Finextra

JUNE 6, 2025

Speaking at EBAday 2025, Paul Thomalla, Unifits, discusses ISO20022 and the move from compliance to innovation, revealing the true value. With ISO 20022, banks and PSPs across Europe have a new foundation for smarter services, real-time payments, and data-driven growth, but to unlock this potential, reliable, automated testing is essential.

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ISO 20022 ISOs Compliance Innovation 83

The Payments Association

MAY 28, 2025

OpusDatum, a leading provider of data-driven compliance solutions, has announced the launch of its comprehensive WTR Knowledge Hub , designed to enhance understanding and compliance across the global payments sector.

Compliance 88

Compliance Wire Transfer Wires Wire 88

Finextra

JUNE 18, 2025

Home Announcements Regulation OnePay selects Flagright for trransaction monitoringg and AML compliance External This content is provided by an external author without editing by Finextra. By adopting scalable AI-powered monitoring tools, OnePay reinforces its leadership in proactive compliance and fraud prevention.

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AML Compliance Financial Crimes Crime 52

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 8, 2025

This milestone positions dLocal to offer regulated payment services in the UK, bolstering its commitment to global compliance and expanding its service offerings for UK-based merchants. As a NASDAQ-listed company, dLocal has long been committed to compliance leadership.

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Payments Institute Regulatory Compliance Alternative Payment Methods Compliance 123

The Payments Association

JANUARY 13, 2025

The FCA’s proposed safeguarding reforms for payments and e-money firms, aiming to enhance consumer protection and operational compliance. Firms must invest in compliance, adapt workflows, and advocate for fair regulations. Safeguarding audits: Firms are required to arrange safeguarding audits to assess compliance with the rules.

Compliance 88

Compliance Audit Legal Reconciliation 88

Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 30, 2024

” – Chief Compliance Officer at Ecommpay. .” – Head GRC Consultant for Europe & APAC, Finance Advisory at EPAM Systems (CH) GmbH “Incredible lineup of speakers with so many different topics of discussion; innovation, the way the future of payments looks! Really good!”

Compliance 98

Compliance AML Money Laundering Payments 98

The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

In 2025, payments firms must prioritise compliance, open banking expansion, and stablecoin readiness to navigate regulatory shifts and drive growth. Regular audits and compliance checks : Firms will face enhanced monitoring and reporting under the proposed policy. Engaging external auditors may provide additional assurance.

Stablecoins 88

Stablecoins Payment APIs and Integration Regulatory Compliance Compliance 88

The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Its a great time to be a fraudster. While many banks and issuers still use one-time passcodes (OTPs) to protect customers from fraud, modern tools and attack vectors make their days at the office rather easy.

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Authentication Risk Compliance Fraud Prevention 88

Fintech Finance

MARCH 10, 2025

However, many still rely on legacy AML compliance systems built for fewer payment rails, most of which are not aligned with real-time settlement workflows. In a fast-changing geopolitical and tech landscape, compliance teams must screen payments against the latest sanctions, PEP, and dual-use goods lists to stay ahead of illicit activity. .”

Real Time Payments 98

Real Time Payments Faster Payments Transactions Money Laundering 98

Basis Theory

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Because sensitive card data is replaced by a token and cardholder data is stored off your systems, the PCI compliance scope is greatly reduced. The company then uses the tokenization platform to process and generate the tax document with the necessary sensitive information, without worrying about compliance.

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Encryption Payment APIs and Integration PCI DSS Returns 157

Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 30, 2024

It’s more complex than domestic payments, as it requires a payment infrastructure that supports global payment options and multiple currencies while ensuring security and compliance with foreign regulations. Compliance with International Regulations Expanding internationally also means complying with local regulations in each new market.

International Payments 105

International Payments Process Multi-Currency Cross-Border 105

The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The compliance challenges of virtual IBANs, focusing on AML obligations and regulatory gaps. However, their rapid adoption has raised concerns about regulatory oversight, particularly concerning anti-money laundering (AML) compliance. Why is it important?

