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Tradition and Technology: Bhutan’s Journey into Fintech and Financial Inclusion

The Fintech Times

A handicrafts shop manager in Thimphu described the challenges posed by the lack of ATMs, credit card authorisation systems, and other financial infrastructure catering to international customers.

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Kraken Secures Restricted Dealer Registration in Canada, Following Local Crypto Growth

The Fintech Times

Del Pozo added: This restricted dealer registration is a testament to the high bar Kraken has always set for consumer protection, client service, and robust security. It has also exceeded $2billion CAD in combined client assets under custody.

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The state of fraud in 2024: Key mid-year takeaways

The Payments Association

Lost and stolen card fraud also increased by 4% , driven by traditional low-tech theft methods like distraction thefts and shoulder surfing, where criminals observe PINs at ATMs or point-of-sale terminals. This ability to bypass robust security measures highlights the persistent ingenuity of criminals in finding new vulnerabilities.

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Legislation Would Ban Banks From Overdraft Fees On Debit, ATM Transactions

PYMNTS

Cory Booker has proposed legislation that would prohibit financial institutions from charging overdraft fees on debit card transactions and ATM withdrawals. The bill would also restrict the frequency of these charges on check payments.

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Singapore is A Global Leader in Crypto Adoption – Here’s Why

Fintech News

This announcement came after MAS observed some DPT service providers actively promoting their services through online and physical advertisements or the provision of physical automated teller machines (ATMs) in public areas. This move could potentially spark a new wave of crypto adoption in the region, with Singapore leading the charge.

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ACH vs. EFT Payments: What’s the Difference?

Payment Savvy

Using your debit card to buy groceries or withdraw cash from an ATM is technically an EFT in the broader sense. EFT payments incorporate any kind of digital payment, including but not limited to ATM withdrawals, direct debit payments, electronic checks, or person-to-person transfers through online banking or smartphone apps.

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Big Banks Notice Rise In Cyberattack Attempts

PYMNTS

What you’re talking about now is a nuclear attack: if you can’t get to the ATM and get it to work.”. “So far, most people think about cyber in terms of having a credit card stolen,” said Stuart Madnick, a professor of information technologies at the MIT Sloan School of Management.

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