PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Mastercard said it has inked a deal with Cambridge, U.K.-based based Handpoint that will help bring “essential technology” for making sales via cards — along with contactless options — to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in a number of European countries.

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Visa Point-of-Sale (POS) Contactless Payments Payments 75

PYMNTS

APRIL 16, 2019

Mastercard has moved into point-of-sale financing with the acquisition of Vyze, a FinTech firm the payment card network calls an “an end-to-end platform that facilitates financing options for merchants’ customers at checkout.”. Point-of-sale (POS) financing stands as a $1.8

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Clearly Payments

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

They require secure systems like point-of-sale (POS) terminals , online checkout gateways, or mobile payment solutions to process payments. Payment Processor: ISO/PayFac : The payment processor handles the sales, support, onboarding, and sometimes technology for merchants, such as the payment terminals and payment gateway.

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Fintech News

JUNE 25, 2024

2C2P, a full-suite payments platform, and MineSec have launched a new cloud-based Point of Sale (POS) payment app for Android devices in Singapore. The app supports major card schemes like Visa and Mastercard, along with popular digital wallets such as PayNow, GrabPay, Alipay, and WeChat Pay.

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Clearly Payments

MARCH 14, 2025

Visa, Mastercard). Payment Rails Operator Manages infrastructure for card networks (VisaNet, Mastercard Network, etc.). It involves the following process: Cardholder Initiates Payment : The cardholder presents their card at the point-of-sale (POS) terminal , online checkout, or mobile payment system.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Users will have to do a one-time enrollment at the merchant point-of-sale (POS), where they will be invited to tap their Visa card, scan their palm and complete a one-time authentication to enroll. The solution enables secure, on-device biometric authentication through facial recognition or fingerprint scans.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 16, 2020

In today’s top payments news around the world, IBM has bought Canada-based Expertus Technologies, while Gojek is rolling out its new GoBiz Plus point-of-sale (POS) offering. Gojek Debuts POS System for Indonesian Merchants That Accepts Cashless Payments. IBM Acquires Canadian FinTech Expertus.

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Clearly Payments

APRIL 17, 2025

Collecting Data First, businesses gather financial data from different sources, such as: Sales and invoice data from their point-of-sale (POS) or e-commerce system Bank statements showing deposits and withdrawals Reports from payment processors (like PayPal, Stripe, or Clearly Payments) Credit card settlement data 2.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 8, 2018

To verify payment cards at the point of sale (POS), Mastercard is looking into blockchain technology. Last year, Mastercard announced it will be opening up access to its blockchain technology through its developer’s API. In a filing with the U.S.

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Stax

MARCH 13, 2025

In 2023, 27% of all point-of-sale (POS) payments were made using credit cards while 23% were made with debit cards. Although these fees go to the issuing bank, the rates are set by card networks like Discover, American Express, Visa , and Mastercard. per transaction. per transaction. per transaction.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 15, 2020

In February, Australia's central bank was considering the necessity of stopping banks from automatically re-routing "tap and go" card payments through large companies like Visa and Mastercard when they could be using Eftpos due to its status as a local payment provider and its cheaper overall rates, PYMNTS reported.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

FinTech SumUp is launching its first card for business payments, in partnership with Mastercard , SumUp announced in a blog post on Tuesday (Feb. The new card was developed to streamline end-to-end processes — point of sale (POS), payments, funds availability. The card will also help U.K.

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Visa Business Payments Point-of-Sale (POS) Payments 56

Stax

JULY 30, 2024

billion in fees for accepting Mastercard and Visa credit cards in 2023. Businesses must follow guidelines set by card networks such as American Express and Mastercard. Brick-and-mortar stores have to install signage at every point of sale (POS) and entrances that explain surcharge fees to customers.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

As Mastercard continues on its path to empower the underbanked and underserved, the company has come to a startling conclusion: Improving access to electronic financial services has not necessarily led to an increase in the use of these solutions. According to Mastercard, there are more than 180 million SMBs across the globe.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 4, 2019

A recent Small Business Rapid Settlements study, done in collaboration between Mastercard and PYMNTS, finds that among more than 760 small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), more than 70.1 The PYMNTS/Mastercard study hints at a larger issue: namely, that companies would benefit greatly from a more visible, and faster, flow of funds.

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Settlement Visa Small Business Point-of-Sale (POS) 66

The Payments Association

JANUARY 21, 2025

In 2024, stablecoins are increasingly integrated into mainstream systems, with Visa and Mastercard enabling their use across CeFi and DeFi platforms. Visa and Mastercard remain dominant, supported by strong global merchant acceptance, particularly in key markets like the U.S. and Brazil.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 5, 2017

Mastercard announced Tuesday (April 4) that Mastercard cardholders from select banks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will now be able use the Samsung Pay service to make payments in a quick and secure way. Mastercard said it has been actively driving contactless payments in the market.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Plus, Mastercard faces a £14 billion lawsuit over interchange fees in Europe. Point-of-sale (POS) lender Affirm is putting its initial public offering (IPO) on hold until January or later. Mastercard Facing £14 Billion UK Class Action Suit. Mastercard Facing £14 Billion UK Class Action Suit. regional banks.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

This brought near-field communication (NFC) technology to in-store payments, changing the point of sale (POS) sector. The fintech pioneered the first phase of digital payments, enabling secure online transactions and laying the groundwork for future wallet technologies.