IBAN 88

IBAN AML Master Account Due Diligence 88

Fintech News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This helps to reduce payment failures, operational inefficiencies, and compliance risks in cross-border payments. This real-time verification process helps prevent errors and strengthens regulatory compliance, particularly in regions like the UK and EU. With payment failures costing the global economy an estimated US$118.5

Cross-Border 106

Cross-Border Payment APIs and Integration Cross-Border Payments Verification 106

The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

Beyond inefficiencies, manual processes create significant risks, such as: Misreported financials Compliance breaches Missed transactions Navigating regulatory uncertainty Unlike traditional payment systems, which operate within well-established regulatory frameworks, digital assets exist in a fragmented legal landscape.

Cross-Border 88

Cross-Border Reconciliation Compliance Payments 88

The Payments Association

JUNE 11, 2025

Despite all that, in early 2024, when established London-based fintech My EU Pay was looking for a new location for their compliance office, the company opted for Derry, on Northern Ireland’s western border. Just over a year later, the compliance office has grown from three to nearly twenty staff members.

Compliance 88

Compliance Money Laundering Payments AML 88

Clearly Payments

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Merchants in high-risk categories, such as online gaming, travel, and adult services, benefit from BIN data as it helps processors manage risk levels and ensure compliance with industry regulations. New processors must be prepared to demonstrate compliance and may need to undergo regular audits to meet these standards.

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Process Processors Payments Compliance 104

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The new regulations introduce stricter compliance requirements, requiring all payment transactions for sports betting operations to be verified against player-registered bank account details. It also supports multiple registered accounts for bettors, streamlining the payment process while maintaining compliance.

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Regulations Account Validation Compliance Automation 98

Fintech News

JANUARY 12, 2025

Reap intends to allocate necessary resources to support its Singapore operations and strengthen compliance standards. Kevin Kang “At Reap, compliance has always been paramount, not only to safeguard our users but also as a fundamental pillar for growth.

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Cross-Border Payments Compliance Facilitators 108

The Payments Association

JUNE 9, 2025

Pegeman Khorsan Chief legal and regulatory officer, RTGS.global "With new, ecosystem role-specific software, the structured data approach in RT2/ISO 20022 represents a competitive advantage in risk decisions and compliance, materially reducing costs, time, and errors. Expanded access fundamentally changes competitive dynamics.

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ISO 20022 Payment APIs and Integration ISOs Interoperability 88

Fintech Finance

APRIL 10, 2025

. “Integrating tell.money’s open banking solutions helps us improve payment efficiency while ensuring compliance with evolving financial regulations.”

Payment APIs and Integration 106

Payment APIs and Integration Cross-Border Cross-Border Payments International Payments 106

Fintech News

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The card programme allows users to transact with digital assets while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. By leveraging our technology and compliance expertise, we are making it easier than ever for businesses and consumers to integrate digital assets into their everyday financial activities.

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Payments Compliance Transactions Facilitators 111

Clearly Payments

JANUARY 15, 2025

PCI Compliance Fees What It Is: A fee for ensuring your business complies with Payment Card Industry (PCI) security standards. Why Its Hidden: Often listed as an annual compliance fee or security fee, and merchants sometimes arent aware they can shop around for lower compliance service costs.

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Process Processors Gateways Push-to-Card 105

Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This enables them to cater to Pakistani consumers’ payment preferences, all while meeting stringent local compliance standards. PayFuture removes these obstacles, offering merchants a single integration point with built-in compliance that aligns with Pakistan’s data protection and foreign exchange laws.

Cross-Border Payments 98

Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Regulatory Compliance Fraud Prevention 98

The Payments Association

MAY 16, 2025

Modern payment orchestration platforms now serve as strategic infrastructureoptimising performance, compliance, and customer experience at scale. Additionally, centralised reporting simplifies financial reconciliation and compliance efforts, enhancing control and accountability for finance and operations teams.

