
MARCH 26, 2024
Eight months after acquiring credit card startup X1 for $95 million, Robinhood announced today the launch of its new Gold Card, with a list of features that could even give Apple Card users envy. Robinhood, better known for its brokerage app aimed at the everyday investor, is touting all sorts of benefits with its new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.
PCI Security Standards
MARCH 26, 2024
Welcome HUMAN Security, a new Principal Participating Organization (PPO) at the PCI Security Standards Council! In this special spotlight edition of our PCI Perspectives Blog, HUMAN Security’s Senior Director of Product Management, Client-side Defense & Compliance Jeff Zitomer introduces us to his company and how they are helping to shape the future of payment security.
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Finextra
MARCH 25, 2024
Swift says a new round of sandbox testing has found that its central bank digital currency interlinking technology can enable financial institutions to carry out a wide range of transactions using CBDCs and other forms of digital tokens, easily incorporating them into their business practices.
TechCrunch Fintech
MARCH 24, 2024
Welcome to TechCrunch Fintech (formerly The Interchange)! This week, we’re looking at some hot fintech startups in Africa, how Mint’s closure has been Copilot’s gain and why VCs have doubled down on a particular expense management startup. To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important fintech stories delivered to your inbox every Sunday […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
PCI Security Standards
MARCH 25, 2024
This episode of Coffee with The Council is brought to you by our podcast sponsor, Galix. 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, I am joined by Lance Johnson, who has been the Executive Director of The Council for more than six years and a member of the payments industry for more than 40 years.
Payments Dive
MARCH 27, 2024
The follow-on class actions are substantively similar to the federal government’s case, making them dependent on the agency’s lead in breaking the company’s smartphone stranglehold.
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Finextra
MARCH 26, 2024
While almost all asset managers are already using artificial intelligence (AI) in their investment process, only a handful are using the tech for more advanced tasks, according to a recently published study.
The Payments Association
MARCH 26, 2024
Conversations around a digital pound are growing louder as the weeks roll by. With use cases popping up around the globe, is it time Britain followed suit? In a similar fashion to the way coins largely made way for banknotes, digital currency is the next natural progression in the evolution of money, whether consumers like the idea of it or not.
Fintech News
MARCH 27, 2024
Vietnamese e-wallet ZaloPay and CIMB Bank , a highly regarded bank in Southeast Asia, recognising the challenges posed by the global economic downturn, have partnered to offer a new fixed deposit product in Vietnam amidst significant labour market issues. The unemployment rate for young adults aged 15-24 is at a high of 7.62%, compared to the overall average of 2.28%, and labourers’ wages have stagnated at around VND 7.1 million (approximately US$ 280).
Payments Dive
MARCH 27, 2024
It won’t be easy for Walmart to find a new partner to replace Capital One, though, said Brian Riley, co-head of payments at Javelin Strategy & Research.
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
MARCH 26, 2024
After nearly 20 years of litigation, Visa and Mastercard have reached a settlement with US merchants lowering and capping credit card interchange rates in a deal that could save the merchants $30 billion over five years.
TechCrunch Fintech
MARCH 25, 2024
Maju Kuruvilla is no longer CEO of one-click checkout company Bolt. He is replaced by Justin Grooms, Bolt’s global head of sales, who is now interim CEO, according to Grooms’ LinkedIn profile. Kuruvilla didn’t have much to say about the change but did confirm it both on LinkedIn and X, by posting, simply “One-Click Checkedout […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
The Fintech Times
MARCH 25, 2024
Open banking and open finance promise significant benefits for consumers and businesses alike. But what do firms need to do to ensure they make the most of the next future of finance? Here, Mark Horwood-James , managing director of personal finance technology at Moneyhub , the data and payments fintech, explains how open finance is changing the way business leaders approach tech investment.
Payments Dive
MARCH 26, 2024
The tech giant’s fees for credit card transactions “cut into funding for features and benefits that banks might otherwise offer smartphone users,” the Department of Justice said in suing the company earlier this month.