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Digital Payments Finance Online and Mobile Banking Payments 88

Fintech News

APRIL 24, 2025

Its cloud-based platform supports over 140,000 merchants in 3,700 cities across India and Malaysia, with a strong focus on point-of-sale (PoS) transactions. The company became a unicorn in 2020, backed by major investors like Flipkart, Mastercard, PayPal Ventures, and Temasek Holdings. CRED Valuation: $6.4

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FinTech Online and Mobile Banking Payment APIs and Integration Finance 133

PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Through the collaboration, business owners can “go green” and make payments at point-of-sale (POS) devices and via the internet without a physical card. PayPal, Mastercard Expand Business Debit Offering. PayPal and Mastercard are bringing the PayPal Business Debit Mastercard to more companies in Europe.

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Stax

MARCH 4, 2025

On the other hand, in-person payment integration requires POS hardware, such as card readers and NFC terminals, that connect with the payment processor. For enhanced security, it uses EMV (Europay, Mastercard, and Visa) chip technology and contactless payments, like Apple Pay and Google Pay.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 9, 2020

To that end, Jess Turner , executive vice president of products and innovation for Mastercard , and Radha Suvarna , head of digital payments and lending for the Citi U.S. In a way, then, Click to Pay can mirror the checkout processes seen at physical stores, where there might exist a point-of-sale (POS) device with a single way to pay.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 22, 2021

Mastercard ’s Vice President, Global Head of Product for Artificial Intelligence (AI) Express and Credit Risk Amyn Dhala told Karen Webster in a discussion that technology can make that real-time risk management attainable. And these models aren’t one-off events. The AI algorithm constantly updates its data.

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PYMNTS

JULY 15, 2020

Apple Card — the iPhone-based credit product launched last summer by Goldman Sachs , Apple and Mastercard — is expected to be a hot topic on Goldman’s earnings call Wednesday (July 15). To use Apple Pay, customers tap the card icon in the Afterpay app, which then activates the Afterpay card in the Apple wallet.

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Point-of-Sale (POS) Online and Mobile Banking Innovation Visa 97

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Mastercard , for its part, said that its own gross dollar volumes were up 1 percent in the quarter, with gross dollar debit spending up 8.5 Morgan management said in its commentary that debit was being used for “everyday spend,” while credit sales have been negatively impacted by slumps in travel and entertainment-related activity.

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Stax

MARCH 27, 2025

Clients only need to swipe a card at your point-of-sale (POS) terminal or enter their bank account number into your website (Initiation). Digital wallets accounted for 50% of eCommerce purchases , while debit cards raked up 12% of total transactions last year. EFT reduces friction in the customer journey.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 11, 2018

In addition, SmartPesa is rolling out an Android point-of-sale (POS) system, and South Africa’s Mugg & Bean (M&B) is launching support for Samsung Pay. And in Southeast Asia , SmartPesa is rolling out an Android point-of-sale (POS) system, the company said in an announcement.

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Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Payment terminals, often referred to as point-of-sale (POS) terminals or credit card machines, are devices that enable businesses to accept electronic payments from customers. There is a difference between a payment terminal (credit card machine) and a POS. Annually, credit card transactions in the U.S. amount to $4.8

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Credit Cards Contactless Payments Payments Point-of-Sale (POS) 105

PYMNTS

JULY 13, 2018

Coverage includes SIX Payment Services ’ and Mastercard ’s rollout of cashless payments at a renovated stadium in Austria. SIX Payment Services and Mastercard have teamed up to make Austria’s renovated Generali Arena a completely cashless environment, SIX said in an announcement.

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Visa Point-of-Sale (POS) Contactless Payments Debit Card 40

PYMNTS

AUGUST 7, 2020

The card will have access to zero-fee point-of-sale (POS) transactions at any Mastercard retail or online locations, the release stated. The card will provide benefits such as CarrierHQ helping to fund the OnRoad Card via its factoring service the day an invoice is submitted.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

global payments service firm SumUp has acquired point-of-sale (POS) software provider Goodtill for an undisclosed amount. In February, Sumup teamed with Mastercard to offer its first business card so companies can make payments, withdraw money and track finances.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 18, 2021

Contactless payments have surged in popularity over the past year, fueled by both an increased reliance on digital banking as well as the effort to contain COVID-19’s spread by preventing consumers and workers from having to touch point of sale (POS) system surfaces or handle cash.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Players like Mastercard are encouraging micro businesses to give mobile payment acceptance a whirl, hoping they’ll feel the attraction. And, for businesses already embracing point of sale (POS) innovations, developers are unleashing new features to keep the honeymoon going.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 20, 2024

Airtel Payments Bank collaborated with Noise, India’s leading smartwatch brand, and Mastercard, a global technology company in the payments space, to unveil A New Way to Pay. Once linked, users can immediately commence making payments by simply tapping the watch on Point of Sale (POS) machines with the Tap and Pay facility.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 22, 2019

In 2018, Austria teamed with SIX Payment Services and Mastercard to make renovated Generali Arena a completely cashless environment. In terms of technology, SIX brought approximately 80 point-of-sale (POS) terminals into the stadium, which can take all major credit and debit cards.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 17, 2019

17), for instance, Square announced the Square Card , a business debit Mastercard aimed at helping businesses manage cash flow. The new debit card can be used anywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted. On Thursday (Jan. The motivations behind that new card help illustrate why other companies see Square as a threat.

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