Transactions 88

Transactions PCI DSS Payments Multi-Currency 88

Fintech News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

.” Gemini has recently made strategic leadership hires in Singapore, including appointing Saad Ahmed as Head of APAC earlier this year to drive regional strategy and regulatory compliance. The company is expanding its team in Singapore to support its growth and ensure adherence to local regulations.

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APACS Cross-Border Regulatory Compliance Payments 120

Fintech News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The research shows that banks in Singapore are dedicating more time and resources to KYC processes, which are vital for anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, than any other region surveyed. On the other hand, those leveraging automation and AI can transform KYC and onboarding from mere compliance tasks into strategic advantages.

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Money Laundering Due Diligence AML Financial Crimes 118

FloQast

JANUARY 22, 2025

Its what enables thousands of accounting teams worldwide to automate complex processes, reduce compliance burdens, and stay audit-ready. They were integrated into FloQasts larger compliance program , enhancing visibility across the organization. Internal Training and Awareness Compliance can only succeed when its embraced by everyone.

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ISOs AI Accounts Audit 105

The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

It highlights new corporate responsibilities, significant penalties for non-compliance, and the businesses need to implement strong fraud prevention measures to protect their financial and reputational standing. Compliance requires proactive fraud risk assessment, the implementation of preventive procedures, and a culture of accountability.

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Crime Fraud Prevention Risk Assessment Due Diligence 88

VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 25, 2025

Over the years, VISTA InfoSec has partnered with many distinguished organizations worldwide, offering tailored cybersecurity and compliance solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and precision. PCI QSA, QPA, and SSFA Certifications : Demonstrating expertise in payment security compliance.

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Cybersecurity Accreditation PCI DSS Assessments 130

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 10, 2025

Together, Reap and Reap Singapore will continue to refine its compliance standards and beyond, ensuring it delivers enhanced value and trusted solutions to Singapore and the broader APAC customers. “At Reap, compliance has always been paramount, not only to safeguard our users but also as a fundamental pillar for growth.

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Payments Institute Authorization APACS Payments 98

The Payments Association

JUNE 3, 2025

Moreover, network tokenisation reduces the regulatory burden by eliminating the need to store sensitive card data, supporting the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance and lowering the risk of data breaches. With FedNow enabling instant payments in the US, speed and reliability become non-negotiable.

Security 88

Security Payment APIs and Integration Payment Security Credential 88

The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

The financial world is moving toward real-time payments, embedded finance, open banking, AI, robot process automation (RPA), and global interoperabilitybut outdated technology is slowing banks down, creating higher security risks, compliance challenges, and operational inefficiencies.

Payment APIs and Integration 88

Payment APIs and Integration Innovation Cross-Border ISO 20022 88

Fintech Finance

MAY 20, 2025

They can’t afford long waits, fraud exposure or clunky compliance,” said Ian Campbell, Director of Solutions at Equals Money, the fast-growing spend management platform, combining multi-currency accounts, international payment and embedded finance solutions. “Money services firms operate in complex, fast-moving environments.

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Risk Finance Embedded Finance Security 96

Finovate

MARCH 19, 2025

The integration of Sumsub’s compliance solutions will help financial institutions deal with the growing threat of fraud and financial crime. Adding to this challenge is the proliferation of new regulations that are tightening compliance requirements and mandating greater security and operational resilience.

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Fraud Prevention Fraud Detection Payment APIs and Integration Verification 96

Fintech News

JANUARY 6, 2025

These sessions will cover best practices for securing digital assets, compliance strategies, and risk management. Founders will be able to learn and implement the critical tools of tomorrows financial ecosystemfrom security and compliance to scalable infrastructure.”

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Web 3.0 Finance Best Practices Blocks 121

The Finance Weekly

MARCH 13, 2025

The manual processes only make it worse with errors, which increases compliance risks and makes financial planning and analysis (FP&A) teams scramble to meet deadlines. Lengthy month-end close leads to inefficiencies and delays.

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Compliance Automation Risk Process 100