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Fiserv CEO embraces stablecoins

Payments Dive

Skip to main content CONTINUE TO SITE ➞ Dont miss tomorrows Payments industry news Let Payments Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Deep Dive Opinion Library Events Press Releases Topics Sign up Search Sign up Search Retail Banking Restaurants Regulations & Policy Risk Technology B2B An article from Fiserv CEO embraces stablecoins The proce

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TerraPay and Whalet Partner to Expand Payout Network for SMEs

Fintech News

Global payments infrastructure company TerraPay has entered into a partnership with smart payment provider Whalet to support more efficient cross-border payouts for SMEs, particularly those operating in the Asia Pacific region. The collaboration will allow Whalet to enhance its payout capabilities by integrating TerraPay’s global payment network, which spans multiple regions.

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Legacy Tech Still Plagues 95% of Asia Pacific Banks, Slowing Down Modernisation

Fintech News

Banking institutions across Asia Pacific are under increasing pressure to modernise. Whether in current or emerging markets, banks are riding the tide of a rapidly shifting landscape defined by digital technologies, adapting to regulatory requirements, rising customer expectations, and stiff competition from nimble fintech startups. Yet, legacy systems remain a primary reason why banks cannot keep up with the market and innovate fast enough.

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RT2: A strategic transformation for UK payment providers

The Payments Association

RT2: Renewed real-time gross settlement marks transformation for UK payment providers 9 June 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about? RT2, the UK’s new Real Time Gross Settlement service, and its transformative impact on the payments ecosystem. Why is it important? It enhances resilience, broadens access, improves interoperability, and enables innovation, thereby modernising the UK’s financial infrastructure.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Payment Gateway vs Payment Processor: What You Need to Know

Stax

Today’s shoppers expect options at checkout. Industry data shows that 70% of consumers say the availability of their preferred payment method is very or extremely influential when choosing an online store. Whether it’s using a credit or debit card, a mobile wallet, or a contactless payment solution, flexibility is critical to guaranteeing a great payment experience for your customers.

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How to Switch Payment Processors Without Interrupting Your Business

Clearly Payments

Switching payment processors might sound like a risky move, especially if you’re worried about downtime, lost sales, or technical headaches. But it doesn’t have to be. With the right plan and partner, you can move to a better payments solution without interrupting your business. At Clearly Payments , we’ve helped hundreds of merchants make the switch smoothly.

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Digital Wallets Overtake Credit Cards as Top E-Commerce Payment Method in Singapore

Fintech News

In the past decade, digital wallet adoption in Singapore has surged, overtaking long-standing payment methods such as credit cards and cash as the preferred payment method. According to Worldpay’s Global Payments Report 2025, digital wallets now lead e-commerce transactions and are the second most-used payment method for point-of-sale (POS) transactions, accounting for 39% of e-commerce transactions, and 29% of transaction value in 2024.

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Paysend launches instant settlement accounts to enable businesses to unlock liquidity by receiving, moving and settling funds globally in real-time

The Payments Association

Today, Paysend announced the launch of instant settlement accounts. This new feature enables PSPs, banks, marketplaces, FX brokers and freelancer/contractor EOR payroll platforms to unlock $400 billion in liquidity trapped in cross-border payment processing. Treasurers and CFOs can receive, convert, and settle funds instantly between the UK, Europe, and North America to optimise liquidity.

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The Future is Here: Visa Asia Pacific Announces New Era of AI-Driven Commerce

Fintech Finance

The future of commerce in Asia Pacific is on display at the Visa Asia Pacific Media Showcase, where the company announced a suite of product innovations and strategic partnerships to enable a new era of commerce for the region. Jack Forestell, Visa’s Chief Product and Strategy Officer said , “Combining the strength of our global network with our leadership in payment innovation here in Asia Pacific, we are bringing new products and solutions that will transform commerce and deliver t

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Finovate Global Ireland: Investing in Payments and Partnerships

Finovate

This week’s edition of Finovate Global looks at recent fintech headlines from Ireland. Nomupay Raises $40 Million at $290 Million Valuation Courtesy of an investment from SBPS, a subsidiary of Japan’s SoftBank, Irish fintech Nomupay has secured €35 million ($40 million) in new funding. The capital gives the company a valuation of $290 million and comes as part of an alliance that will enable Nomupay to expand its reach into the Asian market. “Since our inception in 2021 we have

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From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation

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

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Visa, Mastercard race to agentic AI commerce

Payments Dive

The two top U.S. card networks are speeding to develop payments services that will enable bot-based buying, with digital rival PayPal also making a play.

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Mobile first, security always: Millennials reshape payment landscape, PXP survey reveals

The Payments Association

New research shows millennials embrace digital wallets while prioritising security across retail, travel, and entertainment sectors Millennials are increasingly turning to mobile wallets, especially those equipped with multi-currency features for their international transactions, while simultaneously prioritising security above all other factors, according to a new study by PXP , a leading omnichannel tech platform.