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Finextra
MARCH 28, 2024
A report from the US Treasury has called on banks to bolster their risk management frameworks in order to avoid being overwhelmed by AI-powered fraudsters and cybercriminals.
Finovate
MARCH 27, 2024
As part of Finovate’s commemoration of Women’s History Month, our Women in Fintech column features Laurie Winger, Chief Financial Officer with TruStage. Formerly known as CUNA Mutual Group, TruStage is a financial services company that provides insurance, investment, and fintech solutions to individuals and businesses. Winger has been praised by colleagues as a visionary and results-oriented, cross functional leader.
The Fintech Times
MARCH 26, 2024
This March, The Fintech Times is shifting its spotlight towards insurtech, exploring the potential impact of blockchain technology on insurance processes and its role in instilling trust in digital transactions. As insurers strive to meet the evolving needs of a digitally-savvy customer base while addressing the persistent challenge of financial inclusion, they are increasingly turning to fintech solutions.
Fintech News
MARCH 26, 2024
In the dynamic arena of fintech, Trust Bank Singapore stands out as a pioneering entity, marking a significant shift in the digital banking landscape under the leadership of banking veteran Dwaipayan Sadhu, commonly referred to as Dwai. Within a span of less than two years, Trust Bank has carved a distinct identity, positioning itself as a trendsetter in Singapore with its unique ecosystem offering, and illustrating a blueprint for its own path in digital banking.
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
MARCH 26, 2024
The US government has imposed sanctions on 13 fintechs for offering crypto-based services to Russian firms looking to evade the economic restrictions in place since the outbreak of war in Ukraine.
Payments Dive
MARCH 25, 2024
The biggest U.S. bank aims to offer embedded payments software solutions in more industries for its corporate clients.
The Fintech Times
MARCH 25, 2024
This March, The Fintech Times is shifting its spotlight towards insurtech, exploring the potential impact of blockchain technology on insurance processes and its role in instilling trust in digital transactions. From established hubs like Silicon Valley and London to burgeoning markets in Asia-Pacific and Latin America, a convergence of regulatory support, technological prowess, access to capital and entrepreneurial culture is fueling the evolution of insurtech solutions.
TechCrunch Fintech
MARCH 26, 2024
Banking-as-a-service startup (BaaS) Synctera has conducted a restructuring that has resulted in a staff reduction, the company confirmed to TechCrunch. While Synctera did not share how many employees were impacted, a report in Fintech Business Weekly pegs the number to be about 17 people, or about 15% of the company. Doing the math, that means […] © 2024 TechCrunch.
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Finextra
MARCH 28, 2024
JPMorgan Chase says its free Wealth Plan digital money coach has helped customers create more than a million personalised plans in just a year since launch.
Fintech News
MARCH 27, 2024
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced an extension to the ongoing suspension affecting remittances to China. This suspension, now extended until 30 September 2024, pertains to the use of non-approved channels by remittance companies for transferring funds to the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The initial decision to halt these specific transactions came after instances where remittance sent to China were being unexpectedly frozen in the recipient’s bank accounts,
The Fintech Times
MARCH 27, 2024
Qonto , the European business finance solution, has launched a new in-house financing solution, ‘Pay later’, extending its product offering and strengthening its market leadership as the most advanced business banking offer. Leveraging its existing payment service licence, Qonto is providing short-term financing in the form of ‘Pay later’, which gives eligible customers instant access to funds of up to €10,000, directly from the Qonto app.
FloQast
MARCH 25, 2024
About the Author: Katie Thomas, CPA, is a content creator, 2021 & 2022 40 under 40 CPA Practice Advisor recipient, Top 50 Women in Accounting recipient, and the owner of Leaders Online, where they help accounting professionals increase their impact, influence, and income through thought leadership and digital marketing. Feel free to visit Leaders Online or connect with her on LinkedIn to get in touch with Katie.
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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