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BPC Announces Strategic Expansion in Nigeria and New Key Appointments

Fintech Finance

In a strategic move to accelerate digital payments, financial inclusion, and modernizing the country’s payment ecosystem, BPC , a global leader and payment solutions provider, is announcing the expansion of its operations in Nigeria. This expansion includes a revamped market strategy and new key appointment: Managing Director for Nigeria at BPC, a seasoned expert who will bolster BPC’s local team, reflecting a commitment to delivering secure, innovative digital payment while driving

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Stax Payments Appoints Kevin Wall as Chief Financial Officer

Stax

Finance executive brings 35+ years of financial expertise to spearhead Stax Payments’ next chapter of strategic expansion, building on the company’s solid foundation and customer-first approach. ORLANDO – June 11, 2025 – Stax Payments , Inc. a leading payment technology provider, has appointed Kevin Wall as Chief Financial Officer. Wall’s impressive track record includes over 15 years of successfully leading finance organizations at top payments companies while navigating complex financial

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Barclays opens London innovation hub with Microsoft and Nvidia onboard

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Atome Secures US$75M Debt Facility to Boost Lending in the Philippines

Fintech News

Atome has secured a US$75 million asset-backed financing facility from Lending Ark to support its lending operations in the Philippines. The funding is aimed at improving access to credit in the country and comes amid growing demand for mobile-first financial solutions. The facility was arranged through the Lending Ark Asia Secured Private Debt Fund, which is advised by CITIC Securities CLSA Capital Partners.

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Sezzle sues Shopify in BNPL battle

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One Tap to Pay, Three Steps to Bank: Why Your Smartphone Gets You, But Your Bank Still Doesn’t

Fintech Finance

Smartphones have become one of the most trusted tools for identity verification today, used instinctively and seamlessly to confirm purchases, access medical records, even unlock homes with just a fingerprint or a glance. Yet when it comes to accessing financial services, phones are rarely included. Banks commonly rely instead on outdated authentication methods like PINs, passwords, and repetitive verification steps, for even the simplest transactions.

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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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Going Multi-PSP in the EU

Basis Theory

More than half of all merchants in the EU are using multiple PSPs. Heres why, and how you can if you arent already!

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Keeta, Solo partner on blockchain-native credit bureau

Finextra

Keeta Network, a high-performance blockchain that connects Web3 and traditional financial systems, aims to be a real-world tokenisation and financial interoperability frontrunner by working with Solo. Solo turns data into reusable, verified credentials, enabling banks, fintech firms and cryptocurrency platforms to make smarter, faster decisions, without compromising privacy.

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Singapore Gets Tough on Offshore Crypto Operators as Time Runs Out

Fintech News

Singapore has taken a definitive step forward in digital asset regulation via its Singapore DTSP licensing framework. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) released its final position on the proposed regulatory regime for Digital Token Service Providers (DTSPs), under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2022, a week ago. Effective 30 June 2025, the new Singapore DTSP licensing framework significantly tightens compliance expectations for Singapore-based and Singapore-incorporated entities

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Fiserv buys out AIB Merchant Services

Payments Dive

The payments processor’s deal to buy the ownership stake that it doesn’t already own is expected to give it a stronger foothold in Europe.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

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.

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Thunes Secures Money Transmission Licenses to Operate in the United States

Fintech Finance

Thunes , the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, today announced it has secured the 50 licenses it requires to operate in the United States. This marks a major milestone following its recent Series D funding round and reinforces Thunes’ unwavering commitment to scale at pace and deliver on its strategic roadmap. The acquisition of the licenses by the newly formed Thunes Financial Services LLC entity, is a strategic differentiator in allowing Thunes to deliver its comprehensi

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Lemonway acquires PayGreen to expand its ecommerce presence

The Paypers

Subscribe News | Interviews | Voice of the Industry | Watch & Learn | Reports | Cross Border Ecommerce Research | Company Database | Events News Lemonway acquires PayGreen to expand its ecommerce presence Tuesday 10 June 2025 08:21 CET | News Lemonway , a payment institution, has acquired PayGreen ’s business, aiming to extend its presence in the ecommerce sector.

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Mastercard achieves 49% e-commerce tokenisation across Europe in one year

Finextra

A year after announcing its target of 100% e-commerce tokenisation across Europe, Mastercard reports it is almost halfway there.

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Aspire, Payboy Unveil Integration to Streamline Payroll for Singapore Firms

Fintech News

Aspire has announced a new integration with Payboy, a payroll software provider serving over 70,000 users across Asia. The move makes Aspire the first fintech firm to integrate directly with Payboy, aiming to simplify payroll management for businesses in Singapore. Traditionally, payroll processing involves manually reformatting files for bank transfers, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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Affirm boasts 2 million debit cards

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Octopus Energy’s Electroverse and Enfuce Unveil Payments Card to Accelerate Fleet Electrification in the UK

Fintech Finance

Issuer processing powerhouse, Enfuce , has announced its strategic partnership with Octopus Energy ’s Electroverse, Europe’s largest EV charging network, to launch the Electroverse Business Payments Card, a next-generation fleet payment solution designed to simplify expense management for fleets and accelerate the shift to electric mobility for businesses across the UK.

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What’s the secret technology inside Chime?

Bank Automation

Fintech Chime has a secret. Tucked inside its IPO filing — the company, led by Chief Executive Chris Britt, plans to go public this month — is news of a proprietary technology platform called ChimeCore. ChimeCore, the fintech’s proprietary payment processor and ledger, was launched with little attention in 2024, and it allows Chime to […] The post What’s the secret technology inside Chime?

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Lemonway acquires PayGreen

Finextra

Lemonway, the pan-European payment institution dedicated to marketplaces and crowdfunding platforms, announces the acquisition of PayGreen’s business, a French specialist in e-commerce payments.

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7 Essential Criteria for Choosing the Right Payments Partner

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.

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Accelerating All Stages of the Insurance Process: Edenred Payment Solutions Launches VCN Product

The Fintech Times

The insurance sector has long been plagued by long wait times. No matter the stage of the insurance claim, be it filing claims or waiting for a refund, customers are often left dissatisfied with how long they must sit around for a response. To tackle this issue, Edenred Payment Solutions has launched a new Virtual Card Number (VCN) product designed to help make claims payouts faster and easier for policyholders.